What is the story of Jewel in the Palace?
About 500 years ago during the time of Chosun Dynasty, Korea boasted a rigidly hierarchical and male dominated social structure. Set in this period, “Jewel in the Palace” is based on a true story about a legendary girl named Jang-Geum who became the first woman to be the supreme royal physician of her times.
Is Jang-Geum real story?
Jang-geum (fl. early 16th century) was reputedly the first female Royal Physician in Korean history. She was mentioned 10 times in the Annals of the Joseon Dynasty. Some sources attest to Jang-geum as a real person and it is still a topic of debate among scholars.
Is Jewel in the Palace a love story?
The story of her checkered life on her success and breakdown as well as her love story beautifully unfold. “Jewel in the Palace” is sure to touch your heart. She is a beautiful and intelligent girl with a positive attitude….
| Running time | 60 min |
|---|---|
| Writer | Kim Young-Hyun |
| Episode | 54 Eps |
What is the ending of Jewel in the Palace?
Jang-Geum and Jung-Ho follow So-Won to the lady’s place. The woman is in difficult labor and will die from giving birth. Jang-Geum tells Jung-Ho surgery is the only chance to save both mother and baby and Jung-Ho follows her instructions. Jang-Geum successfully saves both mother and baby by doing a caesarian delivery.
What happens in Dae Jang-Geum?
In a time when women held little influence in society, young apprentice cook Jang-geum strives to learn the secrets of Korean cooking and medicine to cure the King of his various ailments. It is based on the true story of Jang-geum, the first female royal physician of the Joseon Dynasty.
What happened to Jang Geum’s father?
Jang-Geum fearing for her father accidentally reveals that his father was an ex-Royal Military Guard. The authorities recognize him from the wanted posters and because of this he is arrested. Thus the prediction that 3rd woman will be the cause of his death comes to pass.
Did Jang Geum get married?
Janggeum marries Min Jeong-ho, a military officer, and gives birth to a daughter, but she falls victim to a conspiracy and loses her husband while her daughter is kidnapped and taken to China.