KBS 2TV’s new drama To My Beloved Thief takes a notable turn in its upcoming second episode, as Nam Ji Hyun’s character Hong Eun Jo finds herself openly pursued following an impulsive moment that reshapes the story’s direction.
The series stars Nam Ji Hyun as Hong Eun Jo, an ordinary woman hiding the identity of the legendary thief Hong Gil Dong, and Moon Sang Min as Yi Yeol, a prince who unexpectedly ends up swapping bodies with her. In the premiere episode, the two engaged in a tense game of deception, with one denying their true identity while the other quietly kept watch. A chance encounter at a marketplace—where Hong Eun Jo appeared as a noblewoman and Yi Yeol as a servant—led both to misunderstand each other’s social standing, adding layers of irony to their interactions.
During their next meeting, Hong Eun Jo impulsively stole a kiss from Yi Yeol before fleeing the scene. This single act changes her status dramatically: she is no longer known only as a thief targeting corrupt officials, but also as the woman who dared to cross the prince. In response, Yi Yeol becomes determined to track her down himself.
Newly released stills highlight the escalating situation. Separate wanted notices show both Hong Eun Jo and her masked alter ego Hong Gil Dong, suggesting that the prince is willing to go to great lengths to find her. The contrast between the concealed thief and the exposed woman underscores the growing tension surrounding her double life.
The second episode of To My Beloved Thief airs on January 4 at 9:20 p.m. KST, promising to further explore whether Hong Eun Jo can evade capture and how the evolving pursuit will redefine her connection with the prince.
