First Lady (2025 South Korean Television Series)

First Lady is a South Korean television drama series that aired on the MBN network in 2025. The series explores themes of political ambition, personal betrayal, and family secrets set against the backdrop of a presidential election.

Promotional poster for the drama First Lady.

Plot Synopsis

The narrative centers on Hyun Min-Cheol (played by Ji Hyun-Woo), a man who overcomes a difficult upbringing in an orphanage to become the president-elect of South Korea. His wife, Cha Soo-Yeon (played by Eugene), has long supported his political journey with the expectation of becoming the nation's first lady. However, with only 67 days remaining before the presidential inauguration, Hyun Min-Cheol unexpectedly demands a divorce. The series follows the ensuing conflict as political conspiracies and long-buried family secrets emerge, threatening both their personal lives and the upcoming administration.

Main Cast

The series features a large ensemble cast, including:

Ji Hyun-Woo as Hyun Min-Cheol
Eugene as Cha Soo-Yeon
Lee Min-Young as Shin Hae-Rin

Production

First Lady was directed by Lee Ho-Hyun and written by Kim Hyeong-Wan. The series consists of 12 episodes and was broadcast on MBN from September 24 to October 30, 2025, in the Wednesday and Thursday 22:20 time slot.