Great news for K-Drama fans! tvN has officially announced that the hit drama “Queen of Tears” will return with a second season in the fourth quarter of 2026. Kim Soo-hyun and Kim Ji-won are confirmed to reprise their roles as Baek Hyun Woo and Hong Hae In.

What We Know So Far

According to tvN’s official statement, the second season will continue the story of Hyun Woo and Hae In after they overcame numerous challenges in the first season. Original writer Park Ji Eun will return to pen the script, whilst director Jang Young Woo has also been confirmed to return.

The first season broke tvN rating records with an average of 24.85% national viewership, making it the network’s most-watched drama in 2024. This massive success drove the production team to continue a story that still has plenty of potential to explore.

‘We are incredibly excited to bring back the story of Hyun Woo and Hae In. Fans will see a new side of their relationship that has never been explored before.’

— Writer Park Ji Eun

Filming is expected to begin in July 2026 in Seoul and several locations across Europe. The drama is anticipated to air in November 2026.