Missing Korea

Set in the near future, 'Missing Korea' depicts a fictional scenario where North and South Korea decide to hold a joint beauty pageant to foster peace and cultural exchange. The story follows the chaotic and heartwarming preparations for the event, as contestants from both sides of the border navigate cultural differences, political tensions, and personal growth while living together in a training camp. The series centers on Lee Yeon-hwa, a North Korean woman who is unexpectedly thrust into the competition. As she navigates the high-pressure environment of the pageant, she forms an unlikely bond with a South Korean event organizer, Oh Dong-chun. Together, they must overcome sabotage, bureaucratic hurdles, and their own prejudices to ensure the pageant succeeds, ultimately highlighting the shared humanity that transcends political borders.