Aema

In 1980s Chungmuro, the heart of South Korea’s film industry, Jung Hui Ran reigns as the nation's top actress. With a fiery temper and an uncompromising personality, she never hesitates to speak her mind or call out wrongdoing. She is set to star in *Madame Aema*, the latest film from producer Koo Jung Ho, a ruthless industry veteran who will do anything to stay on top. However, when Jung Hui Ran proves too difficult to control, Koo Jung Ho makes a bold decision - he drops her from the film and holds a large-scale auction to find her replacement. The role ultimately goes to Sin Ju Ae, a nightclub dancer with big dreams of becoming an actress. Furious at being cast aside, Jung Hui Ran refuses to back down. Meanwhile, Kwak In U, a timid yet ambitious rookie director, is tasked with bringing *Madame Aema* to life. Though he dreams of making his mark in the industry, he soon finds himself caught in a whirlwind of power struggles, ambition, and the unpredictable storm that is Jung Hui Ran.

Synopsis: MyDramaList