KBS2
Hong Gil Dong
Hong Gil Dong was the illegitimate son of a high-ranking minister. A local monk took him under his wing and taught him martial arts. Hong Gil Dong was inspired to fight against the injustice in this society, which divided people into nobles and ordinary citizens, whereby the former enjoyed all the privileges due solely to their birth. The heroine, Heo Yi Nok, had just returned to Korea from China with her grandfather. They made their living by performing shows and selling their unique brand of medicine in the marketplace. Lee Chang Hwi had been told since he was young that he was the rightful heir to the throne, which had been usurped by his half-brother. He had also returned from his exile in China and was plotting to overthrow the emperor. The three became entangled in love, hate, loyalty, and betrayal, and only one side could win. ~~ Adapted from the novel "Hong Gil Dong".
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Hong Gil Dong is a Korean drama from 2008 that aired on KBS2, with 24 episodes. It mixes action, historical and comedy. It stars Kang Ji Hwan and Sung Yoo Ri and is directed by Lee Jung Sub. Its story tags include Smart Male Lead, Joseon Dynasty and Love Triangle. If you enjoyed it, try Gunman in Joseon or The King's Face.
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Also known asHong Gil Dong the Hero, Kwaedo Hong Gil Dong, Sharp Blade Hong Gil Dong, Хон Гиль Дон, 快刀洪吉童
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