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Queen of Tears
2024 South Korean television series
Queen of Tears (Korean: 눈물의 여왕) is a 2024 South Korean romantic comedy television series written by Park Ji-eun, co-directed by Jang Young-woo [ko] and Kim Hee-won, and starring Kim Soo-hyun, Kim Ji-won, Park Sung-hoon, Kwak Dong-yeon, and Lee Joo-bin. The series explores the nuances of a married couple going through a difficult time together. It aired on tvN from March 9, to April 28, 2024, every Saturday and Sunday at 21:20 (KST). It is also available for streaming on TVING in South Korea, and on Netflix in selected regions.
According to Nielsen Korea, the series recorded a nationwide TV rating of 24.850% for its final episode and became the highest-rated tvN series, surpassing Crash Landing on You. In Netflix's biannual Engagement Report released in September 2024, Queen of Tears was the most-watched Korean television series of all time on Netflix, with 682.6 million hours viewed in total. Queen of Tears became the first Korean television series to win at both the Asian Academy Creative Awards and Asian Television Awards in the same year, receiving the Best Direction at the former and the Best Scriptwriting at the latter. The series also won the Best Drama award at the Korea Drama Awards and the Seoul International Drama Awards.
Plot
The story revolves around Hong Hae-in, a third-generation chaebol heiress of the Queens Group, and Baek Hyun-woo, the son of farmers from Yongdu-ri. Their three-year marriage has reached a breaking point, with Hyun-woo on the verge of divorcing Hae-in. The initial spark and love they once shared have faded, replaced by indifference and resentment.
However, their lives take an unexpected turn when Hae-in is diagnosed with brain cancer. This health crisis forces them to confront their deep-seated issues and reevaluate their love for each other. As Hae-in's condition deteriorates, Hyun-woo is forced to confront his own selfish
The exponential rise of Kim Soo-hyun: From Dream High to It’s Okay To Not Be Okay
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He doesn’t play the same character twice–he is determined to prove that he is just as capable of playing a ruthless mercenary in one film, and a sensitive nurse in another. So, it isn’t really much of a surprise that after several hit successful shows and films, he is now among the highest paid Korean stars, and took home around 500 million ((423,000 dollars) won for each episode in his latest outing, One Ordinary Day.
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After a handful of small comedies and show, he somehow made a strong impact on fans with the drama, Is it Going to Snow Today? He became an instant online sensation for his matinee-idol looks. In an interview to Esquire years later, he admitted that he enjoyed ‘walking the steep path’. He said, “When people see my choice of works, they might feel that I’m weird person. I’m not someone who walks the easy path in acting; rather I’m someone who walks the narrow, steep paths. I only wish to walk the path that I want to walk towards. Even if I don’t have money or reputation, because I am still young. I might not be that famous in the future anymore. As compared to shows that is more suited to my age, I want to act in shows that only Kim Soo Hyun is able to do.”
Kim Soo-hyun established himself with the 2011 series Dream High, which also featured Bae Suzy. He played the role of a country bumpkin who is shocked by his own musical genius. Real and rustic, his delivery was earnest and almost flawless, and he knew how to tug at the heartstrings of his fans. One of the most memorable scenes was when he learns that his hearing has been damaged forever. The confusion and frustration showed in each word that he uttered. His tears never seemed excessive. He’s always been a master at crying silently. Shortly aft South Korean actress (born 1999) For the musical theatre actress, see Kim So-hyun (actress, born 1975). Not to be confused with Kim Soo-hyun. In this Korean name, the family name is Kim. Kim So-hyun (Korean: 김소현; born 4 June 1999) is an Australian-born South Korean actress who began her career as a child in 2006, initially gaining audience attention for playing pivotal roles in Moon Embracing the Sun (2012) and Missing You (2013). She took on her first leading role in teen drama Ma Boy (2012) and since then has starred in many TV series including high-school drama Who Are You: School 2015 (2015), horror comedy Hey Ghost, Let's Fight (2016), historical melodrama The Emperor: Owner of the Mask (2017), romantic comedies Radio Romance (2018) and The Tale of Nokdu (2019), teen suspense romance Love Alarm (2019–2021) and Korean folklore River Where the Moon Rises as an assassin. Pure Love (2016) was her first movie as a lead. She was the regular host of MBC's music program Music Core and survival reality showUnder Nineteen in 2019. Kim has been nicknamed in variety by the Korean medias as the "Nation's Little Sister", "Queen of Child Actresses", "Goddess of Historical Drama" and also the "Sageuk Goddess", after starring and appearing in various acclaimed historical period dramas throughout her career, and having gained experience working as an actress from childhood to the present day. Korean medias also recognised her as the next generation of "Nation's First Love" from her performance in Pure Love (2016) movie. She has established herself as a top Hallyu star. For her performance in River Where the Moon Rises, she was nominated for Baeksang Arts Award for Best Actress – Television, becoming one of the youngest nominees for the award. Kim consistently promotes her televisi
Kim Soo Hyun and Jo Bo Ah CONFIRMED to lead upcoming drama ‘Knock Off’
‘Knock Off’ is centered around the dramatic impact of the 1997 Asian financial crisis, known in Korea as the IMF crisis.The story follows Kim Sung Joon, played by Kim Soo Hyun, an ordinary office worker whose life is turned upside down by the economic downturn. As he loses his job and faces severe financial strain, Kim Sung Joon is thrust into the high-stakes world of counterfeit goods. Through a combination of sharp intellect, quick thinking, and an unyielding drive for success, he rises to become the vice president of Saemmool Market, a prominent counterfeit trading hub in Korea. His journey from financial ruin to the pinnacle of the global counterfeit market will form the crux of the drama, showcasing Kim Soo Hyun’s range as an actor.
Jo Bo Ah will portray Song Hye Jung, Kim Sung Joon’s ex-girlfriend and a dedicated special judicial police officer. Her character is tasked with the critical role of enforcing laws against counterfeit goods, creating a complex and tense relationship between her and Kim Sung Joon. As they face off in a high-stakes battle over counterfeit enforcement, viewers can expect a gripping interplay of conflict and intrigue.
The drama will be helmed by director Park Hyun Suk, renowned for his work on successful series such as ‘Forest of Secrets 2’ (‘Stranger 2’), ‘Uncontrollably Fond’, and ‘Song of the Bandits’. With his proven track record and the strong performances of Kim Soo Hyun and Jo Bo Ah, ‘Knock Off’ is undoubtedly going to become another masterpiece. As the premiere date approaches, fans can look forward to more updates Kim So-hyun