Name: The Merchant: Gaekju 2015
Genre: Historical, Melodrama, Costume & Period
Released: 2015-09-23
Rating: 8.7
Cast: Yoo Oh Sung, Han Chae Ah, Jang Hyuk, Kim Min Jung, Jung Tae Woo

Yoo Oh Sung is a veteran South Korean actor. Born on September 11, 1968, he made his acting debut in the 1991 film “Love, Love: Han Hee-jak’s Love Stories.” He has since enjoyed a prolific career in film, television and theater. He shot to fame in 1999 with his breakout roles in cult comedy film “The Spy” and the box-office hit “Attack of the Gas Station.” Some of his more recent popular roles include “The Great Doctor” (2012), “Gunman in Joseon” (2014), “Spy” (2014) and “The Merchant: Gaekju 2015” (2015).

Yoo Oh Sung

Han Chae Ah is the stage name of Kim Kyung Ha, a South Korean actress. Born on March 24, 1982, she made her debut in the music video of Song Ho Young’s song “Love Brings Separation” in 2006. She then hosted the television variety show “Fantasy Couple – Classroom of Love” from 2007 to 2010. Han Chae Ah made her acting debut in the 2008 television series “Kokkiri (Elephant)” and has since starred in many popular dramas, including “Bridal Mask” (2012), “Ohlala Couple” (2012), “All About My Romance” (2013), “Marry Him If You Dare” (2013), “You Are the Only One” (2014) and “The Merchant: Gaekju 2015” (2015).

Han Chae Ah

Jang Hyuk is the stage name of Jung Yong Joon, a popular South Korean actor who is known for his eccentric roles and his raucous laugh. Born on December 20, 1976, he made his acting debut in the 1997 television drama “Models.” He then appeared in the music video for the debut single for popular boy band g.o.d in 1999 and also released his own rap album in 2000 under the name TJ Project. After being cast in his first leading role in 2001, Jang Hyuk has won many acting accolades for his film and television work. Some of his most popular roles include “Please Teach Me English” (2003), “Slave Hunters/Chuno” (2010), “Midas” (2011), “A Tree With Deep Roots” (2011), “IRIS 2” (2013), “Fated to Love You (aka You Are My Destiny)” (2014), “Shine or Go Crazy” (2015), “The Merchant: Gaekju 2015” (2015), “Beautiful Mind” (2016) and “Voice” (2017). Jang Hyuk married longtime girlfriend Kim Yeo Jin in 2008, and they have three children. More recently, he has since gone on to star in drama series “Bad Papa” (2018) and has also featured in hit variety and reality shows, including “Urban Cops” (2019).

Jang Hyuk

Kim Min Jung is a South Korean actress. Born on July 30, 1982, she made her acting debut in 1988 at the age of 6 in the MBC Best Theater episode of “Widow.” She went on to become one of the most in-demand child actresses of her generation and also has successfully transitioned into adult roles in both film and television, winning many acting awards. Some of her more recent popular television dramas include “New Heart” (2007), “The Thorn Birds” (2011), “The 3rd Hospital” (2012) and “The Merchant: Gaekju 2015” (2015).

Kim Min Jung

Jung Tae Woo

Park Eun Hye is a South Korean actress. Born on February 21, 1978, she also goes by the name Piao En Hui in China. She made her acting debut in the 1995 television series “LA Arirang” but it was her role in the 2003 historical drama “Jewel in the Palace” that catapulted her to fame throughout Asia. Park Eun Hye remains very popular in China, where the Yongseng Tangerine Chocolates (which is named after her character in “Jewel in the Palace”) continues to enjoy strong sales. Some of her popular recent works include “Yi San” (2007), “Pink Lipstick” (2010) and “The Merchant: Gaekju 2015” (2015). In 2008, Park Eun Hye married entrepreneur Kim Han Sup.

Park Eun Hye

Ahn Jae Mo is a South Korean actor and singer who was born on September 20, 1979, in Busan, South Korea. He made his debut in the 1996 drama series “Next Generation Report: Adults Just Understand.” He released his debut solo album “My Destiny” in 2003, following up with a live album release later the same year. He has also appeared in dramas such as “The Merchant: Gaekju 2015” (2015) and “The King and the Woman” (2017).

Ahn Jae Mo

Lee Deok Hwa is a South Korean actor and singer who was born on May 8, 1952, in Seoul, South Korea. He studied at Dongguk University, receiving a BA degree in Theater and Film. He first made a name for himself when he was selected as a new actor by the TBC broadcasting network. He has since appeared in dozens of hit movie and TV drama titles, and also launched a pop career in the early 1990s. He currently serves as the chairman of the Korean Film Actors’ Association and appeared on the reality TV show “I’m a Trot Singer” (2020).

Lee Deok Hwa

Go In Bum is a South Korean actor who was born on October 5, 1959, in Busan, South Korea. He graduated from the Department of Performing Arts at Dongseo University and went on to study at the Graduate School of Arts and Culture at Busan National University. He made his acting debut in 2001 and has since gone on to appear in scores of South Korean dramas and films, including the movies “Miryang” (2007) and “Golden Slumber” (2018), as well as the drama series titles “Monster” (2016) and “Kkondae Intern” (2020).

Go In Bum

Kim Il Woo is a South Korean actor who was born on June 19, 1963. He studied at Chung-Ang University, where he majored in Film and Theater. He was selected to work as an actor by the TV network KBS in 1985. He starred in a number of hit drama series titles in the early 1990s, including “Wangsimni” (1992-1993) and “Apple Blossom's Fragrance” (1996). In 2004, he appeared in the movie release “Woman Is the Future.” He has also starred in the drama series titles “Something Happened in Bali” (2004) and the more recent “Love to the End” (2018).

Kim Il Woo

Kim Ki Nam is a South Korean actor. He was born on July 27, 1982 and made his acting debut in 2015. Since then, he has appeared in a variety of television dramas, including “Clean With Passion for Now” (2018) and “Awaken” (2020).

Kim Ki Nam

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During the Joseon Dynasty in the late 1800s, the father of Chun Bong Sam (Jang Hyuk) made his living as a merchant before being framed for opium possession and wrongfully executed. Bong Sam’s older sister seeks her own revenge, while Bong Sam himself joins a group of children who train to become peddlers, eventually working himself up to becoming a merchant himself. He later inherits an inn, albeit in poor condition and requiring substantial renovation. Nevertheless, Bong Sam perseveres, maintaining his humble roots as he strives to become one of Korea’s top merchants despite opposition from greedier peers. This drama was based on Kim Joo Young’s novel “Gaekju,” serialized in a Korean daily newspaper from 1979–1983.

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