Name: Forbidden Dream
Genre: Historical, Costume & Period, Drama
Released: 2019-12-26
Rating: 9.4
Cast: Han Suk Kyu, Choi Min Sik, Shin Goo, Kim Hong Fa, Heo Joon Ho

Han Suk Kyu is an award-winning veteran South Korean actor. Born on November 3, 1964, he made his acting debut in the 1990 television drama “Our Paradise” and then rose to fame in 1994 drama “The Moon of Seoul, enjoying tremendous popularity in both films and television dramas during the 1990s. Some of his recent works include “A Tree With Deep Roots” (2011), “Secret Door” (2014) and “Romantic Doctor, Teacher Kim” (2016). Han Suk Kyu is married to Im Myung Joo.

Han Suk Kyu

Choi Min Sik is a South Korean actor who was born on May 30, 1962, in Seoul, South Korea. He studied Theatre at Dongguk University, and began his career in the late 1980s and early 1990s, appearing in a number of stage plays. He then transitioned into screen acting and won acclaim for his role in the Palme d’Or-winning movie “Oldboy “(2003). He has since gone on to appear in hi movie releases such as “I Saw the Devil” (2010) and “The Admiral: Roaring Currents” (2014). He also starred with Scarlett Johansson in the hit Hollywood movie “Lucy” (2014) and has also appeared in the more recent “Astronomy” (2019).

Choi Min Sik

Shin Goo is a celebrated veteran South Korean actor. Born on August 13, 1936, as Shin Sun Gi, he began his career as a child actor, winning the Best Child Actor award at the 7th Kyoto Awards in 1939 for his role in “Man.” Many more Best Actor Awards have followed during his prolific career in films, television shows and theater productions. Some of his recent memorable roles include “A Hundred Years’ Inheritance” (2013), “God’s Gift – 14 Days” (2014) and “Laurel Tree Tailors” (2016-2017), as well as the popular reality series “Grandpas Over Flowers” (2013-2015) and the film “Proof of Innocence” (2016).

Shin Goo

Kim Hong Fa is a South Korean supporting actor. Born on January 5, 1962, he made his acting debut in the 1996 film “Ambiguous Man” and has had a prolific career in supporting roles in films since. He also has appeared in the popular television dramas “Pied Piper” (2016), “Squad 38” (2016), “Romantic Doctor Kim” (2016-2017), “Whisper” (2017) and “Suspicious Partner” (2017).

Kim Hong Fa

Heo Joon Ho is an award-winning South Korean actor. He was born on April 14, 1964 and made his acting debut in the theater before transitioning into film, in 1986, and television, in 1988. Since then, he has appeared in numerous films and television dramas, including “Jumong” (2006), “A Beautiful Mind” (2016), “Man of Men” (2019), and “Forbidden Dream” (2019).

Heo Joon Ho

Kim Tae Woo is a South Korean actor. He was born April 15, 1971 and made his acting debut in 1996. Since his debut, he has appeared in countless films and television dramas, including “God’s Quiz” (2010), “God’s Gift - 14 Days” (2014), “Secret Mother” (2018), and “The Banker” (2019).

Kim Tae Woo

Kim Won Hae is a South Korean actor. Born on April 6, 1969, he made his acting debut in the 1998 film “Spring in My Hometown.” He has since appeared in many popular films and television dramas, including the recent film “Sori: Voice From the Heart” (2016) and the dramas “Sweet, Savage Family” (2015) and “Monster” (2016).

Kim Won Hae

Im Won Hee is a veteran South Korean actor who is known for being a member of the legendary Daehak-ro theater troupe and appearing in many of the acclaimed Jang Jin’s stage productions and films. Born on October 11, 1970, he made his film debut in Jang Jin’s 1998 black comedy “The Happenings” and has since had a prolific career in theater, films and television dramas, including “You’re All Surrounded” (2014) and “Romantic Doctor Kim” (2016). Im Won Hee also has appeared on many popular variety shows, including “Law of the Jungle in Micronesia” (2013-2014), “Law of the Jungle in Borneo” (2014), “I Am a Man” (2014), “Real Men Season 2” (2015) and “Please Take Care of My Refrigerator” (2015). More recently, he has appeared in the drama “Strong Woman Do Bong Soon” (2017), as well as the movie “Snatch Up” (2018). He also starred in the series “Wok of Love” in 2018, for which he won the Best Supporting Actor prize at the same year’s SBS Drama Awards. In 2019, he will appear in the drama “Melting Me Softly” and the movie “Astronomy.”

Im Won Hee

Oh Kwang Rok is a South Korean actor. He was born on August 28, 1962 and made his acting debut in 1996. Since then, he has appeared in numerous films and television dramas, including “Big Issue” (2019) and “Forbidden Dream” (2019).

Oh Kwang Rok

Park Sung Hoon is a South Korean actor. He was born on February 18, 1985 and made his debut in the entertainment world in 2006. Since debut, he has appeared in various films and television dramas, including “Rich Man, Poor Man” (2018), “My Only One” (2019), and “Justice” (2019).

Park Sung Hoon

Jeon Yeo Bin is a South Korean actress born on July 26, 1989, in Gangneung, South Korea. She debuted in the period movie “The Treacherous” in 2015 and went on to appear in “The Running Actress” (2017). She went on to win widespread critical acclaim for her role in the 2018 film “After My Death,” and has also appeared in drama series titles, including “Save Me” (2017), “Live” (2018), and “Melo Is My Nature” (2019).

Jeon Yeo Bin

Yoon Je Moon is a South Korean actor who was born on March 9, 1970. He attended the Seoul Institute of the Arts, and made his acting debut in 1999, appearing in a stage play production of “The Glory of Youth.” He has since gone on to appear in dozens of South Korean drama series and hit movies, including “Daddy You, Daughter Me” (2017), “High Society” (2018), and and “Tazza: One Eyed Jack” (2019).

Yoon Je Moon

Under the rule of King Sejong the Great (Han Suk Kyu), the Joseon Dynasty flourished as scientific advancements and technological developments served to better the lives of the people. Honoring those who made scientific progress, the King sought out the greatest minds in Joseon, celebrating the advancements they made in agriculture, astrology, medicine, and more. With an insatiable thirst for knowledge and a mind inclined to think outside the box, it was only a matter of time before he crossed paths with the brilliant Jang Yeong Sik (Choi Min Sik).&nbsp;

Born a slave, Jang Yeong Sik had no claims to greatness, but his astounding mind and impressive talents eventually earned him a position within the local government. Finding a kindred spirit in Yeong Sik, King Sejong gives the low-born man a position as his science advisor, and together they make great strides in the scientific world. As time passes, their love of scientific research and invention leads them to form an unusual and completely unprecedented friendship.

But the technological advances they make for Joseon catch the eye of the Ming Empire. Wary of Joseon becoming too great, the Chinese Emperor orders an immediate cessation of astrological study and demands that Jang Yeong Sik be handed over at once. Forced to make a terrible choice, King Sejong must decide between the friend he cherishes or the people he was born to protect.

Based on actual events, “Forbidden Dream” is a 2019 historical drama film directed by Hur Jin Ho.

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