Name: Shining Inheritance
Genre: Romantic Comedy, Drama
Released: 2009-04-25
Rating: 9.2
Cast: Lee Seung Gi, Moon Chae Won, Bae Soo Bin, Han Hyo Joo, Ban Hyo Jung

Lee Seung Gi is a popular South Korean singer, actor, MC and entertainer. Born on January 13, 1987, he was first scouted by singer Lee Sun Hee and debuted as a singer at the age of 17. He made his acting debut in 2006 in the television drama “The Infamous Chil Sisters” and has since gone on to star in many popular dramas, including “You’re All Surrounded” (2014), “Gu Family Book” (2013), “The King 2 Hearts” (2012), “My Girlfriend Is a Gumiho” (2010), “Shining Inheritance” (2009) and “Return of Iljimae” (2008). In addition to his music and acting, Lee Seung Gi was a member of the weekend variety show “1 Night 2 Days” from 2007 to 2012 and the MC of the talk show “Strong Heart” from 2009 to 2012.

Lee Seung Gi

Moon Chae Won is a popular South Korean actress. Born on November 13, 1986, she made her acting debut in the 2007 television drama “Mackerel Run” with newcomer Lee Min Ho but it was her role a year later in the drama “Painter of the Wind” that she attracted attention. She has since starred in many popular films and dramas, including “Shining Inheritance” (2009), “My Fair Lady” (2009), It’s Alright, Daddy’s Daughter” (2010), “The Princess’ Man” (2011), “The Innocent Man” (2012), “Good Doctor” (2013) and “Goodbye Mr. Black” (2016).

Moon Chae Won

Bae Soo Bin

Han Hyo Joo

Ban Hyo Jung is an award-winning South Korean actress. She was born on November 27, 1942, in Daegu, South Korea, and made her acting debut in 1964. Since then, she has appeared in a variety of films and countless television dramas, including “Shining Inheritance” (2009), “Rooftop Prince” (2012), “My Healing Love” (2018), and “Red Shoes” (2021).

Ban Hyo Jung

Yeon Jun Suk is a South Korean actor. Born on December 15, 1995, he began his career as a child actor at the age of 9. After a bit part in a 2004 television drama, he made his acting debut in the 2005 film “Duelist.” He also has starred in “Iljimae” (2008), “Shining Inheritance” (2009), “Shark” (2013), “Reply 1994” (2013) and “Choco Bank” (2016). For his role in “Shark,” Yeon Jun Suk won Male Newcomer of the Year at the Herald DongA TV Lifestyle Awards and Best Young Actor at the KBS Drama Awards in 2013.

Yeon Jun Suk

Min Young Won

Jung Suk Won is a South Korean model and actor. He was born in Incheon, South Korea, on May 16, 1985, and made his acting debut in 2007. Since then, he has appeared in a variety of films and television dramas, including “Shining Inheritance” (2009), “Creating Destiny” (2009), “Rooftop Prince” (2012), and “Mr. Back” (2014).

Jung Suk Won

Lee Seung Hyung is a South Korean actor. He was born on February 6, 1969 in Yangju, Gyeonggi, South Korea and made his acting debut in 1990. Since then, he has appeared in a handful of films and numerous television dramas, including “Shining Inheritance” (2009), “Giant” (2010), “City Hunter” (2011), “Incarnation of Money” (2013), “Angel Eyes” (2014), “Doctor Stranger” (2014), “The Secret Life of My Secretary” (2019), and “Homemade Love Story” (2020).

Lee Seung Hyung

Choi Jung Woo is an award-winning South Korean actor. He was born on February 17, 1957 and began his acting career in the theater in 1975. In 1996, he made the move to film and has appeared in numerous films and television dramas since, including “Hero” (2009), “God’s Quiz” (2010), “City Hunter” (2011), “Master’s Sun” (2013), “Goodbye Mr. Black” (2016), and “Fix You” (2020).

Choi Jung Woo

Son Yeo Eun is the stage name of Han Na Yeon, a South Korean actress. Born on August 4, 1983, she made her acting debut in the 2003 television drama “Near to You.” She has since appeared in many popular films and television dramas, including “Shining Inheritance” (2009), “Bridal Mask” (2012), “The Woman Who Married Three Times” (2013), “All About My Mom” (2015), “Defendant” (2017) and “Sister Is Alive” (2017).

Son Yeo Eun

Baek Seung Hyun

Jun In Taek

Yoo Ji In

Min Joon Hyun is a South Korean actor. He was born on August 15, 1975 and made his acting debut in 2006. Since then, he has appeared in a handful of films and a wide variety of television dramas, including “Shining Inheritance” (2009), “My Princess” (2011), “Lie to Me” (2011), and “A Way Station” (2021).

Min Joon Hyun

Tae Hwang

Han Ye Won

Kim Mi Sook is an award-winning veteran South Korean actress. Born on March 26, 1959, she made her acting debut in the 1979 television series “Hometown of Legends” and is best known for her roles in the films “Marathon” (2005) and “Seven Days (2007), for which she received numerous acting nominations. Kim Mi Sook also has enjoyed a prolific career in television dramas over the past four decades, including in the recent dramas “I Love You, Don’t Cry” (2008), “Shining Inheritance” (2009), “City Hunter” (2011), “Queen Insoo” (2011), “Glorious Day” (2014), “All About My Mom” (2015-2016) and “The Flower in Prison” (2016). In addition to acting, Kim Mi Sook hosted three different radio music programs from 1990 to 2007, released several spoken-word albums, opened a school called Love Kindergarten in 1987 and served as its director until 2002.

Kim Mi Sook

Go Eun Sung (Han Hyo Joo) is a kind-hearted and optimistic young woman whose life takes a drastic turn after her wealthy father suddenly dies. Her cruel stepmother, Baek Sung Hee (Kim Mi Sook), seizes all her assets, leaving Eun Sung and her autistic younger brother, Eun Woo (Yeon Jun Suk), penniless and homeless, and Eun Woo goes missing soon after. In a twist of fate, Eun Sung saves elderly ailing CEO Jang Sook Ja (Ban Hyo Jung), who is disgusted by her own spoiled grandchildren, particularly the arrogant and cold-hearted Sunwoo Hwan (Lee Seung Gi). Impressed by Eun Sung's compassion and resilience, the CEO decides to bypass her own family and names Eun Sung as her sole heir. As Eun Sung searches for her brother and navigates the challenges of her new life, she must prove her worth, uncover her stepmother's deceit, and find love amidst adversity.

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