Name: Dong Yi
Genre: Commedia romantica, Costume e Periodo, Dramma
Released: 2010-03-22
Rating: 9.6
Cast: Ji Jin Hee, Han Hyo Joo, Bae Soo Bin, Oh Yeon Seo, Lee So Yeon

Ji Jin Hee is a popular South Korean actor. Born on June 24, 1971, he was working as a photographer in an advertising agency when a talent agent approached him about working in entertainment. He refused the offer but then took it a year later when he was laid off from his job during the IMF financial crisis in Korea. Ji Jin Hee made his acting debut in the 2000 television drama “Female Secretary” and has starred in many films and dramas since. He is best known for his roles in the historic dramas “Dae Jang Geum” (2003) and “Dong Yi” (2010) but also has starred in the popular dramas “The Man Who Can’t Get Married” (2009), “The Great Seer” (2012), “A Word From Warm Heart” (2013), “Blood” (2015), “Midnight Diner” (2015), “I Have a Lover” (2015) and “Second to Last Love” (2016).

Ji Jin Hee

About Han Hyo Joo: 
Han Hyo Joo is an award-winning South Korean actress. Born on February 22, 1987, she studied theatre and film at Dongguk University. She was first discovered after she participated in a Binggrae teen beauty pageant in 2003.

She made her acting debut in the 2005 television series “Nonstop 5” and is best known for her roles in the well-known dramas “Shining Inheritance” (2009), “Dong Yi” (2010) and “W” (2016). Han Hyo Joo has been a popular choice for music videos, variety shows, and endorsements.
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With over 15+ years in the entertainment industry, Han Hyo Joo has gained international recognition, having been cast in several overseas movies and television shows. Her talents extend far beyond acting — not only is she a singer and model, but she is also trilingual, able to speak Korean, Japanese, and English. Fans of Han Hyo Joo can keep up with her latest news on her Instagram account at @hanhyojoo222.
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Han Hyo Joo Movies and TV Shows: 
After her debut in the 2005 sitcom “Nonstop 5”, Han Hyo Joo went on to star in two highly successful kdramas which propelled her into the limelight — “Heaven & Earth” (2007) and “Iljimae” (2008) with Lee Joon Gi. However, her major breakthrough came in 2009 when she co-starred with Lee Seung Gi in the hit TV show “Shining Inheritance”. The drama received widespread acclaim and led to Han Hyo Joo becoming a household name in the industry. Oher must-watch Han Hyo Joo movies include “Cold Eyes” (2013) and “The Beauty Inside” (2015).
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On top of Korean dramas, Han Hyo Joo was a highly sought-after actress for blockbuster films. Some of her notable Korean movies include “Always” (2011), a melodrama where she played a blind telemarketer. In 2012, she was once again a leading lady — this time as the queen in the period drama film “Masquerade”, which is currently the ninth highest-grossing South Korean film of all time.
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It was not long before her acting prowess was noticed by filmmakers overseas, as she was selected to star in Japanese and American movies and television shows. Though widely known for her roles in romantic dramas, Han Hyo Joo is breaking the mold with her part in her latest 2021 drama “Happiness”, where she plays a determined police officer amidst an apocalyptic crisis.

Han Hyo Joo

Bae Soo Bin is a popular South Korean actor. Born on December 9, 1976, as Yoon Tae Wook, he made his acting debut in the 2001 film “Club Butterfly.” He is best known for his roles in the television dramas “Shining Inheritance” (2009), “Temptation of an Angel” (2009), “Dong Yi” (2010), “49 Days” (2011), “Secret” (2014) and “My Heart Twinkle Twinkle” (2015). Bae Soo Bin married in 2013.

Bae Soo Bin

Oh Yeon Seo is a South Korean actress who is best known for her leading role in the No. 1-rated 2014 drama “Jang Bo Ri Is Here,” for which she won the Top Excellence Awards at the 7th Korea Drama Awards and the 2014 MBC Drama Awards. Born on June 22, 1987, Oh Yeon Seo made her debut under her real name (Oh Haet Nim) with the K-pop girl group LUV at the age of 16 in 2002. But in 2003, she made the move to acting, appearing in many popular films and television series. Her roles in the 2012 “My Husband Got a Family” and “Here Comes Mr. Oh” also garnered many acting awards. She has since starred in and “Shine or Go Crazy” (2015), “Please Come Back, Mister” (2016), “My Sassy Girl” (2017) and “Hwayugi” (2017-2018).

Oh Yeon Seo

Lee So Yeon is a South Korean actress who was born on April 16, 1982. She studied at the Korea National University of Arts, as well as Hanyang University, where she majored in Theater and Film. She made her debut in 2002, starring in the movie “Unborn But Forgotten.” In 2003, she appeared in the smash-hit film “Untold Scandal,” an adaptation of the literary classic “Les Liaisons Dangereuses” (adapted in 1988 in Hollywood as “Dangerous Liaisons”). She has also appeared in hit drama titles, including “Spring Waltz” (2006), “Temptation of an Angel” (2009), “Dong Yi” (2010), and the more recent “Miss Monte-Cristo” (2021).

Lee So Yeon

Kim Yoo Jung is one of the most celebrated South Korean child actresses of her generation. Born on September 22, 1999, she was discovered at the age of 5 when she unexpectedly won the Most Popular award in a contest that her older sister entered. She made her debut in a TV commercial in 2003 and her acting debut in the 2004 film “DMZ.” Kim Yoo Jung quickly became one of the most prolific child actresses and has won many Best Young Actress awards. Some of her most acclaimed roles include “Iljimae” (2008), “Dong Yi” (2010), “Flames of Desire” (2010), “Grudge: The Revolt of Gumiho” (2010), “The Moon Embracing the Sun” (2012), “May Queen” (2012), “Golden Rainbow” (2013), “Secret Door” (2014), “Angry Mom” (2015) and “Moonlight Drawn by Clouds” (2016).

Kim Yoo Jung

Jung Yu Mi is a South Korean actress. Born on February 23, 1984, she broke into entertainment after appearing in a Lotte Xylitol chewing gum commercial in 2003. After appearing in minor roles in a number of films and television dramas, she gained widespread fame with her role in the 2011 drama “A Thousand Days’ Promise” and has since starred in “Rooftop Prince” (2012), “City Conquest” (2013), “Mother’s Garden” (2014), “Six Flying Dragons” (2015) and “Master: God of Noodles” (2016).

Jung Yu Mi (1984)

Kim Hye Sun is an award-winning South Korean actress. She was born on September 28, 1969, in Seoul, South Korea, and made her acting debut in 1986. Since then, she has appeared in a wide variety of films and television dramas, including “Jewel in the Crown” (2003), “Our Gap Soon” (2016), “Bravo My Life” (2017), and “Beauty and Mr. Romantic” (2024).

Kim Hye Sun

Jung Dong Hwan is a South Korean actor. He was born on August 5, 1949 in Gimje, North Jeolla Province, South Korea and made his acting debut in 1978, when he took on his first role in a television drama. Since then, he has appeared in several films and numerous television dramas, including “Spring Waltz” (2006), “Scent of a Woman” (2011), “You’re All Surrounded” (2014), “Hotel Del Luna” (2019), and “The Game: Towards Zero” (2020).

Jung Dong Hwan

Lee Kwang Soo is a South Korean actor and entertainer. Born on July 14, 1985, he began his career as a model in 2007 and then made his acting debut in the 2008 television drama “The Scale of Providence.” Lee Kwang Soo is best known for being a cast member of the popular variety show “Running Man,” which he joined in 2010. He also has won numerous awards for his roles in films and television dramas and is a popular commercial endorsement star. Some of his most well-received roles include the 2012 films “Wonderful Radio,” “All About My Wife” and “The Scent” as well the television dramas “The Innocent Man” (2012) “Jung Yi, Goddess of Fire” (2013) and “It’s Okay, That’s Love” (2014).

Lee Kwang Soo

Chun Ho Jin is a veteran South Korean actor. Born on September 9, 1960, he made his acting debut in the 1986 film “Street of Desire” but his career took off after he won Best New Actor at the 28th Baeksang Arts Awards for his role in the 1990 television drama “Love on a Jujube Tree.” Chun Ho Jin has appeared in many popular films and television dramas throughout his prolific career, including the recent “City Hunter” (2011), “Bridal Mask” (2012), “All About My Romance” (2013), “Two Weeks” (2013), “Doctor Stranger” (2014), “Six Flying Dragons” (2015) and “Moonlight Drawn by Clouds” (2016), “Chicago Typewriter” (2017) and “My Golden Life” (2017-2018). In 2009, Chun Ho Jin published a book titled Chun Ho Jin’s Woodworking DIY.

Chun Ho Jin

Choi Ran is a South Korean actress. She was born in Gimcheon, North Gyeongsang Province, South Korea, on November 30, 1960 and made her acting debut in 1979. Best known for her work as a supporting actress in television dramas, she has appeared in both film and television over the years. Though most notably known for her appearances in the works of the Hong Sisters, she has appeared in several films and numerous television dramas, including “My Girl” (2005), “Strongest Chil Woo” (2008), “You’re Beautiful” (2009), “Gye Baek” (2011), and “Big” (2012).

Choi Ran

Jung Eun Pyo is an award-winning South Korean actor. He was born on March 27, 1966 in Gokseong County, South Jeolla Province, South Korea and made his acting debut in 1990. Active both on stage and on screen, he has appeared in numerous films and television dramas, including “Le Grand Chef” (2007), “Jewel in the Crown” (2010), “Incarnation of Money” (2013), “Fated to Love You” (2014), and “The Flower in Prison” (2016).

Jung Eun Pyo

Im Sung Min is a South Korean actress who was born on July 8, 1969, in Seoul, South Korea. She studied at Ewha Womans University and later the Yonsei University Graduate School. Her first notable drama series role was in 2000, when she appeared in “School 3,” with her big-screen bow coming in “The First Amendment of Korea” (2003). Since then, she has appeared in dramas such as “Save the Family” (2015) and “Marriage Contract” (2016).

Im Sung Min

Choi Chul Ho

Choi Jong Hwan is a South Korean actor who was born on September 24, 1965, in Seoul, South Korea. He graduated from the Seoul Institute of the Arts. He starred in the movie “The General’s Son 2” in 1991. He was selected as a TV actor by TV network MBC in 1993. He made an appearance in the long-running drama series “Countryside Diary.” More recently, he has starred in the 2018 drama series “Time” and “When I Was the Most Beautiful” (2020).

Choi Jong Hwan

Jung In Ki is a South Korean actor who has won numerous awards for his work in short films. Born on September 12, 1966, he made his acting debut in a theatrical production in 1990. He went on to appear in numerous short films, full-length films and television dramas, including the recent “Pinocchio” (2014), “The Girl Who Sees Smells” (2015), “Who Are You: School 2015” (2015), “Squad 38” (2016), “Weightlifting Fairy Kim Bok Joo” (2016) and “Mystery Queen” (2017).

Jung In Ki

Oh Eun Ho

Lee Jae Yong is a veteran South Korean character actor known for playing supporting roles in film and television that span two decades. Born on March 21, 1963, he made his acting debut in the 1997 film “3PM Paradise Bath House.” He has since enjoyed a prolific career in many popular films and television dramas, including the recent “Three Days” (2014), “The Night Watchman” (2014) and “My Beautiful Bride” (2015). Lee Jae Yong is married to Kim Hyeon Ah.

Lee Jae Yong

Maeng Sang Hoon

Ban Min Jung

Choi Jae Ho

Lee Kye In

Choi Il Hwa is a South Korean actor. He was born on June 19, 1959, in Gochang, North Jeolla, South Korea, and made his acting debut in 1999. Since then, he has appeared in a wide variety of theatrical productions, films, and television dramas, including “Jewel in the Crown” (2010), “Dream High” (2011), “Peach Tree” (2012), “My Little Brother” (2017), and “Two Cops” (2017

Choi Il Hwa

Kim Yoo Suk is a South Korean actor. Born on January 1, 1967, he made his acting debut in the 1998 film “The Power of Kangwon Province.” He has since starred in many popular films and television dramas, including “Dong Yi” (2010), “Rooftop Prince” (2012), “Your Neighbor’s Wife” (2013) and “Don’t Cry Bird” (2015).

Kim Yoo Suk

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

Choi Ha Na

Lee Hee Do

Yeo Ho Min

Nam Da Reum is a popular South Korean child actor. Born on June 13, 2002, he made his acting debut in the popular 2009 television drama “Boys Over Flowers” and has gained fame playing the younger versions of the main characters of many popular dramas. He also has appeared in “Pinocchio” (2014), “Splendid Politics” (2016), “Memory” (2016), “Goblin” (2016), “The King Loves” (2017) and “Bad Thief, Good Thief” (2017).

Nam Da Reum

Park Jung Soo is a South Korean actress. She was born June 1, 1953 and made her acting debut in 1972. She has appeared in numerous dramas over the years including, “Queen of Reversals” (2010), “”Mama” (2014), “My Husband, Mr. Oh!” (2018), and “Mother of Mine” (2019).

Park Jung Soo

Jung Sung Yoon

Kwon Min

Lee Jung Hoon

Jung Jin Young is a veteran South Korean actor. Born on October 16, 1964, he is a prolific film actor who is best known for his roles in “Gangnam Blues” (2015), “Once Upon a Time in a Battlefield” (2003) and its sequel “Battlefield Heroes” (2011), “Sunny” (2008) and “King and the Clown” (2005). He also has starred in the popular television dramas “”Dong Yi” (2010), “Brain” (2011), “Love Rain” (2012), “Angel Eyes” (2014) and “Glamorous Temptation” (2015). Jung Jin Young also served as MC of the television variety shows “I Want to Know” (2002-2006), “Human Survival Challenger in Hawaii” (2011) and “I Am a Singer 2” (2012).

Jung Jin Young

Choi Soo Han

Park Ha Sun is a South Korean actress. Born on October 22, 1987, she made her acting debut in the 2005 television series “Love Needs a Miracle” and rose to stardom with her role in the 2010 historical drama “Dong Yi.” She has since starred in many popular films and television dramas, including “High Kick: Revenge of the Short Legged” (2011), “Ad Genius Lee Tae Baek” (2013), “Two Weeks” (2013), “Three Days” (2014), “Temptation” (2014) and “Drinking Solo” (2016). She also appeared in the all-women cast of the popular reality series “Real Men 2” in 2015.

Park Ha Sun

Jung Ki Sung

Heo Yi Seul

Lee Sook

Jung Sun Il

Han Da Min

Son Il Kwon

Kim So Yi

Yeo Hyun Soo

Na Sung Kyoon

Kang Yoo Mi

Kim Dong Yoon is a South Korean actor. He was born on August 30, 1980 and made his acting debut in 2003. Since then, he has appeared in a variety of films and television dramas, including “Sang Du, Let’s Go to School” (2003), “Jewel in the Crown” (2010), and “Once Upon a Time in Saeng Chori” (2010).

Kim Dong Yoon

Lee Hyung Suk

Shin Gook

In the middle of the 18th century in Joseon, the social class's severe contradiction and rapid change are vividly described through the main character of this story, who was born into the lowest-class family. This is a story about the hope and self-consciousness of the lowest class of people, who were evaluated only by the value of wealth without being recognized for the minimum value as a human being. In addition, it introduces the reality of the underground organization of the lowest class of people, which emerged as a serious social problem during the Manchu Invasion of Korea in 1636.

Dong Yi

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