The Great Doctoraired in 2012 and wasnt a critical success or a ratings smash.
Nevertheless,the fantasy romance gave usGeneral Choi Young, a sweeping male lead worthy of accolades.
Mackerel Runtechnically counts as Lees first leading role, but at the time, the moment was short-lived.
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I was shooting the sixth episode when I found out that it was going to end at episode No.
And if they catch feelings along the way, who are they to argue with personal taste?
A product of its time with a concept just as dated,Personal Tasteis still anutterly charming rom-com classic.
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No one on the space station knows Ryongs true purpose, and hed prefer to keep it that way.
Given the uncomfortable dynamics at play,Boys Over Flowersis a unique guilty pleasure.
Additionally, he home the Best New Actor, Television award at the 2009 Baeksang Arts Awards.
Can their love defy their different backgrounds, social circles, and expectations?
Speaking of affluent bad boys 2013sThe Heirspicks up whereBoys Over Flowersleft off, with a few tweaks.
Tan looks and acts tough but is actually a cinnamon roll on the inside.
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Still, dont let that fool you; he can unleash that diabolical smirk at a moments notice.
2011sCity Hunterlets Lee play with expectations.
Years later as an adult, Gon is still combating his uncles attempts to overthrow his rule.
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The King: Eternal Monarchcomes fromrenowned writerKim Eun-sook(The Glory,Mr.
That said,Eternal Monarchoffers a contender forthe most swoonworthy moment in K-Drama history, courtesy of Gon.
(You’ll know it when you see it.)
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