In the rushing waves of Hallyu breaking through cultural and national boundaries, writer Kim Eun Sook is one of the most influential figures. He has produced a number of megahits dramas and is appreciated by millions of Drakor lovers. Who is he?
Eun Sook is known as a writer who does not produce "flash scripts", scripts produced by writers with urgent time. He always tries to write carefully before leaving the results to the cast.
This woman who was born in Gangneung, South Korea, is also considered skilled in writing cool quotes that hit the hearts of Korean fans. "Goblin", "Secret Garden", "Descendant of The Sun" and "The Heirs" are dramas that have been recognized as successful and won several prestigious awards.
Throughout her career, Eun Sook has worked with a number of talented actresses and raised their names to world recognition. Here are four stars who were seen in some of Kim Eun Sook's dramas.
Kim Go Eun
This month, the people of South Korea celebrate Children's Day and artist Kim Go Eun donated more than 600 million Rupiah to Seoul National University Children's Hospital. This generous woman was once involved in 'The King: Eternal Monarch' written by Kim Eun Sook. However, this drama is considered unable to match the success of the drama "Goblin".
Kim Go Eun also acted in 'Goblin', and the drama's success put her under pressure. He felt that many demands were placed on him so that the next drama could score a success like 'Goblin'. You can also witness Kim Go Eun's talent in the drama “Cheese in The Trap” on Viu.
Song Hye Kyo
Song Hye Kyo is said to be one of the most influential artists in the South Korean entertainment industry. Without a doubt, one of the dramas that managed to catapult his name even higher was 'Descendant of The Sun', written by Kim Eun Sook.
Intrigued by this drama? You can already watch “Descendant of The Sun” in Indonesian dubbing on Viu, along with “True Beauty”, “World of Married Couple“, “Hotel Del Luna“ and many more.
“Autumn In My Heart” is also one of the dramas to mark the success of Hye Kyo's debut acting with Won Bin and Song Seung Heon. This is a highly rated drama that is considered one of the pioneering shows in the birth of Korean Wave fever and delivered Hye Kyo as a Hallyu star.
Yoo In Na
“Goblin” is a fantasy drama that has successfully mesmerized Korean fans with main stars Gong Yoo and Kim Go Eun. Yoo In Na plays Sunny, a kind but eccentric restaurant owner. The character Sunny is involved in an affair with the Grim Reaper (Lee Dong Wook) who has been destined since his previous life.
In Na also made an impressive appearance in the drama 'Secret Garden' written by Kim Eun Sook. This is a romantic comedy about Kim Joo Won (Hyun Bin), the department store leader and Gil Ra Im, the humble stuntwoman.
Park Shin Hye
"The Heirs" was one of those successful dramas that was able to surpass 20% in each episode towards the end. Kim Eun Sook's work is supported by artist Park Shin Hye who is paired with Lee Min Ho.
This drama tells the story of a poor girl named Cha Eun Sang (played by Park Shin Hye) who has to go through various family and romance problems. Eun Sang's meeting with Kim Tan (played by Lee Min Ho) ushers in a twisting love affair. You can also watch “The Heirs” in Indonesian dubbing format on Viu for free.
Like Kim Go Eun, Park Shin Hye is also known to be generous. He donated more than 90 thousand sanitary napkins to a fund of Rp. 257 million for teenage girls from low-income families in Korea. It also has Shinhye Centers established in Ghana, Africa and Manila, Philippines. Intrigued by his acting in comedy films? Watch Shin Hye on 'My Annoying Brother; also in Viu. (www.kpopchart.net)
