Jang Hyuk, Baek Sung-hyun, Hong Gyeong-in, Kim Ah-ron, Jeong Ji-hwan, and Jo Seong-ha: The presence of “Munmu” () rises

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Actors Jang Hyuk, Baek Sung-hyun, Hong Kyung-in, Kim Ah-ron, Jeong Ji-hwan, and Cho Seong-ha are set to transform into figures who shared in the rise and fall of Goguryeo, showcasing a weighty presence in the drama "Munmu."

KBS 2TV’s new historical drama “Munmu” (Chief Producer Lee Ho / Screenplay by Kim Ri-heon and Hong Jin-ji / Directed by Kim Young-jo and Go Sung-jun / Produced by K-EAST and Monster Union), scheduled to premiere at 9:20 p.m. on Saturday, November 14, is a work that depicts the desperate and lonely epic of leaders who stake everything in pursuit of a single victory amid wars that have continued for 600 years and internal upheavals within the Three Kingdoms.

“Munmu” had previously generated anticipation by revealing the relationships among the key figures who led Silla, and this time it has previewed the rich narratives of major Goguryeo characters who left a powerful mark amid the chaotic era of turmoil.

The production team stated, "'Munmu' depicts the glory of Silla, which led to the unification of the Three Kingdoms, and the painful collapse of Goguryeo, foreshadowing a grand epic narrative. The contrasting trajectories of the two nations are set to further enrich the depiction of the diverging fates of characters amidst the dramatic upheavals of history."

The production team also stated, "Actors Jang Hyuk, Baek Sung-hyun, Hong Kyung-in, Kim Ah-ron, Jeong Ji-hwan, and Cho Seong-ha portray characters who race forward for their own desires and beliefs in an era of war where not even the next moment can be predicted. We ask for your great interest in the multi-dimensional passionate performances they will deliver."

The production team stated, “Alongside the narrative of Silla’s unification of the Three Kingdoms, we plan to densely capture the monumental historical footprints of Goguryeo’s fall and revival.” They added, “The stories of key figures from Goguryeo, who faced the storms of history head-on, will powerfully depict the futility of absolute power that once manipulated the world and a tragic narrative.”

Jang Hyuk and Jo Sung-ha in a fierce confrontation over the position of supreme power

Yun Gaesomun (played by Jang Hyuk), Goguryeo’s unparalleled war hero, expands his power through formidable combat prowess and a ruthless demeanor. Backed by the clout of his family’s grip on military authority, Yun becomes even more autocratic than before. His influence soon turns toward Go Geonmu (played by Jo Sung-ha), who is Na Ra-ui (국왕). Unable to stand idly by in the face of such circumstances, Go Geonmu devises a plan to eliminate Yun and strengthen royal power, but he instead finds himself in peril due to a counterattack from Yun, who senses his intentions. The fierce confrontation between these two men, which will alter the fate of Goguryeo, delivers an overwhelming narrative that keeps viewers on the edge of their seats at every moment.

Jang Hyuk and Baek Sung-hyun: Those Who Fearlessly Threw Themselves into a Blood-Red War for the Sake of Goguryeo Alone

Yeon Gaesomun, who aspires to become the supreme ruler of Goguryeo, forms a bond with Go Yeonmu (played by Baek Seong-hyeon), who is determined to protect Go Geonmu to the end. Yeon Gaesomun highly values Go Yeonmu’s loyalty in defending his lord, Go Geonmu, even when his own life is at risk, and spares him. However, because Go Yeonmu ultimately refuses to become one of his men, Yeon Gaesomun sends him to Liaodong. While Go Yeonmu guards Liaodong for the sake of a nation in turmoil, Yeon Gaesomun, who has seized power, prepares for a bloody war against the Tang Dynasty, which covets Samhan. The story of these two generals, whose goals differed but who shared the same heart for Goguryeo, is expected to leave a deep impression.

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Yeon Gaesomun, who staged a coup d'état to stand at the pinnacle of power, installed King Bojang (played by Hong Kyung-in) on the throne in order to manipulate the royal family at will. King Bojang, who was nothing more than a puppet, watched helplessly as his crumbling nation fell, unable to even raise his voice. After Yeon Gaesomun's death, his sons, Yeon Namsaeng (played by Kim Ah-ron) and Yeon Namgeon (played by Jung Ji-hwan), unleashed their long-suppressed ambitions for power, plunging Goguryeo into crisis. Weakened by the extreme civil war between the brothers, which drained the nation's strength, Goguryeo approached its demise. The epic saga of Goguryeo—a kingdom that Yeon Gaesomun had sought to protect from foreign forces through countless bloody battles and once commanded over all under heaven, yet ultimately met a shabby downfall—is set to deliver a dramatic resonance.

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