WATCH LIST: Descendants of the Sun
Descendants of the Sun is a popular South Korean television drama. At the time the series was showing, the lead stars are real life couple Song Hye Kyo and Song Joong Ki. The drama was released in 2016.
| Title | Descendants of the Sun |
| Male Lead | Song Joong-ki as Captain Yoo Si-jin a.k.a. Big Boss |
| Female Lead | Song Hye-Kyo as Doctor Kang Mo-Yeon a.k.a. Beauty and Pretty one |
| Writer | Kim Eun-sook and Kim Won-seok |
| Episodes | 16 Episodes | 60 Minutes per Episode |
| Release | 24 February to 22 April 2016 |
| Genre | Romantic Comedy Drama |
| Language | Korean |
| Country of Origin | South Korea |
Storyline
The drama tells the story of a special forces soldier named Yoo Si Jin played by Song Joong Ki and a doctor named Kang Mo Yeon played by Song Hye Kyo. They fall in love while working in the fictional war-torn country of Uruk but find that their chosen careers have many challenges to navigate as a couple.
Meeting in the Hospital
The story begins in an unexpected meeting between the two leads. Si Jin is at the hospital where Mo Yeon works. Mo Yeon is the attending doctor who was tending to his friend. Si Jin is immediately taken with Mo Yeon. On the other hand, Mo Yeon is hesitant to involve herself with a soldier. Despite this, the two eventually start dating, and their relationship blossoms. Their newfound romance is tested when they realize that getting involved with each other is not easy, to say the least. Mo Yeon has her own reservations. Si Jin has no choice but to follow orders and leave to perform his secret missions. This causes a rift between the two.
Mo Yeon decides that she doesn’t want to deal with such a relationship and tells Si Jin to stop. They part ways and go on with their lives. They meet again after months of separation in a special operation in Uruk. Mo Yeon is a volunteer doctor while Si Jin is with his team on duty.
Working Together in War-Torn Uruk
As they work together in Uruk, Si Jin and Mo Yeon face numerous challenges and dangers. They must navigate the complex politics of the country and deal with the threat of terrorist attacks. At the same time, they must also confront their own personal demons and insecurities, as well as the difficulties of maintaining a long-distance relationship.
Despite the obstacles they face, Si Jin and Mo Yeon’s love for each other continues to grow stronger. They support each other through the hardships of war and their feelings for each other become unshakeable. The drama culminates in a heart-wrenching finale, as Si Jin and Mo Yeon must make a difficult decision about their future together.
Will their love be able to survive the challenges they face? Will they be forced to say goodbye?
Local and International Success
Descendants of the Sun is popular in South Korea. It also gained a large international following. It received widespread critical acclaim for its compelling storytelling, engaging characters, and beautiful cinematography. The drama’s success solidified its lead actors, Song Joong Ki and Song Hye Kyo, as superstars in the South Korean entertainment industry.
Overall, Descendants of the Sun is a must-see drama for fans of romantic stories and action-packed thrillers. Its unique blend of genres and captivating characters make it a truly unforgettable viewing experience.
Where to Watch
Watch all sixteen episodes of Descendants of the Sun on Netflix with full English subtitles. What do you think about the series? Did you like it too? Drop your comments in the comments section below. I’d love to know your views, please let me know what you think!
Check out Song Joong Ki on Artist Spotlight and the Top 5 Korean Drama Series Featuring Song Hye-Kyo to find out more about the lead actors.
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