| | Dae Wang Sejong (2008) Premiering Jan. 5, ``The Great King Sejong'' depicts the life of the fourth king of Joseon, King Sejong. Written by Yoon Sun-ju of ``Hwangjini'' (2006) and directed by Kim Sung-keun of ``Thank You, My Life'' (2006), this drama will focus on how King Sejong acceded to the throne, stabilized the newly born country and gave rise to the blooming culture of Joseon. Born as the third prince, Chungnyeong, or King Sejong, was far from ascending the throne. This drama shows the young Chungnyeong living in a private residence outside of the palace and experiencing the everyday life of commoners. Later he takes the throne and invents Hangeul, the Korean writing system. Kim Sang-kyung, who plays this majestic king, expressed both confidence and anxiety at a press conference. ``I have to act out King Sejong in a way that meets people's expectations since he was such a well-known and great king. However, I have to bring out a new aspect of King Sejong at the same time,'' said Kim. Known for his role as Gungye in ``King Taejo Wang Geon'' (2000), Kim Young-cheol plays King Taejong, the third king and father of Sejong, while Choi Myoung-gil, who already played the same role in another KBS epic drama ``Tears of the Dragon'' (1996), will play his wife, Queen Wongyeong. Queen Soheon, the first spouse of Sejong, is played by Lee Yun-ji and concubine Kim will be played by Lee Jung-hyun. ``We will demonstrate different characters from traditional legitimate queen and concubine relationships. We will be good friends and supportive of each other even after I receive the Royal favor,'' said Lee Jung-hyun. Genius scientist of the time, Jang Yeong-sil is played by model-turned-actor Lee Chun-hee.
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