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Television Drama

Han River Ballad

Han River Ballad (Korean: 한강수타령; RR: Hankangsutareyong) is a South Korean television drama series that aired on the MBC network. The series consists of 51 episodes and was broadcast from October 2, 2004, to March 27, 2005.

Promotional poster for the television drama Han River Ballad
Promotional poster for the television drama Han River Ballad

Plot

The series centers on the life of Kim Young-hee, a widowed mother who works as a fish seller to provide for her family. The narrative explores the daily challenges and interpersonal relationships of her two daughters, her niece, and her nephew, highlighting themes of family resilience and the enduring nature of familial bonds.

Cast

The series features an ensemble cast, including:

  • Ko Du-Shim as Kim Young-hee
  • Kim Hye-Su as Yun Ga-young
  • Kim Seok-Hoon as Lee Jun-ho
  • Choi Min-Soo as Sin-ryul
  • Lee Yoon-Ji
  • Bong Tae-Gyu
  • Kim Gyu-Ri
  • Park Han-Byul
  • Kwon Eun-Ah as Aunt Ok-Sim

Production

The drama was directed by Choi Jong-Su and written by Kim Jung-Soo. It was produced for the Munhwa Broadcasting Corporation (MBC) in South Korea.

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