Love and Ambition (2006 South Korean TV Series)

Love and Ambition (Korean: 사랑과 야망; RR: Sarangkwa Yamang) is a South Korean television drama series that aired on the SBS network in 2006. The series was directed by Kwak Young-Bum and written by Kim Soo-Hyun. It consists of 80 episodes and was broadcast on Saturdays and Sundays at 21:45.

Plot

The narrative centers on a family living in a small city, led by a resilient mother who manages a mill house. The story follows the lives of her children: the eldest son, Tae-jun, a university student who carries the family's hopes; his brother, Tae-su; and their younger sister, Sun-hee. Following a tragic accident involving their father, the family relocates to Seoul.

The plot explores the complex romantic and professional lives of the siblings. Tae-jun's girlfriend, Mi-ja, pursues a career as an actress after being discovered by a television director. Complications arise as the characters navigate personal ambitions, family expectations, and shifting relationships over several years.

Production

The series was produced for the SBS network and ran from February 4, 2006, to November 12, 2006. It is a notable work in the career of screenwriter Kim Soo-Hyun, known for her contributions to the South Korean television industry.