Emperor Wang Gun(2000)
Overview
Taejo Wang Geon was a 200-episode Korean drama starring Choi Soo Jong in the title role. It became very successful, reaching very high ratings, around 60%.
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Top 5 Billed Cast
Emperor Wang Gun
Kyun Hwon
Gung Ye
Yeon Hwa / Kang Bi
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