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"Arthdal Chronicles" is one of the most awaited Korean dramas of the year. It is the first ancient times fantasy drama of Korea!
Top Hallyu actor Song JoongKi and actress Kim JiWon are reuniting for this project. Previously, they acted in the worldwide popular drama "Descendants of the Sun" (2016), Song JoongKi and Song HyeKyo were the main leads and Kim JiWon and JinGoo were the second main leads. The top actor is back after 3 years to the small screen.
Song JoongKi has been part of many other well-known dramas such as "Sungkyunkwan Scandal" (2010) and "The Innocent Man" (2012). Kim JiWon also had proved her great acting skills and have gain popularity with the drama "Fight For My Way" (2017).
Not only the cast is getting the K-Drama community excited but also the originality of the plot and the huge budget are also the reasons to watch! For more details about the budget, check the bottom part of the article.
Different from the majority of the Korean dramas, the drama will be on a series system. Season 2 and 3 are already confirmed. The first two seasons -with 6 episodes each- will broadcast this summer and the third season is planned to air on the second half of the year. You can check the whole broadcasting schedule here.
Here are the different titles: "Part 1: The Children of the Prophecy", "Part 2: Sky Turned Inside Out, Rising Land", and "Part 3: Arth, the Prelude to All the Legends".
You can also check our Introduction Guide To The Mysterious World Of “Arthdal Chronicles” In 5 Points.
Here is more information.
? For season 2 [poster, new character, new pictures, etc], check more information here.
? For season 3 [poster, new pictures, characters chart, teaser etc], check more information here.
Arthdal Chronicles (2019)
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Information
Title: Arthdal Chronicles/Aseudal Yeondaegi/아스달 연대기
Director: Kim WonSeok
Writer: Kim YoungHyun, Park SangYeon
Network: tvN
Runtime: Season 1&2 from June 1 / Season 3 from Sep 7
# of Episodes: Season 1 (6 episodes), Season 2 (6 episodes) // Season 3 (6 episodes)
Language: Korean
Summary
It tells the stories of various heroes writing different legends of the mystical and ancient country of Arthdal.
Cast
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Song JoongKi as EunSeom
The son of Asaho and Neantal Ragazeu
Member of the Wahan tribe in the land of Iarc and, he is a stranger to Arthdal
He will be the most powerful enemy to Tagon
On the day he was born, a blue star appeared, which in Arthdal prophecy, means he can bring catastrophic curse to the land. In order to save his life, Asaho, his mother fought her way to escape Arthdal. He endured a lot of hardship as he grew up. After losing his parents, he joined the Wahan tribe and was raised as a member. Due to his unique nature of birth, he has unique appearance, personality, and extraordinary abilities.
In the meanwhile, Arthdal plans on attacking the Wahan tribe in order to conquer the lands of Iarc and soon, EunSeom is captured by Arthdal army.
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Kim JiWon as TanYa
The daughter of YeolSon, She is the pure descendant of the Wahan tribe.
Just like EunSeom, she was born under the same blue star.
She was born on the same day as EunSeom and her mother died while giving birth to her. She is a warrior who is wise and vigorous. In the days when normal people cannot dream, TanYa was blessed with the ability due to her pure blood. However, she found out that EunSeom was also able to see the dreams. At first she was suspicious and jealous but she gradually fell in love with him. She is also his first love.
She realizes that her path was planned over hundreds of years in the middle of her hardships. She becomes the most eminent person in Arthdal and starts to dream to become the first female politician. She is the first crown princess of the Empire of Arthdal.
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Jang DongGun as TaGon
The first born of Sanung, General of the Arthdal empire
Genius strategist who is exceptional in both literature and martial arts and also the head of Dacan unit
He is the hero who won the big war against the Neantals
He is from the Saenyeok Tribe. He is a famous war hero of Arthdal. He led 20 years of victorious wars. He is talented at war. He increased his power little by little to lay the foundation of the city-state of Arthdal. He dreams to be the first King.
However, he is not the only hero, there is another one living in the Iarc lands. The encounter with EunSeom is imminent.
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Kim OkVin as Tae AlHa
She is the daughter of the tribal chief of Mihol tribe
She is a scientist and a warrior. She has a lot of ambition in politics.
She comes from a far land before settling in Arhdal. She is the first woman in Arthdal that raises her power as an empress. She is also the prettiest woman in Arthdal. She is the political ally of TaGon and enjoys power.
Teaser & Posters
Here is the first teaser.
Here are the main posters.
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? For season 2 [poster, new character, new pictures, etc], check more information here.
? For season 3 [poster, new pictures, characters chart, teaser etc], check more information here.
Interesting Facts
A part of the production was done in Brunei. Another part of the filming was also done in the city of Osan, located down in the South of Seoul in Gyeonggi Province. They built a set for the drama and they have been filing since December 2018.
The drama has a reference to the mystical city of GoJoseon (2333 BCE-108 BCE) named Asadal.
About the Production Budget
The drama is produced by the famous Studio Dragon that has produced high-quality dramas "Mr. Sunshine", "Memories of the Alhambra" and more. The production cost of "Arthdal Chronicles" is more than 40 billion KRW (or approximately 35,250,000 USD).
According to The Herald, Kim HyunYong, a researcher at EBEST Investment & Securities Co. said "There are plans for a season 2 in 2020. Goods, games, and others are ready."
Studio Dragon
Here is the logo of the drama.
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Read More : An Introduction Guide To The Mysterious World Of “Arthdal Chronicles” In 5 Points
Read More : 4 Reasons Why “Arthdal Chronicles” Is One Of The Most Awaited Dramas Of The Year
Read More : New Character, Poster, New Images Of Main Actors & Characters Chart Of “Arthdal Chronicles” Season 2
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