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Set in the multicultural district of Itaewon, the show broke K-drama barriers by centering on marginalized identities.

: An underdog who values people over profit and refuses to kneel, even when he has nothing. Itaewon Class

Itaewon Class (2020) is a high-stakes revenge epic and a profound exploration of in a world that demands compromise. Starring Park Seo-joon, the series follows an ex-convict’s 15-year plan to topple the food industry giant responsible for his father’s death. The Core Conflict: Steel vs. Money Set in the multicultural district of Itaewon, the

: A ruthless self-made tycoon who believes the world is built on a hierarchy of "predators and prey". Starring Park Seo-joon, the series follows an ex-convict’s

: A recurring theme where the Chairman tries to break Saeroyi’s spirit, making the final outcome a battle of pure willpower. 🌍 A Melting Pot of Social Issues

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