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Descendants of the Sun

South Korean television series
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Descendants of the Sun is a popular South Korean television series that falls under the genre of Korean drama, often referred to as K-drama. These dramas are known for their evocative narratives, nuanced characterizations, and cinematography.1

Descendants of the Sun (2016) is a romance genre K-drama that stars Song Joong-Ki, who plays a captain in the South Korean army. The series achieved massive popularity and brought Song Joong-Ki international fame. Korean dramas typically have around 12-20 episodes and often blend elements from multiple genres.12

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