Cinderella's Sister
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Cinderella's Sister also known as Cinderella's Stepsister / A Modern Story of Revenge, is a romantic and melodramatic TV drama in Seoul
, South Korea
, under KBS network. It first aired on March 26, 2010, and ended its broadcast in June 2010. It has been aired under the title Cinderella's Stepsister on KBS World
, which broadcast it across all its major international networks a few weeks after its Korean premiere. The OST (It Has To Be You) was sung by Super Junior
's Yesung
; the song was very popular and topped many music charts,he won the Original Sound Track of The Year(It has to be you).
), who lives with her mother since years ago (and also her mother's lover), finally gets a new family and a home when her mother remarries to a kind man who owns a winery. At first, she denied it, and even attempted to escape rather than dealing with the attempt of being schooled. The cynical Eun-jo is unable to accept the affection of her new step-sister Hyo-seon (Seo Woo
) and step father Gu Dae-seong (Kim Gab Soo). Hyo-seon, with her bright character, is the apple in her father's eyes and Eun-jo's mother goes out of her way to fulfill the role of Hyo-seon's mother, causing her to neglect and act harshly towards Eun-jo. However, Eun-jo finds a friend in Hong Ki-hoon (Chun Jung Myung), a college student working at the winery who becomes her own prince. Ki-hoon eventually leaves to take care of personal issues, but Hyo-seon's jealousy of Eun-jo causes her to make Eun-jo believe that he has abandoned her.
The three reunite 8 years later to begin the main plot - a modern adaptation of Cinderella with a twist. Han Jeong-woo (Taecyeon
), a boy that Eun-jo considered her little brother 8 years ago, appears in order to be near her and fulfills the role of a "fairy godmother" to her. A love triangle forms when Hyo-seon falls for Ki-hoon, who is still in love with Eun-jo. The feeling of betrayal lasts with Eun-jo, creating misunderstandings and difficulties. However, the kindness of Eun-jo's stepfather (Gu Dae-seong, Hyo-seon's father) begins to change everyone's lives, making this a tale of growth and redemption.
A cynical and shy young woman, Eun-jo is good at hiding her emotions and does not get attached to people easily. She is skeptical of her stepfather's kindness; however, she later realizes that it is genuine and this realization begins to break her hard exterior. Eun-jo is in love with Ki-hoon, and is hurt when he leaves, leading her to be cold and reject him when he returns 8 years later. She is also sad about her stepfather's death.
A gentle and brilliant girl who has been treated like a princess her entire life. However, she is lonely and becomes excited when she learns that she'll be getting a new mother and sister. When her new family members are different from what she expected, it takes a toll on her. Hyo-seon is slightly spoiled and becomes jealous of her new stepsister.
Gentle, handsome, and kind, Ki-hoon sees much of himself in Eun-jo. However, when his difficult and broken family situation causes him to leave the winery, he disappears, leaving Eun-jo a letter that she never receives. Ki-hoon returns 8 years later and appears to be a spy for his evil step-family's company, but not everything is as it seems.
Jeong-woo is the adopted son of one of Song Kang-sook's ex-lovers. Eun-jo is the first person to care for him when he was a child, which creates a deep affection for her. Jeong-woo finds Eun-jo at the winery 8 years later in order to be near her and declare his love for her. Jeong-woo is selfless and reliable and always cares for Eun-jo.
Eun-Jo's mother. Knows how to get what she wants, and marries Go Dae-seong for his wealth. Though initially an evil stepmother who fakes affection for her new family, Kang-sook loves her daughter Eun-jo and begins to change as a result of Dae-seong's love for her.
Hyo-seon's father and Eun-jo's stepfather. Dae-seong is kind hearted, genuine, and loving. His character and goodness causes changes in everyone around him for the better.
Ki-hoon's manipulative and calculating older half-brother, who does not even acknowledge Ki-hoon as his brother.
Seoul
Seoul , officially the Seoul Special City, is the capital and largest metropolis of South Korea. A megacity with a population of over 10 million, it is the largest city proper in the OECD developed world...
, South Korea
South Korea
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, under KBS network. It first aired on March 26, 2010, and ended its broadcast in June 2010. It has been aired under the title Cinderella's Stepsister on KBS World
KBS World
KBS World is a name of Korean Broadcasting System's international broadcasting service. It consists of KBS World Radio and a KBS World television channel.- History :...
, which broadcast it across all its major international networks a few weeks after its Korean premiere. The OST (It Has To Be You) was sung by Super Junior
Super Junior
Super Junior is a South Korean boy band. Formed in 2005 by producer Lee Soo-man of SM Entertainment, the group comprised a total of thirteen members at its peak, and was once claimed to be the world's largest boy band...
's Yesung
Yesung
Kim Jong-woon , better known by his stage name Yesung, is a South Korean idol singer and occasional actor. He is one of the four lead vocalists of the boy band Super Junior. He was once a radio host for his own radio program, M.I.R.A.C.L.E for You, which ended its broadcast in September 2007...
; the song was very popular and topped many music charts,he won the Original Sound Track of The Year(It has to be you).
Synopsis
Song Eun-jo (Moon Geun YoungMoon Geun Young
Moon Geun-young is a vivacious and multi-talented South Korean award-winning actress, commercial film star, and model. Affectionately called "Korean nation's little sister," Moon started modeling at the age of 12 and appeared in the documentary film On the Way the following year...
), who lives with her mother since years ago (and also her mother's lover), finally gets a new family and a home when her mother remarries to a kind man who owns a winery. At first, she denied it, and even attempted to escape rather than dealing with the attempt of being schooled. The cynical Eun-jo is unable to accept the affection of her new step-sister Hyo-seon (Seo Woo
Seo Woo
Seo Woo is a South Korean actress. After first drawing critical notice in the black comedy Crush and Blush, Seo Woo has since starred in in challenging arthouse films Paju and The Housemaid, while gaining popularity in the small screen through cult favorite Tamra the Island and melodrama Flames of...
) and step father Gu Dae-seong (Kim Gab Soo). Hyo-seon, with her bright character, is the apple in her father's eyes and Eun-jo's mother goes out of her way to fulfill the role of Hyo-seon's mother, causing her to neglect and act harshly towards Eun-jo. However, Eun-jo finds a friend in Hong Ki-hoon (Chun Jung Myung), a college student working at the winery who becomes her own prince. Ki-hoon eventually leaves to take care of personal issues, but Hyo-seon's jealousy of Eun-jo causes her to make Eun-jo believe that he has abandoned her.
The three reunite 8 years later to begin the main plot - a modern adaptation of Cinderella with a twist. Han Jeong-woo (Taecyeon
Taecyeon
Ok Taec-Yeon , generally known as Taecyeon, is a member in the Korean boy band 2PM, where he is the main rapper...
), a boy that Eun-jo considered her little brother 8 years ago, appears in order to be near her and fulfills the role of a "fairy godmother" to her. A love triangle forms when Hyo-seon falls for Ki-hoon, who is still in love with Eun-jo. The feeling of betrayal lasts with Eun-jo, creating misunderstandings and difficulties. However, the kindness of Eun-jo's stepfather (Gu Dae-seong, Hyo-seon's father) begins to change everyone's lives, making this a tale of growth and redemption.
Cast/characters
- Moon Geun YoungMoon Geun YoungMoon Geun-young is a vivacious and multi-talented South Korean award-winning actress, commercial film star, and model. Affectionately called "Korean nation's little sister," Moon started modeling at the age of 12 and appeared in the documentary film On the Way the following year...
as Song Eun-jo/Gu Eun-jo (Zarren Song/Gu)
A cynical and shy young woman, Eun-jo is good at hiding her emotions and does not get attached to people easily. She is skeptical of her stepfather's kindness; however, she later realizes that it is genuine and this realization begins to break her hard exterior. Eun-jo is in love with Ki-hoon, and is hurt when he leaves, leading her to be cold and reject him when he returns 8 years later. She is also sad about her stepfather's death.
- Seo WooSeo WooSeo Woo is a South Korean actress. After first drawing critical notice in the black comedy Crush and Blush, Seo Woo has since starred in in challenging arthouse films Paju and The Housemaid, while gaining popularity in the small screen through cult favorite Tamra the Island and melodrama Flames of...
as Gu Hyo-seon (Brianna Gu)
A gentle and brilliant girl who has been treated like a princess her entire life. However, she is lonely and becomes excited when she learns that she'll be getting a new mother and sister. When her new family members are different from what she expected, it takes a toll on her. Hyo-seon is slightly spoiled and becomes jealous of her new stepsister.
- Chun Jung Myung as Hong Ki-hoon (Timothy Hong)
Gentle, handsome, and kind, Ki-hoon sees much of himself in Eun-jo. However, when his difficult and broken family situation causes him to leave the winery, he disappears, leaving Eun-jo a letter that she never receives. Ki-hoon returns 8 years later and appears to be a spy for his evil step-family's company, but not everything is as it seems.
- TaecyeonTaecyeonOk Taec-Yeon , generally known as Taecyeon, is a member in the Korean boy band 2PM, where he is the main rapper...
as Han Jeong-Woo (William Han)- Moon Suk Hwan as Han Jeong Woo (adolescent)
Jeong-woo is the adopted son of one of Song Kang-sook's ex-lovers. Eun-jo is the first person to care for him when he was a child, which creates a deep affection for her. Jeong-woo finds Eun-jo at the winery 8 years later in order to be near her and declare his love for her. Jeong-woo is selfless and reliable and always cares for Eun-jo.
- Lee Mi Sook as Song Kang-sook (Cesan Song)
Eun-Jo's mother. Knows how to get what she wants, and marries Go Dae-seong for his wealth. Though initially an evil stepmother who fakes affection for her new family, Kang-sook loves her daughter Eun-jo and begins to change as a result of Dae-seong's love for her.
- Kim Gab Soo as Gu Dae-seong (David Gu)
Hyo-seon's father and Eun-jo's stepfather. Dae-seong is kind hearted, genuine, and loving. His character and goodness causes changes in everyone around him for the better.
- Kang Sung Jin as Yang Hae-jin
- Choi Il Hwa as Chairman Hong
- Yun Woo Jin as Dong-soo
- Go Se Won as Hong Ki-jeong (Levi Hong)
Ki-hoon's manipulative and calculating older half-brother, who does not even acknowledge Ki-hoon as his brother.
- Seo Hyun Chul as Kang Sook's true love
- Kim Chung as Ki-hoon's stepmother