Giant

"Giant" is a compelling South Korean drama that chronicles the tumultuous lives of three siblings—Lee Kang Mo (portrayed by Lee Beom Soo), Lee Sung Mo (Park Sang Min), and Lee Mi Joo (Hwang Jung Eum)—during the 1970s and 1980s. After their father is murdered in a smuggling scheme orchestrated by Jo Pil Yun (Jeong Bo Seok) and Hwang Tae Seob (Lee Deok Hwa), the siblings are tragically separated. Their mother also dies, compounding their misfortune. Years later, as adults, they reunite with a shared determination to seek vengeance against those responsible for their family's downfall. Lee Kang Mo, the youngest brother, rises in the construction industry, driven by a desire to dismantle his enemies' empires from within. His journey is complicated by his romantic involvement with Hwang Jung Yeon (Park Jin Hee), the daughter of Hwang Tae Seob, blurring the lines between love and retribution. Lee Sung Mo, the eldest sibling, becomes an agent for the Korean Intelligence Agency, using his position to gather intelligence on their adversaries. Meanwhile, Lee Mi Joo, the youngest sister, navigates her own path, which intertwines with Jo Min Woo (Joo Sang Wook), adding layers of complexity to their quest for justice. Set against the backdrop of South Korea's rapid economic development, "Giant" masterfully weaves themes of ambition, betrayal, and familial loyalty. The series showcases stellar performances from its cast, including Kim Soo Hyun as the young Lee Sung Mo and Nam Ji Hyun as the young Hwang Jung Yeon, making it a must-watch for fans of intense, character-driven narratives.