The upcoming historical drama Sacred Jewel has revealed the first images of Lee Sung Min's character, who will bring to life a military veteran hardened by decades of war.
The production is set in the year 1258, during the Goryeo dynasty, at a time when the kingdom is on the brink of defeat after thirty years of conflict with the Mongol Empire. The story follows the heroic struggle of an expeditionary unit that sets out to the battlefield in search of a sacred relic, the pearl of Avalokitesvara, which is attributed with divine power capable of protecting the nation, as well as a princess determined to save them.
For now, it has been confirmed that Sacred Jewel will arrive in December, although an exact release date and the streaming platform have not yet been specified.
Who is Choi Gu, Lee Sung Min’s character in Sacred Jewel
Lee Sung Min embodies Choi Gu, the leader of the Goryeo elite unit known as the Yabyeolcho. He is a veteran who has survived countless battles and is appointed to lead the expedition alongside the inexperienced Baek Gyeol, played by Ahn Bo Hyun.
According to the character description, Choi Gu's face bears the scars of war and the weight of past events. Lee Sung Min's performance is expected to bring depth to this gaze hardened by years of combat.
The first images of Choi Gu
The newly released photographs show Choi Gu with a face marked by the passage of time and a piercing gaze capable of intimidating his opponents. Armed with a bow and sword, the character exudes the aura of command typical of a battle general.
The scars crossing his face and his hardened expression point to the difficult path that Choi Gu has traveled throughout countless confrontations.
The weight of leading younger soldiers
According to the character synopsis, even rookie soldiers aspired to serve under Choi Gu's command, convinced that being by his side guaranteed survival. However, after enduring years of war, Choi Gu ends up facing the harsh realities of the battlefield.
The promotional material leaves open the question of the twists of fate that await the character as he faces the dangerous mission of escorting the sacred pearl.
Frequently asked questions about Sacred Jewel
When does Sacred Jewel premiere?
Sacred Jewel is scheduled to premiere in December, although an exact date has not yet been confirmed.
What character does Lee Sung Min play in Sacred Jewel?
Lee Sung Min plays Choi Gu, the leader of the elite Yabyeolcho unit, a war veteran tasked with leading the expedition in search of the sacred pearl.
What is Sacred Jewel about?
The story is set in 1258, during the Goryeo dynasty, and follows an expeditionary unit searching for the pearl of Avalokitesvara, a relic with supposed power to protect the kingdom, amidst the war against Mongolia.
Who else is part of the cast of Sacred Jewel?
Ahn Bo Hyun plays Baek Gyeol, an inexperienced soldier who accompanies Choi Gu on the expedition.
