Which K-drama made South Korean President Lee Jae-myung cry?


By AGENCY

South Korean President Lee Jae-myung says this hit drama series moved him to tears and convinced him of the nation’s untapped cultural potential. Photo: Reuters

President Lee Jae Myung on June 30 underscored the power of culture in enhancing Korea’s global standing, sharing how a hit drama series moved him to tears and convinced him of the nation’s untapped cultural potential.

Speaking at a meeting with cultural figures at the Presidential Office in Yongsan, Lee said watching the Netflix hit When Life Gives You Tangerines reassured him the industry could provide a turnaround in the nation's growth.

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