IU and Byun Woo-seok's Best K-Drama Scenes & Lines

In the MBC Friday-Saturday drama '21st Century Duke's Wife,' IU, who plays Sung Hee-joo, and Byun Woo-seok, who plays Duke Ian, revealed their favorite memorable scenes and lines from the drama. The drama, loved by domestic and international viewers for the romance between Sung Hee-joo and Duke Ian, is further enhanced by the scenes and lines personally chosen by IU and Byun Woo-seok.

IU selected the line Sung Hee-joo says in episode 5, "This is how you protect. By attacking, while attacking," as her favorite. IU added that this line showcases Sung Hee-joo's strong, competitive side, and that if she were Duke Ian, she would have fallen for Sung Hee-joo at that moment. In the drama, Sung Hee-joo fiercely fights to achieve her goals despite the limitations of being a commoner and born to a concubine. Her pursuit of marriage with Duke Ian, despite facing opposition, also shows her proactive nature in achieving her objectives. This aspect of Sung Hee-joo ignited a spark in Duke Ian's heart, making him anticipate them as partners rather than just contract marriage partners.

Byun Woo-seok chose the scene in episode 10 where Duke Ian cries alone as a memorable scene. Byun Woo-seok explained that this scene felt true to Duke Ian, showing him bearing all his hardships alone without confiding in anyone. The scene depicted Duke Ian shedding tears alone, overwhelmed by a sense of powerlessness at not being able to protect the woman he loves, as Sung Hee-joo demanded a divorce to protect him from the backlash after their marriage contract was leaked. Duke Ian's silent cry, forced to suppress his emotions due to his royal status, added to the poignancy.

Sung Hee-joo and Duke Ian in '21st Century Duke's Wife' are forging their own paths, overcoming their destinies and limitations. The lines and scenes depicting their meeting, falling in love, and overcoming their hurts are resonating with viewers, and anticipation is high for the ending of their romance, which is heading towards its climax.

MBC's Friday-Saturday drama '21st Century Duke's Wife' will air episode 11 on Friday, the 15th, at 9:50 PM, and the final episode on Saturday, the 16th, at 9:40 PM. The 10th episode, aired on the 9th, recorded a peak viewership rating of 13.3%, breaking its own record. The unfolding events, including IU and Byun Woo-seok's kiss scene, Prime Minister Min's (played by Noh Sang-hyun) turn to villainy, and the abdication, added to the excitement and drove the ratings up. With only two episodes left, expectations are growing for the drama to surpass 15% viewership.