Release Year: 2024
Status: Coming Soon
Director: Hua Qing
Genre: Drama, Mystery, Romance
story
In the bustling city of Shanghai, where skyscrapers touch the sky and the lights never dim, secrets lurk in the shadows. “Breaking the Shadows” follows the intertwined lives of Li Sun, Nick, and Leo, each harboring a past they wish to escape and a future they yearn to control.
Li Sun (Betty Sun/Susan) is a successful and independent woman in her early thirties. By day, she is a renowned architect reshaping the skyline of Shanghai. By night, she grapples with the haunting memories of her troubled past and the mysterious disappearance of her younger sister a decade ago. Determined to uncover the truth, Li Sun embarks on a journey that will test her strength, resilience, and faith in love.
Nick (Luo Jin) is a charismatic and enigmatic detective with a reputation for solving the most baffling cases. Behind his confident exterior lies a man tormented by his own demons and a secret that could destroy everything he holds dear. When he is assigned to investigate a series of high-profile kidnappings, he finds himself drawn to Li Sun, whose sister’s case eerily parallels the current abductions.
Leo (Ding Guan Sen) is a brilliant but reclusive hacker who once had a promising future. His life took a dark turn after a tragic event left him scarred and isolated. Now, he uses his skills to navigate the digital underworld, seeking justice for those who cannot defend themselves. Leo’s path crosses with Li Sun’s when he uncovers a vital clue about her sister’s disappearance, leading them both deeper into a dangerous conspiracy.
Madam Zhang (Li Xiao Ran) is a powerful and influential businesswoman with connections to the criminal underworld. Her facade of elegance and propriety conceals a ruthless ambition and a willingness to do whatever it takes to maintain her empire. As the threads of the past and present weave tighter, Madam Zhang’s role in the mystery becomes increasingly clear, revealing shocking truths that could bring her entire world crashing down.
As Li Sun, Nick, and Leo delve deeper into the shadows, they must confront their fears, unravel the lies, and face the darkness within themselves. Along the way, they discover that love, trust, and redemption can be found in the most unexpected places. Together, they must break free from the shadows of their pasts to forge a brighter future.
Plot
“Breaking the Shadows” is a gripping K-Drama that delves into the dark underbelly of a seemingly perfect world. The story revolves around Susan (played by Betty Sun) and Li (played by Sun Li), two sisters with a tumultuous past, who find themselves drawn into a web of secrets, lies, and danger.
Susan is a renowned investigative journalist known for her relentless pursuit of the truth. Her latest assignment leads her to uncover a massive corruption scandal involving some of the most powerful figures in society. As she digs deeper, she realizes that her sister Li, a high-ranking government official, might be entangled in the very conspiracy she’s investigating.
Li, on the other hand, has spent her entire life in the shadows of her family’s dark secrets. Struggling to balance her public persona with her private battles, she is forced to confront the demons of her past when Susan’s investigation threatens to unravel everything she has worked for.
Luo Jin plays Nick, a mysterious figure with a hidden agenda who appears to be both an ally and a foe. His motives remain unclear as he navigates the dangerous waters between Susan and Li, manipulating events to his advantage.
Ding Guan Sen stars as Leo, a brilliant but troubled detective assigned to assist Susan in her investigation. Leo has his own personal vendetta against the corrupt officials, and his complex relationship with Susan adds layers of tension and intrigue to the plot.
Li Xiao Ran portrays a powerful and enigmatic businesswoman who holds the key to many of the secrets Susan seeks to uncover. Her involvement in the scandal is both a hindrance and a help, as she plays a dangerous game of cat and mouse with Susan and Li.
As the sisters delve deeper into the conspiracy, they are forced to confront their past traumas and the choices that have defined their lives. With each revelation, the stakes get higher, and the shadows of their past threaten to consume them.
“Breaking the Shadows” is a tale of family, betrayal, and the relentless pursuit of justice. As Susan and Li navigate a world where nothing is as it seems, they must rely on their wits, their allies, and each other to survive and ultimately break free from the shadows that have haunted them for so long.
Main Cast
Betty Sun / Sun Li as Susan / Li Sun / Sun Li
Luo Jin
Ding Guan Sen
Li Xiao Ran
Supporting Cast
Nick
Leo
