The KBS 2 drama had drawn great attention with its overseas location shoots and star-studded cast, and it had ended with viewing ratings of 39.9%.
On December 17, the spy drama "Iris" drew its curtain with the death of Hyun-jun (Lee Byung-hun).
Earlier, while Sa-woo (Jeong Jun-ho) faced death in a shootout between the NSS and the Iris, Sa-woo opened his heart to Hyun-jun, saying, "I am sorry for getting you in trouble," and Hyun-jun told Sa-woo, "I have never had a shadow of doubt about you," holding Sa-woo to his chest.
In addition, the president (Lee Jung-gil) presiding over the South-North Korean summit was saved from murderous attack by his secretary (Myung Ji-yeon) with the help of Hyun-jun.
After three months, the drama was expected to have a happy ending for a short time, with Hyun-jun and Seung-hee reverting to normal daily lives. However, Hyun-jun was shot and killed by an unknown person in the last episode of the drama while he was on the way to propose to Seung-hee with an engagement ring.
The drama has approached its conclusion with many unsolved mysteries, such as the true identity of Seung-hee and the director of Iris, amidst the diverse opinions of TV viewers regarding the conclusion and sudden death of Hyun-jun.
"Chuno" starring Jang-huk, Oh Ji-ho, Lee Da-hae will air in January 2010, succeeding "Iris."Source http://english.kbs.co.kr
