Hero(2012)

Hero is a South Korean series set in a near-future where the country has collapsed into financial ruin. In the fictional city of Mooyoung, corruption and irregularities have taken hold, leaving citizens vulnerable to exploitation. When ordinary man Kim Heug-Cheol unexpectedly gains superhuman strength, he becomes an unlikely champion against the systemic corruption destroying his community. Caught between his newfound powers and the entrenched forces of greed, Heug-Cheol must navigate a dangerous path to restore justice to a broken city. The series blends action with social commentary, exploring what it takes for one person to stand against institutional decay.