Hwang Jin Yi

A lush, sorrowful historical romance that lingers on dance, longing, and the pain of loving across an unyielding class divide.

Created by

Kim Cheol-kyu

Genres

Drama

Starring

Ha Ji-won, Wang Bit-na, Jang Keun-suk

Tagline

The story of Hwang Jin Yi, the famous 16th century Gisaeng.

Overview

Hwang Jin Yi is the illegitimate child of a noble and Heon Keum, a noted musician gisaneg. The story centers on the four men in her life and her pursue in the art of dancing. Her first love with a nobleman's son Kim Eun Ho ends in tragedy. Her love affair with Kim Jung Han does not have a happy ending either. Byuk Kye Soo is the Emporer's relative who are obsessed with her and tried every trick but still could not have her. Finally there is her devoted bodyguard Yi Saeng who never deserted her in times of need. Meanwhile, there is Bu Yong who not only is Hwang Ji Yi's rival in dancing but also in love.

How it feels

Melancholic, romantic, earnest and dark. Slow-burning and needs your attention.

About

Love, class, art, identity

Content

Mild violence and sexual content. No gore or swearing.

Note

Written by AI, so it can be wrong. Full breakdown

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