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Lovers of the Red Sky (2021): Cast

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Lovers of the Red Sky is a 2021 drama directed by Jang Tae-yoo, starring Kim You-jung as Hong Chun-gi, Choi Gwang-il and Ko Kyu-phil.

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Lovers of the Red Sky (2021) movie poster
Director
Jang Tae-yoo
Genre
Drama
Original language
Korean
Studio
Studio S
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is Lovers of the Red Sky About?

The premise of Lovers of the Red Sky without spoilers.

Set in the Joseon era, talented painter Hong Cheon‑Ki defies tradition as the first woman admitted to the royal Dohwaseo. Renowned for her genius brushwork, striking beauty and lively spirit, she lives for art. Her world shifts when she meets the charismatic scholar Ha‑Ram, sparking a connection that will test her devotion to painting.

Lovers of the Red Sky Themes & Keywords

· 41 tags
  • blindness
  • painter
  • female painter
  • royalty
  • joseon dynasty
  • astrologer
  • king
  • demon
  • royal court
  • historical fiction
  • prince
  • love at first sight
+29 more
  • supernatural power
  • korean historical setting
  • supernatural drama
  • korean folklore
  • 15th century
  • painter as protagonist
  • power struggle
  • royal family
  • deity
  • magical bonds
  • portrait
  • shaman
  • burning a portrait
  • curse
  • fictional kingdom
  • witchcraft
  • black magic
  • demonic possession
  • royal palace
  • kdrama
  • joseon era
  • literature on screen
  • live action adaptation
  • asian literature on screen
  • fated love
  • supernatural fantasy
  • possession
  • female painter as protagonist
  • based on novel
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Cast & crew

Lovers of the Red Sky Cast & Characters

Kim You-jung leads the cast as Hong Chun-gi, with Choi Gwang-il as Hong Eun O [Cheon Ki's father] and Ko Kyu-phil as Cheong Ji-gi. Directed by Jang Tae-yoo; 9 actors are credited in all.

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Lovers of the Red Sky Also Known As

11 alternative titles, including “Hongcheongi” and “Hongcheonki”.

Also known as
  • Hongcheongi
  • Hongcheonki
  • Hong Chun Gi
  • รอยรักลิขิตเลือด
  • 홍천기
  • 紅天機
  • 红天机
  • Bầu Trời Rực Đỏ
  • Алые небеса
  • Cielo Rojo
  • عشاق السماء الحمراء

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Lovers of the Red Sky FAQ: Cast, Director & Post-Credit Scene

Director, cast, post-credit scenes and language of Lovers of the Red Sky, each answered in a sentence.

Who directed Lovers of the Red Sky?

Lovers of the Red Sky was directed by Jang Tae-yoo.

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Who is in the cast of Lovers of the Red Sky?

Lovers of the Red Sky stars Kim You-jung as Hong Chun-gi, Choi Gwang-il as Hong Eun O [Cheon Ki's father] and Ko Kyu-phil as Cheong Ji-gi, among 9 credited actors.

Does Lovers of the Red Sky have a post-credit scene?

No. Lovers of the Red Sky has no extra scene during or after the credits.

What language is Lovers of the Red Sky in?

The original language of Lovers of the Red Sky is Korean.

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