

TV series
Hwang Jin Yi
2006, Korean, on KBS2. Created by Kim Cheol-kyu.
The story of Hwang Jin Yi, the famous 16th century Gisaeng.
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.
- Seasons
- 1
- Episodes
- 48
- Episode length
- 70 min
- Status
- Ended in 2006
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Where to watch Hwang Jin Yi
Hwang Jin Yi is streaming on Kocowa in India.
Availability in India as of 9 November 2026. Streaming data by JustWatch.
Latest episode
S1 E24: Episode 24
Aired 28 December 2006
Seasons 1
Cast & crew
- Kim Cheol-kyuCreator
- Ha Ji-wonHwang Jin-yi / Myeong Wol · 48 ep
- Wang Bit-naBu-yong · 48 ep
- Jang Keun-sukKim Eun-ho · 48 ep
- Kim Jae-wonKim Jung-han · 48 ep
- Shim Eun-kyungHwang Jini (young) · 48 ep
- Kim Bo-yeonMae-hyang · 48 ep
- Kim Young-aeIm Baek-moo · 48 ep
- Ryu Tae-joonByuk Kye-soo · 48 ep
- Seo Hyun-jinJung Ka-eun · 48 ep
- Jeon Mi-seonJin Hyun-geum · 48 ep
- Lee In-hyeGae-ddong / Danshim · 48 ep
- Cho Seong-haEom-soo · 48 ep
Details
- First aired
- 11 October 2006
- Last aired
- 28 December 2006
- Network
- KBS2
- Original title
- 황진이
- Language
- Korean
- Country
- South Korea
- Type
- Scripted
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Hwang Jin Yi: quick answers
Is Hwang Jin Yi worth watching?
Hwang Jin Yi doesn’t have enough ratings for a verdict yet.
How many seasons of Hwang Jin Yi are there?
Hwang Jin Yi has 1 season and 48 episodes, about 70 minutes each.
Is Hwang Jin Yi finished?
Yes. Hwang Jin Yi ended in 2006, so you can watch the whole story.
Which OTT platform is Hwang Jin Yi on?
Hwang Jin Yi is streaming on Kocowa in India. (Checked 9 November 2026.)
Hwang Jin Yi parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
No age rating is listed for Hwang Jin Yi yet.
What shows are like Hwang Jin Yi?
If you liked Hwang Jin Yi, try Rookie Historian Goo Hae-Ryung, The Scandal, Bloody Heart.
Who created Hwang Jin Yi?
Hwang Jin Yi was created by Kim Cheol-kyu and stars Ha Ji-won, Wang Bit-na, Jang Keun-suk.
