Set in the mid-17th century during the Qing invasion of Joseon, 'Lovers' follows the complex and heartbreaking romance between Lee Jang-hyun, a mysterious man who has declared that he will never marry, and Yoo Gil-chae, a noblewoman of high status who is known for her charm and vanity. As the chaos of war shatters their peaceful world, their lives become inextricably linked. Spanning years of separation, profound growth, and the harsh realities of displacement and captivity, the narrative explores whether true love can survive the ultimate tests of history and endurance.
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Television Guide
The first part introduces Lee Jang-hyun and Yoo Gil-chae against the outbreak of the Qing invasion, charting their initial romance and the devastation that tears them apart.
Continuing the epic saga, Jang-hyun and Gil-chae face further trials as captives and wanderers, struggling to find their way back to each other across a changed Joseon.
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as Kyung Eun-ae