Pavane (Korean: 파반느) is a 2026 South Korean romantic drama film directed by Lee Jong-pil. It stars Go Ah-sung, Byun Yo-han, and Moon Sang-min. Produced under The Lamp, the film is based on the novel Pavane for a Dead Princess written by author Park Min-gyu, and it tells the story of a woman who was deemed unattractive by society, and a man who sees beyond her looks. It was released on Netflix on February 20, 2026.
Contents
Synopsis
Three emotionally withdrawn individuals whose lives intersect around a department store gradually form a close bond. Mi-jung, a stockroom employee, lives in self-imposed isolation to avoid the scrutiny of others. Yo-han, who works in the parking garage, is an outgoing and free-spirited man with a passion for rock music. Kyung-rok, meanwhile, has abandoned his youthful aspirations in favor of a stable but unfulfilling life.
Kyung-rok is immediately drawn to Mi-jung. Yo-han encourages their growing relationship while also developing a close friendship with both of them. As the three spend more time together, Mi-jung and Kyung-rok's relationship gradually deepens, while their shared experiences help each of them confront personal insecurities and emotional wounds.
Cast
Go Ah-sung as Mi-jung
Byun Yo-han as Yo-han
Moon Sang-min as Kyung-rok
Lee E-dam as Se-ra
Han Yu-eun as Hyeon-ji
Seo Yi-ra as Suk-hul
Kwon Do-kyun as Hyeong-geun
Jang Yo-hoon as Dong-hwan
Shin Jung-geun as Kentucky Hope
Park Hae-joon as Kyung-rok's father
Lee Bong-ryun as Kyung-rok's mother
Lee Sang-jin as Pretentious guy
Production
On April 2, 2024, Byun Yo-han was cast. The next day, Go Ah-sung, Moon Sang-min, and Byun reportedly confirmed their appearances, and the film was already in pre-production.
Principal photography commenced on May 8, 2024, and concluded in August 2024.
Release
Pavane premiered on Netflix on February 20, 2026.
