Scarlet Heart Korean vs. Thai Remake: A Side-by-Side Cast Comparison

A decade after the Korean adaptation of Moon Lovers: Scarlet Heart Ryeo pinched our hearts with its compelling storyline, Thailand is about to conquer them once again. Gathering its top stars in one major production, Scarlet Heart Ullavee is anticipated to be one of the biggest dramas in Thai entertainment history.

Beyond the exceptional narrative within a historical setting, the main element that captured audiences worldwide is the stellar cast. While the Korean version had us on the edge of our seats with its unforgettable princes, it is now the Thai actors’ turn to shine through a unique interpretation rooted deeply in Thai culture and aesthetics. 

Historical look: Black hair in combed over with light fringes in the front

Historical Look: Modern short hair cut textured with spikes

Historical look: Long, soft silky hair with curtain bangs to elongate his neck and slim his face.

Historical look: Two-block cut styled in the mid-part with accentuating nose contour.

Historical Look: Korean top knot with youthful features to embody the character’s bubbly demeanor

Historical Look: Similar youthful aesthetic with a mix of modern hair texture and thicker eyebrows for a more masculine appearance.

Historical Look: Side slick with a Korean top knot with a flawless base and subtle features.

Historical Look: Force has a more masculine appearance, accompanied by his straight thick brows and hair comma.

Historical Look: Ha-neul’s hair is in side waves with his natural skin amplified. High nose bridge alongside his signature smile that captivated the fans. 

Historical Look: Mid-parted hair with commas and angelic eyes. They both have a charming smile, which makes the both of them perfect for the role. 

Historical Look: Under eyeliner and the clean top-knot to fully emphasize the antagonist energy in the series. 

Historical Look: Flawless foundation base contrasted with his well-pigmented brows and accentuated with sleek eye makeup to also embody the same antagonist energy. 

Historical Look: Wang So’s iconic scar with layered side bangs to cover it, creating curiosity towards the audience. 

Historical Look: No scars in the Thai version, which amps up Metawin’s visual more: bright skin, rosy lips, and benevolent eyes. It’s also a clear sign of Metawin’s role in the series. 

Now this is one show that’s fillled to the brim with breathtaking visuals!