K-dramas are well-known around the world due to their story lines. A Korean drama combines story, character, suspense, humor, and wit. However, the tale is only as good as its actors. Fans of the South Korean entertainment industry find it difficult to choose their favorites among so many talented actors.
Actors in Korean TV programs have performed a wide range of characters, from ancient warriors to modern soldiers, white-collar doctors and attorneys to international spies. In today’s multi-hyphenate world, it’s not uncommon to discover that your favorite K-drama actor was also a model, musician, or even a professional athlete! Juggling numerous careers, as well as transitioning from one to another, is not rare. Here are the five hottest K-drama actors that have made their name in the industry and have fan following from all over the world.
1. Lee Min Ho
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Lee Min Ho is a South Korean actor, model, singer and businessman. Lee Min Ho was born on June 22, 1987, in Seoul. He started his modeling career from high school. He began acting in 2006 with his debut film Secret Campus but it wasn’t until 2009 that he made his breakthrough with the Korean drama series Boys Over Flowers.
At the 2009 Baek Sang Art Awards, he won Best New Actor for his role as Gu Jun-Pyo in Boys Over Flowers. In 2016, he won many awards for the series Legend of the Blue Sea, including the SBS Drama Award for Best Couple, which he shared with lead actress Jun Ji-Hyun.
2. Lee Jong Suk
Lee Jong-suk, born September 14, 1989, is a South Korean actor and model. In 2005, he made his runway debut, becoming the youngest male model to ever attend Seoul Fashion Week. Lee’s breakout performance was in School 2013 (2012).
Lee Jong-suk has made an unforgettable impression on Korean television with his performances in Pinocchio and While You Were Sleeping. He has always been praised for his ability to genuinely embrace his characters. His superb acting and emotional performances have brought him to the status of a beloved icon among drama enthusiasts.
3. Wi Ha Joon
Wi Ha-Joon was born on August 5, 1991. He is a South Korean actor and a model. He is best known for his roles in the films Gonjiam: Haunted Asylum (2018), Shark: The Beginning (2021) and Midnight (2021). He is also famous for the television series Something in the Rain (2018), Romance Is a Bonus Book (2019), 18 Again (2020) and Squid Game (2021), which later turned him into an international star.
A Netflix famous series “squid game” which came in 2021, is still on the top of mystery lovers list. In the series, actor Wi Ha Joon plays the role of a police officer who sneaked into the game area discreetly and discovered some unexpected secrets. This role of Wi Ha Joon has contributed significantly to his rise in popularity.
4. Ji Chang Wook
Ji Chang-Wook started his career in the Korean entertainment industry as a musical theater actor, but he became famous after acting in various K-drama series Smile Again, Empress Ki and Backstreet Rookie. His visuals, dialogue deliveries and emotional expressions are a magnetic blend of perfect romantic K-dramas.
He also stars as the main character in the drama series Healer, alongside Park Min-Young. The chemistry between Ji Chang Wook and Park Min Young was unmatchable. He was also casted as the main character in the film Staged City in which he played the role of a victim of well-planned murder scene.
5. Song Joon Ki
Song Joong Ki is one of the most popular Korean stars in the world. He has come a long way since he started his career as a member of a popular variety show named Running Man. His acting abilities, lovely smile and charming personality has turned him into one of the popular K-actor. His K-dramas such as Descendants of the Sun and Vincenzo made him internationally famous.
A lot of people talk about Song Joong Ki’s boyish looks and how versatile he is in the same sentence. He is a scene stealer no doubt and he hasn’t stuck to one genre. He picks different narratives and character and he perform them so well that shows how multitalented he is.
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