Article: 10 K-Pop Idols Who Have Excelled In Acting

It's no secret that K-pop idols are multitalented. They keep amazing us with their package of talents. Everything is astonishing and inspiring, be it their visuals, skill, or perseverance. So, it is a blessing for someone who loves K-pop and K dramas when their favorite idol starts acting. Some of them came with excellent performances that made you laugh, cry and wonder. And some came to bag awards. In short, they made this whole journey entertaining for us. Look at the top 10 idols who steal the screen with their acting skill.

 

1. Lee Ji-Eun (Iu)

Lee Ji-Eun, popularly known as IU, is a proven talent as a singer or actor. She is a solo K-pop idol and a superstar who got tagged as the "nation's little sister." In 2011, she started her acting career through Dream high (2011). In addition, she owns a pretty impressive filmography, such as The Producers (2015), Moon Lovers: Scarlet Heart Ryeo (2016), My Mister (2018), Persona, and Hotel Del Luna (2019). As fans eagerly discuss her upcoming movie, Dream, she undoubtedly established herself as an actor.

 

 

2. Im Si-Wan

Who would forget Jong-woo and Strangers from Hell? Yes, that is Im Si-wan for you. His duality is astonishing when you see the aloof yet kind-hearted national sprinter Ki Seon-gyeom in the 2020 drama Run on. But before all these, he was an idol, a vocalist in a South Korean band, ZE: A. In 2012, he made his acting debut in a period drama, Moon Embracing the Sun. Then he bagged awards for his popular drama Misaeng: Incomplete life. The quality of his works made his journey quite appreciative.

 

3. Ok Taecyeon

Ok Taecyeon, the hottest villain from Vicenzo (2021). But he is familiar to many as the rapper from the famous band 2 PM. His music career rose to success through the group as they collected many awards and fame. Taecyeon became a friendly face through some successful dramas such as Dream High (2011), Who Are You (2013), Bring It On, Ghost (2016), Save Me (2017), Vincenzo and Secret Royal Inspect & Joy (2021), etc. He debuted as an actor in 2010 with the KBS drama Cinderella's sister. After this, he went on an acting spree and even proved his skill in Japanese series.

 

4. Cha Eun-Woo

Cha Eun-woo is that idol who came straight out of a webtoon. Being one of the most handsome artists, he is not just a visual but a vast package of talents. He started his career by playing a minor role in the 2014 film, My Brilliant Life. Then, he debuted as a singer for the now-popular boy group Astro in 2016. After that, Eun-woo got his first leading role in the 2018 rom-com, My ID is Gangnam Beauty, a commercial success. Then in 2019, he stole the screen through the historic drama Rookie Historian Goo Hae-ryung. Then, he became a familiar name with his portrayal of Lee Su-ho in the 2020 rom-com True beauty, made after the hit webtoon.

 

5. Park Hyung-Sik

The charming and handsome first love of many k-drama lovers, Park Hyung-Sik, is a talent anyone can admire. His career began as a member of the boy group ZE: A and its sub-unit ZE: A Five. Shortly after this, he slides into the world of acting. His role in the popular teen drama The Heirs (2013), along with Lee Min-ho, gave him the popularity of an actor. In addition, he gifted the viewers with some memorable dramas like What's With This Family (2015), High Society (2016), Hwarang: The Poet Warrior Youth (2016), Strong Girl Bong Soon (2017), Suits (2018), Happiness (2021), Soundtrack #1 (2022), etc.

 

6. Kwon-Nara

Being an acting trainee from middle school and then debuting as a singer of the girl group Hello Venus, Kwon Nara is marking her name in the entertainment industry. Her first significant role in the 2017 rom-com Suspicious Partner, with Ji Chang-Wook, gave her much recognition. After this, she made her position through many hits such as My Mister (2018), Doctor Prisoner (2019), Itaewon Class (2020), Royal Secret Agent (2020), and a sleeper fantasy hit Bulgasal: Immortal Souls (2021).

 

7. Ong Seong-Wu

Ong Seong-wu is famous for his performance in the reality show Produce 101 Season 2 and as a promising vocalist of the boy group Wanna One. After proving his singing talent, he amazed us with his acting in his debut series, At Eighteen (2019). He also recorded a soundtrack for the same drama, which melted all viewer's hearts. He bagged many awards for his first role despite being a new actor. He again made our hearts flutter with his lead role as Lee Soo in the 2020 romance drama, More Than Friends.

 

8. Park Jinyoung

Though he started his career as an actor with his debut series Dream High 2 (2012), he is popularly known as a member of the insanely talented boy group GOT7. He won many hearts with his vocals and charming visuals. Jinyoung's acting graph went high with his many successful dramas. Nobody could forget his appearance as Lee Ahn in the 2019 thriller mystery; He Is Psychometric. It was a pleasure to watch him with varying genres like the 2020 romance drama When My Love Blooms, the mystery legal drama The Devil judge (2021), and the handsome Yoo Ba-bi in the psychological-romance drama Yumi's Cells season 2.

 

9. D.O

It is impossible not to get shocked by his vocal strength. Do Kyung-soo, known by his stage name D.O is a gifted talent of the popular boy band EXO. His journey has been incredible, from a leading vocalist to a promising actor. With his lead role in one of the highest-rated Korean dramas, 100 Days My Prince (2018), along with Nam Ji-Hyun, he established himself as a successful actor. His fans eagerly await his upcoming legal-crime drama Bad Prosecutor, which will air soon.

 

10. Lee Jun-Ho

With the popularity of being a lead vocalist in the famous boy band 2 PM, he turned out as the most popular idol actor. He debuted as an actor in the 2013 movie Cold Eyes. After that, he slowly builds his career on the television screen with some successful dramas like Good Manager (2017), Rain or Shine (2017), Wok of Love (2018), Confession (2019), etc. With the enormous success of his historical drama The Red Sleeve (2021), Jun-ho became one of the most valuable actors.