The Hallyu Wave or Korean Wave is now well-known to the majority of the population across the world. It is the popularity of Korean culture, music, cuisine, movies, and dramas. K- drama is gaining more and more attention not only for their storyline but the actors and actresses who act in them. Korean actors are well-known by fans worldwide and are making a place for themselves in Hollywood as well. Here are ten heartthrobs of K- drama land who are hard to miss.
1. IU
Lee Ji- Eun, known as IU, a singer and actress, has not only native but also international fans swooning for her. IU made her way into the industry as a singer but soon became an actress and made a place for herself in the acting industry. IU debuted in Dream High in 2011 as a supporting cast and continues to act in several other dramas and movies. IU is known for her work in The Producers, Moon Lovers: Scarlet Heart Ryeo, My Mister, and Hotel Del Luna.
2. Song Joong Ki
The Hallyu star of the Korean entertainment industry is Song Joong- ki. Song Joong- ki first appeared in the movie A frozen flower in 2008. Sungkyunkwan Scandal, which came out in the year 2010, put Song Joong Ki in the limelight along with shows like The running man. He was also included in the Forbes Korea power celebrity. He is known for his roles in Descendants Of The Sun, Arthdal Chronicles, Vincenzo, and Space Sweepers.
3. Han So-Hee
Han So Hee started her acting career in the drama Money Flower in 2017. She also played a supporting role in the drama Abyss in 2019. It was not until The World of Married in 2020 that put in the limelight. Han So Hee made a place in drama lovers by portraying being versatile in the dramas Nevertheless, My Name and Soundtrack #1.
4. Ahn Hyo- Seop
Initially, Ahn Hyo- Seop was scouted by JYP to be part of an idol group but later debuted as an actor. He made his acting debut in 2015 with the drama Splash Splash Love. In 2018 with the drama Still 17, he received an award for portraying a high school student. Ahn Hyo- Seop is a man of talent who can sing, is fluent in other languages, and has versatility. He is known for his characters in the drama Dr. Romantic, Business Proposal, Abyss, and The Lovers of the Red Sky.
5. Song Hye- Kyo
Another Hallyu sensation is Song Hye Kyo, who has fans worldeide. Song Hye Kyo appeared in the drama first love. In 2000 she starred in the drama Autumn My Heart which put her in the spotlight. She was also on Forbes Korea's power celebrity list. Song Hye Kyo is known for her beauty and effortless acting. She is well known for her roles in Descendants Of The Sun, The Glory, Encounter, That Winter, and The Wind Blows.
6. Song Kang
Song Kang is also known as The Son Of Netflix, as most of his works are streamed on this platform. Song Kang made his debut in the drama The Liar and His Lover in the year 2017. It was the drama Love Alarm that got him into the limelight. Song Kang is well known for his roles in Nevertheless, Navillera, Sweet Home.
7. Kim Se- Jeoung
Kim Se- Jeoung originally debuted in the idol group I.O.I which later disbanded, and she became part of the Gugudan idol group which dissolved in 2020. However, she made her place as a solo artist and also as an actress. Kim Se- Jeoung is known for her roles in School 2017, The Uncanny Encounter, and Business Proposal.
8. Ji Chang- Wook
Ji Chang Wook made his debut in the movie Sleeping Beauty in the year 2008. In 2010 he gained recognition for his role in the drama Smile Again, and since then, he has become a prominent face in the Korean entertainment industry. Along with his acting skills, Ji Chang Wook is known for his vocals. He is well known for his roles in Suspicious Partner, The K2, Healer, and The Sound of Magic.
9. Park Min- Young
Park Min Young set foot in the entertainment industry in 2005 with a TV commercial. It was in 2010 she made a name for herself in the drama Sungkyunkwan Scandal, followed by City Hunter. Since then, Park Min Young has been unstoppable. She is known for her roles in hit dramas like What’s Wrong With Secretary Kim, Healer, Her Private Life, and Queen For Seven Days.
10. Park Hyung- Sik
Initially part of the idol group ZE: A in 2010, Park Hyung Sik can do it all. He made brief appearances in various dramas before making his big entry onto the screen with the drama I Remember You and Dummy Mommy. In 2013, Park Hyung- Sik appeared in The Heirs, and since then, he has been unstoppable. He is well known for his roles in Hwarang, Strong Woman Do Bong- Soon, Happiness, and Soundtrack # 1.
