Looking at it at first glance, it may look like the supporting actors' main purpose in the drama is solely to support the main or lead actors. But many times, a lot of them are capable of stealing the spotlight with their acting. At times, there are some supporting actors who don't get recognized and don't get the credit they deserve.
While we're at it, we will give you a list of the few supporting actors from dramas this year who we think gained a lot of attention with their awesome acting and amazing presence.
- Kwon Nara in "Itaewon Class"
In the JTBC just recently ended drama Itaewon Class", South Korean Singer and actress Kwon Nara portrayed the role of Oh Soo Ah, the smart and full of ambitions first love of the lead character Park Sae Roy played by Park Seo Joon. She showed off her amazing partnership with Park Seo Joon by expressing Oh Soo Ah's love for Park Sae Roy with a deep stare. Having a selfless support and a healthy competitive spirit made the viewers fall in love with her character.
Actor Lee Jae Wook has created a nice impression in a little over a year, portraying the characters of Baek Kyung in the MBC miniseries "Extraordinary You," playing Seol Ji Hwan in "Search: WWW," and Marco in the drama "Memories of the Alhambra." Now in "I'll Go to You When the Weather Is Nice," the handsome actor portrays the character of plays Lee Jang Woo. He is warm-hearted and is a person full of humor, in charge of making the drama fun to watch.
- Go Bo Gyeol in "Hi Bye, Mama"
In the ongoing drama titled "Hi Bye, Mama" starring Kim Tae Hee and Lee Kyu Hyung, actress Go Bo Gyeol is portraying the character of Oh Min Jung. Go Bo Gyeol is gaining a lot of praises and complements for her acting that's overloaded with emotions. Her role as a supportive wife and stepmother really touch the hearts of the viewers. At the start, the drama garnered attention since it is Kim Tae Hee's first drama in five years, but after noticing Go Bo Gyeol's skillful acting, she took the spotlight as one of the most memorable supporting actors of the year so far.
- Hwang Bo Ra in "Hyena"
In the SBS drama "Hyena," the actress was praised for her amusing acting skills. The drama may involve some serious matters given that it tackles the law, Hwang Bo Ra however brings comical relief to it with her chemistry with Jeon Suk Ho and Kim Hye Soo.
Actor Im Joo Hwan's portrayal of Ku Do Kyung in the drama "The Game: Towards Zero" impressed the viewers. He is playing the character of a medical examiner with the National Forensic Service. Im Joo Hwan gained the spotlight as an antagonist who recognizes his wrongdoings.
"The Game: Towards Zero" recently came to an end.
