Nowadays, we have noticed a lot of visually appealing entertainers in the Korean showbiz industry, and most of them started as models then eventually shifted to the acting world.

Indeed, each of these stars has their particular features and unique characteristics, and to add up to their hot and handsome physique, is their glorious height (180cm and above) with a head-turning face! Setting aside their talent in modeling, these celebrities also proved that they could act through their high ratings films and dramas, good reviews as well as numerous casting offers.

Check out our list below and see if your favorite Korean drama actor also once started as a model!

Lee Jong Suk

Lee Jong Suk started his career in the entertainment industry as a model. At the young age of 15, he was tagged as the youngest male model to walk the runway of Seoul Collection fashion show. He started acting in 2010 through the drama "Prosecutor Princess ".

He skyrocketed into fame when he portrayed the character of Go Nam-soon in School 2013. Since then, he became a household name in Korean drama more as more movies and commercial offers came knocking on his door.

After some years, he is in the Korean drama industry, Lee Jong Suk has now named as part of the A-listers, such as Lee Min Ho and Kim Soo Hyun, which symbolizes not only his popularity but also an evidence of his excellent acting skills.

Kim Young Kwang

Kim Young Kwang is notable for his manly physique with his broad shoulders, muscular form, and distinct features. He walked for many high-end international brands like Alexander McQueen, Vivienne Westwood, Etro, and he was also the first Asian to walk for Dior Homme. When it comes to his acting career, you can see a long list of works in his acting portfolio as a second lead. He is often seen portraying the nice sweet guy that usually doesn't get the girl. In one interview, the Korean actor expressed that he always get of the offer to play the "first love" or "the one that got away."

Kim Woo Bin

When he was 20 years old, Kim Woo Bin started his career as a runway model in 2009. He can be seen walking the runway in major events like the Seoul Fashion Week. His interest in acting was first discovered trough his filming of commercials. Then he officially entered the world of acting with his first ever mystery drama "White Christmas" and also a sitcom "Vampire Idol" in 2011. He had his big break came in 2013 when he starred in the star-studded cast of School 2013 and The Heirs.

Hong Jong Hyun

Hong Jong Hyun began his career in the entertainment industry way back 2007, as a professional model. The following year (2008) the model-turned-actor shifted career as a Korean actor and made his debut in the acting world. Hong Jong Hyun was seen in the rom-com drama titled Oh! My Lady (2010) and the sitcom Vampire Idol (2011). Since then he portrayed supporting roles in Jeon Woo-chi (2012) and Dating Agency: Cyrano (2013).

These model-turned-actors have proven their versatile talent, and they do deserve the recognition.