As Korean drama fans, there are genres that we usually love to watch, may it be romantic, thriller, horror, comedies and the list just goes on. However, most of us don't mind the theme of the drama as long as our favorite actor stars in it.
Be it in historical or modern drama, these stars are all acknowledged as a good actors since they possess the ability to naturally act in any character they are given. We know that it's hard enough keeping track of your own nation's history, let alone Korea's! But don't worry, cause your favorite Korean actor will make you hooked into it, and they will offer the same swoons and thrills as modern shows!
Here are 5 Korean actors who portrayed a character both in historical and modern drama. Take a look at their visuals and compare which one you like the most!
Hyun Bin (King Jeongjo) in The Fatal Encounter
In this film, Hyun Bin portrays the character of King Jeongjo who was the 22nd ruler of the Joseon Dynasty. He was given the nickname of "King of Misfortune."
Hyun Bin (Captain Ri) in Crash Landing on You
In this modern drama Crash Landing on You, Hyun Bin portrays the character of Captain Ri Jeong Hyeok. He is a North Korean Soldier who fell in love with a South Korean heiress
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Lee Joon Gi (4th Prince Wang So) in Moon Lovers: Scarlet Heart Ryeo
Lee Joon Gi as 4th Prince Wang So is firstly known as the wicked and aloof one among the princes. Many people fear his presence and often misunderstood by the people who surround him. He is actually a kindhearted man with a rough past and his coldness was a front to hide his pain.
Lee Joon Gi (Baek Hee-Sung) in Flower of Evil
In the current airing drama Flower of Evil, Lee Joon Gi portrays the character of a committed husband and father named Baek Hee Sung. However, he has a deep hidden secret and deceives his wife completely. Slowly, his secret is being discovered by his wife and learns of his deception and chases his past.
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Kim Soo Hyun (King Lee Hwon) in Moon Embracing The Sun
Kim Soo Hyun portrayed the character of King Lee Hwon in the sageuk drama Moon Embracing The Sun. Due to the news that his first love Yeon Woo had died, he became devastated and never opened his heart to anyone anymore. This was actually Kim Soo Hyun's first historical drama and many were impressed by his performance.
Kim Soo Hyun (Moon Gang Tae) in It's Okay To Not Be Okay
In the recently-concluded drama, Hallyu star Kim Soo Hyun portrays the character Moon Gang Tae who is a community health worker at a psychiatric ward. He is so busy with taking care of his brother who is special and doesn't have time for love.
Lee Min Ho as (General Choi Young) in Faith
This drama is set in the mid-1300s, approximately 1352 where handsome actor Lee Min Ho plays the character of General Choi Young. He is the bodyguard to King Gongmin of the Goryeo Dynasty.
Lee Min Ho (Emperor Lee Gon) in The King: Eternal Monarch
In Lee Min Ho's comeback drama The King: Eternal Monarch, he portrays the character of a modern-day Emperor of the Kingdom of Corea who was able to a barrier that he can cross to another alternate universe where he meets the love of his life.
Ji Chang Wook (Emperor Ta Hwan) in Empress Ki
In the historical drama Empress Ki, Ji Chang Wook plays the character of Emperor Ta Hwan Emperor of Mongol Empire who falls in love and marries the Goryeo-born commoner Ki Seung Nyang. The drama will highlight the deep unending love of Emperor Ta Hwan to Lady Ki.
Ji Chang Wook (Choi Dae Hyun) in Backstreet Rookie
In this romantic comedy drama, Ji Chang Wook plays the character of a A 29-year-old convenience store manager with a very manly appearance that catches every girls attention. He is a clumsy man but in a funny way. Choi Dae Hyun has a cold appearance but deep inside he is kind. He easily sympathizes with others due to this, he would often get involved with someone else's situation.
