Wavve, one of the largest OTT, categorized these award-winning actors Lee Je Hoon, Namgoong Min, and more as these captivating types of K-drama heroes.
The Korean streaming platform recognized top-tier 2021 series "Taxi Driver," "One The Woman," "Youth of May," "Police University," "The Veil," "Uncle," "Bossam: Steal the Fate," "Moonshine," "Show Window: The Queen's House" and "Tracer" as some of the successful Korean dramas that consistently garner viewers from the beginning of 2022.
But among these Korean dramas, "Taxi Driver," "One The Woman," "The Veil," new drama "Tracer," and more are praised for having bold and fierce protagonists.
From Lee Honey to Namgoong Min and more, check out these protagonists who captivated the viewers with their heroic types and aspects.
Intelligent Heroes - Lee Honey & Im Siwan
When talking about whip-smart heroes, Lee Honey and Im Siwan are on top of the list.
The beauty queen turned actress played as Jo Yeon Joo, a prosecutor in the SBS action-legal series "One The Woman."
Im Siwan, on the other hand, currently portrays Hwang Dong Ju, a former CPA who becomes the team leader of Taxation Division 5 at the National Tax Service.
Their special ability is their intelligence. The two show their characters as heroes who are not inferior to anyone, and they use their knowledge and logical skills to fight against foes.
Apart from it, their character also has similar dark stories related to their father, which adds tension to the drama and gives viewers curiosity on what to look forward to in the drama.
Action Heroes - Lee Je Hoon & Namgoong Min
Action heroes are becoming more prominent in Korean dramas. This hero type is the one who gives thrill and showcases their physical strength to make their role realistic.
Award-winning actors Lee Je Hoon and Namgoong Min received recognition for their outstanding portrayals in "Taxi Driver" and "The Veil," respectively.
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They went beyond measures and wowed the audience with their performances. Apart from delivering their lines, they also went physical training to prepare their overall strength in fight scenes.
Lee Je Hoon and Namgoong Min are named as the new faces of action heroes. They punish evil with their outstanding combat power and give catharsis to viewers who enjoy their drama in the comfort of their homes.
Lee Je Hoon is Kim Do Ki in SBS drama "Taxi Driver," a former officer of the Special Forces Command in the Republic of Korea.
Meanwhile, Namgoong Min's character Han Ji Hyuk, the best field agent of the NIS (National Intelligence Service).
Both of them showed tremendous action skills, such as body combat, car pursuit, wall riding, and excellent shooting skills, which increased the viewers' immersion in the show.
Like most heroes, they also had trauma. Kim Do Ki is traumatized by the death of his mother, murdered by a serial killer. Han Ji Hyuk is traumatized by his father's and a close colleague's demise.
As a result, they took the matter in their own hands and took revenge on the perpetrators of the crime.
The unpredictable story that takes place in the process of their revenge stimulated viewers' curiosity and gained high popularity.
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Written by Shai Collins.
