In the past year, many world class K-dramas and films have been released which were received by the public with much enthusiasm.
Now that the year is almost over, let's look back and check out who among the long list of amazing actors have dominated 2022 with their excellence!
Keep on reading to know more!
Lee Min Ho
Lee Min Ho has transformed into his best acting role yet in the world class series "Pachinko." Since its premiere, the show has received international acclaim and recognition, and even won numerous awards at prestigious award shows.
With his long list of filmography, people wouldn't have ever thought that Lee Min Ho actually auditioned to secure a role. Despite his slew of multiple offers, Lee Min Ho proved he has what it takes to be a top star with "Pachinko."
Hyun Bin
In 2022, Hyun Bin made his much awaited silver screen return with the box office hit film "Confidential Assignment: International," which grossed 57 million USD during its premiere.
Hyun Bin earned high praises for his seamless ability to switch from comical to action thriller works, which is very fulfilling especially in his line of work.
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In particular, Hyun Bin also had everyone wrapped around his fingers as fans wished they could have their own Hyun Bin when he married his beloved partner Son Ye Jin earlier this year.
Lee Joon Gi
Lee Joon Gi returned to the small screen with Kim Ji Eun in the fantasy romantic comedy series "Again My Life" where he portrayed the role of a prosecutor who was killed during an on-going investigation.
Although he and the production unit didn't expect a lot from the work, "Again My Life" enjoyed significantly high ratings, and even concluded with an average rating of 9.2%, proving its syndrome-level success.
So Ji Sub
Last but definitely not the least, So Ji Sub also has been very active in the limelight in both the big and small screens.
He returned earlier this year with his medical legal series "Doctor Lawyer" where he appeared opposite Im Soo Hyang. The two actors' chemistry received critical acclaim.
Fans even claimed that the performances of the actors were flawless. So Ji Sub then starred in the historical fantasy film "Alien" with equally big names like Kim Woo Bin, Ryu Jun Yeol and Kim Tae Ri.
The movie was compared to the scrumptious Chinese cuisine "hot pot" due to its diverse elements, combination of Western and Eastern fantasy as well as South Korean myth and legends.
"Alien" did amazing in the blockbuster that has been green-lit for a new installment, which is the Part 2.
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Who among the quartet do you think dominated the year? Tell us what you think in the comments below!
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Written by Elijah Mully.
