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One of the most important qualities of a top actor is versatility. The ability to transform into a myriad of characters – the more the merrier is what sets them apart. Fortunately, the Korean entertainment industry is full of talented acting geniuses who have proven their mettle and range through different types of work in diverse genres.
Here are 5 Korean actors (including men and women) who we think can perfectly create a warm and endearing image as well as a cold and aloof image with ease!
Note: This list is not ranked, but we are opening a poll at the end of the article where you can vote for your favorite! Voting will not close, so no result articles will be published.
What valid list of versatile actors doesn’t start with Lee Minho? It certainly isn’t ours. The epitome of talent, hard work, and sincerity, Lee Min Ho is a Hallyu representative star for a reason. This global icon single-handedly gave us the most dreamy lover boys on the one hand, outstanding fighters on the other, and in a league of its own is his performance as Koh HanSu in “Pachinko”. At this point, Lee Minho is the definition of versatility.
One of the finest actors our generation has to offer, Yim SiWan is simply a class apart. With every project he takes on, SiWan ensures a global impact, and his filmography is the perfect example of the height of versatility. From playing psychopathic villains in “Declaration of Emergency” and “Unlocked” to the most endearing comfort character in “Summer Strike” and “Run On”, to name a few, SiWan continues to deliver the utmost quality of work. We can’t wait to see what he has in store for us next.
An actress who has shown us more sides of herself than we could ever imagine, Suzy is as multifaceted as an artist can be. She is constantly challenging herself with the most revolutionary roles that are not only memorable but also critically acclaimed. She empowered us as the fierce and fearless Go HaeRi in “Vagabond”, comforted us with the warmth of Seo DalMi in “Start-Up” and gave us goosebumps with Lee YuMi in “Anna”. Today, Suzy is one of the most famous actresses in the world and we are beyond excited to see how “Doona!” will delight us to follow.
Rising to the top at lightning speed, Lee Jaewook is a force to be reckoned with. Although he has consolidated his position on this list by virtue of his performance as Jang Uk in just “Alchemy of Souls”, his entire filmography continues to add to his versatility. The man is the poster child for duality, with dramas like “Extraordinary You” where he plays an aloof but secretly mellow young man and “When the Weather Is Fine” where he’s the loveliest boyfriend through and through. We already know that 2023 will be a great year for Lee JaeWook.
The Queen is here! Who better to round out this list than the best of the best, Song HyeKyo? Dominating the industry for decades, Song HyeKyo’s grace is unchanging. Even the dictionary would have to refer to Song HyeKyo to define “range”. The same woman who gave us fairytale romance in “Full House” also brought us a moving love story in “Descendants of the Sun” and is now revenge personified in “The Glory.” We will never stop admiring Song HyeKyo’s greatness.
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