When watching Korean dramas, there are certain characters — such as Han Jipyeong (Kim Seon Ho) in Start-Up — who left an impression on me long after the end credits rolled. These are fictional men whom I’ve felt (and will always feel) protective of and rooted for, thanks to the overflowing mess of emotions they’ve put me through. Some, I’ve wanted as a best friend or an ideal type, while some, I just wanted to give a fluffy, comforting bear hug to.
*Spoiler Alert* In this week’s I’ve watched over 100 K-dramas column, I reveal my 10 cherished male K-drama characters, who have a piece of my heart. These on-screen personas won me over for very contradictory reasons, and it’s their stories I felt deeply invested in. Hint: The list features Hallyu stars like Kim Seon Ho, Ji Chang Wook, Yoo Yeon Seok and more…
I’ve watched over 100 K-dramas, and here are my 10 favourite male characters from binge-worthy Korean dramas — starring Kim Seon Ho, Ji Chang Wook, Yoo Yeon Seok & more1. Han Jipyeong (Kim Seon Ho) in Start-Up
Han Jipyeong from Start-Up is my favourite K-drama character, period! Kim Seon Ho’s acting charisma plays a pivotal role in why so many people, like this writer, are Team Jipyeong, despite the “second lead” tag. Given the “hero” treatment in the first episode, Jipyeong worms his way into everyone’s heart, not just for his silent devotion to Seo Dalmi (Bae Suzy) with his letters and mentorship, but also for his heartwarming bond with Halmeoni (Kim Hye Sook).
2. Kang Taepoong (Lee Junho) in Typhoon Family