Kim Soo Hyun started acting because his mom thought it would help him come out of his shell. Turns out, he’s really good at it! Who knew, this timid boy would blossom into a shining star!
Now, as a nominee for Best Actor at the prestigious Baeksang Arts Awards, Kim Soo Hyun’s talent shines bright in a variety of roles, from portraying an Alien to embodying a Joseon King. These must-watch dramas showcase his incredible versatility and acting prowess.
Kimchi Cheese Smile (2007-2008)
“Kimchi Cheese Smile” will tell the sitcom story of two completely different families who are set to become in-laws. One is a traditional and conservative family just like Kimchi, led by Shin Goo. The other is Sunwoo Eun Sook’s affluent and fashionable family just like Cheese. Highlighting their differing social classes and beliefs, the sitcom chronicles the experiences of these two families as they navigate through different life events.
Kim Soo Hyun plays the role of a college junior who is also a swimmer. “Kimchi Cheese Smile” is Kim Soo Hyun’s debut drama.
Dream High (2011)
“Dream High” is a musical drama that tells the story of 6 high school students, each having their personalities and struggles. They dream to become K-pop idols and take the admission in Kirin High School, a school that helps students to become K-pop idols. But all of them are put under poor sections and teachers. However, they learn throughout very well and strengthen their skills. They overcome their weaknesses despite their circumstances.
Kim Soo Hyun plays the role of a country boy Sam Dong, in the drama. He is a music prodigy with a rare disease.
Moon Embracing the Sun (2012)
“Moon Embracing The Sun” tells a poignant love story between a palace shaman Wol and the King Lee Hwon. During his teenage years prince Lee Hwon falls in love with Yeon Woo. They were both even engaged to be married, but the palace ministers played cruel and planned to kill her. Everyone assumed she was dead, but Yeon Woo was saved by a shaman. However, she now doesn’t remember her past. Eight years later, she returns as Shaman Wol in the palace. Lee Hwon who still can’t forget Yeon Woo, gets shocked by Wol’s resemblance to her. He starts investigating the secret behind Yeon Woo’s death. Meanwhile, Wol’s memories slowly comes back.
Here Kim Soo Hyun is playing King Lee Hwon.
My Love From Stars (2013-2014)
“My Love from the Star” tells the love story of an alien Do Min Joon (Kim Soo Hyun) who is stranded on Earth since Joseon Dynasty. He also has special powers, which he hides from human beings. In the modern world, he is living as a college professor. His time on Earth is almost about to be completed that he falls in love with his new neighbour. She is Korea’s top star Cheon Song Yi (Jun Ji Hyun). Both are completely opposite in personalities. Cheon Song Yi is crazy and outspoken, while Do Min Joon is quiet and calm.
The Producers
The series follows a team of young television producers, including Ra Joon Mo, Baek Seung Chan, and Tak Ye Jin, along with K-pop star Cindy, as they navigate the demanding world of the entertainment division in a major broadcasting network. From working tirelessly day and night to facing intense pressure, there is also some behind-the-scenes drama that even includes romance, as these individuals strive to create television magic.
Here Kim Soo Hyun plays the role of a prosecutor who joins the broadcasting network to get closer to his crush.
Watch On: AppleTV, WeTV, Viki, Netflix
It’s Okay to Not Be Okay (2020)
“It’s Okay To Not Be Okay” tells a love story between a community health worker Moon Kang Tae (Kim Soo Hyun) and a children’s story book writer Go Moon Young (Seo Ye Ji). Moon Kang Tae is a community health worker at a psychiatric ward who cares for his autistic brother and doesn’t have time for love. While working in the hospital he meets writer Go Moon Young who has antisocial personality disorder and doesn’t know what love is. They discover that they have some past connection that leads them together. Both have a dark past but they find their true selves by healing each other’s emotional wounds while ending up falling in love.
Watch On: Netflix
One Ordinary Day (2021)
“One Ordinary Day” tells the story of a college student Kim Hyun Soo (Kim Soo Hyun) whose normal life turns upside down when he becomes the prime suspect of a woman’s murder. This happens after Kim Hyun Soo spends the night with a young woman. Next day, when he wakes up, he sees her stabbed to death on her bed. A third rate lawyer, Shin Joong Won decides to help Kim Hyun Soo. But he barely passed his law exam. Here starts their rough journey when they face the absurdity of Criminal Justice System.
Queen of Tears (2024)
“Queen of Tears” Korean drama tells the love story of the married couple Baek Hyun Woo and Hong Hae In who stayed strong during the tough times, as they encounter crisis during their third year of marriage. Baek Hyun Woo (Kim Soo Hyun) is the legal director for conglomerate Queens Group. He belongs to Yongdu-ri village, where he remains the most successful man. He is handsome and humble by nature. His wife Hong Hae In (Kim Ji Won) is the daughter of the family that owns and operates the Queens Group. She is popular by the name “Arrogant Queen” at the Queens Department Store, as she refuses bows down to anyone.
Watch On: Netflix