Drama Synopsis

Some Korean actors have become famous, not just in Korea but all over the world. These stars have changed what it means to be famous and are setting new records in show business. Let's check out the lives and work of the top 3 Korean actors who have made a big impact on TV and movies.

1. Lee Min-ho: The Guy Everyone Knows

Born: June 22, 1987

Lee Min-ho's rise to fame shows how hard work and skill pay off. He almost couldn't start his job because of a bad car crash, but he didn't give up. The TV show "Boys Over Flowers" in 2009 was his big break. This made him famous all over Asia. But it was "The Heirs" in 2013 that made him a big deal worldwide. This story proves that if you keep trying, you can make it big even when things look bad at first.

Lee has a huge impact on Korean entertainment. He's led the Hallyu wave becoming one of the first Korean actors to get popular across Asia and other places. His parts in "The King: Eternal Monarch" (2020) and "Pachinko" (2022) show how he's grown as an actor taking on tricky characters with lots of layers.

Even though he's famous, Lee stays down-to-earth helping out with good causes through his donation platform PROMIZ. He can do big blockbusters and get praise from critics too making him a real big shot in Korean entertainment.

2. Song Joong-ki: The Jack-of-All-Trades Superstar

Born: September 19, 1985

Song Joong-ki's path to stardom shows how adaptable he is. He first caught everyone's eye in "Sungkyunkwan Scandal" (2010), a show set in the past. But it was "Descendants of the Sun" (2016) that made him a big deal worldwide. This role had a huge impact on his career.

What makes Song stand out is how good he is on both TV and in movies. He proved he could handle different types of roles in "A Werewolf Boy" (2012), a movie critics loved. Then, in "Space Sweepers" (2021), he showed he fits right in with big, out-there sci-fi stories too. This space movie let him show off his star power in a whole new way.

Song's personal life his marriage and split from actress Song Hye-kyo, has grabbed a lot of attention from the press. Still, he's kept it together at work and continues to give strong performances, like in the popular show "Vincenzo" (2021).

3. Gong Yoo: The Cool Trendsetter

Born: July 10, 1979

Gong Yoo's career mixes big hits with quality acting. He first got noticed in the rom-com "Coffee Prince" (2007), but his main part in the zombie movie "Train to Busan" (2016) made him famous worldwide.

Gong's knack for picking different and tough roles has made him stand out. He's given unforgettable performances in films like the emotional "Silenced" (2011) and the hit fantasy show "Guardian: The Lonely and Great God" (2016-2017).

Gong Yoo is known to keep to himself and live a simple life, which has helped him keep an air of mystery throughout his career. Even though he's pretty private, his charm on screen and obvious talent have won over viewers all over the world. With each new job, Gong keeps pushing himself and trying new things, which has made him one of the most respected and in-demand actors in the business.