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Kim Soo-hyun is regarded as one of the highest-paid actors in South Korea as of 2020, according to Cosmopolitan. He went on to emerge as the Hallyu star after featuring in hit dramas, including My Love from the Star, Dream High, The Producers, Moon Embracing the Sun, and other shows.
Due to his versatility and diverse acting range, the actor has bagged the prestigious Baeksang Arts Awards five times, cementing his status as one of the most loved actors, both internationally and domestically.
Kim Soo-hyun made his acting debut with the family sitcom Kimchi Cheese Smile and has appeared on the Forbes Korea Power Celebrity 40 list from 2012 to 2016 and 2021 and 2022, respectively.
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5 K-dramas starring Kim Soo-hyun as a perfect romantic lead: Queen of Tears, The Producers, My Lover from the Star & others
1) Queen of Tears
Where to watch: Netflix and TVING
Queen of Tears follows the challenges faced by a married couple who go through trials and tribulations to rekindle their faded love. Baek Hyun-woo hails from a remote village, Yongdu-ri, and has risen to the position of legal director despite his humble background. He marries third-generation chaebol heiress Hong Hae-in of Queens Group.
Kim Soo-hyun chronicles the character of a loving and caring husband, Baek Hyun-woo. As his wife, Hong Hae-in (played by Kim Ji-won), has three months to live due to a rare condition, he puts all his effort into finding the cure for the disease and helps Hae-in's family get their property back. Through the portrayal of Hyun-woo, he flaunted himself as the perfect husband material, moving viewers to tears whenever he broke down in front of Hae-in.
2) The Producers
Where to watch: WeTv, Netflix, Viki, and Kocowa
The comedy and drama series The Producers revolves around the center of Yeouido, located in the KBS building. The sixth floor of the building has been divided into different departments where employees work, having occupied and hectic schedules involving post-production work, including filming, meetings, and editing.
Kim Soo-hyun breathes life into the character of Baek Seung-chan. Seung-chan decides to work at KBS entertainment division because of his secret crush on an employee at the television network station. Through his character, Kim Soo-hyun showcases how far he can go for love, proving himself as the perfect romantic lead.
3) My Love from the Star
Where to watch: Rakuen Viki, Netflix and Kocowa
My Love from the Star depicts the story of an alien, Do Min-joon, who arrives on Earth during the Joseon Dynasty period and learns the ways of human beings. As time passes and Min-joon finds that he only has three months left on the planet, he encounters the biggest Hallyu star in South Korea, Song-yi. The duo eventually develops feelings for each other as they face trials and tribulations.
Kim Soo-hyun charms viewers through the portrayal of his reserved and introverted alien character, Do Min-joon, who only shows his romantic side to the women he loves. Throughout the series, he proves himself a perfect romantic lead by protecting, safeguarding, and appreciating Song-yi's eccentric personality.
4) Moon Embracing the Sun
Where to watch: Netflix, WeTv, Apple TV, Viki, iflix and Kocowa
The period and romance drama Moon Embracing the Sun depicts the love story between King Lee-hwon and Heo Yeon-woo. Yeon-woo is named the crown princess and eventually falls for Crown Prince Lee-hwon. However, Yeon-woo is later executed and murdered on the orders of the Dowager Queen. Fortunately, Yeon-woo is resurrected from her grave, but she has lost her memories and continues to live as a Shaman named Wol.
Eight years pass, and Yeon-woo encounters Crown Prince Lee-hwon again, who remains single after her untimely demise. As the two meet again, Lee-hwon begins investigating the death of Yeon-woo, and they fall for each other again.
Kim Soo-hyun chronicles the character of Crown Prince Lee-hwon in the series, who remains faithful to his first love, Yeon-woo, even after her untimely demise. Despite dirty politics and power struggles prevailing in the palace, Lee-hwon decides to stay with Yeon-woo through thick and thin. The actor has showcased his perfect romantic side through multiple heart-fluttering, heartbreaking, longing moments an individual experiences when they are in love.
5) It's Okay to Not be Okay
The psychological and romance drama It's Okay to Not Be Okay delves into the love story between a man working at a psychiatric ward and a female writer with antisocial personality disorder. While the man looks after his autistic older brother, the female writer has made a name for herself as a children's book writer.
Kim Soo-hyun portrays the character of psychiatric ward caregiver Moon Gang-tae, who is passionate, empathetic, and has a soft corner for everyone. Through his portrayal of Moon Gang-tae, he comforts and helps his romantic interest, Ko Moon-young (played by Seo Ye-ji), overcome her past traumas.
The actor has proved how a perfect romantic lead can help their significant other psychologically and heal them by teaching comforting acts such as Butterfly Hug.
Kim Soo-hyun has reportedly been confirmed for the upcoming series Knock off seasons one and two.
