In each drama, our love and hate relationship with the ahjussis depends on their character. Sometimes we cheer for them, while other times we want them dead – pronto! Here are our favorite ahjussis; let us know which of their characters charmed you! ..
Jo Han Chul
Jo Han Chul is an actor who has been in the industry since the early 2000s. He is most likely to play a decent guy who is good but seems to get in his way most of the time. He will probably appear to be the tortured guy who likes to give long speeches about why and how his life sucks. His most recent roles include The Law Café (2022), Jirisan (2021), and Hometown Cha-Cha-Cha (2021). ..
Yoo Jae Myung
He is a highly talented veteran who has appeared in many successful television series. He won the best supporting actor award for his role in the 2018 television series Life. He also appeared as the lead actress’s father in Vincenzo (2021).
He is known for his roles in Itaewon class (2020), Confession (2019), Hometown (2021), Prison Playbook (2017), and The Good Wife (2016).
Chun Ho Jin
Chun Ho Jin is a household name in Korean dramas. He is often cast as the villain antagonist, a headache to the protagonists and tough to get rid of. It is an extra treat for the audience when he plays a good guy. He is best known for his roles in Once again (2020), My Golden Life (2017), The Road: The Tragedy of One (2021), and Beyond Evil (2021). ..
Kim Kwang-Gyu
Kim Kwang-Gyu is an versatile actor who often plays the goofy and fun character that appears dumb. He often sides with the protagonists and is the best at panicky scenes. His presence in a film spells comedic scenes. Among others, he’s appeared in A Business Proposal (2022), Keu Keu Island’s Secret (2008), Lovers of the Red Sky (2021), and Pinocchio (2014).
Choi Won Young
Choi Won Young has been in a number of successful series since his debut in the early 2000s. He is seen in series such as Under the Queens Umbrella (2022), The Golden Spoon (2022), My Dangerous wife (2020), Mystic Pop-Up Bar (2020), Doctor Prisoner (2019), among others.
Sung Dong Il
Dong Il is an actor who is known for his versatile and memorable roles. He has played characters that are easily irritable and loud, as well as those that make you cry. Dong Il has appeared in several television series, including Hwarang (2016), Prison Playbook (2017), Miss Hammurabi (2018), The Cursed (2020), Jirisan (2021), and the Reply Series (2012-2016). ..
Kim Won-Hae
He has been in the industry for more than two decades and has a natural comedic talent and a flamboyance around him, enabling him to take up the most unconventional roles and excel in bringing them to life. His versatility allows him to excel in both humorous and serious roles.
He has starred in a variety of iconic roles, including Strong Woman Do Bong Soon (2017), While You Were Sleeping (2017), The Ghost Detective (2018), Are You Human (2018), On the Woman (2021), Confidential Assignment 2: International (2022), and Forbidden Dream (2019).
Jo Hee-bong
In 1997, Hee-bong started his career in the entertainment industry as a prison inmate. He has since played various roles, including a company executive, state councilor, detective, brother-in-law, office worker, manager, restaurant owner, and father.
He is a detective who appears in various television shows and movies.
Ahn Kil-Kang
He is an excellent actor, able to play any role well. He has had an impressive career in the movie industry since his debut in the 1997 Movie Trio. He can be humorous and crack the viewers up, or serious and make them dread his next actions, depending on the role he is playing. ..
In the 2020 series, he also plays the role of the caring and loving father like in the 2020 series Into The Ring, and sometimes he is the warm grandfather and husband like in Tale of the Nine-Tailed.
He has starred in various roles, including Sell Your Haunted House (2021), Queen of Seondeok (2009), Bad Thief, Good Thief (2017), Children of a Lesser God, and Weightlifting Fairy Kim Bok Joo (2016).
Im Won-hee
Im Won-hee has become an iconic and versatile actor, appearing in various roles highlighting his adaptability and flexibility. His most iconic role was in the 2000 film Dachimawa Lee, where he played the lead role. He also appeared in the 2007 film Le Grand Chef, and the 2004 film Three… Extremes.
He has starred in dramas such as Moonshine (2021), Move to Heaven (2021), Dr Romantic (2016), Strong Woman Do Bong Soon (2017), Melting Me Softly (2019), and Dark Hole (2021). ..
So, here are our favourite Ahjussis in Korean dramas! Which ones are your favourites? Let us know in the comments below. ..
