We're almost at the dawn of 2024, and with the new year will come a whole host of new upcoming K-Dramas by talented Korean actors to keep us entertained. From titles that we have been anticipating for quite a while now to screen couples we cannot wait to see, webtoon-based K-Dramas, and more - the 2024 K-Drama calendar is exciting, to say the least.
With that said, here are the top Korean actors who we are predicting will dominate 2024 with their upcoming K-Dramas.
1. Park JiHoon - "Love Song For Illusion" & "Weak Hero Class 2"
Park JiHoon is coming back with two of the most highly awaited 2024 K-Dramas - "Love Song For Illusion" and "Weak Hero Class 2". Both are webtoon-based K-Dramas, reaffirming Park JiHoon's reputation as the King of webtoon adaptations. While the former is a fantasy romance K-Drama, the latter is action, proving Park JiHoon's excellent versatility.
"Love Song For Illusion" - Jan 2
"Weak Hero Class 2" - 2024 ~ Upcoming
2. Park HyungSik & Park ShinHye - "Doctor Slump"
Park HyungSik and Park ShinHye's "Doctor Slump" has been one of the most buzz-worthy upcoming K-Dramas for a while now. Recently, it was announced that the K-Drama would be available for streaming on Netflix. The two lead actors previously worked together in "The Heirs", so fans are excited to see their new dynamic in this medical drama.
"Doctor Slump" - Jan 27
3. Kim SooHyun & Kim JiWon - "Queen Of Tears"
Fans of actors Kim SooHyun and Kim JiWon have been eagerly waiting for their K-Drama "Queen Of Tears". As behind-the-scenes pictures were released, expectations rose even further. The actors are set to play a married couple who get through a crisis like a miracle, so their chemistry is definitely worth looking forward to.
"Queen Of Tears" - March 2024
4. IU & Park BoGum - "You Have Done Well"
When K-Pop and K-Drama fans learned about this casting, we all collectively celebrated. We're certain that this soft romance K-Drama starring two of the most beloved and endearing Korean actors will be perfectly healing for the soul. With their shining visuals, IU and Park BoGum will surely light up our screens and our hearts.
"You Have Done Well" - 2024 ~ Upcoming
5. Lee MinHo & Gong HyoJin - "When The Stars Gossip"
Hallyu top stars Lee MinHo and Gong HyoJin have been teasing fans with their upcoming K-Drama "When The Stars Gossip" since 2023 and the pre-released stills are raising our curiosity even more. After much anticipation, we're finally going to get this space rom-com in 2024. Both actors are the best of the best in the industry and in this genre, so we cannot wait to see what they have in store.
"When The Stars Gossip" - 2024 ~ Upcoming
6. Lee SooHyuk - "S Line" & "Queen Woo"
Lee SooHyuk is putting his brilliant versatility on full display in 2024. On the one hand, he is taking on the webtoon-based fantasy thriller K-Drama "S Line" and on the other, he is starring in the historical drama "Queen Woo", filled with royal intrigue. Both K-Dramas have unique plots and global fans are enthusiastic to see a new side of Lee SooHyuk with each.
"S Line" - 2024 ~ First half
"Queen Woo" - 2024 ~ Upcoming
7. Lee JaeWook - "Royal Roader" & "Hong Rang"
Lee JaeWook's meteoric rise to global fame is well-deserved, to say the least, and in 2024, he is ready to keep the momentum going with two fantastic upcoming K-Dramas. These are "Royal Roader" and "Hong Rang". "Royal Roader" is a kingmaker thriller and will be on Disney+, while "Hong Rang" is a historical mystery romance set to stream on Netflix. Lee JaeWook plays the leading role in both dramas.
"Royal Roader" - 2024 ~ Upcoming
"Hong Rang" - 2024 ~ Upcoming
8. Lee JunYoung - "Royal Roader", "Weak Hero Class 2", "I Openly Dream of Cinderella", "You Have Done Well"
Finally, the most booked and busy actor on this list for 2024 is Lee JunYoung. Widely recognized as one of the most outstanding rising actors in the Korean entertainment industry, Lee JunYoung has four confirmed projects coming up. Fans are incredibly excited about the diversity of genres in this K-Drama lineup and are hoping for even more additions to the list.
"I Openly Dream of Cinderella" - 2024 ~ Upcoming
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