Are you ready to see life imitate art? There are many actors who qualify as beautiful boys in K-dramas, but they aren’t always given the opportunity to play handsome characters. Stars like Cha Eun Woo, Rowoon, and Park Bo Gum are some of the lucky few who have been able to portray roles that also mirror their own appearance. Here are the stars who have similarities with their gorgeous characters.

“True Beauty” – Cha Eun Woo

Webtoons come to life when this beautiful actor takes over! “True Beauty” and “My ID Is Gangnam Beauty” were both based on popular webtoons, and Cha Eun Woo played the leading roles of high school student Lee Su Ho and college student Do Kyung Suk, respectively. Both characters are gorgeous, intelligent, and reserved. Cha Eun Woo mirrors most of those things in his private life as well. Besides being gorgeous, he proves his intelligence through his expert career choices in acting and music. He is loved for his stunning appearance in the boy band ASTRO, and fans continue to swoon during his K-drama appearances. Cha Eun Woo is a jewel in the industry!

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“Extraordinary You” – Rowoon

This SF9 member steals hearts with every project that he accepts! His breakout role in “Extraordinary You” secured his leading man status for any television show or movie to come. In the series, Rowoon portrays a high school student named Ha Roo who is both sweet and handsome, making a quick evolution from his first appearance in the series as Student No. 13. Ha Roo makes his leading lady’s heart race, and you have to agree that Rowoon has the same effect on those crushing on him with his stunning looks and great personality.

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“Live On” – Hwang Minhyun

Hwang Minhyun is a former member of the boy band NU’EST, and he took on the role of the cute Go Eun Taek in “Live On.” High school student Go Eun Tak is a perfectionist, conscientious, and is the very cute head of the broadcasting department. Being a longtime singer and actor, Hwang Minhyun probably pays close attention to detail, but it is difficult to be as far of a perfectionist as Go Eun Tak. Nonetheless, fans have to agree that Hwang Minhyun shares the leading man’s good looks. Go Eun Taek is written to be attractive, and Hwang Minhyun doesn’t let anyone down. His careers in music and acting help him excel in the broadcasting field in real life. There is no one else who could have fit the role better than him!

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“More Than Friends” – Ong Seong Wu

Singer and actor Ong Seong Wu is amazing. He initially took on the world as a member of Wanna One, and now he continues to dazzle us as an actor. In “More Than Friends,” Ong Seong Wu portrays a handsome character named Lee Soo. His character was a popular guy in high school because of his good looks, and he harbors a longtime crush on a childhood friend. He even grows up to be a photographer. Ong Seong Wu seems like a loyal type of guy and also showed off his real life photography talent in “Traveler 2.” It’s no surprise that he perfectly fits his “More Than Friends” character!

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“Do You Like Brahms?” – Kim Min Jae

This beautiful actor with a deep voice is Kim Min Jae! In the “Do You Like Brahms?” series, he plays the handsome pianist Joon Young who is dealing with a complicated romance with an old friend. Kim Min Jae shares his character’s love of music through his rapping and dancing skills. And of course, Kim Min Jae and Joon Young are both beautiful. Fans love Kim Min Jae for his beauty and talents, while the leading lady in “Do You Like Brahms?” was drawn in by his soothing classical music skills and striking appearance. Kim Min Jae is impressive!

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“Reply 1988” – Park Bo Gum

The prince of K-dramas played a more subdued role in “Reply 1988.” His character was Choi Taek, a guy who is completely unaware of his attractive appearance. As the quietest heartthrob on this list, Park Bo Gum’s character in the drama is an expert Go player. Choi Taek has both brains and beauty! Park Bo Gum also diligently studied musical theater at Myongji University and graduated in 2018. He is a powerful force in the entertainment industry with his long line of K-dramas and films! No one was more qualified to play Choi Taek than Park Bo Gum.

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Hey Soompiers, are there any beautiful boys you would add to this list? And who is your favorite K-drama actor? Let us know your thoughts in the comments below!

KMoody is a Soompi writer who is a longtime Korean drama fan. Her favorite dramas include “Boys Over Flowers,” “Dream High,” and “Love Alarm”! For more information about her personal and professional writing journey, follow her on Instagram at BTSCelebs.