10 Must-Watch Kim Soo Hyun Drakor Recommendations, from DREAM HIGH to IT’S OKAY TO NOT BE OKAY

Kapanlagi.com - Written by: My Daughter Aishwarya Ravelia

The handsome 34-year-old actor Kim Soo Hyun is one of the stars in various popular Korean dramas. The quality of his acting in portraying various characters has made his name more well-known. Kim Soo Hyun is also included in the category of the highest-paid actors in South Korea.

It's no wonder that Kim Soo Hyun's old and new drakor recommendations are still being sought after until now. Let's check out the must-watch dramas from Kim Soo Hyun that should be on your watch list!

1. DREAM HIGH

DREAM HIGH (Credit: Korean Broadcasting System (KBS))

DREAM HIGH was released in 2011 and has a musical drama theme. In this drama, Kim Soo Hyun plays Song Sam Dong, a student who wants to become an idol with his five friends at Kirin High School of Art. Song Sam Dong originally lived in the countryside and actually dreamed of becoming a farm owner.

Until finally, when he was at Kirin High School of Art, he fell in love with Go Hye-mi, played by Bae Suzy. Unexpectedly, Song Sam Dong found himself talented in the field of music.

2. KIMCHI CHEESE SMILE

KIMCHI CHEESE SMILE (Credit: Munhwa Broadcasting Corporation (MBC))

KIMCHI CHEESE SMILE is Kim Soo Hyun's debut drama that aired in 2007-2008. Kim Soo Hyun acted alongside several senior Korean actors in the drama series. It tells the story of two families who unite in marriage but have very different backgrounds.

Various conflicts that arise become entertainment for viewers in watching the differences between the two families. And in this drama, we will see young Kim Soo Hyun's entertaining acting.

3. MY LOVE FROM THE STAR

MY LOVE FROM THE STAR (Credit: Seoul Broadcasting System (SBS))

MY LOVE FROM THE STAR is one of the popular dramas that made Kim Soo Hyun's name shine even brighter. His dazzling performance and acting alongside the beautiful actress Jin Ji Hyun attracted viewers to see their chemistry.

Kim Soo Hyun played an alien named Do Min Joon who is 400 years old with an almost perfect appearance and physical abilities beyond ordinary humans. He has the ability of sight, hearing, and speed. Until he meets and helps an artist named Cheon Song Yi and falls in love with her.

4. THE PRODUCERS

THE PRODUCERS (Credit: Chorokbaem Media)

Aired in 2015, Kim Soo Hyun played the role of Baek Seung Chan, a Production Director (PD) character in a reality show called 2 Days 1 Night (2D1N). Kim Soo Hyun acted alongside Gong Hyo Jin and Cha Tae Hyun.

Kim Soo Hyun played Seung Chan who decided to work in the entertainment division at KBS television station. Seung Chan became involved in a love quadrangle when he fell for PD Ye Jin who was actually in love with PD Joon Mo (Cha Tae Hyun). And it turned out that he himself was liked by the famous singer Cindy (IU) who worked with him on a project.

5. ONE ORDINARY DAY

ONE ORDINARY DAY (Credit: Studio M)

ONE ORDINARY DAY is the latest drama starring Kim Soo Hyun in 2021. Kim Soo Hyun played a student named Kim Hyun Soo who was accused of murder overnight. A prosecutor insisted on making him a suspect even though there was still not much evidence.

However, media pressure led to his fate ending up in jail. Until Kim Hyun Soo met lawyer Shin Joong Ha (Cha Seung Won). Although only a third-class lawyer who almost failed the bar exam, Shin Jung Ha was the only one willing to help Kim Hyun Soo.

6. IT'S OKAY TO NOT BE OKAY

IT’S OKAY TO NOT BE OKAY (Credit: Studio Dragon Corporation)

This drama, which aired in 2020, has been well-received by the public and has made Kim Soo Hyun's name more known. The story follows Kim Soo Hyun as Moon Gang Tae, a nurse who works in a psychiatric ward and takes care of his brother, Sang Tae (Oh Jung Se), who has autism.

Then he meets and becomes involved in a complicated romantic story with Go Moon Young (Seo Ye Ji). Moon Young's character is a children's book literature writer who has selfish, arrogant, and rude traits. Moon Gang Tae successfully makes the audience fall in love with his character.

7. JUNGLE FISH (2008)

Speaking of Kim Soo Hyun's drama recommendations, you also have to watch JUNGLE FISH. In this drama, you will witness the struggles of Korean high school students to get into the college they want. Their real difficulties are described in this drama. It also tells about the education system that is formed competitively.

Now, Kim Soo Hyun plays the main character named Han Jae Ta. In addition, you will also see the actions of other actors, such as Park Bo Young, Chansung 2PM, and Seo Hye Jin.

8. WILL IT SNOW FOR CHRISTMAS? (2009)

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There is one more recommendation for Kim Soo Hyun's drama that you must watch. This drama is titled WILL IT SNOW FOR CHRISTMAS?. Kim Soo Hyun plays the role of young Cha Kang Jin. Although his part is not too big, his appearance is enough to satisfy the curiosity about his figure at the beginning of his career.

Cha Kang Jin is the son of a bar servant who has a fairly difficult life. He also once fought with a man with a big nose who bothered his mother. A friend named Han Ji Wan who knew about the situation helped him. Because of a problem, they were eventually separated.

The story continues eight years later when Kang Jin (Go Soo) attends an engagement party. It turns out to be the engagement party of a man with Han Jiwan, his childhood friend. Secretly, Kang Jin who has feelings for the girl feels sad.

9. GIANT (2010)

GIANT is one of Kim Soo Hyun's drama recommendations that you shouldn't miss. This drama tells the story of the revenge of three siblings for their father's death. You will see Kim Soo Hyun's action as young Lee Seong Mo.

Lee Seong Mo is one of the three siblings mentioned above. Kim Soo Hyun's figure will look so charming and dazzling. No wonder this drama at the beginning of his career managed to raise his name slowly.

10. THE MOON EMBRACING THE SUN (2012)

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Next, there is a recommendation for a drakor starring Kim Soo Hyun titled THE MOON EMBRACING THE SUN. In this drama, Kim Soo Hyun acts alongside Han Ga In who plays a fortune teller. Soo Hyun himself plays Lee Hwon, a wise Joseon king. They have known each other since they were teenagers, when Wol was still named Heo Yeon Woo and was still a noble princess.

Actually, Lee Hwon planned to marry Yeon Woo. However, the Queen Mother had arranged for Lee Hwon to marry Yoon Bo Kyung (Kim Min Seo). Due to problems, the married couple had to separate. On the other hand, the Queen Mother ordered the palace shaman to kill Yeon Woo. But it turned out that Yeon Woo was brought back to life, but in a state of amnesia. She lived as a fortune teller named Wol. Well, when Lee Hwon became king, he met Yeon Woo again, who had become Wol.

Well, KLovers, those are some of the must-watch Kim Soo Hyun drakor recommendations.

(kpl/mag)