7 Bad Boy Characters in Korean Dramas That Steal Attention and Loved by Fans, From Song Kang to Kim Bum

Portraying a character named Park Jae Eon, Song Kang has to become a bad boy in the drama NEVERTHELESS. He is an art student who doesn't want to be tied down by commitments but likes to charm women. He successfully catches the attention of Yu Na Bi (Han Seo Hee), a cynical and serious girl when it comes to love. Park Jae Eon's sweet actions always manage to make Na Bi flustered and more curious.

In the drama VINCENZO, Song Joong Ki portrays the character Vincenzo Cassano, a clever mafia consigliere who easily outwits his enemies and disregards rules. He is always one step ahead of his opponents and a skilled marksman in self-defense. Despite appearing ruthless, Vincenzo has his own moral code and only targets those who deserve punishment. In addition to his mafia side, Vincenzo has an elegant fashion sense and knows the right way to win the hearts of those around him. Vincenzo's role as a dark hero always makes fans want to relive his great actions and also laugh out loud.

Who would have thought that Hwang In Yeop's role as the bad boy named Han Seo Jun in the drama TRUE BEAUTY would make him instantly popular and loved until now? As the second lead, Han Seo Jun portrayed his character very well, even able to rival the charm of the main star, Cha Eun Woo. Fans even showed their support for 'Team Seo Jun' because they believed he was more deserving of winning Jukyung's (Moon Ga Young) heart.

Starring in the drama adaptation of the comic titled EXTRAORDINARY YOU, Lee Jae Wook played the character of the bad boy named Baek Gyeong. Although he may seem rough and arrogant, he actually has many problems. Unable to defy his cruel father, Baek Gyeong is forced to marry Eun Dan Oh (Kim Hye Yoon) for the benefit of his father's business. In the comic, Baek Gyeong has to act cold and indifferent towards Dan Oh. However, once he realizes that he exists in the comic book, Baek Gyeong regrets his actions and opens his heart to Dan Oh.

After being absent from the Korean entertainment industry for a long time, Kim Bum made a comeback in the drama TALE OF THE NINE TAILED and played the character of a bad boy named Lee Rang, a half-fox human with a rebellious spirit and harbors a grudge against his brother (Lee Dong Wook). His annoying and hateful nature may initially frustrate viewers. However, behind all of his characteristics and cunning plans to destroy his brother, he is just a man who wants to be acknowledged as family. It is no wonder that the audience's emotions become mixed when following this complex character of Lee Rang.

The handsome actor Yoo Yon Seok also managed to capture attention with his character as Gu Dong Mae in the drama MR. SUNSHINE. Born into a low-caste family, he suffers from discrimination and flees to Japan after the death of his parents. Upon returning to Korea, he transforms into a ruthless killer who despises the social hierarchy system of Joseon.

Last but not least, there is also Kwon Si Hyeon in TEMPTED played by Woo Do Hwan. This conglomerate heir is the type who likes to cause trouble and make bets to seduce Eun Tae Hee (Joy Red Velvet). However, in the end, he truly falls in love and deviates from his initial plan. Feeling the sincere love from Eun Tae Hee, Si Hyeon slowly starts to leave behind his bad boy persona and tries to maintain his love. Sweet!

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