Child of the Newspaper Delivery Boy, Lee Do Hyun's Career Journey Shining Brighter After Being Caught Dating and Mandatory Military Service

Lee Do Hyun started his career in PRISON PLAYBOOK as the young version of the main character played by Jung Kyung Ho. After that, he got supporting roles in dramas such as STILL 17 and CLEAN WITH PASSION FOR NOW.

Lee Do Hyun's name and acting started to gain attention when he portrayed Go Chung Myung in HOTEL DEL LUNA, earning him the nickname 'Firefly Boy' from Indonesian drama fans. He is also said to have great chemistry with IU in this drama.

During an interview after HOTEL DEL LUNA, Lee Do Hyun shared that he will work hard in the entertainment industry to repay his family's debts. His mother still works as a newspaper delivery person, and his younger sibling also has special needs, so he wants his family to live in peace while he serves in the military.

Lee Do Hyun has received the lead role in the drama 18 AGAIN. His portrayal as a young father with twin children has received praise from drama lovers.

Lee Do Hyun also caught attention with his character Lee Eun Hyeok in SWEET HOME. Many are eagerly awaiting the continuation of his character in this series.

Lee Do Hyun then landed the lead role in YOUTH OF MAY, MELANCHOLIA, and THE GLORY, which also starred Song Hye Kyo and Lim Ji Yeon.

A few months after THE GLORY ended, Lee Do Hyun confirmed his relationship with Lim Ji Yeon, his co-star in THE GLORY. Their relationship has received approval from K-drama fans and is considered a plot twist.

After confirming their relationship, Lee Do Hyun received appreciation for his acting in THE GOOD BAD MOTHER. His chemistry with Ra Mi Ran and Ahn Eun Jin here is also highly praised.

After previously holding a fan meeting, Lee Do Hyun finally enlisted in the military. His military service photos have always been a topic of discussion among netizens.

During his military service, Lee Do Hyun did not keep his fans waiting. He appeared as one of the main cast in DEATH'S GAME and acted alongside Go Youn Jung.

Lee Do Hyun also appeared in SWEET HOME, making fans excited to see his acting again.

In early 2024, Lee Do Hyun has achieved success through his debut film, EXHUMA. This film has been watched by millions of people in Korea. It even became the highest-grossing Korean film in Indonesia.

Lee Do Hyun's popularity during his military service has amazed entertainment observers with his career. In addition to the success of EXHUMA, he is now referred to as one of Chungmuro's Blue Chip actors, who are expected to play an important role in the Korean film industry.