Totality - Excellent Acting, These 12 Korean Actors Deserve Many Awards

Kapanlagi.com - Korean actors always manage to captivate film and drama audiences because of their visuals and acting skills. The tough competition makes Korean actors not have standard acting abilities. They all have exceptional acting skills once they debut in dramas or movies.

That's why receiving an award is an extraordinary thing that they achieve through their efforts. However, it doesn't mean that actors who don't have many awards have bad acting skills, KLovers. There are some actors who choose to work on dramas that they like, so they rarely appear in many drama series or movies.

An award is certainly the result of achievements and efforts made by Korean actors. So, who are these Korean actors? According to various sources, here are 12 Korean actors who have received many awards for their acting. Let's check them out.

1. Park Seo Joon

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The first Korean actor to receive numerous awards for his acting is Park Seo Joon. He made his acting debut in 2011 with the film PERFECT GAME. His name became more well-known in South Korea after starring in the drama DREAM HIGH 2 in 2012.

In 2015, Park Seo Joon starred in the drama SHE WAS PRETTY, which brought him international fame. Park Seo Joon has received 7 awards for his acting success from 2013 to 2018. These awards include Best New Actor and Excellence Award Actor in a Miniseries.

2. Park Hae Jin

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The second Korean actor to receive numerous awards for his acting is Park Hae Jin. Starting his career in 2006, he has gained recognition until now. Park Hae Jin began his career by participating in the drama project FAMOUS CHIL PRINCESSES, and his name became internationally known when he starred in the drama MY LOVE FROM THE STAR in 2013.

His popularity increased when he appeared in the dramas BAD GUY, DOCTOR STRANGER, and played the lead role in CHEESE IN THE TRAP. Due to his efforts and hard work, Park Hae Jin has received 8 awards from 2006 to 2017. These awards include Best New Actor, Excellence Award Actor, Best Actor, and Best Artist Award Actor.

3. Jo In Sung

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Jo In Sung is one of the Korean actors who has received many awards for his efforts in acting in movies or dramas. Starting his acting debut in 1998, Jo In Sung has become one of the senior actors in Korea who is still active until now.

He gained international recognition when he starred in the drama THAT WINTER THE WIND BLOWS in 2013 with Song Hye Kyo. And the drama IT'S OKAY THAT'S LOVE in 2014 with Gong Hyo Jin. Although he didn't appear in many dramas and movies, Jo In Sung has received many awards, KLovers.

He has received 8 awards from 2000 to 2018, in various categories. Such as Best Young Actor, Excellence Award Actor in a Comedy, Best Actor (TV), Best Actor, and Best Film Actor.

4. Lee Jong Suk

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Lee Jong Suk is also one of the Korean actors who has received many awards for his acting. Lee Jong Suk debuted in 2005 as a model and actor. He started his career by participating in a feature film project titled SYMPATHY.

And he gained international recognition after appearing in the drama SCHOOL 2013, and received his first award as Best New Actor. After the success of the drama SCHOOL 2013, Lee Jong Suk appeared in many successful dramas that he performed well in.

Due to his efforts and hard work, Lee Jong Suk eventually received many awards, receiving 9 awards from 2012 to 2017. These awards include Best New Actor, Top Excellence Award Actor, Excellence Award Actor, and Top Excellence Award Actor in Wednesday-Thursday Drama.

5. Lee Joon Gi

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The next Korean actor who has received many awards for their efforts is Lee Joon Gi. Starting his debut in 2011 as a singer, Lee Joon Gi eventually tried his hand at acting in 2003 in a drama called NONSTOP 4.

His name became internationally known as an actor when he starred in the drama ARANG AND THE MAGISTRATE in 2012. His name further rose and became known in Europe and America when he appeared in the drama MOON LOVERS in 2016 alongside IU.

Because of his efforts and hard work, Lee Joon Gi has received 9 awards from 2006 to 2018. These awards include Best New Actor, Best Actor, and Actor of The Year. Among all these awards, Lee Joon Gi has received the Best New Actor award 5 times.

6. Yoo Ah In

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Yoo Ah In is also a Korean actor who has received many awards for his acting efforts. Starting his debut in 2003, Yoo Ah In has remained prominent until now and has become a quite famous artist in South Korea. He gained international recognition after starring in the drama SUNGKYUNKWAN SCANDAL in 2010.

Due to his efforts, Yoo Ah In has received 10 acting awards from 2004 to 2016. These awards include Best New Actor, Best Actor, Top Excellence Award Actor in a Serial Drama, and Best Actor (TV).

7. Lee Min Ho

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Then there is Lee Min Ho who is also one of the Korean actors who has received many awards for his acting efforts. Lee Min Ho started his career in 2003 by starring in the drama titled SHARP. His name became known in Korea after starring in the drama NONSTOP 5 in 2004, and gained international recognition after starring in the drama BOYS BEFORE FLOWERS in 2009.

Due to his efforts and hard work, Lee Min Ho has received 10 awards from 2015 to 2017. He has received awards such as Best New Actor, Best Asian Actor, Best New Actor (TV), Excellence Award Actor, Top Excellence Award Actor in a Drama Special, and Top Excellence Award Actor in a Fantasy Drama.

8. Yeo Jin Goo

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Yeo Jin Goo became the next Korean actor to receive numerous awards. Starting his career as a child actor in 2005, Yeo Jin Goo was only 8 years old at that time. He starred in a film project called SAD MOVIE, and then in 2006, Yeo Jin Goo appeared in a drama titled I WANT TO LOVE.

His name gained international recognition when he starred in the drama MOON EMBRACING THE SUN in 2012. And his popularity increased even more when he appeared in the dramas THE CROWNED CLOWN and HOTEL DEL LUNA in 2019. Because of his efforts and hard work, he eventually received 11 awards from 2008 to 2017.

The awards received by Yeo Jin Goo have various categories, including Best Young Actor, Best New Actor (TV), Best New Actor, Best New Actor (Film), and Excellence Award Actor in a Serial Drama. Out of these 10 awards, 6 of them are Best New Actor awards won by Yeo Jin Goo.

9. Won Bin

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Long time no see in movies, it turns out Won Bin is also one of the Korean actors who has many awards, KLovers. It is known that Won Bin is one of the actors who is liked by almost all Korean people. All of Won Bin's dramas or movies are always eagerly awaited by fans.

Starting his career in 1997, made Won Bin one of the senior Korean actors who has extraordinary acting skills. In his career, Won Bin has only played in 6 movies and 8 dramas, but even so, he is one of the actors who has many awards.

Still focused on his child and still choosing the right drama to play, making fans wait for his return. Won Bin has 11 awards from 1999 to 2011. These awards include Best New Actor, Excellence Award Actor, Best Actor, and Best Actor (Film). Of these 11 awards, 6 of them are Best Actor, and 4 of them are Best New Actor.

10. Jo Jung Suk

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Just recently became a hot topic after successfully playing in the drama HOSPITAL PLAYLIST, it turns out that Jo Jung Suk is also one of the Korean actors who has received many awards. Known for his excellence in theater, Jo Jung Suk is indeed one of the Korean actors who has extraordinary acting talent. He started his career in 2004 in a theater.

Then in 2011, he finally succeeded in playing in a drama titled WHAT'S UP. His name became more internationally known after playing in the drama DON'T DARE TO DREAM in 2016 with Gong Hyo Jin. Because of his efforts and hard work, Jo Jung Suk eventually received 13 awards, from 2008 to 2019.

These awards have many categories. And these categories include Best New Actor, Best Supporting Actor, Excellence Award Actor in a Serial Drama, Excellence Award Actor in a Serial Drama, and Top Excellence Award Actor in a Monday-Tuesday Drama.

11. So Ji Sub

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The next Korean actor who has received many awards is So Ji Sub. Starting his career in 1995, So Ji Sub has become one of the senior actors in South Korea who is still active today. He gained international recognition in 2013 by starring in the drama MASTER'S SUN alongside Gong Hyo Jin.

Throughout his career, So Ji Sub has received 15 prestigious awards for his acting efforts. These awards were received from 2000 to 2018, spanning across various categories, including Best New Actor, Excellence Award Actor in a Special Planning Drama, Best Actor (TV), Best Actor, Top Excellence Award Actor, Best Actor (TV), Excellence Award Actor in a Miniseries, and Top Excellence Award Actor in a Wednesday-Thursday Drama.

12. Kim Soo Hyun

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And the latest Korean actor who has received many awards is Kim Soo Hyun. Being a favorite actor and the most expensive actor, it's no wonder that Kim Soo Hyun has achieved many accomplishments in every film and drama he has played. Starting his career in 2007, his name became more internationally known after starring in the drama DREAM HIGH in 2011.

After that, he appeared in many dramas and always played them very epically. Because of his extraordinary efforts, Kim Soo Hyun eventually received 15 prestigious awards, from 2011 to 2016. Kim Soo Hyun has received many awards such as Best New Actor, Best Actor (TV), Best Actor, Excellence Award Actor, Best New Actor (Film), Global Best Actor in TV series, and many more.

Those are the 12 Korean actors who have successfully received many awards. An award is the result of hard work and efforts obtained by Korean actors. But it doesn't mean that actors with fewer awards have bad acting skills or lack high dedication. Because awards are only to appreciate the efforts of actors, not to measure acting quality and success.

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