Lee Minho Birthday Special: From Boys Over Flowers to Pachinko; 5 Superbly Played Roles by the Actor That You Need to Feast Your Eyes On!

Lee Minho is regarded as great versatile actor and also one of the handsomest. Gaining worldwide fame with his breakthrough role as Gu Jun-pyo in Boys Over Flowers, Lee Minho made his presence known. He went on to act in The Legend of the Blue Sea, City Hunter, The King: Eternal Monarch and more k-dramas which displayed his chameleon like ability to take on many roles and play them very well. Minho is one of the top Hallyu stars, and no doubt in demand when it comes to who directors want in their films and series.

Lee turns a year older today and what better way to celebrate than to take a look back at some of his best roles throughout the years. Breaking out as an actor in Korea is certainly not easy, and to become one of the top stars that is loved by many worldwide, even more difficult. So let’s celebrate Lee’s tenacity with which he played his roles on screen that gripped many, making him one of the most loved Korean actors. Happy Birthday to Lee Minho!

Pachinko

This drama based on the novel by Min Jin Lee tells the story of a Korean family who immigrate to Japan. Pachinko received critical acclaim for its cinematography, writing and especially performances. Minho’s role as Koh Hansu was a complex and captivating role that pulled in audiences from the beginning, and this series is one you don’t want to miss out on.

The Legend of the Blue Sea

Minho’s character Heo Joon-jae in this show is a scam artist and a highly skilled one at that, and boy! does he play it so well. In this magical story, Lee brings a little bit of his own magic with childlike playfulness and a serious persona that make this drama wonderful to watch.

Boys Over Flowers

Boys Over Flowers captured the interest of many with its brilliant cast. Lee’s character though may come off arrogant at first, seeming only obsessed with money, turns out to have a heart of gold and does everything he can to protect the one he cares about. Lee’s Gu Jun Pyo may take some time to warm up to you but will definitely make his way into your heart as he’s one to be remembered.

City Hunter

This series shows a more serious side of one of the many personas Minho has played. Based on a Japanese manga of the same name, Lee plays Yoon-sung whose only goal is to avenge his father who was murdered by five killers. He takes on a double role in City Hunter. One of a son who wants justice for his father and another identity of a teenager so as to go unnoticed when he gets revenge, and his determination makes him all the more exciting to watch.

The King: Eternal Monarch

Lee Gon played by Minho is composite character that takes some time to understand at first, and this is a role played beautifully by the actor that takes its time to be carved into your mind. And Lee succeeds in making you feel for Gon after the tragedies he goes through while also maintaining the mystery woven into the story and character. Eternal Monarch was also listed as the most popular Korean drama on Netflix in India, so don't miss out on this one!

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