Updated on: 23 October, 2024 06:48 PM IST |Amruta Karulkar
Song Seung-heon is a South Korean actor and model known for his charismatic performances and has been one of South Koreas most beloved actors since the late 1990s. Born on October 5, 1976, he first gained attention as a model and then transitioned into acting, building a reputation for his roles in romantic dramas, action series, and historical pieces. His deep, soulful acting and good looks have made him popular throughout Asia, especially in South Korea, Japan, and China. Here are five notable K-dramas starring Song Seung-heon:
1. Autumn in My Heart (2000)
This series is the first in the "Endless Love" seasonal drama series and follows the tragic love story of Yoon Joon-suh (Song Seung-heon) and Yoon Eun-suh (Song Hye-kyo). They are raised as siblings but discover they are not related by blood, sparking a complicated romance. The series became a massive hit, establishing Song Seung-heon as a leading actor and contributing to the Hallyu Wave across Asia. It’s a classic melodrama with emotional storytelling and powerful performances, especially from Song Seung-heon, who shows a vulnerable and romantic side.
2. My Princess (2011)
Song Seung-heon plays Park Hae-young, a diplomat and heir to a chaebol fortune, who is tasked with teaching an ordinary college student (played by Kim Tae-hee) how to behave like royalty after she discovers she’s the last living descendant of the Korean royal family. Romance blooms, but their different social standings and family histories complicate their relationship. This series offers a lighter, more comedic side of Song Seung-heon and showcases his chemistry with Kim Tae-hee, making it a fan- favourite for romantic comedy lovers.
3. When a Man Falls in Love (2013)
Song Seung-heon stars as Han Tae-sang, a former gangster who has built a successful business and falls in love with a young woman named Seo Mi-do (played by Shin Se-kyung). As he navigates his love for Mi-do, he encounters rivalries and betrayals that challenge his resolve and his understanding of love and loyalty. This drama is intense and compelling, with Song Seung-heon delivering a layered performance that shows both the dangerous and the sensitive sides of his character.
4. Saimdang, Memoir of Colors (2017)
Set in both modern-day and Joseon-era Korea, this drama tells the story of Seo Ji-yoon (played by Lee Young-ae), a professor who discovers the diary of historical figure Shin Saimdang. Song Seung-heon plays Lee Gyeom, an artist and lover from Saimdang's past, whose story intertwines with Seo Ji-yoon’s discoveries. Song Seung-heon’s portrayal of a romantic and loyal figure in a historical setting offers a unique look at his range as an actor, especially for fans of historical dramas with complex love stories.
