8 K-Drama Actors Who Gained Massive Popularity In 2022

Here are some of the notable names of actors who gained impressive popularity this year.

Michael Albert, Kpopmap Editor
5 min to read · Published : Dec 19, 2022

8 K-Drama Actors Who Gained Massive Popularity In 2022

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The year 2022 has seen a lot of K-Drama actors becoming very popular. New or old, following the massive successes of their dramas, these actors who no doubt contributed to that success have also seen their popularity ranking rapidly increased amongst K- Drama fans. Either because of their ravishing good looks, the personalities of their characters, their impressive acting skills, or all 3 combined, we can say that these actors have not just found their way into the hearts of drama fans but also solidified their place as well.

Spanning across different genres, here are some of the notable names of actors who gained impressive popularity this year.

1. Ki m MinGue

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Perhaps the one who started it all this year, following the success of "Business Proposal", Kim MinGue became an instant global heartthrob. A scene stealer with every appearance he made, from his heart-fluttering moments with Seor InA's character Jin YoungSeo to his amazing chemistry with the rest of the cast, his mature and charming personality as well as his dreamy good looks as well, all this traits he displayed made him the center focus by many viewers of the series. And even after the series fans continue to shower him with admiration, as they looked forward to supporting him in his next project.

2. Kang TaeOh

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A walking green flag like many called him, perhaps we can attribute the drama "Extraordinary Attorney Woo" as Kang TaeOh's breakthrough role. Even though he has been on the scene for a while and has been gaining notable and steady recognition since his debut, the success of this series skyrocketed his popularity, earning him more notable recognition from global fans. The charming and sweet personality of his character made many fall in love with him and look towards him as their ideal type. As he is now partaking in his mandatory military enlistment, his popularity amongst fans is still high as many patiently wait on his return to cheer him on again.

3. Kang KiYoung

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Like Kang TaeOh, Kang KiYoung also gained impressive popularity following the success of the drama "Extraordinary Attorney Woo". His caring, thoughtful, and witty nature made him the kind of leader everyone wanted to work with. And with his handsome looks, he became one who possessed the traits that many found very attractive. However, this would not be the first time he has gained popularity after a series, as he made a mark for himself as the funny and loyal best friend to Park SeoJun's character in the drama series "What's Wrong With Secretary Kim".

4. Lomon

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Some might have started watching the series "All of Us Are Dead" because of its genre, but many stayed because of Lomon. A thorough dreamboat, he swayed the hearts of fans with his character's confidence, bravery, strong will, fighting skills, and his handsome good looks as well. Bringing those same traits to his next role with the drama "Revenge Of Others", we can say he has successfully stamped his name in the hearts of drama lovers who expressively gush about him online.

5. Choi HyunWook

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The rising actor is becoming a stable cast in dramas and also seeing a massive increase in popularity amongst drama lovers for not just the successes of his dramas but also his incredible and flexible acting skills, charming personality, handsome visuals, and an alluring aura that fully captivates one's senses. With 2 incredible dramas this year “Twenty-Five Twenty-One” and "Weak Hero Class 1" he continues his fast-paced rise to global fame as he garners due admiration from both fans and critics alike.

6. Shin SeungHo

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Shin SeungHo is another rising actor who gained massive popularity this year. Since his debut, he has no doubt been on a steady rise, showing his flexible and emotional range in different lead and supporting roles. However, this year, with the drama "Alchemy Of Souls" seems to have skyrocketed his popularity. Playing a significant role in the hit series, he garnered the attention of many fans of the series for his loyal and steadfast character, and as a prince who wasn't moved by the desires of power but seeks to find the truth and help his people. He continued showing his acting skills in yet another hit series "Weak Hero Class 1" and "Alchemy Of Souls: Light and Shadow". His impressive acting in this series gained him positive comments from many viewers of the series who hope to see him in more works in the future.

7. Park SeoHam

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Park SeoHam might have been an unheard name before "Semantic Error" but during and after, he became a global sensation. Earning incredible recognition due to the success of the series, many were expectantly swooning in love of his dreamy good looks, towering height, and his deep vocal tone. Posing him as the leading man in the hearts of fans. Even though he immediately enlisted in the military after the series airing, fans continue to cheer him on as they patiently wait for his return.

8. DKZ's JaeChan

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Quite in the same frame as his co-star in the hit web drama series "Semantic Error", JaeChan saw a massive rise in popularity following the success of the series. He became one of the most sought-after stars for variety shows and won multiple awards for his role as Choo SangWoo as well. His popularity didn't just encompass him as an actor alone but also had an instant ripple effect on his group DKZ as well.

Which of these actors is your favorite? Are there others you think gained popularity this year? Let us know in the comments section below.