Bloodhounds, Tempted and more: Binge-worthy K-dramas of Woo Do Hwan

Woo Do Hwan, Our favorite K-drama heartthrob, has made his mark since his cameo debut back in 2011. Armed with a degree in performance and film from Dankook University, he's not just a pretty face - though, let's be real, he's definitely easy on the eyes! To all you proud members of the Woo Do Hwan Fan Club, this one's for you. Here's a list of his absolute must-watch dramas of Woo Do Hwan.

In this drama, Choi Kang Woo (Yoo Ji Tae), a former police officer leading Taeyang Insurance's investigative team, finds his life shattered by a tragic airplane crash that claims his wife and son. Driven by grief and determination, he decides to uncover the truth behind the disaster, forming his own team of investigators. His path converges with Kim Min Joon (Woo Do Hwan), a brilliant ex-swindler who shares a personal vendetta against those responsible for the crash. As they navigate a complex web of insurance fraud in Korea, they confront 'copy cats' who mimic and refine criminal schemes, while striving to bring justice as the relentless 'mad dogs' of the investigation world.

During the transition from the Goryeo to Joseon dynasty, lifelong friends find themselves on opposite sides of an ideological divide centered on patriotism. Seo Hwi (Yang Se Jong), son of a renowned commander, is a steadfast warrior who refuses to tolerate injustice, even as his life spirals into hardship. Despite his struggles, he maintains a resilient smile. In contrast, Nam Sun Ho (Woo Do Hwan), gifted and strategic, faces discrimination due to his mother's lowly birth. Determined to overcome societal barriers, Sun Ho aspires to pass the military exams, only to see his dreams shattered by a scandal involving his father. To complicate matters further, he finds himself at odds with Seo Hwi due to a misunderstanding.

In the Joseon era, Kang Han Su (Woo Do Hwan) is a cunning lawyer who manipulates lawsuits and exploits his clients' emotions for personal gain. However, his unintended rise as a hero and advocate for the common folk prompts a transformation within him. As he starts to recognize the importance of genuine justice, Kang Han Su evolves into a principled and ethical advocate. One of his clients, Lee Yeon Joo (Bona), initially seeks his services for revenge but becomes a staunch ally in his pursuit to uphold the law and protect the innocent.

In the ring, rookie boxer Kim Geon Woo (Woo Do Hwan) narrowly defeats the talkative southpaw Hong Woo Jin (Lee Sang Yi), sparking an unexpected friendship between the former marines. As they bond, Geon Woo faces mounting financial troubles threatening his mother's café. Desperate to save it, she unwittingly falls prey to Smile Capital, a merciless loan shark operation. Determined to rectify the situation, Geon Woo and Woo Jin join forces. Their path intersects with a benevolent moneylender who employs them, alongside his foster daughter intent on dismantling the loan sharks' grip.

In a tale of deception and desire, ‘Tempted’ revolves around the lives of affluent young adults whose hidden agendas and dark desires unravel in a dangerous game. Kwon Shi Hyun (Woo Do Hwan), a popular player with a taste for revenge, bets with friends that he can seduce Eun Tae Hee (Joy), a steadfast believer in the folly of love. As their time together unfolds, Tae Hee's perspective on romance begins to shift. Meanwhile, Shi Hyun wrestles with growing emotions for his unsuspecting target, risking scandal and heartbreak in a game where the stakes are dangerously high.