Korean actor Byeon Woo-seok. Photos from Byeon's Instagram accountFrom the catwalks of Seoul to the screens of audiences worldwide, Byeon Woo-seok has risen as a burgeoning heartthrob in Korean entertainment, captivating hearts with his irresistible boyish charms and towering stature.

Woo-seok entered show business as a model, standing tall at 187 centimeters (approximately 6-foot-1), before transitioning into acting through a minor role in the 2016 series "Dear My Friends."

However, it was his role in the 2020 youth romance series "Record of Youth" that truly ignited his star power, with Woo-seok saying in a Korea Times interview that the show "set a new start in my acting career."

Now, the 32-year-old actor — who has over 6.4 million Instagram follows — continues to win over audiences through projects across television, streaming and cinema that showcase his skills and versatility. Below, we delve into some of Woo-seok's notable shows and movies that you can add to your watch list.

Flower Crew: Joseon Marriage Agency (2019)

Also Starring: Kim Min-jae, Gong Seung-yeon, Seo Ji-hoon, Park Ji-hoon, Go Won-hee

In this Joseon era-set rom-com, Woo-seok plays one of the three dashing men behind the successful matchmaking agency Flower Crew. The trio are hired by blacksmith Lee Soo (Seo Ji-hoon) to help him propose to his love, Gae-ttong (Gong Seung-yeon), but things take a different turn when Lee Soo fails to show up on their wedding day.

Record of Youth (2020)

Also Starring: Park Bo-gum, Park So-dam

Following three young people who struggle to pursue their dreams in the fashion industry, "Record of Youth" sees Woo-seok portray Won Hae-hyo, a model-turned-actor from an affluent family with a helicopter mom.

Moonshine (2021)

Also Starring: Yoo Seung-ho, Lee Hye-ri, Kang Mi-na

Set at a time in the Joseon era when strict alcohol prohibitions were enforced, "Moonshine" follows the romance between Kang Ro-seo (Lee Hye-ri), who illegally brews liquor to support her family,  and the principled inspector Nam Young (Yoo Seung-ho). Here, Woo-seok ascends to royalty as he assumes the role of the rebellious, alcoholic prince Lee Pyo.

20th Century Girl (2022)

Also Starring: Kim Yoo-jung, Park Jung-woo, Roh Yoon-seo

A project that propelled Woo-seok to further stardom, "20th Century Girl" is a nostalgic tale depicting young love and friendship among high school students in 1999. In this Netflix original film, Woo-seok takes on the role of Poong Woon-ho, a classmate of protagonist Na Bo-ra (Kim Yoo-jung).

Soulmate (2023)

Also Starring: Kim Da-mi, Jeon So-nee

Adapted from a Chinese film of the same title, "Soulmate" chronicles the friendship between Mi-so (Kim Da-mi) and Ha-eun (Jeon So-nee). Here, Woo-seok portrays Jin-woo, a man who becomes entangled in the lives of the best friends.

Strong Girl Nam-soon (2023)

Also Starring: Lee Yoo-mi, Ong Seong-wu, Kim Hae-sook, Kim Jung-eun

This spin-off series to the hit "Strong Woman Do Bong-soon" is about Nam-soon (Lee Yoo-mi), a young woman with superhuman strength who returns to Korea to find her birth family. She later gets entangled in a drug case involving Woo-seok's character Ryu Shi-oh.

Lovely Runner (2024)

Also Starring: Kim Hye-yoon, Song Geon-hee, Lee Seung-hyub

In "Lovely Runner," Woo-seok portrays Ryu Sun-jae, a popular singer whose tragic death crushes his devoted fan Im Sol (Kim Hye-yoon). In a mysterious turn of events, Sol wakes up 15 years in the past, finding an opportunity to change her and Sun-jae's future.

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