Ahn Bo-hyun has become one of South Korea’s most popular actors in recent years. With his charming looks and impressive acting skills, he has won the hearts of many fans around the world. Let’s take a look at some of his best work in Korean dramas and movies up to 2025.
1. Itaewon Class (2020)
Itaewon Class was the drama that made Ahn Bo-hyun a household name. In this series, he played the role of Jang Geun-won, the main villain. Even though he was the bad guy, Ahn Bo-hyun’s performance was so good that viewers couldn’t help but be impressed. The drama tells the story of a young man who opens a restaurant in the Itaewon district of Seoul to get revenge on a powerful food company. Ahn Bo-hyun’s character is the son of the company’s CEO, and he causes a lot of trouble for the main character.
2. My Name (2021)
In My Name, Ahn Bo-hyun took on a completely different role. He played Jeon Pil-do, a tough but kind-hearted police detective. The drama is about a young woman who joins a crime gang to find out who killed her father. She then becomes a police officer to continue her search. Ahn Bo-hyun’s character helps her in her mission, and their partnership is one of the highlights of the show. This role showed that Ahn Bo-hyun could play both good guys and bad guys equally well.
3. Yumi’s Cells (2021-2022)
Yumi’s Cells was a unique drama that mixed live-action with animation. Ahn Bo-hyun played Goo Woong, the main love interest of the female lead, Yumi. The drama shows Yumi’s life and thoughts through animated cells in her brain. Ahn Bo-hyun’s character is a game developer who is kind but sometimes clueless about relationships. His cute and funny performance made viewers fall in love with him.
4. Military Prosecutor Doberman (2022)
In this drama, Ahn Bo-hyun played the main role of Do Bae-man, a military prosecutor. At first, his character only cares about money, but he slowly changes and starts to fight for justice. The drama deals with corruption in the military and shows how Do Bae-man and his partner work to solve difficult cases. Ahn Bo-hyun’s strong acting in this serious role proved that he could handle leading parts in action dramas.
5. See You in My 19th Life (2023)
This fantasy romance drama was based on a popular webtoon. Ahn Bo-hyun played Moon Seo-ha, a man who meets a woman who can remember her past lives. His character is cold at first but slowly opens up as he falls in love. The drama was praised for its interesting story and the chemistry between Ahn Bo-hyun and his co-star. It showed a softer side of Ahn Bo-hyun that fans loved.
6. Flex X Cop (2024)
Flex X Cop was an action-comedy drama where Ahn Bo-hyun played Jin Yi-soo, a rich young man who becomes a police officer. His character uses his wealth and connections to solve crimes in unconventional ways. This drama was a hit because it mixed exciting action scenes with funny moments. Ahn Bo-hyun’s charming performance made the show even more enjoyable.
7. Pretty Crazy (2025)
Pretty Crazy was Ahn Bo-hyun’s big movie breakthrough. In this romantic comedy, he played Gil-goo, a man who starts an unusual relationship with his downstairs neighbor. The movie was praised for its funny and heartwarming story. Ahn Bo-hyun’s chemistry with his co-star, Im Yoon-ah, was a highlight of the film. This movie showed that Ahn Bo-hyun could be a leading man on the big screen as well as in dramas.
8. God’s Beads (2025)
God’s Beads was a historical action drama set in the Goryeo Dynasty. Ahn Bo-hyun played Baek-gyeol, a special commander searching for holy relics during a war. This drama was notable for its big budget and impressive action scenes. Ahn Bo-hyun’s performance as a brave and skilled warrior was praised by critics and viewers alike. It showed that he could handle complex historical roles with ease.
9. Spring Fever (2025)
In this romantic drama, Ahn Bo-hyun played Seon Jae-gyu, a kind and cheerful man who helps a woman heal from her past heartbreak. The drama was set in a small town and had a warm, comforting atmosphere. Ahn Bo-hyun’s gentle performance in this role won the hearts of viewers and showed his versatility as an actor.
10. Kairos (2020)
Although it’s an earlier work, Kairos deserves a mention on this list. In this time-travel thriller, Ahn Bo-hyun played Seo Do-kyun, a character with a mysterious past. The drama was praised for its exciting plot and great acting. Even though Ahn Bo-hyun wasn’t the main lead, his performance added depth to the story and helped make the drama a success.
