5 K-Actors Who Slay the Role of Psychopath: Ok Taecyeon, Im Siwan, More
Versatile K-actors Ok Taecyeon, Im Siwan, and more established a lasting impression after playing the role of a psychopath.
Psychopath characters is challenging to give life to. The actors must immerse themselves in the dark persona and convey the character's emotions and identity to bring them to life.
Despite their battles between the good and the bad, as required by their roles, viewers can't help but admire these Korean stars who made outstanding performances through their evil persona.
Ok Taecyeon
Through tvN's "Vincenzo," Taecyeon made an unforgettable portrayal after playing as Jang Jun Woo. He first appeared as the charming intern lawyer, who has a soft spot for Hong Cha Young (Jeon Yeo Bin).
As the story progressed, it was revealed that he was the notorious Chairman of Babel, leaving viewers in shock with the unexpected twist.
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He did a complete transformation going from the sweet and energetic intern to the cold psychopath who would do anything to get what he wanted, even if that meant killing his opponents.
Im Siwan
Im Siwan is indeed good at playing villain roles!
After "Emergency Declaration," the actor headlined the Netflix film "Unlocked," where viewers despised his character, proving his incredible acting.
He took the role of Jun Yeong, a murderous stalker who found the phone of a female stranger and returned it to her after installing spyware to track everything that she did.
Lee Seung Gi
Among the roles he played over the years, Jung Ba Reum from the thriller drama "Mouse" is one of the interesting ones he portrayed.
In the series, he is a hard-working and righteous police officer, always ready to help others.
However, he slowly changed in the latter half of the series and revealed that he is a wanted psychopath.
Park Bo Gum
Park Bo Gum made his acting debut when he appeared in the series "Hello Monster," also known as "I Remember You." He took on the role of Jun Sun Ho, who was first introduced as a genius and successful lawyer.
As the story unfolds, the viewers find out that he was raised by a psychopath, and developed a dark side as he grows up.
From the sly smirk on his face to the pain in his eyes, the actor brings to the screen an interesting character of an antagonist.
Lee Dong Wook
Aside from romance and fantasy, Lee Dong Wook made an impression in headlining thriller-mystery genres.
In 2019, he starred in "Strangers From Hell" as Seo Moon Jo, a psychopathic dentist. At first, he looks like the most normal resident in the building.
As the drama progressed, it was shown that Moon Jo is the creepiest and weirdest tenant, who stares and grins at anyone.
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