Here’s Why Rising Star Chae Jong Hyeop Should be on Your Stan List Right Now
Rising actor Chae Jong Hyeop keeps on stealing fans' hearts with his bashful smile and irresistible charm as he appears in two of the popular K-dramas right now, "The Witch's Diner" and "Nevertheless."
Without further ado, here's why he should be on your stan list right now!
The Witch's Diner Actor Chae Jong Hyeop Resembles Park Bo Gum
With both his roles in "Nevertheless" and "The Witch's Diner," Chae Jong Hyeop can quickly captivate the viewers' attention with his adorable personality and charming smile, not to mention that fans also see his resemblance to Park Bo Gum.
Now that he is swiftly carving his name in the industry, might as well consider Chae Jong Hyeop as the new Korean heartthrob to watch out for!
Chae Jong Hyeop is a Certified Scene-Stealer
Chae Jong Hyeop has been stealing the spotlight as he plays the role of a thoughtful chef Yang Do Hyeok in JTBC's "Nevertheless." His warm and gentle character isn't hard to fall in love with, and ardent viewers root for him more than his rival Park Jae Eon (Song Kang) for Yoo Na Bi (Han So Hee).
What's more? The rivalry is about to intensify this coming Saturday!
IN CASE YOU MISSED IT: 'Nevertheless' Episode 6: Han So Hee Gets Torn Between Song Kang and Chae Jong Hyeop
This is not the first time that Chae Jong Hyeop appeared in a K-drama, though. In fact, he has already played different roles, starting from the 2018 MBC drama "Come and Hug Me" with Jang Ki Yong, to his athlete role as Yoo Min Ho in the hit 2019 series "Hot Stove League" with Namgoong Min.
But wait, 'cause there's more!
It seems like Chae Jong Hyeop has built a strong image for the past two years since his debut in the acting arena. When 2021 arrived, the young artist was able to star in not one, not two, but three dramas.
He welcomed the year with "Sisyphus: The Myth," where he had the chance to work with actress Park Shin Hye, Cho Seung Woo, and veteran actor Sung Dong Il.
Right after he finished the project, Chae Jong Hyeop then landed two lead roles.
Chae Jong Hyeop K-Dramas Worth Checking Out
First is the romance drama "Nevertheless," and second is TVING's dark-fantasy series "The Witch's Diner." Working in two different projects at the same time proves Chae Jong Hyeop's hard work and versatility.
In only five years, the 28-year-old rising star is quickly on his way to stardom. With his undeniable visuals and impressive acting skills, Chae Jong Hyeop immediately made his way to the viewers' hearts.
Meanwhile, he revealed in his previous "Running Man" appearance that before his acting career blossomed, he used to be a model and even studied in South Africa.
As he continues to work on more projects and showcase his capabilities, "The Witch's Diner" star will surely earn his spot on top of the entertainment industry.
And while we're at it, it's evident that Chae Jong Hyeop is photogenic. See more of the rising star in his own Instagram: @chaejh_
READ MORE HERE: TVING's 'The Witch's Diner' Starring Song Ji Hyo Achieves One Million Views on YouTube + Episode 3 Recap
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Written by Shai Collins
