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KBS Drama Special

2010

Forget the existing one-act dramas! Short but impactive! KBS Drama Special presents high quality single episode dramas. Dramas are the broadcast content with the widest public appeal. KBS Drama Special will produce short dramas of far-reaching impact involving at times a serious social message, unique emotions or perspectives. It will stay abreast of modern viewership.

Jo In

Jo In was born on 8 December 1990 in South Korea. She is an actress, known for Taxi Driver (2021), KBS Drama Special (2010) and Hospital Playlist (2020).

Kim Ki-hae

Kim Ki-hae (Korean: 김기해; born September 28, 1999) is a South Korean actor. He made his debut in 2020, and best known for his role in Duty After School (2023). Kim made his acting debut in the Cheeze Film's web series The Female Friend Among Guys in 2020, which was released on April 17. On the same year on September 9, he appeared in another web series Dalgona as the class president Ha Jin-hyuk. In 2022, Kim made his big screen debut after he was confirmed to appear for director Park Hoon-jung's science fiction action horror film The Witch: Part 2. The Other One, which was released on June 15. On June 14, Sports Seoul reported that he was cast along with actors Shin Ye-eun, Kang Hoon, and Ryeoun for SBS drama The Secret Romantic Guesthouse. On August 23, Kim landed his first lead role as the dark hero Oh Byung-hoon in the 2022 KBS Drama Special episode 2: "Currently Offline", which aired on November 22. In 2023, Kim was confirmed to play the role of Kim Chi-yeol, an ordinary student, in TVING original Duty After School, which premiered on March 21. He then nominated for Best New Actor at the 2nd Blue Dragon Series Awards in July and at the 2023 APAN Star Awards in December, respectively. In 2024, Kim was announced as part of the ensemble cast of Disney+ original series Light Shop, which was released on December 4.

Kim Sun-bin

Kim Seon-bin (김선빈; born May 7, 2001) is a promising South Korean actor managed by Golden Moon Entertainment, recognized for his notable versatility across youth, historical, and dramatic genres. Kim Seon-bin officially began his acting career in 2022 with a breakout role in the web drama sphere. He debuted as the main lead, Kim Yu-jin, in the popular streaming series New Love Playlist (2022), where he immediately impressed audiences with his engaging and relatable performance. His rapid transition to the mainstream followed quickly that same year, where he took on another lead role as Go Tae-joon in the KBS 2TV Drama Special 2022 - Prism, showcasing a commendable depth in a demanding one-act drama. Since his debut, He has focused on building a versatile portfolio across major television networks, demonstrating a strong adaptability across genres. He appeared in the 2023 MBC office drama Numbers: Building Forest’s Watchers as Gong Hee-sam and gained significant attention for his role as Choi Chung in the epic historical series Goryeo-Khitan War (KBS 2TV, 2023–2024), where he proved his compelling screen presence in a demanding period setting. Continuing his work in historical and contemporary dramas, He was featured in the 2024 JTBC historical drama Lady Ok (옥씨부인전) as Baek Do-gwang, and is appear as Prince Yeongin in the SBS series The Ghost Palace.

Chae Soo-bin

Cast · Known for Take Charge of My Heart

Chae debuted in 2014 in the film My Dictator. She then featured in weekend drama House of Bluebird (2015) and youth series Cheer Up! (2015) which won her "Best New Actress" awards at both 4th APAN Star Awards and 29th KBS Drama Awards. Chae had a major role in the hit drama Love in the Moonlight (2016) from which she gained an Excellence Award nomination at the 30th KBS Drama Awards. The same year she starred in the play Blackbird and the Chinese-South Korean web-drama My Catman. In 2017, she took on her first prime-time leading role in the historical television series Rebel: Thief Who Stole the People.

Lee Jun-hyeok

Cast · Known for I Saw the Devil, A Love Other Than Yours

Lee Jun-hyeok is a South Korean actor. He is known for his role in the popular television series "Love in the Moonlight" (2016) for which he won Best Supporting Actor at the 30th KBS Drama Awards.

Jeong Yun-ho

Cast · Known for Idol Radio

Jeong Yun-ho, known mononymously as Yunho, is a South Korean singer and actor under KQ Entertainment. He is a member of the boy group ATEEZ. He made his acting debut in the 2021 KBS drama Imitation with bandmates Seonghwa, San, and Jongho.

Choi San

Choi San, known mononymously as San, is a South Korean singer, dancer and actor under KQ Entertainment. He is a member of the boy group ATEEZ. He made his acting debut in the 2021 KBS drama Imitation with bandmates Seonghwa, Yunho, and Jongho. He contributed his vocals to the official soundtrack of the drama as a member of Sparkling, a fictional 4-member group. In addition to his work with ATEEZ, San serves as a global ambassador for Dolce & Gabbana.

Yun Ju-sang

Yun Ju-sang (born June 25, 1949) is a South Korean actor. In 2009, he won the Best Supporting Actor award during the 2009 KBS Drama Awards for his role in Iris.

Zo In-sung

Cast · Known for Hope, Possible Love

An accomplished fixture of the Korean film and television landscape for over two decades, Zo In-sung built his career on a versatile filmography and acclaimed performances. From swoon-worthy romantic leads to complex, hard-boiled characters, his ability to fully inhabit a diverse range of roles has solidified his reputation as a formidable talent. He is a renowned South Korean actor widely known for his role in the television series What Happened in Bali and That Winter, The Wind Blows, Moving, and in movies like A Dirty Carnival, The Classic and A Frozen Flower. From starting his career in modeling, to winning numerous awards for contributing to the movie and television industry through remarkable acting performances, he has achieved quite a lot. He was awarded Best Young Actor at the 14th KBS Drama Awards for his debut TV series. As a model and a style icon, he has received recognition in the form of honors such as Good Model Award, Fashion Idol of the Year, and Style Icon of the Year. He has also appeared in various music videos including "Sad Love", "Fool", and "Love" for South Korean pop music artists and bands.

Lee Sun-kyun

Cast · Known for Parasite

Lee Sun-kyun (March 2, 1975 – December 27, 2023) was a South Korean actor. He was best known for his roles in the films, Helpless (2012), romantic comedy All About My Wife (2012), and crime/black comedy A Hard Day (2014). He was also known for his role in the Bong Joon-ho's Academy Award-winning black comedy film Parasite for which he won a Screen Actors Guild Award along with his castmates. He received several other awards including nomination for an International Emmy Award. After beginning his career in musical theatre, for many years Lee was relegated to minor and supporting roles onscreen, only getting to play lead characters in one-act dramas on KBS Drama City and MBC Best Theater. In one such Best Theater project, he worked with TV director Lee Yoon-jung on Taereung National Village (2005), which led to him being cast in her later series Coffee Prince in 2007. Coffee Prince, along with medical drama White Tower brought Lee mainstream popularity, which he followed with Pasta (2010), Golden Time (2012) and My Mister (2018). Meanwhile, on the big screen, he received a Best Actor award from the Las Palmas de Gran Canaria International Film Festival for his role in Paju (2009), followed by critical acclaim for mystery thriller Helpless (2012), romantic comedy All About My Wife (2012), and crime/black comedy A Hard Day (2014). Lee also continues to collaborate with auteur Hong Sang-soo, and his arthouse films with Hong include Night and Day (2008), Oki's Movie (2010), and Nobody's Daughter Haewon (2013). In 2019, he starred in Bong Joon-ho's Oscar-winning black comedy film Parasite.

Oh Jung-mi

Writer · Known for Possible Love

Born in Seoul. She graduated from the College of Russian Language and Literature and English Language and Literature, Yonsei University. She also studied film scenario in Korean National University of Arts. She wrote scripts of Who Did Love? and What He Draw for KBS Drama City.

Choo Young-woo

Cast · Known for Between Steps

Choo Young-woo is a South Korean actor who has quickly established himself in the industry through a mix of high-school dramas, slice-of-life romance, and ambitious historical and medical series. He is celebrated for his tall stature, compelling gaze, and ability to embody roles ranging from intense rivals to heartwarming protagonists. His officially debuted in 2021 with the web drama You Make Me Dance, followed by a prominent supporting role in the KBS drama Police University (2021) as the stoic and competitive student, Park Min-kyu.

Kim Yo-han

A South Korean singer and actor, and a member of the boy group WEi under OUI Entertainment. He was a competitive taekwondo athlete for 13 years, winning the National Youth Sports Festival twice and the National Taekwondo Championship once. In 2009, he made a brief appearance as an extra in the drama Queen Seondeok. In 2019, he joined OUI Entertainment through an acting audition and participated in the Mnet survival show PRODUCE X 101, where he finished in first place and debuted as a member of X1. He officially debuted as an actor in 2020 with the web series A Love So Beautiful (the Korean remake of the Chinese drama), marking his first leading role. In 2021, he starred in the KBS2 drama School 2021 and won the Best New Actor award at the KBS Drama Awards. In 2025, he starred in the SBS drama TRY: We Become a Miracle, earning the Excellence Award for an Actor at the SBS Drama Awards.

Bae Soo-bin

Bae Soo-bin (Korean: 배수빈), born Yoon Tae-wook on December 9, 1976, is a respected South Korean actor known for his compelling performances in both television dramas and films since his debut in 2002. He has built a reputation for expertly portraying a wide range of characters, from righteous historical figures to complex antagonists. Bae Soo-bin initially began his acting career in 2002 with the Chinese drama The Proof of Memories before successfully transitioning to the Korean screen. Bae Soo-bin achieved widespread recognition for his work in the late 2000s and early 2010s, solidifying his status as a key supporting and leading actor. One of his most notable roles was Park Jun-se from Brilliant Legacy (2009), the kind and devoted one-sided love interest. The success of this drama led to him winning a Top 10 Stars Award at the SBS Drama Awards. He played the lead role of Soo-young in Mai Ratima (2013), which won the Jury Prize at the Deauville Asian Film Festival. He has been recognized consistently throughout his career, including winning the Best Supporting Actor award at the 2013 KBS Drama Awards for his role in Secret Love.

Cha Se-jin

Cast · Known for Summer Vacation

A South Korean actor signed with GLORIOUS Entertainment. He officially debuted in 2023 through the KBS weekend drama The Real Has Come!. In 2024, he starred in the U+ MobileTV web drama Fragile, which is widely considered a remake of the renowned Norwegian series SKAM. In the same year, he appeared in the JTBC series Family by Choice (a remake of the Chinese drama Go Ahead), playing the role of basketball team member Cha Min-soo. In 2025, he joins the cast of the Netflix original series Weak Hero Class 2. He also stars as the male lead, Taek-kyun, in the Heavenly web drama The Peach Trap in the same year.

Kim Chang-hwan

Cast · Known for Train to Busan

Kim Chang-hwan is a South Korean actor. He made his debut as a model for Boys JoongAng magazine in 1992, and made his official debut as a child actor in a KBS TV drama "Daughters of a Rich Family" in 1994.

Go Kyung-pyo

Cast · Known for Chicago Typewriter

Go Kyung-pyo (Korean: 고경표; born June 11, 1990) is a South Korean actor and comedian. He gained recognition for his role in the television series Reply 1988 (2015–16) and has since starred in Don't Dare to Dream (2016) and Chicago Typewriter (2017). Go starred in his first leading role in KBS2's Strongest Deliveryman in August 2017. Go made his acting debut in 2010, and became a cast member of the live sketch comedy show Saturday Night Live Korea for its first three seasons. Since then, he has featured in the sitcom Standby (2012) and dramas My Cute Guys (2013) and Naeil's Cantabile (2014). Go gained wider recognition with his roles in Reply 1988 (2015) and Don't Dare to Dream (2016). He received the "New Star Award" at the 2016 SBS Drama Awards for his role in the latter. In 2017, Go starred in tvN's fantasy-romance drama Chicago Typewriter alongside Yoo Ah-in and Im Soo-jung. The same year, he was cast in his first leading role in KBS's drama Strongest Deliveryman alongside Chae Soo-bin. He then starred in the medical thriller drama Cross which premiered in January 2018. In 2020, Go is set to make his comeback in the JTBC drama Private Lives as an imposter alongside Girls' Generation's Seohyun.

Nam Yoon-su

Cast · Known for Merry Berry Love

Nam Yoon-su is a model and actor under the agency "Agency Garten". When he was a second -year school fashion model with Hallym Entertainment High School , he came to audition at five models agencies.[6] At this time, he signed a contract with Agency Garten and debuted as a CECI pictorial at the age of 17 in 2014 . Since then, he has been active as a model such as fashion magazines, fashion shows, lookbooks, and music videos. Before his official debut as an actor, he had been acting through music videos, but began his acting career in earnest in 2018 . In 2018, he appeared as Junha in the MBC every1 drama 《 4 Houses 》. This is Nam Yoon- soo's debut film as an actor . Jun-ha is a fashion photographer who studied abroad in France and is a friend of the female protagonist, Na-yoon . She returns to Korea and lives in a share house with Seonmin , Nayun , and Jihyeon . She acted like she liked Na-yoon, quietly taking care of her behind her back, with the image of her being like a romantic comic book heroine. There are a total of 7 episodes based on Naver TV , with only voice acting in part 1.[7] , will appear in earnest starting from Part 4. In 2018, he appeared as Lee Gyeom in the 2018 Playlist web drama 《 If You Don't Do It, Do It 19 》. Lee Gyeom is a male friend who has a crush on the female protagonist, Kim Yuna (Shin Ki-hwan). He attracts the attention of many female students with his gentle smile, but he only has eyes for Kim Yoon-ah (Shin Ki-hwan) and silently takes care of her behind her back. However, Kim Yun-ah (Shin Ki-hwan) likes Kang Eun-gu (Jeong Ha-jun) and the two start dating, but in the end, her unrequited love does not come true. There are a total of 7 episodes, and Lee Gyeom's unrequited love episode is EP.03 . In 2019, he appeared in the Dingo web drama “ I’m Not a Robot ” as Jeong Seong-yoon. Jeong Seong-yoon is an all-round fraud character who is good at grades, sports, and good looks. He also has a good personality and has many friends. She is the male friend of Mid Summer, and she has a crush on the female protagonist, Cha Eun . In 2020, he appeared as Lee Chan-sol in the tvN D web drama “ Temperature of Language: Our Nineteen .” Lee Chan-sol is a high school senior preparing for the physical education department entrance exam and the male friend of the female protagonist, Woo Jin-ah . In 2020, he appeared as Kwak Ki-tae in the Netflix original series “ Human Class ”. He is Seo Min-hee's boyfriend and is a second-year student at Gyewang High School. His image changed with his acting, which was completely opposite to his previous roles. For this work, he was nominated for the Best New Actor Award at the 57th Baeksang Arts Awards . In November 2020, he appeared as Ha Kyung-hoon in the tvN drama Postpartum Care Center . Ha Kyung-hoon is a kind and personable delivery driver and is called Happy Man because of his charming smile. In the JTBC drama " Monster , which aired in February -April 2021, he appeared as a police officer at the Manyang police box. In the fall of the same year, KBS 2TV drama " Yeonmo appeared as Lee Hyun -hyun. In October 2024, he appeared as the main character Go Young in the TVING drama “ Love in the Big City ” for the first time since his debut.

Jeon Chang-geun

Jeon Chang-geun is a producer at Studio Flow, formerly a producer at JTBC and KBS. Served as an assistant director for the drama *Autumn in My Heart*.

Jin Soo-wan

Writer · Known for Chicago Typewriter

Jin Soo-wan (진수완) is a South Korean television screenwriter born on December 30, 1970. She launched her career in 1996 after winning the KBS Open Screenwriting Contest, contributing early on to the landmark youth series School 1 (1999) and School 2 (1999). Jin is celebrated for writing several of South Korea's most popular television dramas. Her major works include the period romance Capital Scandal (2007), the mega-hit fantasy historical series Moon Embracing the Sun (2012), and the critically acclaimed psychological drama Kill Me, Heal Me (2015), for which she won Best Screenwriter at the MBC Drama Awards. Her television credits also include the fantasy romance Chicago Typewriter (2017) and the time-travel youth drama Twinkling Watermelon (2023).

Park Sung-hoon

Cast · Known for KBS Drama Special, Squid Game

Park Sung-hoon (born February 18, 1985), is a South Korean actor. He started his acting career with a small role in the film A Frozen Flower (2008). He became known through the plays Rooftop Room Cat, The History Boys, and Model Students. Park began to attract attention with supporting roles in SBS' Three Days (2014), Six Flying Dragons (2015–2016) and Don't Dare to Dream (2016). It was through the film Gonjiam: Haunted Asylum (2018) and KBS 2TV's My Only One (2018–2019) that he garnered more popularity. He stepped up as a leading role in the KBS2 Wednesday-Thursday drama series Memorials. Park is better known in recent years for his villainous roles in the dramas The Glory (2022–2023) and Queen of Tears (2024), as well as playing the transgender ex-soldier Cho Hyun-ju in season 2 (2024) and season 3 (2025) of Netflix drama Squid Game.

Jung Kyung-ho

Jung Kyung Ho is a South Korean actor under Management Allum. Jung is the son of Jung Eul Young, veteran TV director, and frequent collaborator of writer Kim Soo Hyun in hit television dramas such as "Mom's Dead Upset", "My Husband's Woman", "Life Is Beautiful" and "Childless Comfort". Jung Eul Young was initially against his son pursuing acting, but Jung defied his father's wishes and moved out of the family home. Father and son did not speak for three years (they have since reconciled). Jung passed the KBS audition and was soon signed by leading talent agency SidusHQ. Along with four other newcomers from the agency, he made his acting debut in "5 Stars", a mobile drama produced by SidusHQ and broadcast over SK Telecom. A few minor roles on KBS followed. Jung's first major break came in the 2004 melodrama series "I'm Sorry, I Love You". Their respective agencies confirmed in January 2014 that Jung has been dating actress and singer Choi Soo Young from the girl group Girls' Generation since early 2013. They became acquainted as they attended the same church and went to the same university. In 2020, Jung starred in hit and critically acclaimed medical drama Hospital Playlist as Kim Jun-wan, an associate professor of cardiothoracic surgery. He reprised his role in season 2 in 2021.

Rain

Cast · Known for Bloodhounds

Jung Ji-hoon (정지훈), better known by his stage name Rain (비), is a South Korean singer-songwriter, actor, and music producer.  His acting career began in 2003, when he won the KBS Best New Actor award for his role in the drama "Sang Doo! Let's Go To School". In 2004, Rain won the KBS Excellence in Acting award for his role in the drama "Full House". After starring in "A Love To Kill", he acted in his first Korean film, "I'm a Cyborg, But That's OK" (2006), which won the Alfred Bauer Prize at the Berlin International Film Festival. Rain has acted in the American films "Speed Racer" (2008) and "Ninja Assassin" (2009), the latter of which made him the first Korean to win an MTV award.  Rain acted in another Korean film, "R2B: Return to Base", that was released in August 2012. In 2007, Rain left the management of JYP Entertainment and started his own company, J. Tune Entertainment.