Get to know the ‘Best New Actor’ Choo Young Woo
Let us introduce you to one of the charismatic and heart-stealing Korean actors, Choo Young Woo!
Personal history & interesting facts
Choo Young Woo, born June 5, 1999, is a 26-year-old actor whose picturesque physical appearance suggests he comes from a family of performers.
At a young age, he possesses the potential of an artist. He once received an offer to become an idol scouted by JYP Entertainment.
His interest in history and foreign languages led him to his growing acting career under J Wide Company.
Drama & Movies
If you are currently looking for recommendations starring Choo Young Woo, here are the series and dramas you shouldn’t miss.
You Make Me Dance (2021)
Do you believe in the theory of the red thread? It is a string of fate that binds two people who are meant to be together.
In this series, you will witness the story of two different individuals and how they found solace with each other.
Young Woo made his acting debut in 2021 with the BL (Boys Love) mini series, You Make Me Dance, which is composed of 8 episodes. In this series, he played Song Shi On, a student pursuing contemporary dance destined to meet Jin Hong Seok (Won Hyung Hoon), the manager of Chachacha Capital, who is also the debt collector.
Police University (2021)
In the same remarkable year, he starred in the drama Police University. He portrayed the role of Park Min Kyu, one of the Police University Freshmen born in a family of lawyers and in elite-level courses.
School 2021 (2021)
Following the success of the anthology series, Young Woo led School 2021 alongside Kim Yo Han, Cho Yi Hyun, and Hwang Boreumbyul. It depicts the story of youths building friendships, chasing their dreams, and overcoming struggles.
Young Woo played the role of Jung Young Joo, a transferee who looks like a fiery student but is a kindhearted person.
Once Upon A Small Town (2022)
In 2022, he starred in the romcom series Once Upon A Small Town, wherein he played the role of Han Ji Yul, a veterinarian who relocated from Seoul to Huidong Village to take charge of his grandfather’s clinic.
Oasis (2023)
The story is set in the 1980s to 1990s and tells the story of teenagers who are brave enough to protect their dreams and friendships. Young Woo as Choi Chul Woong, an intelligent and competitive prosecutor.
The Tale of Lady Ok (2024)
Young Woo played a vital role in the historical drama The Tale of Lady Ok, in which he portrayed dual characters in a series!
He is known as Seung Hwi, a tale teller who covers his face with a veil, and Yoo Gyeum, the older brother of Do Gyeom (Kim Jae Won).
The Trauma Code: Heroes On Call (2025)
Young Woo played the role of Yang Jae Won/Anus/Number One, a medical top scholar student who became a part of the trauma team led by a genius trauma surgeon, Baek Kang Hyuk (Ju Ji Hoon).
Mercy For None (2025)
Moreover, Young Woo is also starring in the action noir series Mercy For None with seven episodes on Netflix.
Head Over Heels (2025)
Choo Young Woo recently starred in the series Head Over Heels. He is undeniably captivating every viewer with his character as Bae Gyeon Woo/Bongsu.
The story is about a shaman who is going to help and rescue the unfortunate fate of first love.
This drama reunited Choo Young Woo and Choi Yi Hyun, as they previously worked together in School 2021.
Awards & Recognitions
Many prestigious award-winning buddies recognize the effort of Choo Young Woo.
He won Best Actor and Global Rising Actor in the Asia Entertainer Awards 2025.
Moreover, he was again awarded as Best New Actor in the Baeksang Arts Awards 2025 for The Tale Of Lady Ok.
In the recently concluded 4th Blue Dragon Series Awards, Young Woo bagged the Best New Actor award for his outstanding performance in The Trauma Code: Heroes On Call.
Asia Fanmeeting Tour
In case you missed it, Young Woo held his successful fan meeting in Seoul last September 6, 2025. Adding to this activity, he is set to meet his fans in Bangkok, Taipei, Osaka, and Tokyo!
Many fans hope he will include Manila in his list of places to visit. PH Hoo Choos are thrilled to meet you, Young Woo!
Be updated with Choo Young Woo!
To know more about his activities, newest projects, and latest selfies, follow him on his verified Instagram account.
