13 times Kim Seon Ho will captivate you with his different roles!

Kim Seon Ho stands out as an actor of immense charisma and talent, effortlessly captivating audiences and winning hearts. His journey began on the theatrical stage, a foundation that paved the way for his successful drama debut in 2017. Since then, he has graced numerous dramas, embodying a diverse array of characters that powerfully showcase his exceptional acting range.

Check out these 13 remarkable roles of Kim Seon Ho:

1. Seon Sang Tae (Good Manager)

Kim Seon Ho made his screen debut in the drama Good Manager in 2017. He plays the role of a naive, diligent, and adorable nerd named Seon Sang Tae. He is the youngest employee in the accounting department. Kim Seon Ho perfectly portrayed his respective role here as a warm-hearted and romantic person who becomes even more lovable when his love life starts to bloom.

2. Oh Jin Gyu (Strongest Deliveryman)

Followed by his successful screen debut in the same year, Kim Seon Ho transformed into a spoiled chaebol heir who enjoys life lightheartedly in the drama Strongest Deliveryman. Even if he came from a wealthy family, he is very lonely and has low self-confidence due to his abusive father. From being a bull-headed person, he changes into a different and better person after he becomes a part of the deliveryman community. His character here proves that every person can become a better version of themselves if they are willing and persistent to do so.

3. Gong Su Chang (Two Cops)

One of the funny roles Kim Seon Ho played was Gong Su Chang in Two Cops. Gong Su Chang is a con artist whose spirit comically possesses Cha Dong Tak’s body. Su Chang’s character radiates an infectious positive energy, guaranteed to brighten any day. Seon Ho and Jung Suk’s tandem is one of the best! Seon Ho showed great chemistry with his co-actors, especially with Jung Suk and Hyeri.

4. Kim Rae Wan (You Drive Me Crazy)

For anyone who’s ever found themselves falling for a long-time friend, Kim Rae Wan’s character offers a deeply relatable journey. Rae Wan and his female friend, Eun Sung, have been friends for 8 years and found their dynamic irrevocably altered when they unexpectedly shared a night together. They decided to pretend that it didn’t happen for the sake of their friendship, but eventually didn’t resist what they truly felt for each other, it was more than friends!

5. Jung Je Yun (100 Days My Prince)

We really can’t hide the fact that Kim Seon Ho looks good in whatever wardrobe he wears, and 100 Days My Prince is the proof that he can slay as well wearing Korean traditional hanboks. He plays the intelligent, humorous, and charming role of Jung Je Yun, who works at the Police Bureau. He has a condition called Prosopagnosia, wherein he can’t recognize faces. The only face that he could recognize was Hong Shim’s face, whom he had a one-sided love for. The crown prince, Lee Yul, becomes his romantic rival, but it doesn’t affect his loyalty and respect for the crown prince.

6. Cha U Sik (Welcome to Waikiki 2)

Cha U Sik is one of the amusing roles that Kim Seon Ho has portrayed in Welcome to Waikiki 2. Cha U Sik desires to become a singer, but he ends up running a guesthouse with his friends instead. He is a very diligent person and a reliable friend. His character as Cha U Sik can really brighten up your day, same as Gong Su Chang in Two Cops.

7. Go Ji Seok (Catch the Ghost)

Go Ji Seok is one of Seon Ho’s roles that will definitely resonate with the audience. Ji Seok is a good son to his mother with dementia. Witness his tender care and profound love as he masterfully balances the demands of his career with his mother’s needs. This series promises a rich tapestry of emotions, seamlessly blending drama, action, comedy, romance, and mystery, all skillfully balanced by Ji Seok’s captivating humor.

8. Han Ji Pyeong (Start Up)

Han Ji Pyeong is the most heartbreaking yet heartwarming role of Kim Seon Ho in the hit drama series Start Up. His character may have a sharp tongue, but he is actually soft inside, thus he is called ” Good Boy”. Han Ji Pyeong really induced a great impact for being a “Second Male Lead”. It was heart-rending to see him belatedly realize what he truly feels for Dal Mi. Nevertheless, Han Ji Pyeong is really an inspiration to everyone in terms of achieving their dreams.

9. Hong Du Sik (Hometown Cha-Cha-Cha)

Kim Seon Ho plays the role of the master of all trades, Hong Du Sik, in a rom-com healing series, Hometown Cha Cha Cha. Hong Du Sik is a hard-working, smart, and kind-hearted person who is willing to help others in times of need. His chemistry with his leading lady, Shin Min Ah, was also impressive; it was so natural and very heart-fluttering. Hong Banjang is one of my favorite Seon Ho’s roles.

10. Director Choe (The Tyrant)

Director Choi is someone who wants to protect “The Tyrant Project” at all costs. He keeps calm, he’s cold-headed, and in the face of the crisis, he can even enjoy a nice brunch. He is a man who will do anything and everything to achieve his goals. Seon Ho’s spectacular performance here will captivate you.

11. Park Chung Seob (When Life Gives You Tangerines)

Park Chung Seob is an artist who became Geum Myoung’s husband. Kim Seon Ho only made a special appearance here, but his role made a great impact on all the viewers and is iconic for his adorable winking and fainting reaction when he first saw Geum Myoung wearing her wedding dress. Seon Ho and IU also showed an unexpected romantic and comical chemistry in this series.

12. Joo Ho Jin (Can This Love be Translated)

Kim Seon Ho plays the role of Joo Ho Jin, a multilingual interpreter. Seon Ho speaking in different languages in this series will impress you. Beyond his linguistic skills, Seon Ho masterfully embodies the diverse expressions of love, conveying a rich tapestry of emotions through Joo Ho Jin’s every gaze, utterance, and gesture.

13. Nobleman (The Childe)

The Childe is Kim Seon Ho’s debut film, in which he portrayed the role of a nobleman who chases Marco. Seon Ho’s commanding presence in this film is undeniably magnetic, with his action sequences leaving audiences spellbound. His memorable line, “Ngumiti ka naman d’yan, ako’ng bahala sayo,” resonated deeply, igniting a fervent flutter in the hearts of Filipino Seonhohadas.

What role of Kim Seon Ho do you like the most, Seonhohadas? 

Writer’s Note: This article was originally published on September 8, 2021, and revised on May 25, 2026, for accuracy and comprehensiveness.