Kim Wook

Kim Wook, born April 9, 1992, in South Korea, has this kind of low-key intensity that sneaks up on you in his performances. People might remember him most from “The Worst of Evil” (2023)—which, honestly, if you haven’t seen it, you’re probably missing out on some of the best gritty crime drama South Korea’s cranked out in recent years. He nails that vibe where you’re not sure if you should trust him or not, and that’s half the fun. Before he was breaking out in newer series, Kim actually appeared in “Solimsa wangseo bang” way back in 1983. Yeah, that’s a deep cut, and honestly, most folks probably wouldn’t clock him from that role unless they’re hardcore film buffs. Fast forward a couple decades, and he pops up again in “Recalled” (2021), which leans heavy on the psychological thriller angle. He’s got a knack for picking roles where you can’t quite pin down his character’s motives, which kind of makes you want to rewatch scenes just to see what you missed the first time. Off screen, you don’t see Kim splashed across every magazine or tabloid, which makes him feel a bit mysterious—like he just drops in for the good stuff and then dips out before the hype gets weird. That’s rare these days, right? He’s not just an actor, he’s more like one of those chameleons who waits for the perfect moment and then totally steals the show. If he keeps this up, you’ll be hearing his name a lot more, guaranteed.