Hometown Cha-Cha-Cha, Start Up, Welcome to Waikiki 2: Celebrating Kim Seon-ho's must-watch K-dramas on his birthday!

It's time to celebrate the birthday of everyone's favorite dimpled heartthrob, Kim Seon-ho, as he turns 38 today! This charming actor continues to steal hearts with his irresistible smile and impeccable performances. Whether he's cracking cases in crime dramas, donning historical attire, or melting hearts in romantic tales, Kim Seon-ho never fails to leave us swooning. So, let's take a peek at a handful of titles that are sure to tickle your fancy and make your dimples deepen just like Kim Seon-ho's!

‘100 Days My Prince’ follows the story of Crown Prince Lee Yool (EXO's D.O.), who suffers a severe injury during an ambush, leading to amnesia. Saved by Hong Sim's father, Lee Yool faces unexpected challenges when he learns that under a marriage decree, 28-year-old Hong Sim (Nam Ji-hyun) must wed or face punishment for remaining single. Hong-sim's father exploits Lee Yool's condition, causing him to lose his status as Crown Prince and become engaged to Hong-sim. Over the span of 100 days, their bond grows stronger as they develop deeper feelings for each other. Kim Seon-ho portrays Jung Jae-yoon, the personal advisor to the Crown Prince, who struggles with prosopagnosia or ‘face blindness’. Despite this condition, he can only recognize Hong-sim's face, and harbors unrequited feelings for her.

In this drama, the Korean police theme takes a fresh turn, particularly focusing on the unique domain of subway police, distinguishing it from other dramas in the genre. Moon Geun-young, known as the ‘National Little Sister’, and Kim Seon-ho headline the cast. Despite it being their first collaboration, their undeniable chemistry shines through in both intense and light-hearted scenes. Kim Seon-ho portrays Ko Ji-seok, a charming police officer who aids the female protagonist, Yoo Ryeong (Moon Geun-young), in solving the mystery surrounding her sister's disappearance. He often finds himself tidying up the messes created by Ryeong's actions.

‘Hometown Cha-Cha-Cha' follows the tale of Hye-Jin (Shin Min-ah), a prosperous dentist residing and practicing in Seoul. However, after she courageously resigns from her position in objection to her greedy boss and impulsively shares her ordeal online while intoxicated, her boss ensures she is unable to secure employment in Seoul again. Seeking peace, she journeys to the seaside village of Gongjin, opting to establish her own dental practice there. However, adapting to small-town life proves challenging, leading to frequent clashes with the town handyman, Hong Du-Sik (Kim Seon-ho), a respected figure known for his assistance to the locals. Despite their apparent differences, their paths frequently intersect, ultimately leading to an unexpected love story.

‘Start-Up’ is based in the fictional Sandbox, often referred to as the ‘Silicon Valley of Korea’ and follows the story of young entrepreneurs as they make efforts to start their business. The series features talented young actors including Bae Suzy, Kang Han-na and Nam Joo-hyuk. In the series, Kim Seon-ho portrays Han Ji-pyeong, a character with a troubled past who achieves success through hard work. Despite harboring unrequited love for the female lead, he selflessly sacrifices his feelings for her well-being, leaving fans emotionally shattered. The drama catapulted Kim Seon-ho into the public eye, despite his role being secondary. His performance as a supporting character sparked second lead syndrome among viewers.

Lee Joon Ki (Lee Yi-kyung), the owner of the Waikiki guesthouse, finds himself struggling to keep the business afloat due to declining popularity and financial difficulties. Faced with the looming threat of bankruptcy, he turns to his friends Cha Woo Shik (Kim Seon-ho) and Kook Ki Bong (Shin Hyun-su), seeking their investment to revive the guesthouse. Cha Woo Shik harbors dreams of becoming a singer but is known for his picky nature. On the other hand, Kook Ki Bong, once a promising baseball player, now finds himself relegated to the minor leagues. Following Lee Joon Ki's plea, they collectively invest their funds into the Waikiki Guesthouse and decide to reside there together. This decision sets the stage for comedic mishaps in every episode.