Lee Chae-min, Moon Sang-min, Kim Jae-won: Male Leads Born in the 2000s

Actors born in the 2000s, Lee Chae-min, Moon Sang-min, and Kim Jae-won, are emerging as new stars, consecutively landing leading roles. Based on their outstanding looks, charm, and steady growth, they are leading a generational shift in television dramas.

Born in 2000, Lee Chae-min gained attention for his work in the teen romance genre since his debut. He particularly exploded in popularity after being quickly cast in the drama 'The Tyrant's Chef,' captivating viewers with his fresh visuals and charm. Through this project, he firmly established himself in historical dramas and is recognized for taking another leap as a leading actor with his versatile performances spanning romance and comedy. The high viewership ratings and buzz surrounding 'The Tyrant's Chef,' along with its popularity overseas on Netflix, served as an opportunity to widely introduce Lee Chae-min to international K-content fandoms.

Following 'The Tyrant's Chef,' Lee Chae-min has been actively pursuing his career, receiving numerous offers for leading roles. He is also set to showcase a friendly and new side of himself through the Netflix variety show 'Why Are We Hiking?'

Another actor born in the 2000s, Moon Sang-min, is also growing at an astonishing pace. In the recently concluded drama 'My Dearest Bandit,' he stirred the hearts of female viewers with his delicate gaze and tall, handsome visuals. Subsequently, in the film 'Pavane,' he portrayed Gyeong-rok, a young man burdened by a painful family history and harsh reality, depicting both his weariness with a cold world and his pure heart, creating a new youth character.

Along with the positive reviews for 'Pavane,' Moon Sang-min's recognition and favorability are on the rise. His 190cm stature and his down-to-earth yet affectionate personality are cited as his charming points, helping him grow his fandom. His next project is the Netflix drama 'Beauty in the Beast' (tentative title), where he is expected to make his name known once again through a youth fantasy romance drama.