Lee Jong-won charms us once again as he takes up playing the lead role in yet another Kdrama. Performing opposite Kim Se-jeong, he is a sensitive brewmaster and CEO of Brewing Love (취하는 로맨스) where the two are already melting viewers’ hearts. His calm demeanour with the empathy he holds for those he can see through brings an intriguing side to his character which he very smoothly brings out on screen.
The actor is already pulling us into watching the show with his performance, but this isn’t the first time he has taken over the spotlight. Lee Jong-won certainly knows how to bring out the best of his character. So as Brewing Love Episode 3 hits us with another strike of his charm, we are here with a list of his shows that you cannot miss out on for the same reason.
With this, let’s begin!
7 Kdramas of Brewing Love Star Lee Jong-won
Bad-Memory Eraser
Playing the role of the brother who became the have it, Lee Jong-won plays a role that is something not easy to pull off. The conflicting emotions of his character are hidden deep within and the actor has managed to bring them all out onto the surface. He really takes you in for a ride as you develop a love-hate relationship with him.
Directed by Kim Na-young and Yoon Ji-hoon, he stars alongside Kim Jae-joong, Jin Se-yeon, Yang Hye-ji, Lee Ruby and other cast members. The plot revolves around an ex-tennis player gaining back his confidence after going through a procedure where his bad and traumatic memories are erased.
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Go, Back Diary
This short romantic drama is where Lee Jong-won started his Kdrama journey as he takes up the role of a very realistic young man. While promises of love and to stay forever made in our teenage years usually resolve in fairytales like Kdramas, this one is different. So don’t expect the pink bubbles to last long as the actor takes you on a different path of love and relationships.
Directed by Han Soo-ji, he stars alongside Kim Ye-ji, Ryu Hui-eun, Kim Soo-hyun, Jin Ho-eun, and other cast members. The plot revolves around a couple’s test against time as they promise to stay together forever. But will they be able to keep the promise 10 years down the line?
Our Baseball
This life, sports drama is one that will warm your hearts as you navigate through the many characters who come together for baseball. Lee Jong-won is part of this baseball team made up of normal office workers and shows you a part of adulting that we all go through at some point. With a realistic setting, he has you escape our mundane lives with his fellow teammates.
Directed by Kim Jong-chan, the actor stars alongside Park Jeong-hwa, Park Chul-min, Gong Jung-hwan, Dong Hyun-bae, and other cast members. The plot revolves around a group of normal office workers who come together to form a baseball team. Among them is their only female player who is on a job search.
The Golden Spoon
Playing the role of a chaebol with struggles of his own, Lee Jong-won take you beyond the lavish lives of the wealthy to show you the reality. His character is certainly intriguing in this show as he shows the dangers surrounding him along with the expectations that are held for him. Along with this, he brings out an innocence that only wishes for love.
Directed by Song Hyun-wook and Lee Han-joon, he stars alongside Yook Sung-jae, Jung Chae-yeon, Yeonwoo, Choi Dae-chul, and other cast members. The plot revolves around a smart yet poverty-stricken boy who gets the opportunity to change his life with the help of a magical golden spoon.
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How to Hate You
While this youth rom-com got the attention of NCT fans, Lee Jong-won made sure to catch the eyes of viewers with his character. He really did bring the spotlight to himself as he matched the aura of his cast members while bringing out the best of his character. Once again proving to be an eye-catcher, this fluffy drama is a pleasure to watch.
Directed by Lee Jong-won, he stars alongside Na Jae-min, Kim Ji-in, Kim Yoo-jin, Ahn Yu-jeong, and other cast members. The plot revolves around the dating adventures of a young girl on campus where she struggles to balance her relationships and friendships.
Jal Pa Gin Love
This office romance drama is not easy to watch, but Lee Jong-won makes sure to deliver another intriguing performance for the audience. He brings out a charming vibe in this Kdrama and makes sure to leave a mark on the audience.
He acts alongside Joo Hye-ji, Jang Eui-soo, Oh Chae-eun, and other cast members in this Kdrama. The plot revolves around an office worker who falls in love with a newcomer and asks her best friend for help. Unaware that he holds feelings for her, he works to bring her happiness even if it’s not with him.
Knight Flower
Finally, this historical comedy-drama is one you shouldn’t miss out on as Lee Jong-won takes on the role of a senior palace official. With comic banters between him and the heroic female lead that slowly builds up their relationship, this is a show that you cannot miss out on. A simple entertainer, the actor is sure to leave you hooked on the show for a long time.
Directed by Jang Tae-yoo and Choi Jung-in, he stars alongside Lee Ha-nee, Lee Ki-woo, Kim Sang-joong, Park Se-hyun, and other cast members. The plot revolves around a senior palace official who comes across a hero and finds out that it is none other than a widow of a prestigious noble family.
Which of these Kdramas are you going to watch next? Let us know in the comments below!
Brewing Love is streaming on Viki.
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