Actor Cha Hak-yeon has been blending seamlessly into every character he takes on, proving his perfect versatility.
From the drama ‘Labor Attorney No Mu-jin’ to the Netflix series ‘Eunjung and Sangyeon’ and the Coupang Play series ‘The Absolute Value of Romance’, let’s take a look at how Cha Hak-yeon has captured viewers’ attention with his wide range of roles.
First, in the MBC drama ‘Labor Attorney No Mu-jin’, he played the role of YouTuber Gyeon-woo, radiating quirkiness and uniqueness. He showed off his exceptional friendliness and quick wit to find decisive evidence while helping ghost clients move on to the afterlife.
Furthermore, his playful and fast-paced chemistry with his fellow actors added even more fun to the show. Moving effortlessly between comedy and sly charm, Cha Hak-yeon solidified his position as a truly unique all-rounder actor.
In the Netflix series ‘Eunjung and Sangyeon’, he played the icon of a pure-hearted man. As Yu-chan, a colleague of Eunjung (played by Kim Go-eun) who harbors a one-sided love for her, Cha Hak-yeon delivered a dense emotional performance, portraying a steadfast heart that stays by her side even after being rejected.
In the currently airing Coupang Play series ‘The Absolute Value of Romance’, he is stealing the spotlight with a surprising twist behind his chic exterior. Playing Woo-soo, a “crispy on the outside, soft on the inside” tsundere math teacher, he initially maintained a cold attitude and strict standards for Ui-ju (played by Kim Hyang-gi), but revealed his hidden kindness by carrying her to the hospital the moment he found her collapsed.
He received praise for delicately portraying the shift in temperature, showing how he gradually goes from appearing indifferent to genuinely worrying about and taking care of his student.
With his outstanding ability to analyze roles and deliver passionate performances, he continues to fill his own filmography. This has fans eagerly anticipating what his next move will be.
Meanwhile, the Coupang Play series ‘The Absolute Value of Romance’ starring Cha Hak-yeon is released every Friday at 8 PM on Coupang Play.
