Lee Do Hyun Discharged from Military, Becomes '10 Million Actor' During Service, Confirms Comeback Film 'Nambol'

Actor Lee Do Hyun enlisted in the Air Force military band and honor guard unit on August 14, 2023, and was honorably discharged as a sergeant on May 13, 2025. During his military service in 2024, his debut film 'Exhuma' surpassed 10 million viewers, earning him the title of a '10 Million Actor' and generating significant buzz. Following his discharge, he has resumed active engagements, including attending the Prada fashion show in Milan, drawing public attention.

Born in 1995, Lee Do Hyun, whose birth name is Lim Dong Hyun, debuted in the 2017 tvN drama 'Prison Playbook'. He gained recognition through roles in popular works such as 'Hotel Del Luna', '18 Again', 'Sweet Home', 'Youth of May', 'The Glory', and 'The Good Bad Mother'. His portrayal of Joo Yeo Jeong in 'The Glory' brought him international fame, and he showcased a powerful transformation as the shaman Bong Gil in 'Exhuma'.

Bloggers note that Lee Do Hyun's career momentum has remained strong, with hardly any perceived hiatus during his military service. He has confirmed the martial arts action film 'Nambol' as his comeback project, where he will star alongside Lee Byung-hun. He is set to play Bo Kyung, a fierce warrior leading the vanguard to rescue captives from Japanese pirates in early Joseon, promising to display a new side of his acting. Expectations are high for his acting range and future endeavors.