Lee Jong Suk's Dramas: From No-Pay 'Hymn of Death' to Hit 'W' and Upcoming 'Remarried Empress'

Actor Lee Jong Suk's drama appearances are currently drawing significant attention from fans both in Korea and internationally. There is particular interest in 'Hymn of Death,' a drama he participated in without a guarantee, 'W,' which gained immense popularity for its unique premise, and the upcoming Disney+ original series 'Remarried Empress.'

Lee Jong Suk appeared in the three-episode SBS drama 'Hymn of Death' in 2018 without receiving a fee. He chose this project due to his connection with director Park Soo-jin and his desire to contribute to a short drama, which tells a tragic love story. The 2016 drama 'W' saw its ratings soar from the first broadcast, reaching a peak of 13.8% and ranking first in its time slot, thanks to its groundbreaking concept of connecting the real world with a webtoon world. Lee Jong Suk played Kang Chul, the webtoon protagonist, delivering performances that spanned romance, mystery, and thriller. Recently, character stills for his role as Prince Heinley in the Disney+ original series 'Remarried Empress' have been released, raising expectations for his chemistry with actors Shin Min-a, Joo Ji-hoon, and Lee Se-young.

Bloggers have praised Lee Jong Suk's understated acting in 'Hymn of Death,' noting how well he embodied the character of Kim Woo-jin, with silent gazes between characters being particularly memorable. Regarding 'W,' they analyzed that its unprecedented world-building and premise captivated viewers, highlighting the moment Kang Chul realizes he is a webtoon character as a major plot twist. For the 'Remarried Empress' character stills, bloggers expressed anticipation, stating that Lee Jong Suk captured Heinley's diverse expressions, from sharp gazes to relaxed smiles, and is expected to subtly convey Heinley's varying demeanor depending on the person he interacts with.