Yoo Yeon-seok Reunites with Seo Hyun-jin for MBC's New Drama 'Liar'

Actor Yoo Yeon-seok is drawing significant attention as he reunites with Seo Hyun-jin for MBC's new Friday-Saturday drama 'Liar' after a decade. The two previously worked together in SBS's 'Dr. Romantic' Season 1 in 2016, and this time they will collaborate on a thriller genre exploring conflicting memories and the pursuit of truth. 'Liar' is scheduled to premiere on October 30 at 9:50 PM KST.

Yoo Yeon-seok, whose birth name is Ahn Yeon-seok, was born on April 11, 1984, making him 42 years old (as of 2026). He stands at 183cm tall and debuted in 2003 with the film 'Oldboy'. His extensive filmography includes notable works such as 'Architecture 101', 'A Werewolf Boy', 'Reply 1994', 'Dr. Romantic', and 'Mr. Sunshine'. He is currently managed by King Kong by Starship. In 'Liar', he plays Min Jun-ho, a cardiothoracic surgeon and single father, whose life intertwines with Kang Ji-sun, played by Seo Hyun-jin.

Bloggers highlight Yoo Yeon-seok's broad acting range and consistent career, praising his talent and philanthropic efforts, such as donating proceeds from his photo essays. They specifically mention his portrayal of Kang Dong-joo in 'Dr. Romantic', showcasing his character's growth, and his popular role as Chilbong in 'Reply 1994'. There is considerable anticipation for his transformation into a thriller actor in 'Liar'.