Have you ever watched a K-drama where the actor playing the villain is so convincing that you find yourself torn between admiration and disdain? The depth with which these actors embody their roles is remarkable, and among the plethora of K-drama villains, here are seven who are particularly infuriating.
1. Park Yeon Jin from "The Glory"
Who didn't loathe Park Yeon Jin? Her character's brutal bullying in school and repugnant personality as an adult made her one of the most despicable figures in K-drama history.
2. Kim Myeong Gil from "Bloodhounds"
The elusive Kim Myeong Gil, who preyed on struggling families for personal gain, was frustratingly difficult to catch, making him a particularly aggravating villain.
3. Min Joon Gook from "I Can Hear Your Voice"
Min Joon Gook's 'crazy eyes' epitomized the obsessed villain. His blinding quest for revenge clouded his logic, making him an unforgettable and irritating antagonist.
4. Jang Dae Hee from "Itaewon Class"
Rich and powerful, Jang Dae Hee used his wealth and status to suppress his rival, Park Sae Roi, making his every move in the pocha world a source of frustration for viewers.
5. Jung Soo Min from "Marry My Husband"
Jung Soo Min's duplicitous nature in "Marry My Husband" was both intriguing and annoying. Her pretense of innocence and underlying inferiority complex added layers to her character's antagonism.
6. Jang Jun Woo from "Vincenzo"
Jang Jun Woo's unshakeable composure made him an especially vexing villain. His indifference to threats and determination to escalate his malevolence were both chilling and exasperating.
7. Song Shi Ho from "Weightlifting Fairy Kim Bok Joo"
Song Shi Ho's audacity to pursue her ex-boyfriend, despite being the one who ended things and knowing his feelings for someone else, added a frustrating twist to her character's arc.
Which other K-drama villains have left you feeling a mix of awe and annoyance? Share your picks with us!
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Feel like these are all the super over-the-top kind of villain. The ones I really despise are the more realistic ones like the cheating boss in "My Mister" or the insane mom in "Something in the Rain."