New York Times 2018 included multi-hyphenate Korean star Yoo Ah-in in its list of Best Actors.
This does not come as a surprise though for Ah-in first trained as a K-pop idol. He is also known for portraying dynamic characters on TV and the big screen.
Ah-in or Uhm Hong-sik in real life was born in October 1986 in Daegu, South Korea. He is the youngest of three children and has two older sisters.
He played Oh Joon-woo in the zombie apocalypse movie '#Alive' in 2020. He also starred in the Netflix series 'Hellbound' as a cult leader.
Other than the action genre shows, he starred in the 2014 hit K-drama series, 'Secret Affair' where he played the role of a talented musician who's a little clumsy in love with his teacher's wife, played by Kim Hee-ae.
Having different kinds of roles, Ah-in is just a chameleon in front of the camera, who can play a multitude of characters.
His talent has been recognized as well, both in South Korea and internationally.
In 2021, he won Best Actor in the film category for his performance in 'Voice of Silence' at the 57th Baeksang Arts Awards. The same project earned him the Best Actor trophy too in the 25th Fantasia International Film Festival.
Check out Yoo Ah-in his most dashing looks in this gallery.
Aside from his looks, Yoo Ah-in is a gifted actor and prolific writer. According to reports, he developed his passion for writing at a young age like doing poems.
Looking dapper in the men's issue of Grazia China in 2018
Ah-in is the first Asian actor to become the global model for Italian fashion brand Diesel.
He's a supporter of Korean fashion label Juun.J by designer Jung Wook-jun
Yoo Ah-in can effortlessly carry this print from Burberry. He's also an ambassador for the British luxury brand.
Money shot from his magazine photo shoot three years ago with Harper Bazaar's Korea
He can make even this simple white OOTD look even edgy
It's hard to focus between the magnificent Cartier watch and Oppa Ah-in.
Did you know that Ah-in is good friends with Song Hye-kyo? Here's a throwback photo with Hye-kyo's ex-partner Song Joong-ki and Park Bo-gum.
You can't go wrong with a nice black leather jacket
W Korea handpicks Yoo Ah-in for their “Hottest Men” issue in July 2014.
In November 2021, Yoo Ah-in starred in the Netflix sci-fi thriller 'Hellbound' as Jin-soo, a cult leader of the New Truth Society.
Every angle of Yoo Ah-in is picture perfect!
"I love you, don't pay me," Yoo Ah-in captioned this photo that shows him wearing a stylish yellow coat.
Check out this throwback photo of Yoo Ah-in portraying a talented pianist in the 2014 K-drama hit series, 'Secret Affair.' Not only did he excel in his role with his charming demeanor, but he also displayed his incredible piano skills.
With his dashing looks and a bit of creativity, Ah-in's photo is definitely an artistic masterpiece!
The Korean artist looks cool and hip in his trendy ensemble.
Dressed in a Bottega Veneta ensemble, Yoo Ah-in attended a special art event, sparking speculation that it was hosted by the renowned artist Gaetano Pesce, who was tagged in the actor's picture.
Ah-in's visuals are truly remarkable! He looks incredibly stylish and dashing in this magazine photo.
This black-and-white photo exudes an aesthetic that is unique to Korean idols. What's more, Yoo Ah-in looks amazing in his oversized outfit.