South Korean actor Hyun Bin has won hearts around the world with his versatile acting and undeniable charm. As we celebrate his birthday, it’s a perfect opportunity to look back at some of the Kdramas that catapulted him to stardom and showcased his talent. Here are five of the best Kdramas starring Hyun Bin that you must watch:

1. My Name is Kim Sam-soon (2005) – Often considered the series that put Hyun Bin on the map, this romantic comedy drama tells the story of a pastry chef and her tumultuous relationship with a conceited restaurateur. Hyun Bin’s portrayal of the cold-hearted but eventually lovable Hyun Jin-heon earned him widespread recognition and popularity.

2. Secret Garden (2010) – This fantasy romance drama features a unique body-swapping storyline between a stuntwoman and a wealthy CEO, played by Hyun Bin. The show was not only a commercial success but also turned into a cultural phenomenon, further solidifying Hyun Bin’s status as a leading man in Korean entertainment.

3. Memories of the Alhambra (2018) – Blending elements of science fiction and suspense, this series stars Hyun Bin as an investment company CEO who gets entangled in mysterious incidents surrounding an augmented reality game. His intense performance received high praise and demonstrated his ability to handle complex characters.

4. Crash Landing on You (2019)– In what is perhaps his most famous role to date, Hyun Bin plays a North Korean army captain who falls in love with a South Korean heiress after she accidentally paraglides into North Korea. The cross-border love story captured viewers’ imaginations and became one of the highest-rated Kdramas in television history.

5. Hyde, Jekyll, Me (2015) – In this drama, Hyun Bin takes on dual roles as Goo Seo-jin, a chaebol heir with dissociative identity disorder, and his alternate personality Robin, an affectionate and free-spirited man. His ability to distinguish between the two personalities effortlessly showcased his range as an actor.

Hyun Bin has proven himself as an actor capable of diving into diverse genres and characters with each role he takes on. His performances have consistently received critical acclaim while winning over fans worldwide. As we wish him a happy birthday, we also look forward to his future works that will continue to enchant us with his artistic depth and charisma.