Cover South Korean actor and model Hong Min-gi has rapidly built a versatile television filmography by consistently choosing diverse, genre-hopping roles that bypass the traditional romantic lead trajectory (Photo: IMDb)
South Korean actor and model Hong Min-gi has rapidly built a versatile television filmography by consistently choosing diverse, genre-hopping roles that bypass the traditional romantic lead trajectory (Photo: IMDb)
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Binge-watch your way through the varied filmography of Hong Min-gi, the actor quietly conquering your watchlist
If you have spent any length of time scrolling through your streaming watchlist lately, you have likely noticed a fresh face quietly taking over the South Korean entertainment scene. South Korean actor and model Hong Min-gi has rapidly become one of those performers who seems to pop up in every major release, yet he somehow manages to avoid looking or feeling the same in any of them. From high-stakes psychological thrillers that leave you guessing to breezy campus romances and high-pressure medical setups, his filmography is shaping up to be remarkably varied.
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‘Doctor on the Edge’ (2026)
Above An elite surgeon battles severe psychological trauma and a demanding rival while navigating a sudden romance at a remote island health centre
This medical romance series shifts its focus away from traditional large-scale urban hospitals to a remote, isolated setting. The narrative follows Do Ji-ui (Lee Jae-wook), an elite plastic surgeon who fulfills his mandatory military service as a public health doctor on Pyeondongdo, an island widely avoided by medical professionals. Haunted by a deep-seated fear of the sea and past trauma, he views the assignment as an inescapable prison. His path intersects with Yuk Hari (Shin Ye-eun), a secretive nurse who left the city behind to work at the same rural health centre. As the two individuals frequently cross paths in the small community, a romance develops whilst they navigate their respective psychological wounds. Within this framework, Hong Min-gi portrays Hyun Chi-yeon, a key figure operating inside the isolated medical facility. The production also features Lee Soo-kyung as an emergency medicine specialist and Kim Yoon-woo in central roles.
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‘To My Beloved Thief’ (2026)
Above A Joseon-era physician living a double life as a righteous thief finds her world upended when a supernatural twist binds her fate to an investigating prince
Set during the Joseon era, this series blends historical drama, romantic comedy and fantasy elements. The plot centres on Hong Eun-jo (Nam Ji-hyun), a female physician who lives a double life as a righteous thief, stealing from corrupt officials to support impoverished commoners. Her activities draw the attention of Yi Yeol (Moon Sang-min), a resourceful grand prince who secretly conducts criminal investigations. The narrative takes a supernatural turn when a mysterious bracelet, presented by a young monk, causes the souls of the two protagonists to swap, forcing them to navigate each other's worlds amidst the complexities of royal duty and identity. In this production, Hong Min-gi portrays Im Jae-yi, the structured rival to the grand prince. Raised under the rigid control of his father, his character undergoes an emotional shift after encountering Eun-jo at his family's mansion, making him aware of his long-suppressed desires.
‘Crushology 101’ (2025)
Above A university student tries to move past her disastrous first love, only to find herself at the chaotic centre of a highly competitive campus romance
Based on a popular webtoon, this coming-of-age campus romance follows the chaotic university life of Ban Hee-jin, also known as Bunny (Roh Jeong-eui). After surviving a disastrous relationship with her first love, Bunny finds herself unexpectedly pursued by multiple attractive male students upon entering college. The series chronicles the resulting competitive courtship and social drama. Lee Chae-min stars as Hwang Jae-yeol, whilst Cho Jun-young takes the role of Cha Ji-won. Hong Min-gi appears as Jin Hyun-oh, one of the distinct suitors contributing to the crowded romance dynamic. The supporting cast includes Kim Hyun-jin and Kim Min-chul, with the series focusing heavily on the lighter, comedic elements of contemporary student life and modern relationship dynamics.
‘Study Group’ (2025)
Above A physically gifted but academically struggling student forms an unconventional high school study group while secretly working to uncover the truth behind a family tragedy
This action-heavy youth drama focuses on the brutal realities of academic pressure and student delinquency. The story revolves around Yoon Ga-min (Hwang Min-hyun), a student enrolled at the notoriously chaotic Yuseong Technical High School. Whilst Ga-min possesses an immense desire to study and get into college, he lacks academic talent but possesses extraordinary physical fighting skills. To achieve his goals, he establishes an unconventional study group that unexpectedly attracts the school's most notorious troublemakers. Alongside Han Ji-eun, who plays a teacher, and Cha Woo-min, Hong Min-gi assumes the role of Park Geon-yeop, a first-year student who becomes an essential member of the group. His personal narrative introduces a serious undercurrent to the comedy, as his motivations are driven by a clandestine struggle to uncover the truth behind the murder of his mother, a former teacher at the school.
‘Night Has Come’ (2023)
Above A routine high school field trip turns into a psychological nightmare when a class is forced to play a lethal, real-life version of the Mafia game
This psychological thriller introduces a deadly, high-stakes scenario involving a class of high school students. During a field trip to a remote retreat centre, the second-year students of Yooil High School are suddenly forced to participate in a real-life, lethal version of the Mafia game. With their mobile devices serving as the primary interface for voting, the teenagers must identify the hidden killers among them before the clock runs out each night. The series stars Lee Jae-in, Kim Woo-seok, Choi Ye-bin and Cha Woo-min as they navigate intense paranoia and shifting alliances. Hong Min-gi appears as Jang Hyun-ho, a member of the class caught up in the life-or-death crisis, where every accusation carries immediate, fatal consequences for the student body.
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