The Hwarang cast is sure to amaze you with their impeccable acting skills! In the storyline of the K-drama, Queen Jiso, the ruler of Silla, creates the Hwarang, aka the flower knights, to protect the crown prince from the power-hungry nobles. The story tells the story of these handsome young men who were called Hwarangs who became the reason for the unification of Korea’s three kingdoms. Although there were many other Hwarang warriors that stole our hearts, the plot revolves around three main characters named Moo Myung, Kim Ah Ro, and Sammaekjong. Moo Myung was looked down upon as a lowly birth but now is one of the most legendary Hwarang warriors that existed. He decided to take up upon his friend Kim Sunwoo who was killed by the Queen’s Regent’s men.
Next up is Kim Ah Ro, a half-breed who works day and night to support her family but keeps a bright smile despite all of the hardships she faces. Lastly comes the character, which is the reason behind the Hwarang’s creation Sammaekjong. He had been sent to hiding and joined the Hwarang under the name Kim Ji Dwi. The supporting cast of Hwarang includes many talented people like BTS’s V and Shinee’s Minho. Get to know more about the Hwarang cast here!
1. Park Seo Joon
Park Seo Joon is one of the most popular actors in the South Korean industry. After his success as a part of the Hwarang cast, Park Seo Joon went on to create many more iconic K-series like Fight For My Way, Kill Me, Heal Me, What’s Wrong With Secretary Kim, and Itaewon Class. Due to his effortless chemistry with every co-star, he has been dubbed the “master of romantic comedy”.
2. Go Ah Ra
Go Ah Ra started her career in the entertainment industry by auditioning for SM Entertainment. Soon enough, she won the SM Entertainment Teen Model Contest and made her debut with Sharp#1. It is not surprising that she bagged the main role in her first-ever K-drama due to her acting skills. She even won the Best Young Actress at the KBS DRama Wards for her role in Sharp#1. Go Ah Ra is popularly known for her roles in Reply 1994, Heading to the Ground, You’re All Surrounded, Black, Ms. Hammurabi, and Do Do Sol Sol La La Sol. Fans had absolutely loved her acting as a part of the Hwarang cast!
3. Park Hyung Sik
Park Hyung Sik, aka the heartthrob of the K-drama community, is a part of the Hwarang cast. Legend has it that no one can resist his puppy eyes and his cute charms! Not to mention you can literally tell the emotions his character is feeling just by looking at his facial expressions. He has been setting the bar high for men through countless K-dramas like The Heirs, Strong Woman Do Bong Soon, Happiness, and Soundtrack#1. He has been planning to make his comeback this year with the K-drama Youth, Climb the Barrier.
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