Expressing emotions through tears can bring relief. Many South Korean actors are not ashamed to cry in different situations. They easily feel emotional but see it as normal.
Here are several Korean actors who cry easily and see it as natural, not a weakness. They shed tears easily because they’re not afraid to show their feelings.
1. Kim Soo Hyun
Kim Soo Hyun (instagram.com/soohyun_k216)Kim Soo Hyun admitted in a 2012 interview that he cries easily. He enjoys expressing his feelings through tears and doesn’t hold back. Sometimes, he even feels like crying for no reason. To cope, he watches sad movies like “Grave of Fireflies,” which can move him to tears for up to 10 minutes afterward.
2. Choi Jin Hyuk
Choi Jin Hyuk (instagram.com/real_jinhyuk)At a fan meeting in 2015, Choi Jin Hyuk confessed that he’s prone to tears. Despite this, he holds back during events to maintain a cheerful demeanor, especially before entering military service. In a 2013 interview, he mentioned that he can’t fake tears and often cries genuinely, like after filming “Gu Family Book.”
3. Lee Jong Suk
Lee Jong Suk (instagram.com/jongsuk0206)Lee Jong Suk shared in a 2016 interview that he’s been crying easily since his 25th birthday, possibly due to aging or colder weather. He channels his loneliness, particularly after his drama “I Can Hear Your Voice” ended, to evoke tears for acting roles.
4. Nam Joo Hyuk
Nam Joo Hyuk and Suzy (youtube.com/Netflix K-Content)During a content discussion in 2020, Nam Joo Hyuk and Bae Suzy both agreed that Nam Joo Hyuk appears tough but is actually soft-hearted. Nam Joo Hyuk himself admitted to having a gentle personality and being prone to tears.
5. Lee Dong Wook
Lee Dong Wook (instagram.com/leedongwook_official)In a 2022 YouTube program, Lee Dong Wook revealed that he used to cry easily in the past but now cries less due to experience. However, he still finds moments, especially in romantic situations, where he can’t help but cry.
6. Sol Kyung Gu
Sol Kyung Gu (instagram.com/cjes.tagram)In a 2010 interview with 10 Asia, Sol Kyung Gu disclosed that he cried alone while reading a film script in a motel room. Despite changes in his personal life, he still finds it easy to cry. He’s trying to control his tears more now but doesn’t associate it with depression.
For these South Korean actors, crying is a natural way to express emotions. They openly acknowledge their vulnerable side, proving their humanity.
