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Bios and Profiles of the 5 Main Characters in the TV Show Chief Detective 1958

The TV show Chief Detective 1958 immediately grabbed viewers’ attention, with ratings soaring into double digits during its premiere on Friday (19/4/2024). According to Nielsen Koreadrama, Lee Je Hoon’s return to television contributed to a 10.1 percent rating surge.

This show is significant as it serves as a prequel to the 1971 drama Chief Inspector. Additionally, actors like Lee Je Hoon and Lee Dong Hwi have been lauded for their performances.

1. Lee Je Hoon

Biodata and Profiles of the 5 Main Players in the 1958 Drama Chief DetectiveStill cut Korean drama Chief Detective 1958 (Instagram.com/mbcdrama_now)
  • Character Name: Park Young Han
  • Birthplace: Jongno, Seoul, South Korea
  • Date of Birth: July 4, 1984
  • Citizenship: South Korea
  • Years Active: 2007 – present
  • Agency: COMPANY ON
  • Occupation: Actor, director, scriptwriter
  • Education: Korea National University of Arts, Major in Drama
  • Instagram: @leejehoon_official

Profile: Lee Je Hoon initially studied biotechnology but shifted his focus to acting, attending the School of Drama at Korea National University of Arts. He gained recognition through films like Architecture 101 (2012) and has since become a staple in Korean dramas, notably in Taxi Driver 2 (2023), where he earned a Daesang at the 2023 SBS Drama Awards.

2. Lee Dong Hwi

Biodata and Profiles of the 5 Main Players in the 1958 Drama Chief DetectiveStill cut Korean drama Chief Detective 1958 (Instagram.com/mbcdrama_now)
  • Real Name: Lee Dong Hwi
  • Character Name: Kim Sang Sun
  • Birthplace: Gangdong, Seoul, South Korea
  • Date of Birth: July 22, 1985
  • Citizenship: South Korea
  • Years Active: 2013 – present
  • Agency: COMPANY ON
  • Occupation: Actor and singer
  • Instagram: @dlehdgnl

Profile: Lee Dong Hwi made his debut in the film industry with Run to the South (2013) and gained attention for his role in Replay 1988 (2015). He’s recognized for his work in feature films, such as Extreme Jobs (2019) and dramas like Big Bet (2022).

3. Choi Woo Sung

Biodata and Profiles of the 5 Main Players in the 1958 Drama Chief DetectiveStill cut Korean drama Chief Detective 1958 (Instagram.com/mbcdrama_now)
  • Real Name: Choi Woo Sung
  • Character Name: Jo Gyeong Hwan
  • Birthplace: South Korea
  • Date of Birth: May 21, 1997
  • Citizenship: South Korea
  • Years Active: 2018 – present
  • Agency: AM Entertainment
  • Occupation: Actor
  • Education: Dongguk University, Theatre
  • Instagram: @c.woo_sung

Profile: Choi Woo Sung made his debut in Double Patty (2021) and gained recognition through roles in dramas like The King: Eternal Monarch (2020) and My Roommate Is a Gumiho (2021). He received the Best New Actor award at the 2022 Golden Cinematography Awards.

4. Yoon Hyun Soo

Biodata and Profiles of the 5 Main Players in the 1958 Drama Chief DetectiveStill cut Korean drama Chief Detective 1958 (Instagram.com/mbcdrama_now)
  • Real Name: Yoon Hyun Soo
  • Character Name: Seo Ho Jeong
  • Birthplace: South Korea
  • Date of Birth: March 17, 1999
  • Citizenship: South Korea
  • Years Active: 2021 – present
  • Agency: Outer Universe
  • Occupation: Actor
  • Instagram: @hyvn_soo

Profile: Yoon Hyun Soo debuted in Racket Boys (2021) and gained attention for his role in A Good Day to Be a Dog (2023). He’s known for his diverse roles in both dramas and films.

5. Seo Eun Soo

Biodata and Profiles of the 5 Main Players in the 1958 Drama Chief DetectiveStill cut Korean drama Chief Detective 1958 (Instagram.com/mbcdrama_now)
  • Real Name: Lee Jeong Min
  • Stage Name: Seo Eun Soo
  • Character Name: Lee Hye Ju
  • Birthplace: Haeundae, Busan, South Korea
  • Date of Birth: March 2, 1994
  • Citizenship: South Korea
  • Years Active: 2015 – present
  • Agency: HighZium Studio
  • Occupation: Actress, model
  • Education: Korea National University of Arts, Major in Acting
  • Instagram: @jj_minii

The performances of the main cast of Chief Detective 1958 have received widespread acclaim, setting high expectations for year-end awards.

Junior Sam

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