The Top 6 Male Idol-Actors Of 2023, According Entertainment Industry Experts

By kpoppo on September 15, 2023

The Best Idol Actors of the Year: Male Edition

Recently, Star News conducted a survey among 31 entertainment experts from major Korean entertainment companies, including SM Entertainment, Starship Entertainment, P Nation, and KQ Entertainment. These experts were asked to vote for the best idol actors of the year, selecting one male and one female star. Here are the top five male idol actors according to the survey:

4. SF9's Rowoon and ZE:A's Park Hyun Sik

SF9's Rowoon and ZE:A's Park Hyun Sik received two votes each. Rowoon debuted as a member of SF9 in 2016 and gained recognition for his role in the drama "School 2017." He recently starred in the JTBC fantasy romance "Destined To Be With You." Park Hyun Sik, on the other hand, debuted as a member of ZE:A in 2010 and appeared in the drama "I Remember You" after his debut. Earlier this year, he showcased his acting skills in the period drama "Our Blooming Youth."

SF9's Rowoon | MBC

Park Hyun Sik | tvN

3. ASTRO's Cha Eunwoo

ASTRO's Cha Eunwoo received four votes, securing the third spot on the list. Before his debut with ASTRO in 2016, Cha Eunwoo made his acting debut in 2014. He recently showcased his talent by playing a priest in the thrilling drama "Island."

ASTRO's Cha Eunwoo | TVING

2. ZE:A's Im Siwon and EXO's D.O.

ZE:A's Im Siwon and EXO's D.O. tied for the second spot, each receiving eleven votes. Im Siwon debuted as a member of ZE:A in 2010 and made cameo appearances in various K-Dramas in the same year. His most recent role is in the psychological thriller "Unlocked." D.O., on the other hand, debuted as a member of EXO in 2012 and made his acting debut in the film "Cart." He recently showcased his talent in the space drama "The Moon."

Im Siwon | Netflix

These talented idol actors have not only captured the hearts of fans with their music but also impressed audiences with their acting skills. As they continue to pursue both music and acting, fans can look forward to seeing more of their incredible performances on screen.

Source: Koreaboo