Lee Chae-min K-Dramas To Watch After His Breakout Villain Role in “Cashero”
- Disha Paul
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Lee Chae-min has become one of the most exciting rising stars in Korean drama. From heartfelt romance and coming-of-age stories to royal fantasy and mystery, his range has won fans around the world. His standout performance as King Lee Heon in Bon Appétit, Your Majesty brought him to the top of drama brand reputation rankings in 2025.
If you’ve been impressed by him in Cashero and want to explore more of his work, here are the best K-dramas and series where Lee Chae-min shines.
1. Bon Appétit, Your Majesty (2025)
This fantasy romance mixes palace intrigue with delicious food. King Lee Heon (Lee Chae-min) is a fierce, exacting monarch whose life changes when a modern chef, Yeon Ji-yeong (Im Yoon-a), mysteriously travels back to the Joseon dynasty. While tasting her inventive dishes, the king begins to soften and rediscover joy beyond court power struggles. The drama balances royal politics, humor, food, and tender character growth.
Aired: Aug 23, 2025 - Sep 28, 2025
No. of Episodes: 16
Cast: Lee Chae-min, Im Yoon-a, Kang Han-na, Yoon Seo-ah
Streaming Platform: Netflix
2. Hierarchy (2024)
Lee Chae-min plays Kang Ha, a scholarship student who transfers into an elite high school where only the wealthiest and most privileged are accepted. He tries to find his place in this divided world, using intelligence and strong instincts to challenge the school’s rigid hierarchy.
Aired: Jun 7, 2024
No. of Episodes: 7
Cast: Lee Chae-min, Roh Jeong-eui, Kim Jae-won, Ji Hye-won, Lee Won-jung
Streaming Platform: Netflix
3. Crushology 101 (2025)
In this bright romantic comedy set on a college campus, Lee Chae-min plays Hwang Jae-yeol, a confident design student caught in a love triangle with his friends and classmates. The series explores youthful crushes, friendship dynamics, and growing up with heart and humor. Lee brings warmth and authenticity that make his character easy to root for.
Aired: Apr 11, 2025 - May 17, 2025
No. of Episodes: 12
Cast: Lee Chae-min, Roh Jeong-eui, Cho Joon-young
Streaming Platform: Amazon Prime Video
4. Crash Course in Romance (2023): Supporting Role
Lee Chae-min stars as Lee Seon-jae, a high school student trying to balance academic pressure, first love, and personal growth. Set against an adult backdrop of tutoring culture and romantic hopes, this series blends emotion and humor while showing a boy’s journey toward maturity and connection.
Aired: Jan 14, 2023 - Mar 5, 2023
No. of Episodes: 16
Cast: Jung Kyung-ho, Jeon Do-yeon, Lee Chae-min, Roh Yoon-seo
Streaming Platform: Netflix / Viki
5. See You in My 19th Life (2023): Supporting Role
In this fantasy romance, the main character remembers all her past lives and seeks closure from earlier mistakes. Lee Chae-min appears as Kang Min-gi, a kind-hearted figure whose history with the lead intersects with past connections and emotional threads woven across lifetimes.
Aired: Jun 17, 2023 - Jul 23, 2023
No. of Episodes: 12
Cast: Shin Hye-sun, Ahn Hyo-seop, Ha Yoon-kyung, Ahn Dong-goo, Lee Chae Min
Streaming Platform: Netflix
Final Thoughts
Lee Chae-min’s work showcases his wide-ranging acting abilities, from royal fantasy and school politics to sports and romance. Whether you saw him in Cashero or Bon Appétit, Your Majesty, this list captures his best roles so far.
Every series highlights a different side of his talent, and fans are only gaining more admiration as he takes on new challenges on screen.
Which Lee Chae-min performance was your favorite so far: royal fantasy, campus charm, or something else? Let us know in the comments!