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Top 7 Jang Ki-yong K-Dramas Every Viewer Should Watch After “Dynamite Kiss”

Jang Ki-yong's Still from Dynamite Kiss (Credits: SBS)
Jang Ki-yong's Still from Dynamite Kiss (Credits: SBS)

Jang Ki-yong is having a major moment again thanks to the buzz around Dynamite Kiss. His comeback era has reminded viewers why he’s one of the most effortlessly charismatic actors in the industry. From swoony romance to gritty thrillers and fantasy twists, his filmography is surprisingly diverse and perfect for binge-watchers who love depth mixed with charm.


Here are the top K-dramas that show off his range, storytelling choices, and undeniable screen presence!



The Atypical Family (Credits: Netlfix)
The Atypical Family (Credits: Netlfix)

The Bok family once possessed unique superpowers, but modern life has worn those gifts away. Bok Gwi-ju (Jang Ki-Yong) can travel back in time to relive happier moments, his sister can fly, and their mother sees glimpses of the future.


As the family struggles with lost abilities and hidden scars, a mysterious woman arrives and upends their lives, forcing them to confront buried secrets and try to heal. The series blends fantasy, family drama, and dark humor.



2. My Roommate Is a Gumiho (2021)


My Roomate is a Gumiho (Credits: tvN)
My Roomate is a Gumiho (Credits: tvN)

Shin Woo-yeo (Jang Ki-yong) is a 999-year-old gumiho who collects human energy to become human. Things go sideways when Lee Dam (Lee Hyeri), a college student, accidentally swallows his precious marble. To keep her safe, they begin living together, which turns into a chaotic, cute, and super addictive romance.



3. Now, We Are Breaking Up (2021–2022)


Now, We Are Breaking Up (Credits: SBS)
Now, We Are Breaking Up (Credits: SBS)

Yoon Jae-guk (Jang Ki-yong) is a talented fashion photographer who reconnects with Ha Young-eun (Song Hye-kyo), a design team leader with whom he shares a complicated, painful history. The show blends love, loss, career pressures, and emotional healing through beautifully grounded performances.



4. Kill It (2019)


Kill It (Credits: OCN)
Kill It (Credits: OCN)

Kim Soo-hyun (Jang Ki-yong) is a genius veterinarian by day and a legendary contract killer by night. His life takes a dangerous turn when detective Do Hyun-jin (Nana) begins investigating him while unknowingly developing a personal connection.


This drama is sleek, moody, and showcases his strongest acting skills in action scenes.


  • Aired: 2019

  • No. of Episodes: 12

  • Cast: Jang Ki-yong, Nana, Roh Jeong-eui

  • Streaming Platform: OCN


5. Born Again (2020)


Born Again (Credits: KBS)
Born Again (Credits: KBS)

The story follows three individuals whose tragic lives in the 1980s are cut short — only for them to be reborn in the present day with lingering connections. Gong Ji-chul (Jang Ki-yong) is a misunderstood loner from the past who becomes a medical student in the present.


  • Aired: 2020

  • No. of Episodes: 32 (short-format episodes)

  • Cast: Jang Ki-yong, Jin Se-yeon, Lee Soo-hyuk

  • Streaming Platform: KBS2


6. Come and Hug Me (2018)


Come and Hug (Credits: MBC)
Come and Hug (Credits: MBC)

Chae Do-jin (Jang Ki-yong) is a police officer trying to live a sincere, gentle life despite being the son of a serial killer. His first love, Han Jae-yi (Jin Ki-joo), is an actress dealing with the trauma caused by his father’s crimes. Their reunion is filled with heartbreaking tenderness and healing.


  • Aired: 2018

  • No. of Episodes: 32 (short-format episodes)

  • Cast: Jang Ki-yong, Jin Ki-joo, Huh Joon-ho

  • Streaming Platform: Viki


7. Search: WWW (2019)


Search: WWW (Credits: tvN)
Search: WWW (Credits: tvN)

Park Mo-gun (Jang Ki-yong) is a genius composer who falls head over heels for Bae Ta-mi (Im Soo-jung), a powerful woman in the tech industry. Their relationship is refreshing, mature, and beautifully written. He steals every scene with his warmth and soft charisma.



Trending: His Role in Dynamite Kiss (2024–2025 Hype)


Jang Ki-yong plays Gong Ji-hyuk, a strict and focused team leader in the "Mother TF" division of a baby products company. He’s smart, calm, and very serious about work, with zero interest in romance.


But everything changes when Go Da-rim (Ahn Eun-jin) suddenly kisses him, throwing his perfectly controlled life off balance.


That one moment pushes Ji-hyuk to question his feelings and the walls he’s built around himself. As he gets closer to Da-rim, he slowly shows a softer and more vulnerable side that he never lets anyone see.



Final thoughts


Jang Ki-yong has one of the most versatile filmographies among modern K-drama actors; he can make you cry, swoon, or sit at the edge of your seat. Whether you prefer dark thrillers, soft romances, or time-twisting mysteries, there’s a drama on this list that will instantly hook you.


Which Jang Ki-yong drama grabbed your attention first: as a romantic gumiho, a deadly assassin, or a nutjob CEO?




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