Popular South Korean actor Lee Jae-wook is set to begin his mandatory military service, with his enlistment in the Army scheduled for May 18. His agency, Log Studio, confirmed that no special public events will be held to mark his transition.
Known for his captivating roles in hit K-dramas, Lee Jae-wook made his acting debut in the critically acclaimed tvN series “Memories of the Alhambra” in 2018. He quickly rose to prominence with memorable performances in fan-favorite shows such as “Search: WWW,” the fantasy epic “Alchemy of Souls,” and the recent Netflix production “Dear Hongrang.”
Following the release of “Dear Hongrang,” the talented actor openly discussed his upcoming military enlistment in an interview, expressing his desire to “grow stronger” through the experience, a common sentiment among those fulfilling their national duty.
Fans have exciting new projects to anticipate before his hiatus. Lee Jae-wook is slated to star in the ENA series “Doctor on the Edge,” premiering on June 1, and the highly anticipated Netflix series “Dead-end Job,” which is expected to air in the second half of the year.
