Bae Hyun-sung Captures the Heart of Youth Through ‘Dear.M’ and ‘Hospital Playlist’ Spin-off

Bae Hyun-sung Shines Bright in Youth Stories

Bae Hyun-sung is making waves with his standout performances in KBS Joy’s Dear.M and tvN’s spin-off Hospital Playlist project, captivating audiences with the emotional spectrum of youth.

In Dear.M, Bae portrays Park Ha-neul, an engineering student who treats his girlfriend Seo Ji-min (played by Roh Jeong-eui) with heartfelt affection. Through his natural acting and emotional expressions, he brings to life an irresistible ‘unicorn boyfriend’ archetype in campus romance, earning wide acclaim from viewers.

Meanwhile, in the Hospital Playlist spin-off, Bae returns as Chang Hong-do, a character beloved by fans during the series’ original seasons. His interaction with first-year resident Eom Jae-il (played by Kang Yu-seok)—depicted through scenes where Hong-do now questions younger trainees—effortlessly shows the progression and maturity that his character has achieved over time. Although a short cameo, his nuanced portrayal left a lasting impact, highlighting his growth both in character and craft.

By exploring multifaceted aspects of young adulthood, Bae Hyun-sung is broadening his acting range with each role. His steadily deepening performances are cementing his position as one of the next leading youth stars in Korean drama.

Dear.M, featuring Bae Hyun-sung alongside Park Hye-su, Jaehyun, Roh Jeong-eui, Lee Jin-hyuk, and Woo Da-bi, airs every Monday and Tuesday at 9:50 PM (KST) on KBS Joy.