Inside Article
Lee Dong-hwi is an accomplished South Korean actor best known for his roles in The Handmaiden, Extreme Job, Reply 1988, and Confidential Assignment. His new Korean drama called Glitch will stream on Netflix this year. Most recently, he has been gaining attention for being the boyfriend of one of the Squid Game actresses.
Originally from South Korea, Lee Dong-hwi was born on 22 July 1985 under the star sign Cancer. The 36-year-old actor is South Korean by nationality and belongs to the Asian ethnicity. He completed his studies at Seoul Arts Institute.
Net Worth, Salary, and Income
Dong-hwi made his acting debut in 2013 with a minor role in the film Run to the South. The same year, he played minor roles in Cold Eyes, Queen of the Night, and Way Back Home. In 2014, he acted in films such as Animal, No Tears for the Dead, Tazza: The Hidden Card, and Fashion King.
Dong-hwi made his TV debut in 2014, playing the role of Han Jung-hoon in the KBS2 drama Gunman in Joseon. The following year, he starred as Lee Kyung in the SBS series Divorce Lawyer in Love. He had his breakthrough when he played Ryu Dong-ryong in the tvN series Reply 1988. Since then, he has acted in TV series such as Red Teacher, Entourage, Radiant Office, Pegasus Market, and SF8.
Dong-hwi has an extensive list of accolades in films such as Veteran, The Handmaiden, One Line, The Bros, Exit, Confidential Assignment, New Trial, The Call, and New Year Blues. However, he is best recognised for playing Young-ho in the 2019 film Extreme Job. In May 2021, he debuted as a member of MSG Wannabe.
As an accomplished South Korean actor, Dong-hwi has earned himself a massive fortune worth millions of dollars. As of 2021, his net worth is estimated at $1.5 million.
Dating, Girlfriend, and Affairs
Dong-hwi is currently in a relationship with the Squid Game actress Jung Ho-yeon. His girlfriend played Kang Sae Byeok, impressing everyone with her acting abilities in the newly launched Netflix drama.
The couple has been dating since 2015, but they made they confirmed their relationship in January 2016. Though their relationship was criticised at the start because of their nine-year age gap, they have managed to thrive as a “power couple” for almost six years. They are still going strong but tends to keep their relationship private.
Family, Parents, and Siblings
The Reply 1988 actor tends to keep his personal life away from the spotlight. Apart from his professional career, nothing is known about his personal life, including his parents, siblings, and early life.
Body Measurements: Height and Weight
Dong-hwi stands tall at the height of 5 feet 9 inches. He has a slim, fit body that weighs around 72 kgs. He has black hair and black eyes.
