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In K-dramas, when thinking about villains, numerous characters come to our minds. Some have tragic pasts, while some are just pure evil.
Just like Joe Goldberg and Homelander, K-dramas bring forth numerous intriguing villains that leave the viewers thinking deeply about their character traits.
K-drama villains are multilayered characters. They are created in such a manner that their complex motivations and twisted sense of justice leave the viewers speechless.
The best of these K-drama villains can mingle among the normal crowd easily. They have an unsuspecting attitude, which quickly turns into the complete opposite as the story progresses. So, let’s talk about K-drama villains that know no bounds.
10 best K-drama villains who’d be besties with Joe Goldberg and Homelander
1) Voice (Season 1)
It cannot be denied that Mo Tae-gu in the first season of this K-drama is truly an intriguing character. His evil nature and murder methodology leave a lasting impact on the viewers.
His cold-blooded, psychotic nature is scary, just like Joe Goldberg and Homelander. We see him making Moo Jin-hyuk and Kang Kwon-joo struggle as they try to solve the case.
From the beginning, he appears on the screen, and he creates a tense atmosphere. Among the numerous K-drama villains that we see, Mo Tae-gu is truly one of a kind.
2) Flower Of Evil
Though usually K-drama villains are driven to murder or activities that hurt people, because of a motive. Sometimes it is revenge or even psychological issues.
However, when a person kills just to relieve stress, that person becomes truly scary. For Hee-sung, he is not driven by revenge but rather kills people because he feels like it.
He even hides his true identity from his wife. He appears to have a perfect family. He creates a facade with his charming self to prevent getting caught. As investigations start and things get complicated, Hee-sung tries his best to evade these situations.
3) Strong Girl Nam Soon
Even though viewers had numerous negative reviews for this K-drama, one thing they cannot deny is the charm and intrigue of the villain of this K-drama. Ryu Shi-oh stole the show.
He grabbed the attention of the viewers right from the start. His overall charm, looks, and attitude truly make him stand out. His greed and desire to attain immense power drive him.
He did everything he could to achieve his goals. Throughout this K-drama, Ryu Shi-oh remains a captivating figure.
4) Itaewon Class
The aspect of villainous influence in this K-drama can be seen from the very first moment. We see Jang Geun-won being a villain. Throughout the K-drama, he tries to sabotage Sae-ro-yi’s plans and bring trouble into his life.
His meticulous planning and constant bad deeds gave him the title of a captivating villain. He is also a product of privilege and the victim of his upbringing.
He is presented as entitled. He uses his powers to escape bad situations. He is a character who leaves a lasting impact on the viewers.
5) The Penthouse
Villains of K-dramas are always equipped with a manipulative flair. Similarly, for this K-drama, Joo Dan-tae stole the show with his manipulative words. He embodies a chilling and calculative attitude.
Among the numerous K-drama villains that we come across, his character is one of the most layered. He is not a villain with a tragic story that viewers often feel compassionate towards.
His evil stems from his deep-seated desire for more. His lack of empathy leaves them shocked. His sheer lack of remorse solidifies his status as a villain.
6) I Can Hear Your Voice
Joon-gook started off his killing spree because of the grudge that he had towards Hye-sung and Soo-ha. Throughout the K-drama, he constantly terrorizes people. Especially because of his own motives.
This K-drama is filled with all the right ingredients that make it binge-worthy. Among them Joon-gook’s character is one of the most intriguing factors. Just like Joe Goldberg and Homelander, his villainous attitude leaves a lasting impact on the viewers.
His presence in this K-drama casts a shadow. His vendetta makes him terrifying, especially for Soo-ha. His method is also an intriguing aspect.
7) Strangers From Hell
Seo Moon-jo is not just a villain but also a master manipulator in the K-drama. His disturbing mannerisms and wicked smile are distinct.
This often makes the viewers feel disturbed. He hides his sinister intentions behind a calm and polite demeanor.
He is equipped with a unique brand of villainy. He embodies a slow, creeping horror that makes him a true villain. He is not just a threat to life but sanity as well.
8) Weak Hero Class 2
Na Baek-jin in this K-drama is not like any other villain on the list. He did not kill anyone. Yet he uses his power and manipulation to terrorize other students. On the surface, he is a model student.
He has the perfect grades and skills. It could be understood that he would have a bright future ahead. However, the surface Baek-jin is nothing like what goes on inside.
He is the boss of a whole union that works to terrorise students and earn money through illegal methods. He does not get his hands dirty. He forces his minions to work for him.
From stealing bikes and reselling them to forcibly taking money from students, this racket does it all. However, the surprising aspect of Na Baek-jin’s villainy is the fact that he is just a high school student doing all this.
However, later in the episodes, his past is revealed. He did not have a happy childhood. He suffered bullying, and his only friend was Park Hu-min. Park Hu-min protected him from the bullies and slowly became his best friend.
He even taught him to fight. However, as they grew older, they slowly drifted apart. Baek-jin still wanted to be friends with Hu-min. Hu-min, on the other hand, did not like the type of person Baek-jin started to become.
As Baek-jin started to bully others just the way he was bullied before, they drifted further apart. His friendship with Hu-min is also an integral part of his villainy. It cannot be denied that he valued his friendship with Hu-min immensely.
9) Tale of the Nine Tailed
This fantasy K-drama truly brought one of the most intriguing villains. Though initially the viewers thought Lee Yeon’s brother would be the main villain, things start to unfold.
The aspect of Imoogi’s storyline in this K-drama is brought forth in a nuanced manner. Both Lee Yeon and Imoogi are mythical creatures that have been living for almost a thousand years.
Though Lee Yeon thought that he had killed Imoogi when he possessed Ah-eum’s body, he quickly understood that he was mistaken. His own brother was, in fact, the one who helped in bringing Imoogi back to life.
Ji-ah is given as a sacrifice to bring Imoogi back to life. Now, after centuries, he is reborn and sets out for vengeance. He is a cold-blooded killer and does not have any empathy for people.
There are several instances in the K-drama when we see Imoogi killing people without even moving an inch. His strength and power are truly terrifying. On the surface, he pretends to be an intern at Ji-ah’s office and charms the people around him.
He not only possesses magical powers but also has immense physical strength. One of the most brutal aspects of his character can be seen at the beginning of his development in this K-drama.
To grow bigger, he has to feed on people. The way he mercilessly kills, even as a kid, is truly shocking.
10) Queen Of Tears
Eun-sung’s character in this K-drama sets a standard for villains. On the surface, his charming demeanor almost seems convincing. His behavior towards Hong Hae-in initially seems to be out of concern.
However, when his true nature is slowly revealed, viewers are truly terrified. He does not think twice before manipulating Hae-in to keep her by his side. He is almost able to succeed in doing so as well.
Throughout this K-drama, we see his acute manipulative skills. This makes him an intriguing villain in the K-drama world.
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