A ‘boy crush’ is the term we have come up with for the men in K-Pop and K-Dramas that we have a crush on based on anything from their style, talent, personality, overall vibe, etc. We explore more about the most crushable boys in the Korean industry and all of their incredible achievements. Here are the male K-Pop idols that we have featured in our series so far. They each have their own charm and different auras, but will make you crush on them for sure! If you want to know more about what makes them so charming, make sure to read their individual articles. Note: This is not a ranking. This list is in order of the series. After the first article, the order was determined by a poll within each article. The series is still ongoing so keep an eye out for updates on this list.
1. ATEEZ’s HongJoong
Charming points you should read about: willingness to experiment on stage, a leader who makes members shine, expressive style, social awareness, and more. Read all about him here:
Boy Crush: ATEEZ’s HongJoong Always Proves That He Was Born To Be On Stage And In Our Hearts KPOP STORIES|Mar 14, 2022
2. PENTAGON’s WooSeok
Charming points you should read about: talented songwriter, duality prince, math genius, artistic aesthetic, and more. Read all about him here:
Boy Crush: PENTAGON’s WooSeok Is Like The Human Gift That Keeps On Giving KPOP STORIES|Mar 21, 2022
3. Eric Nam
Charming points you should read about: honey vocals, good-natured, hilarious sense of humor, heartwarming smile, and more. Read all about him here:
Boy Crush: We ‘Honestly’ Can’t Get Enough Of Eric Nam’s Magnetic Appeal KPOP STORIES|Mar 28, 2022
4. BTS’ J-Hope
Charming points you should read about: grooviest rapper, fluid dance lines, hardworking perfectionist, our hope, and more. Read all about him here:
Boy Crush: BTS’ J-Hope Is More Than Just Our ‘Hope’, He’s The Ultimate Crush Too KPOP STORIES|Apr 4, 2022
5. ONEUS’ SeoHo
Charming points you should read about: warm vocal tone, a living meme, muscular squirrel, adorable smile, and more. Read all about him here:
Boy Crush: We Love All Sides Of ONEUS’ SeoHo And His Hexagonal Charm KPOP STORIES|Apr 11, 2022
6. BTOB’s SungJae
Charming points you should read about: industry all-rounder, fireplace cozy vocals, chaotic maknae (in the best way), animal lover, and more. Read all about him here:
Boy Crush: BTOB’s SungJae Is The Only Crush For Us And Here’s Why KPOP STORIES|Apr 18, 2022
7. AB6IX’s Lee DaeHwi
Charming points you should read about: shining center, multitalented, advocate for being yourself, synonymous cuteness, and more. Read all about him here:
Boy Crush: When It Comes To Overflowing Adorable Charm And Multitalent, AB6IX’s Lee DaeHwi Has Definitely Got It Covered KPOP STORIES|Apr 25, 2022
8. ASTRO’s MJ
Charming points you should read about: trot idol, happy virus, mood maker energy, beautiful hands, and more. Read all about him here:
Boy Crush: We Can’t Get Enough Of ASTRO’s MJ And His Endearing Sunshine Energy KPOP STORIES|May 2, 2022
9. WOODZ
Charming points you should read about: full package artist, Matryoshka-doll-like charm, wide musical range, social butterfly, and more. Read all about him here: Boy Crush: The Immeasurable Talent That Is WOODZ, Why He Deserves All Of The Recognition And More KPOP STORIES|May 9, 2022
10. THE BOYZ’s Q
Charming points you should read about: cover dance genius, calming voice, biting squirrel, horror character stan, and more. Read all about him here:
Boy Crush: Here’s Why THE BOYZ Q’s Hypnotic Energy Will Make You Fall For Him Each Time KPOP STORIES|May 16, 2022
11. UP10TION’s Lee JinHyuk
Charming points you should read about: leadership skills, selfless attitude, own dance color, witty sense of humor, and more. Read all about him here: Boy Crush: It’s Impossible Not To Fall For UP10TION Lee JinHyuk’s Charms, Here’s The Proof KPOP STORIES|May 23, 2022
12. Nam JooHyuk
Charming points you should read about: representative heartthrob, broad shoulders, dog lover, boyish face but mature attitude, and more. Read all about him here: Boy Crush: Nam JooHyuk Is The Ultimate Heartthrob That We Have The Biggest Crush On KDRAMA STORIES|May 30, 2022
13. ASTRO’s Cha EunWoo
Charming points you should read about: idol actor breaking stigmas, handsome synonymous, league of his own, down-to-earth, and more. Read all about him here: Boy Crush: We Looked Up ‘Boy Crush’ In The Dictionary And Found ASTRO’s Cha EunWoo As The Definition KPOP STORIES|Jun 6, 2022
14. ENHYPEN’s Sunoo
Charming points you should read about: great perseverance, distinctive voice, adorable personified, selfie king, and more. Read all about him here: Boy Crush: Here’s Why ENHYPEN Sunoo’s Bubbly Aura Deserves More Spotlight KPOP STORIES|Jun 13, 2022
15. Lee MinHo
Charming points you should read about: jogakminam, Hallyu rep, sentimental, cutest goofy person, and more. Read all about him here: Boy Crush: Lee MinHo, The Darling Legendary Icon Of The Industry And Our Hearts KDRAMA STORIES|Jun 20, 2022
16. MIRAE’s Son DongPyo
Charming points you should read about: attracts love, true all-rounder, plot-twist-like charm, ultimate drama king, and more. Read all about him here: Boy Crush: MIRAE’s Son DongPyo And All The Ways That He Steals The Scene With His Limitless Charm KPOP STORIES|Jun 27, 2022
17. Kang Daniel
Charming points you should read about: great stage dominance, Prince Apeach, CEO of own agency, lethal dose of magnetism, and more. Read all about him here: Boy Crush: Kang Daniel, The Man Who Makes Us Want To Lead A ‘Parade’ In Honor Of His Perfection KPOP STORIES|Jul 4, 2022
18. Park BoGum
Charming points you should read about: natural-born star power, all-rounder charm, boyfriend material, Bambi, and more. Read all about him here: Boy Crush: Park BoGum Unlocks New Adoration From Us Each Time With His All-Rounder Charm KDRAMA STORIES|Jul 11, 2022
19. Stray Kids’ Bang Chan
Charming points you should read about: selfless, leads by example, heartwarming-dol, family-like bond with fans, and more. Read all about him here: Boy Crush: Heartwarming-dol Stray Kids’ Bang Chan And His Endless Talent KPOP STORIES|Jul 18, 2022
20. MONSTA X’s KiHyun
Charming points you should read about: Midas touch, booming clear and refreshing voice, whisker dimples, home, and more. Read all about him here: Boy Crush: MONSTA X’s KiHyun Has The Midas Touch Thanks To His Golden Vocals And Personality KPOP STORIES|Jul 25, 2022
21. ASTRO’s JinJin
Charming points you should read about: unmistakable force charisma, diversity in dance, mother-like warmth, deep thinker, and more. Read all about him here: Boy Crush: Here’s Why ASTRO’s JinJin Is The Talented Human Gift That Keeps On Giving KPOP STORIES|Aug 1, 2022
22. DAY6’s Young K
Charming points you should read about: always his best self, strong work ethic, instrumental capabilities, industry ace, and more. Read all about him here: Boy Crush: Get To Know DAY6’s Young K Who Is Versatility-Personified With Endless Charm KPOP STORIES|Aug 8, 2022
23. Lee DoHyun
Charming points you should read about: acting genius, addictive voice quality, experienced dancer, high sense of filial duty, and more. Read all about him here: Boy Crush: Acting Genius Lee DoHyun Always Leaves Us In Awe Of His Talent And Charm KDRAMA STORIES|Aug 15, 2022
24. GOT7’s Jay B
Charming points you should read about: honey-like voice, deeper understanding of music, force to be reckoned with, effortlessly handsome, and more. Read all about him here: Boy Crush: GOT7’s Jay B, The Top-Tier Artist And Anchor That Holds Down The Love And Admiration We All Have For Him KPOP STORIES|Aug 22, 2022
25. Park SeoHam
Charming points you should read about: soothing voice quality, elongated charm, actor biaswrecker, fond of film photography, and more. Read all about him here: Boy Crush: Rising Actor Park SeoHam And His Well-Deserved Admiration For His Multitude Of Talents KDRAMA STORIES|Aug 29, 2022
26. Hwang InYoup
Charming points you should read about: everyone’s heartthrob, next-level all-rounder, solid attitude towards life, quite sentimental, and more. Read all about him here: Boy Crush: Get To Know ‘Everyone’s Heartthrob’ Hwang InYoup And His Never-Ending Appeal KDRAMA STORIES|Sep 5, 2022
27. BAE173’s HanGyul
Charming points you should read about: undeniable charm, mood maker, adorable aegyo, visuals like fine wine, and more. Read all about him here: Boy Crush: BAE173’s Lee HanGyul Is Walking Talent And Destined To Be An Industry Legend KPOP STORIES|Sep 12, 2022
28. Kang TaeOh
Charming points you should read about: gifted character interpretation, authentic facial expressions, rugged charm, down-to-earth, and more. Read all about him here: Boy Crush: Kang TaeOh, The Actor Whose Heart Is As Handsome As He Is KDRAMA STORIES|Sep 19, 2022
29. BTS’ JungKook
Charming points you should read about: golden maknae, triple threat talent, powerful live vocals, powerful but graceful stage precision, and more. Read all about him here: Boy Crush: BTS’ JungKook, From Triple Threat To Our Golden Crush And Everything In Between KPOP STORIES|Sep 26, 2022
30. A.C.E’s Jun
Charming points you should read about: crystal clear melodies, rhythm is his middle name, respects values of everyone, golden personality, and more. Read all about him here: Boy Crush: A.C.E’s Jun Is A Firework Lighting Up Our Hearts KPOP STORIES|Oct 3, 2022
31. GOT7’s JinYoung
Charming points you should read about: inspiration to fans, voice ages like fine wine, innate sense of groove, storytelling eyes, and more. Read all about him here: Boy Crush: GOT7’s JinYoung Is The Definition Of Dreamy With His Abundance Of Talent KPOP STORIES|Oct 10, 2022
32. Park HyungSik
Charming points you should read about: fresh vocal tone, pioneer idol actor, puppy-like quality, human vitamin-like quality, and more. Read all about him here: Boy Crush: Park HyungSik Has Us Shook With His Silk Visuals And Talent KDRAMA STORIES|Oct 17, 2022
33. ASTRO’s MoonBin
Charming points you should read about: ever-adorable, artist who commands the stage, kryptonite of AROHA, master of what he puts his mind to, and more. Read all about him here: Boy Crush: ASTRO’s MoonBin Is The Definition Of ‘Best Boy Energy’ And Here’s Why KPOP STORIES|Oct 24, 2022
34. Stray Kids’ HyunJin
Charming points you should read about: destined to be legendary, the moment, beautiful dance silhouette, mature mindset, and more. Read all about him here: Boy Crush: Stray Kids’ HyunJin, The Precious Entity Both On Stage And In Our Hearts KPOP STORIES|Oct 31, 2022
- to be updated - The “Boy Crush” series is posted every Monday. Make sure to stay tuned to this list and to the series for future articles. Make sure to vote for which celebrity (male K-Pop idol or actor) you want to see next in the poll at the bottom of the latest feature. You can also leave suggestions in the comment section below or on each article of who you want to see featured next. Note: SEVENTEEN’s DK, SF9’s RoWoon, Kim HyunJoong, Stray Kids’ Felix, and Stray Kids’ Lee Know have already been requested to be featured in the series and we will make sure to feature them soon!
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