Im Si-wan in a promotional photo for 'Squid Game 2.' Photo from Netflix Korea's Instagram accountFans of Korean dramas have probably seen their social media feeds flooded with posts about the dashing Im Si-wan, who recently joined the cast of “Squid Game” as a YouTuber who loses his money in a crypto scam, driving him to join the deadly contest.

Though a fresh face in the Netflix survival drama, Si-wan, 36, has long been a fixture in South Korea’s entertainment industry. He initially debuted in 2010 as a member of the K-pop boy group ZE:A, alongside Park Hyung-sik, before transitioning to acting.

Si-wan in 'Squid Game 2.' Photo courtesy of NetflixOver the years, Si-wan has demonstrated his versatility by taking on a wide range of roles in projects across various genres, from romance to thrillers. If you’re new to the Si-wan fan club, we’ve rounded up some of his notable TV shows and films (apart from “Squid Game,” of course) that we recommend you check out.

Misaeng: Incomplete Life (2014)

Also Starring: Lee Sung-min, Kang So-ra, Kang Ha-neul, Byun Yo-han, Kim Dae-myung, Park Hae-joon, Kim Hee-won

Stream on: Netflix

Strangers from Hell (2019)

Also Starring: Lee Dong-wook

The thriller series “Strangers from Hell” follows Si-wan’s Yoon Jong-woo, an aspiring writer who moves to Seoul from the countryside after receiving an internship offer. He rents a room at a cheap dormitory, only to become increasingly suspicious of his eccentric and unsettling neighbors, whose strange behaviors soon lead him to doubt the safety of his new home.

Run On (2020)

Also Starring: Shin Se-kyung, Choi Soo-young, Kang Tae-oh

Stream on: Netflix

A sports and romance drama, “Run On” features Si-wan as Ki Seon-gyeom, a former national track and field athlete who consistently finishes in second place. When he meets and starts working with film translator Oh Mi-joo (played by Se-kyung), a connection forms between them, eventually blossoming into romance.

Emergency Declaration (2021)

Also Starring: Song Kang-ho, Lee Byung-hyun, Jeon Do-yeon, Kim Nam-gil, Kim So-jin, Park Hae-joon

Stream on: Prime Video

Boasting an all-star cast that includes Cannes-winning actors Song Kang-ho and Jeon Do-yeon, the gripping film “Emergency Declaration” depicts a terrifying crisis as a flight from Seoul to Honolulu turns into an emergency after a deadly virus is released on board. Despite sharing the screen with such veteran stars, Si-wan shines in his role as the disgruntled young scientist Jin-seok, earning nominations for best supporting actor at several prestigious Korean award shows.

REVIEW: ‘Emergency Declaration’ is packed with thrills

Summer Strike (2022)

Also Starring: Kim Seol-hyun

Stream on: Netflix

The series “Summer Strike” follows two people who find healing and love in the peacefulness of a remote town. Sparks fly when Lee Yeo-reum (played by Seol-hyun, another K-pop star-turned-actress) leaves her life in Seoul behind and moves to a small town, where she meets Ahn Dae-beom (Si-wan), a math genius working as a local librarian.

Unlocked (2023)

Also Starring: Chun Woo-hee, Kim Hee-won

Stream on: Netflix

A film that will have you thinking twice about your smartphone, “Unlocked” sees Si-wan play Jun-young, a dangerous man who gains access to a woman's personal information after finding her lost phone. As he manipulates her life, her world is turned upside down — a situation that seems to be linked to a string of murder cases.