People often confuse Lee Soo-hyuk and Lee Chan-hyuk because their names look and sound similar in English. But they are two different Korean celebrities with very different careers.
- Lee Soo-hyuk (이수혁) = Actor + Model
- Lee Chan-hyuk (이찬혁) = Musician (AKMU) + Songwriter + Producer
If you’re asking “Who is the actor?” the answer is simple: Lee Soo-hyuk is the actor.
Quick Answer
- Lee Soo-hyuk: K-drama and movie actor (also a model)
- Lee Chan-hyuk: AKMU musician and music producer (not a drama actor)
1) Lee Soo-hyuk (이수혁) — Actor and Model
Lee Soo-hyuk is a South Korean actor and fashion model recognized for his tall frame, deep voice, and sharp visuals. He does not release music albums; his work is mainly TV series and films.
How to recognize Lee Soo-hyuk
- Very tall (often listed around 184 cm)
- Sharp jawline, “cold” actor look
- Known for drama/film roles, including fantasy and thriller genres
Lee Soo-hyuk Filmography (Until End of 2025)
📺 K-Dramas (TV Series)
2025
- S Line (Wavve) — Han Ji-wook (Detective)
- Plot: A thriller where visible red lines appear above people’s heads, connecting them to anyone they have slept with. He plays a detective investigating the chaos.
2024
- Queen Woo (TVING) — Go Bal-gi (3rd Prince)
- Note: Villainous role as a ruthless prince fighting for the throne.
- The Player 2: Master of Swindlers (tvN) — David Myeong (Guest, Ep. 6–7)
- Wedding Impossible (tvN) — Guest appearance (Ep. 12)
2022
- Tomorrow (MBC / Netflix) — Park Joong-gil (Grim Reaper)
- Note: One of his most famous roles.
2021
- Doom at Your Service (tvN) — Cha Joo-ik (Editorial Team Leader)
- Hello, Me! (KBS2) — Police officer (Cameo, Ep. 1)
2020
- Handmade Love (YouTube web drama) — Woven (The Deity)
- Born Again (KBS2) — Cha Hyung-bin / Kim Soo-hyeok (Dual role)
2017
- I’m Sorry, I Love You (Japanese Remake) — Baek Rang (Cameo)
2016
- Sweet Stranger and Me (KBS2) — Kwon Duk-bong
- Lucky Romance (MBC) — Gary Choi
- Local Hero (OCN) — Choi Chan-gyu
2015
- Scholar Who Walks the Night (MBC) — Gwi (Vampire)
- Note: Breakout role that made him especially famous for his visuals.
2014
- Valid Love (tvN) — Kim Joon
- High School King of Savvy (tvN) — Yoo Jin-woo
2013
- Don’t Look Back: The Legend of Orpheus (Shark) (KBS2) — Kim Soo-hyun
2011
- Vampire Idol (MBN) — Soo-hyuk / Mukadil Kejua
- What’s Up (MBN) — Lee Soo-bin
- White Christmas (KBS2) — Yoon Soo
🎬 Movies (Films)
2025
- Lost — Yoon Tae-hwa
- Plot: He plays a clay shooting athlete; a role focused on emotional depth.
- Sister (Working Title) — Tae-soo
- Plot: A thriller where he plays a cold-blooded loan shark involved in a kidnapping scheme.
2021
- Pipeline — Gun-woo
- Note: Played a rich corporate heir organizing an oil heist.
2013
- Horror Stories 2 — Sung-kyun (Segment: “Cliff”)
2012
- Runway Cop — Kim Sun-ho (Top Model)
2010
- The Boy from Ipanema — The Boy
2006
- My Boss, My Teacher — Student (Class 8, Grade 3)
👀 Upcoming (Confirmed for 2026)
- Grand Galaxy Hotel (Netflix) — Baek-ki
2) Lee Chan-hyuk (이찬혁) — Musician (AKMU), Songwriter, Producer
Lee Chan-hyuk is a South Korean musician, best known as one half of AKMU. He is not a drama actor—his main work is writing, composing, arranging, producing, and performing music.
How to recognize Lee Chan-hyuk
- Artistic/trendy styling (often experimental concepts)
- Sometimes wears glasses
- Known for AKMU songs and his solo projects, not drama casting
Lee Chan-hyuk Musical Works (Songwriting, Composing, Production) — Until End of 2025
Below is a comprehensive list (as provided) of Lee Chan-hyuk’s solo releases, AKMU discography highlights, songs for other artists, and OST/special projects.
1) Solo Works (Lee Chan-hyuk)
Projects where he is positioned as the main artist (singer) and a key creator/producer.
2025
- [Album/Project] New Experimental Works (Ongoing)
- Note: Continued releases under his video/art project “Lee Chan-hyuk Video.”
2024
- [Single] “1 Trillion” (1조)
- Role: Lyrics, Composition, Arrangement
- Note: Described as a viral hit celebrating wealth and luck.
2023
- [Single] “Umbrella”
- Note: Listed as a remake project where he re-interpreted 12 tracks.
2022
- [Album] ERROR (1st Solo Full Album)
- Title track: “Panorama”
- Notable B-sides: “Time! Stop!”, “Eyewitness Account”, “Funeral Hope”
- Credits: Wrote and composed all 11 tracks.
2) AKMU (Akdong Musician) Discography
Lee Chan-hyuk is widely recognized as AKMU’s main producer. In your list, he is credited with writing and composing most of the tracks below.
2024–2025: Recent Releases
2024
- [Mini Album] LOVE EPISODE
- Title track: “Hero”
- Tracks: “Long D”, “Peace of Cake”, “Answer Me”
- Credits: Written & composed by Lee Chan-hyuk (as stated).
2020–2023: Maturity & Philosophy
2023
- [Single] “Love Lee”
- Tracks: “Love Lee”, “Fry’s Dream”
2021
- [Collaboration Album] NEXT EPISODE
- Title track: “Nakka” (with IU)
- Notable tracks: “Bench” (with Zion.T), “Tictoc Tictoc Tictoc” (with Beenzino)
- Note: Co-composed with producers including Millennium (as stated).
2020
- [Single] “HAPPENING”
- Track: “Happening”
2014–2019: The “Prodigy” Era
2019
- [Full Album] SAILING (written during his military service, as stated)
- Title track: “How can I love the heartbreak, you`re the one I love”
- Notable tracks: “Chantey”, “Fish in the Water”, “Freedom”
2017
- [Single Album] SUMMER EPISODE
- Tracks: “Dinosaur”, “My Darling”
2017
- [Full Album] WINTER
- Title track: “Last Goodbye”
- Notable tracks: “Play Ugly”, “Chocolady”
2016
- [Mini Album] SPRING (Puberty Part.1)
- Title tracks: “Re-Bye”, “How People Move”
2014
- [Debut Album] PLAY
- Title tracks: “200%”, “Give Love”, “Melted”
- Note: Wrote all 11 songs on the debut album at age 17/18 (as stated).
3) Songs Produced for Other Artists (External Works)
Lee Chan-hyuk is also known for creating distinctive songs for other major artists.
- IU — “Ah Puh” (2021) — Lyrics and composition
- Bang Yedam — “WAYO” (2020) — Lyrics and composition
- Lee Hyo-ri — “Free Smile” (2021) — Produced for the show Seoul Check-in
- Younha — “Oort Cloud” (2021) — Lyrics and composition (described as a major viral hit in Korea)
- TREASURE — “Slowmotion” (2021) — Lyrics and composition
- Lee Su-hyun (solo) — “Alien” (2020) — Lyrics and composition (his sister’s solo debut, as stated)
- SEVENTEEN — “Q&A” (2015) (feat. Ailee) — Composition/Lyrics
4) OSTs and Special Projects
2025
- Midnight Sun (film score / OST work)
- Role: Music Director
- Work: Composed background score and produced OSTs (as stated).
2019
- The Seasons (talk show)
- Wrote the logo song and arranged intro music (your note also references hosting in 2023–2024).
2017
- Part-Time Idol (Drama OST)
- Tracks: “Red Carpet”, “Ice Cafe”
2016
- Moon Lovers: Scarlet Heart Ryeo (OST)
- Track: “Be With You” (composed/written by Lee Chan-hyuk, as stated)
Summary: How to Distinguish Them
| Feature | Lee Soo-hyuk | Lee Chan-hyuk |
|---|---|---|
| Korean name | 이수혁 | 이찬혁 |
| Main field | Acting/Modeling | Music (AKMU), songwriting/producing |
| Famous for | Grim Reaper in Tomorrow | AKMU releases + producing work |
| 2025 highlight | S Line (detective role) | Midnight Sun (music director) |
| Easy clue | Very tall “actor look” | Artsy concepts, often glasses |
| Acting in dramas? | Yes | No (music-focused career) |
