Lee Sung-wook Joins 'Doctor X' as a Charismatic Surgeon, Signaling a New Transformation

Actor Lee Sung-wook is set to captivate audiences once again with his addition to the new SBS Friday-Saturday drama, 'Doctor X: Era of the White Mafia.'

'Doctor X: Era of the White Mafia,' a medical noir, is based on the hit Japanese TV Asahi series 'Doctor X.' It tells the story of Dr. Kye Soo-jung, also known as 'Doctor X,' who proves the essence of being a doctor solely through her skills, confronting a deeply corrupt establishment.

In the drama, Lee Sung-wook will portray Bae Heung-gon, a surgeon at Guseo University Hospital. Bae Heung-gon is a character with strong loyalty to his organization and a macho demeanor, yet he also strives to be a good doctor to his patients. With the arrival of Kye Soo-jung, his position is threatened, promising to create significant tension within the narrative. Anticipation is high for Lee Sung-wook's portrayal of this complex character, sometimes referred to as 'Hwa-Heung-gon' (a play on his name implying passion and anger).

Lee Sung-wook has consistently impressed with his stable performances in major productions such as the Netflix series 'Gyeongseong Creature' and 'In the Soop Friendcation,' the Coupang Play series 'Bait,' and the JTBC drama 'Forecasting Love and Weather.' He left a powerful impact by portraying formidable villains with distinct charisma in the SBS drama 'Try: We Become a Miracle' and the Netflix series 'The Bequeathed.'

With his intense focus and ability to solidly build characters, Lee Sung-wook commands attention in every scene. His skilled balancing of intensity and restraint has made him a standout presence. Viewers are eagerly awaiting how he will enchant them with a new dimension in 'Doctor X: Era of the White Mafia.' The drama is scheduled to air in 2026.

Korean netizens are expressing high anticipation for Lee Sung-wook's new transformation. Comments include, "I'm looking forward to seeing what kind of character Actor Lee Sung-wook will show this time!", "I enjoyed the original Doctor X, and now there's a Korean version!", and "A macho doctor, his charisma is already explosive." These remarks show excitement for his acting spectrum and curiosity about the drama.