Hey hey, my American K-Drama fam, this one’s for you. I know most of y’all already live in a Marvel universe 24/7 (unlike the rest of us), while debating whether Iron Man could take on Thor (he can’t stop it).

But today, let’s flip the table a bit. What if your favorite K-Drama stars, the same ones who make us swoon with wrist grabs and give us trust issues, were Marvel superheroes?

Let’s imagine together, stay with me.

Lee Min Ho as Iron Man

If Marvel ever needed a Korean Tony Stark, they’d definitely call Lee Min Ho as the first option. He’s been chaebol-ing since Boys Over Flowers, dripping money, sarcasm, and questionable arrogance. But, just like Stark, beneath the sharp suits and cars, he’s got that soft, loyal center that makes you forgive everything and even save the world. Tell me you wouldn’t pay to see him smirk in a metal suit while casually saving Seoul. Just that I am not sure his Skin can withstand the heat under that metal, but anything for saving the world.

Park Bo Gum as Spider-Man

Wholesome energy? Check. Puppy eyes that can melt a villain’s heart? Check again. Park Bo Gum is basically Spider-Man without the web shooters. He has that same “boy next door who suddenly carries the weight of the world” vibe. Picture him swinging around Seoul with high schoolers cheering “oppa!” from below, Epic! And let’s not forget that this spiderman will be more handsome because this is a Korean oppa we're talking about here!

Park Seo Joon as Captain America

If you’ve seen Itaewon Class, you already know Park Seo Joon has some Captain America energy. He has discipline, morals, leadership, and abs (I have seen them). He’s the kind of guy who’d carry the shield and give motivational speeches that actually make you want to do push-ups at 5am. But unlike Steve Rogers, he might throw in a little romance subplot while he’s at it. Remember this is K-Drama world where we mix in romance with every other theme so well.

Ahn Hyo Seop as Thor

My crush is tall, broad-shouldered, and looks like he could pick up a hammer with no problem (I said “look like,” so don’t have him pick up a hammer in his next fan meeting.). Ahn Hyo Seop has that quiet intensity that screams Thor from all angles. Also, imagine him saying “Bring me Soju” instead of “Bring me Thanos.” classic something!

Nam Joo Hyuk as Black Panther

Okay, don’t fight me yet. I’m not saying Nam Joo Hyuk can be the T’Challa, because late Chadwick Boseman is untouchable, but if Korea needed its own Black Panther type? Nam Joo Hyuk fits. He’s tall, regal, and carries himself with quiet authority. You can see him walking into a room, and people just parting like he owns the place.

So there you have it, K-Drama’s Marvel male lineup. I’m positive if this idea ever comes to life, American Marvel stans will be the ones to first eat this up.  

Now tell me, who did I miss? Should I do a Female Edition next?