I just know I am about to write and do the most ridiculous, weird, and funniest thing here now, and that’s your sign that if you are not a Nollywood fan or can’t even relate, just jump and pass.

Because we’re about to imagine K-Drama actors sliding into some of the most iconic Nollywood male roles, and honestly, this chaos is delicious.

Jang Ki-yong as Saro in Anikulapo

Saro is a charismatic, trouble-making textile weaver who somehow finds himself juggling forbidden romance, royal wrath, and resurrection powers. He’s clever, mischievous, and a little self-absorbed, and who will pull that off better than Jang Ki-yong? He has that same sly charm that can totally woo Queen Arolake. Imagine him possessing the guard that could neutralize death with his handsome face that will make women swoon. Nollywood wouldn’t be ready for this energy.

Did we stop supporting the original Saro at some point? With Jang Ki-yong, we won’t have any choice but to keep supporting him.

Namkoong Min as Ogundiji in Jagun Jagun

Ogundiji is the all-powerful warlord who suddenly feels threatened by a younger warrior, and Namkoong Min's serious face already carries that icy, authoritative presence that screams, “Do not test me!” Pair him with a rising star, Gbotija? The tension alone would keep us glued to our screens. I can already picture how great a historical drama this will be because this man has all the energy to keep us salivating.

Park Bo-gum as Gbotija in Jagun Jagun

Gbotija is the young, righteous warrior on a quest for vengeance, with a sense of justice. If Namkoong Min does well as Ogundiji, then Park Bo-gum has that perfect mix of boyish charm and emotional depth. You’d believe every intense duel, every training, and every plot twist in his quest to avenge his father. Did I say the actual movies were giving a historical Korean drama vibe already? Park Bo Gum will bring it to life.  

Ji Chang Wook as Afamefuna in Afamefuna

Afamefuna is a millionaire business mogul balancing friendship, legacy, and dilemmas while trying to clear his name of murder. Ji Chang can channel the ambition, charm, and subtle emotional vulnerability needed for this role (The Manipulated, I am looking at you). Imagine him negotiating apprentice hierarchies, dealing with betrayal, and somehow looking composed while chaos keeps happening around him, exactly the type of performance that makes you say, “Yes, that’s the man for the job” because he really is.

Hyun Bin as Adedunjoye in Seven Doors

Adedunjoye is a reluctant king dealing with a chaotic kingdom and seven wives, and the pressure is overwhelming. Hyun Bin has the calm authority and charisma to make this role believable. He’d sell the exhaustion of kingship and make us all pity him for his life choices. Hyun Bin can totally navigate Nollywood’s melodrama while keeping it subtle enough that it’s still stylish. I mean, he proved that in most of his dramas already.

Park Seo-joon as Shege in Everybody Loves Jenifa

This one is the most hilarious one on the list. Shege is the lovable, slightly chaotic hero who tries to support Jenifa while surviving murder plots, festivals, and gang chases. Park Seo-joon could definitely nail the humor, romantic timing, and emotional sincerity that make Shege memorable. He will be the one to keep us all laughing and sighing at the same time. He has the charm that could easily rival Shege’s, while giving the role a K-Drama makeover.

Again, it’s clear: Nollywood and K-Drama aren’t so different, and anyone can crossover and play any role and still do it perfectly.

Yes, I said what I said. Tell me, which K-Drama male character would you cast in Nollywood first?