Itaewon Class — Characters & Cast

Initially fueled by a desire to avenge his father's death, his motivation evolves into a quest to create a world where he and his "people" can live freely and happily.

Sae-ro-yi transforms from a hot-headed, idealistic teenager into a strategic, visionary CEO. His arc is defined by his ability to maintain his moral purity while navigating the compromises required by business and love.

Her motivation shifts from seeking entertainment in a boring world to a singular, fierce devotion to making Sae-ro-yi's dreams a reality.

A high-IQ sociopath who initially views the world with cold pragmatism. Through Sae-ro-yi, she learns empathy and the value of human connection, eventually dedicating her genius to his success.

Driven by the need to protect the Jangga Group at all costs, viewing any challenge to his authority as a personal insult that must be crushed.

A self-made titan who becomes a cautionary tale of how power can corrupt. He spends the series trying to break Sae-ro-yi, only to realize in his final days that he has built a hollow empire.

Primarily motivated by self-preservation and the desire for a stable life, which puts her at constant odds with Sae-ro-yi's risky path.

Caught between her loyalty to Sae-ro-yi and her survival instincts at Jangga. Her arc concludes with her choosing independence, finally acting on the evidence she gathered against the company for years.