Sungkyunkwan Scandal!
My favourite character??!!?? The performances from all the actors were spectacular, so choosing one character in particular is difficult.
For cheeky winks and smiles, it would have to be Goo Yong Ha. His clever ploys and wit make you really like his development into a loyal friend and then the occasional emotional moment when his eyes fill with tears - very well done. Song Joong Ki must've enjoyed this role, he played it so well.
Also tied in first place is Moon Jae Shin - a rugged loner hiding his pain but passionate in his loyalty as he slowly opens his heart to the innocent friendship offered by Kim Yoon Shik. Yoo Ah In gives depth to this character.
The complex character development of Lee Sun Joon was expressed expertly by Micky Yoochun. He saved his character from becoming a cliche or dull cardboard cutout and made the emotional journey realistic and logical.
I think many physical aspects of the actors helped these characters come to life for me. Who could not be moved by the good looks of SJK as his beautiful lips turned up at the corners into a smile, accompanied by a cheeky wink? And the handsome YAI as his dark eyes peeked out from under his unruly hair which framed his face to emphasise his full red lips perfectly. And the transformation as a rare smile curved MY's luscious lips and lit up his whole face.
*sigh*