42 Most Beautiful & Hottest Korean Actresses 2023

South Korea’s entertainment industry is home to many stunningly beautiful actresses who are admired for their youthful good looks and enviable talent. From veteran stars to up-and-coming ingénues, these women light up television and movie screens with their glowing skin, doe-like eyes, petite frames, and graceful moves.

Some have become international sensations, representing the pinnacle of Korean beauty standards prized for small oval faces, slim figures, and flawless complexions. While cosmetic surgery is popular in Korea, many tout a natural beauty that shines whether in TV dramas, films, music videos or simply walking the red carpet. Regardless of age or make-up, certain actresses are revered as iconic beauties in their homeland and beyond. Though beauty is subjective, these women are considered among the most attractive in Korea for their diverse looks, radiant smiles, and brilliant acting abilities that make them shine both on and off-screen. Their stunning visages coupled with poise and talent earns them acclaim and devoted fans worldwide.

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1. soo ae (박수애)

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Soo Ae, born Park Soo-ae on September 16, 1979, is a prominent South Korean actress known for her roles in various films and television series. She gained recognition for her roles as Kim In-hae in the 2013 film “The Flu” and Oh Soo-Yeon in the 2018 film “High Society”. Initially planning to debut as a singer, Soo Ae transitioned into acting and made her mark in the industry.

Some of her other notable works include “A Family” (2004), “Nim-eun-meon-go-sae” (2008), and “Midnight FM” (2010). Soo Ae is known for her elegant image and has been dubbed the “queen of tears” for her well-received performances in melodramas

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2. sulli choi (최진리)

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Sulli Choi, born Choi Jin-ri, was a talented South Korean actress and singer who began her career at the age of 11 as a child actress in the historical drama ‘Ballad of Seodong‘. She later debuted as a singer and dancer in the K-pop group F(x) in 2009, using the stage name “Sulli”. Throughout her career, Sulli faced immense public scrutiny and criticism, particularly for her relationship with rapper Choiza, which sparked controversy due to their age gap.

Despite the challenges, Sulli continued to work in the entertainment industry, focusing on her acting career and even releasing a single album titled “Goblin” in June 2019. Unfortunately, Sulli struggled with mental health issues and severe depression, which ultimately led to her tragic passing on October 14, 2019.

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3. seo young hee (서영희)

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Seo Young-hee, born on June 13, 1979, is a renowned South Korean actress who started her acting career in 1998 with a small role in the film “Bye June.” Despite a slow start, she eventually gained recognition for her supporting role in the thriller “The Chaser” (2008) and her award-winning lead role in the horror film “Bedevilled” (2010).

Seo Young-hee has appeared in various films and dramas, including popular works such as “The Great Queen Seondeok,” “The Chaser,” and “Nokdu Flower.” She married her non-celebrity husband in 2011 and is the proud mother of two children.

With a clean image as a celebrity, Seo Young-hee has managed to maintain a successful acting career and is currently signed under Studio Santa Claus Entertainment.

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4. shin mina (신민아)

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Shin Min-a, born on April 5, 1984, is a South Korean actress and model who gained fame through her modeling career since 1998. She is best known for her roles in television dramas such as “A Love to Kill,” “My Girlfriend Is a Nine-Tailed Fox,” “Arang and the Magistrate,” “Oh My Venus,” “Tomorrow, With You,” “Hometown Cha-Cha-Cha,” and “Our Blues.” Shin Min-a started her acting career with films like “Volcano High” (2001) and “Madeleine” (2003).

Apart from her acting career, she has worked with various brands as a model, including Giordano, Chum Churum, LG, and Canon. In 2009, she published a book titled “Shin Min-a’s French Diary.” Shin Min-a has also contributed her vocals to several soundtracks for her dramas.

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5. Lee mi sook (이미숙)

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Lee Mi-sook, born on April 2, 1960, is a renowned South Korean actress who started her acting career in 1979 with the film “Thoughtless Momo.” She became one of the most popular stars in the 1980s, appearing in famous films such as “Whale Hunting,” “The Winter That Year Was Warm,” “Mulberry,” and “Eunuch.”

Lee Mi-sook took a break from films after getting married in 1987 but continued to appear in television dramas. She made a comeback in 1998 with an award-winning leading role in “An Affair” and has since remained active in film and television.

Some of her notable works include “Solitude,” “Untold Scandal,” “Smile, Mom,” and “Can We Get Married?”. In 2007, Lee Mi-sook divorced her husband, plastic surgeon Hong Sung Ho, after 20 years of marriage. They have a son and a daughter.

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6. imsoo jung (임수정)

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Im Soo-jung, born on July 11, 1979, is a South Korean actress who began her career as a model for teen magazines before making her acting breakthrough in Kim Jee-woon’s horror film “A Tale of Two Sisters” (2003). She gained further recognition with her role in the popular television drama “I’m Sorry, I Love You” (2004). Im Soo-jung has appeared in various films and television dramas, including “I’m a Cyborg, But That’s OK” (2006), “Happiness” (2007), and “All About My Wife” (2012).

She has received numerous awards for her performances, including the Best Actress award at the 33rd Blue Dragon Film Awards for her role in “All About My Wife.” Im Soo-jung is currently signed under King Kong by Starship Entertainment.

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7. jung eun chae (정은채)

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Jung Eun-chae, born Jung Sol-mi on November 24, 1986, is a South Korean actress, model, and TV host. She began her career as a model and made her acting breakthrough as the titular character in the film “Nobody’s Daughter Haewon” (2013), directed by Hong Sang-soo, which premiered at the 63rd Berlin International Film Festival.

Some of her notable works include “The Fatal Encounter,” “Hill of Freedom,” “The King,” “The Table,” “The Great Battle,” and “Maybe We Have Broken Up.” Jung Eun-chae has also received several awards for her performances, such as the Best New Actress award at the KOFRA Film Awards and the Wildflower Film Award for Best Actress.

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8. seo yea ji (서예지)

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Seo Yea-ji, born on April 6, 1990, is a South Korean actress who began her acting career in the sitcom “Potato Star 2013QR3.” She went on to play major roles in period drama “Diary of a Night Watchman,” thriller “Last,” and fantasy “Moorim School: Saga of the Brave.” Her notable lead roles in television series include “Save Me” (2017) and “Lawless Lawyer” (2018). Seo Yea-ji rose to prominence with the romantic comedy “It’s Okay to Not Be Okay” (2020).

In 2021, she starred in the mystery-thriller film “Recalled,” which was a resounding success. Seo Yea-ji has received several awards for her performances, including the Best Actress award at the 33rd Blue Dragon Film Awards and the Excellence Actress in a Miniseries award at the APAN Star Awards 2020.

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9. jung ryeo won (정려원)

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Jung Ryeo-won, born on January 21, 1981, is a South Korean-born Australian actress who started her career as a singer in the now-defunct girl group Chakra. She first rose to fame in the hit television series “My Name Is Kim Sam-soon” and has since appeared in various films and television dramas, including “Two Faces of My Girlfriend,” “Castaway on the Moon,” “Wok of Love,” and “History of a Salaryman.”

Jung Ryeo-won emigrated to Brisbane, Australia, with her family in 1992 and graduated from Griffith University with a major in international business. She has received several awards for her performances, including the Top Excellence Actress in a Miniseries award at the SBS Drama Awards and the Best Actress award at the Bucheon International Fantastic Film Festival.

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10. moon geun young (문근영)

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Moon Geun-young, born on May 6, 1987, is a South Korean actress who began her career as a model at the age of 10 and made her acting debut in 1999 as a child actress. She first rose to stardom through her role as the young Eun-suh in the popular television drama series “Autumn in My Heart” (2000), followed by a well-received turn in Kim Jee-woon’s critically acclaimed horror film “A Tale of Two Sisters” (2003). Moon solidified her star status by headlining the box-office hits “My Little Bride” (2004) and “Innocent Steps” (2005).

At age 21, she became the youngest recipient of a Grand Prize (“Daesang”) which she won at the SBS Drama Awards for the television series “Painter of the Wind” (2008). Moon Geun-young has appeared in various films and television dramas throughout her career and is affectionately called the “Nation’s Little Sister.”

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11. lee young ae  (이영애)

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Lee Young-ae, born on January 31, 1971, is a South Korean actress known for her roles in the historical drama “Dae Jang Geum” (2003) and the crime thriller film “Sympathy for Lady Vengeance” (2005). She began her career as a model in 1991 and later transitioned to acting.

Lee Young-ae has appeared in various films and television dramas throughout her career and has received numerous awards for her performances, including Best Actress awards at the 38th Sitges Film Festival, 26th Blue Dragon Film Awards, and 42nd Baeksang Arts Awards. She is currently signed under Good People Entertainment.

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12. kim hyun joo (김현주)

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Kim Hyun-joo, born on April 24, 1977, is a South Korean actress best known for her leading roles in television dramas such as “Glass Slippers,” “Toji, the Land,” “Twinkle Twinkle,” “What Happens to My Family?,” and “I Have a Lover.” She began her career as a model and transitioned to acting in 1997. Kim Hyun-joo has appeared in various films and television dramas throughout her career and has received numerous awards for her performances. She is currently signed under YNK Entertainment.

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13. ku hye sun (구혜선)

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Ku Hye-sun, born on November 9, 1984, is a South Korean actress, singer-songwriter, director, and artist. She gained widespread recognition for her roles in television dramas such as “Pure in Heart” (2006), “The King And I” (2007), “Boys Over Flowers” (2009), “Take Care of Us, Captain” (2012), “Angel Eyes” (2014), and “Blood” (2015).

Ku Hye-sun began her career as an ulzzang and later transitioned to acting. In addition to her acting career, she has also pursued her passion for directing, writing, and art, holding solo exhibitions and showcasing her talents in various fields.

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14. ha ji won (하지원)

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Ha Ji-won, born Jeon Hae-rim on June 28, 1978, is a South Korean actress and singer. She is best known for her roles in historical dramas such as “Damo,” “Hwang Jini,” and “Empress Ki,” as well as the melodrama “Something Happened in Bali” and the romantic comedy series “Secret Garden.” Ha Ji-won began her acting career in 1996 and has since appeared in various films and television dramas.

She has received numerous awards for her performances, including the Grand Prize (Daesang) at the 2006 KBS Drama Awards for her role in “Hwang Jini.” In 2013, she established her own agency, Haewadal Entertainment, and signed with United Talent Agency (UTA) for her activities in Hollywood and Invincible Plan for her Chinese ventures.

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15. moon chae won (문채원)

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Moon Chae-won, born on November 13, 1986, is a South Korean actress who first gained attention in 2008 for her supporting role as a gisaeng in “Painter of the Wind.” She then starred in “Brilliant Legacy,” one of the top-rated Korean dramas of 2009. Moon’s career breakthrough came in 2011 with leading roles in the television period drama “The Princess‘ Man” and the action blockbuster “War of the Arrows,” both of which were critical and commercial hits.

For her performance in “War of the Arrows,” Moon won Best New Actress at the Grand Bell Awards and the Blue Dragon Film Awards. Some of her other notable television series include “The Innocent Man,” “Good Doctor,” “Flower of Evil,” and “Mama Fairy and the Woodcutter”.

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16. kwon nara (권나라)

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Kwon Nara, born on March 13, 1991, is a South Korean actress and singer who is best known as one of the original members of the girl group Hello Venus. She began her career in the entertainment industry as an acting trainee with Fantagio Entertainment while still in middle school. After joining Hello Venus in 2012, the group made their debut with the EP “Venus.”

Kwon Nara has also pursued an acting career, appearing in various television dramas and films. In 2019, she signed with A-Man Project and took on her first lead role in the KBS medical prison drama “Doctor Prisoner.” She also starred in the popular JTBC drama “Itaewon Class” in 2020.

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17. lee se young (이세영)

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Lee Se-young, born on December 20, 1992, is a South Korean actress who debuted as a child actress in 1997. She is best known for her roles in “Dae Jang Geum” (2003), “When I Turned Nine” (2004), “Lovely Rivals” (2004), and “The Wonder Years” (2007). Some of her notable works include “The Gentlemen of Wolgyesu Tailor Shop” (2016–2017), “A Korean Odyssey” (2017–2018), “The Crowned Clown” (2019), “Doctor John” (2019), “Memorist” (2020), “Kairos” (2020), “The Red Sleeve” (2021), and “The Law Cafe” (2022).

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18. kim sae ron (김새론)

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Kim Sae-ron, born on July 31, 2000, is a South Korean actress who began her career at the age of nine and gained popularity as a child star through her roles in the films “A Brand New Life” (2009) and “The Man From Nowhere” (2010). As she entered her teenage years, she took on more leading roles, notably in the film “A Girl at My Door” (2014).

Kim Sae-ron has also starred in various television drama series, including “Listen to My Heart” (2011), “The Queen’s Classroom” (2013), and “Hi! School-Love On” (2014). Her first adult lead role was in the television drama “Secret Healer” (2016).

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19. seo ji hye (서지혜)

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Seo Ji-hye, born on August 24, 1984, is a South Korean actress who first gained attention in the horror film “Voice” (2005). She has since starred in numerous television dramas, including “49 Days” (2011), “Punch” (2014), “Don’t Dare to Dream” (2016), “Crash Landing on You” (2019), and “Red Balloon” (2022–2023). Seo Ji-hye graduated from Sungkyunkwan University and is currently signed under Ieum Hashtag.

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20. song ji hyo (송지효)

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Song Ji-hyo, born Cheon Seong-im on August 15, 1981, is a South Korean actress and model. She gained international recognition as one of the regular cast members of the South Korean variety show “Running Man” since 2010. Before her acting debut, she was a cover model for Kiki Magazine and made her acting debut in the feature film “Wishing Stairs” (2003), the third installment in the Whispering Corridors film series.

She made her television debut in the romantic comedy “Princess Hours” (2006) and the historical drama “Jumong” (2006). Some of her other notable works include “A Frozen Flower” (2008), “New World” (2013), “Emergency Couple” (2014), and “My Wife’s Having an Affair this Week” (2016).

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21. shin min a (신민아)

Her Movies and TV Shows:

Shin Min-a, born on April 5, 1984, is a South Korean actress and model who gained fame through her modeling career since 1998. She is best known for her roles in television dramas such as “A Love to Kill,” “My Girlfriend Is a Nine-Tailed Fox,” “Arang and the Magistrate,” “Oh My Venus,” “Tomorrow, With You,” “Hometown Cha-Cha-Cha,” and “Our Blues.” Shin Min-a started her acting career with films like “Volcano High” (2001) and “Madeleine” (2003).

Apart from her acting career, she has worked with various brands as a model, including Giordano, Chum Churum, LG, and Canon. In 2009, she published a book titled “Shin Min-a’s French Diary.” Shin Min-a has also contributed her vocals to several soundtracks for her dramas.

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22. shin se kyung (신세경)

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Shin Se-kyung, born on July 29, 1990, is a South Korean actress, singer, and model. She began her career as a child actress and gained recognition in 2009 with the sitcom “High Kick Through the Roof.” Since then, she has starred in films such as “Hindsight” (2011), “R2B: Return to Base” (2012), and “Tazza: The Hidden Card” (2014), as well as television series like “Deep Rooted Tree” (2011), “The Girl Who Sees Smells” (2015), “Six Flying Dragons” (2015–2016), “The Bride of Habaek” (2017), “Black Knight: The Man Who Guards Me” (2017–2018), “Rookie Historian Goo Hae-Ryung” (2019), and “Run On” (2020).

Shin Se-kyung attended Shinmok High School and later graduated from Chung-Ang University with a degree in Performing Arts14. In 2014, she was appointed as the Goodwill Ambassador for UNESCO’s Korean Committee.

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23. jun ji hyun (전지현)

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Jun Ji-hyun, also known as Gianna Jun, was born on October 30, 1981, in Seoul, South Korea. She is a renowned South Korean actress and model who gained fame through her role in the film “My Sassy Girl” (2001), which became the highest-grossing Korean comedy of all time. Jun Ji-hyun began her career as a model and transitioned to acting with her debut in the film “White Valentine” (1999).

Some of her other notable works include “Il Mare” (2000), “The Thieves” (2012), “Assassination” (2015), and the popular television series “My Love from Another Star” (2013-2014). She has received multiple awards, including two Grand Bell Awards for Best Actress and a Daesang for Television at the Baeksang Art Awards.

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24. kim ji won (김지원)

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Kim Ji-won, born on October 19, 1992, is a South Korean actress who gained attention through her roles in television series such as “The Heirs” (2013) and “Descendants of the Sun” (2016). She later took on leading roles in “Fight for My Way” (2017), “Arthdal Chronicles” (2019), “Lovestruck in the City” (2020-2021), and “My Liberation Notes” (2022).

Kim Ji-won initially trained to be a singer and actress and began her career as a background vocalist for Younha. She then appeared in various commercials, gaining attention as the “Lollipop Girl” and “Oran C Girl.” Kim Ji-won attended Paekahm High School and later graduated from Dongguk University, where she majored in Drama.

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25. kim tae hee (김태희)

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Kim Tae-hee, born on March 29, 1980, is a South Korean actress known for her roles in various television dramas such as “Stairway to Heaven” (2003), “Love Story in Harvard” (2004), “Iris” (2009), “My Princess” (2011), “Yong-pal” (2015), and “Hi Bye, Mama!” (2020). She is considered one of South Korea’s most beautiful actresses.

Kim Tae-hee began her career as a model and transitioned to acting. She graduated from Seoul National University with a bachelor’s degree in fashion design1. Her younger brother, Lee Wan, is also an actor.

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26. lee da hee (이다희)

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Lee Da-hee, born on March 15, 1985, is a South Korean model and actress. She gained recognition for her breakout role in the 2013 SBS courtroom drama “I Can Hear Your Voice.” She is also known for her roles as Kang Sa-ra in “The Beauty Inside” (2018) and Cha Hyeon in “Search: WWW” (2019). Lee Da-hee began her career as a model at the age of 17 and transitioned to acting. She is currently signed under Ghost Studio.

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27. bae suzy (배수지)

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Bae Suzy, born on October 10, 1994, is a South Korean singer, actress, and model. She gained fame as a member of the girl group Miss A under JYP Entertainment. Suzy made her acting debut in the television series “Dream High” (2011) and has since appeared in various films and television dramas, including “Architecture 101” (2012), “Gu Family Book” (2013), “Uncontrollably Fond” (2016), “While You Were Sleeping” (2017), “Vagabond” (2019), “Start-Up” (2020), and “Anna” (2022).

She made her solo debut on January 24, 2017, with her first mini-album “Yes? No?” On March 31, 2019, Suzy left JYP Entertainment and signed a contract with the acting agency, Management SOOP.

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28. han hyo joo (한효주)

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Han Hyo-joo, born on February 22, 1987, is a South Korean film and television actress, model, and singer. She is best known for her leading roles in television series such as “Heaven & Earth” (2007), “Iljimae” (2008), “Brilliant Legacy” (2009), “Dong Yi” (2010), “W” (2016), and “Happiness” (2021). Han has also appeared in films like “Masquerade” (2012), “Cold Eyes” (2013), “Love 911” (2012), “The Beauty Inside” (2015), and “The Last Royal Treasure” (2022).

She has won several awards for her performances, including the Best Actress award at the 47th Baeksang Arts Awards and the 34th Blue Dragon Film Awards. Han Hyo-joo graduated from Dongguk University, where she majored in Theater and Film.

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29. kim se jeong (김세정)

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Kim Se-jeong, born on August 28, 1996, is a South Korean singer and actress. She gained fame by finishing second in Mnet’s girl group survival show Produce 101, becoming a member of the project girl group I.O.I. She was also a member of Jellyfish Entertainment’s girl group Gugudan.

Kim Se-jeong is currently active as a solo artist and actress, best known for her lead roles in the television series School 2017 (2017), The Uncanny Counter (2020–2021), and Business Proposal (2022).

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30. kim so hyun (김소현)

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Kim So-hyun, born on June 4, 1999, is a South Korean actress who began her career as a child in 2006. She initially gained public attention for playing pivotal roles in “Moon Embracing the Sun” (2012) and “Missing You” (2013). She took on her first leading role in the teen drama “Ma Boy” (2012) and has since starred in various TV series, including “Who Are You: School 2015” (2015), “Hey Ghost, Let’s Fight” (2016), “The Emperor: Owner of the Mask” (2017), “Radio Romance” (2018), “The Tale of Nokdu” (2019), and “Love Alarm” (2019–2021). Kim So-hyun is currently signed under Ieum Hashtag.

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31. park bo young (박보영)

Her Movies and TV Shows:

Park Bo-young, born on February 12, 1990, is a South Korean actress best known for her leading roles in hit films such as “Scandal Makers” (2008), “A Werewolf Boy” (2012), and “On Your Wedding Day” (2018), as well as television series like “Oh My Ghost” (2015), “Strong Girl Bong-soon” (2017), “Abyss” (2019), and “Doom at Your Service” (2021).

She began her acting career in 2006 with a role in the TV show “Secret Campus.” Park Bo-young has received numerous awards for her performances, including the Best New Actress and Popularity Award (Female) at the 45th Baeksang Arts Awards for her role in “Speed Scandal”1. She is currently signed under BH Entertainment.

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32. lee sung kyung (이성경)

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Lee Sung-kyung, born on August 10, 1990, is a South Korean model, actress, and singer. She is best known for her roles in television series such as “Cheese in the Trap” (2016), “The Doctors” (2016), “Weightlifting Fairy Kim Bok-joo” (2016), “Dr. Romantic 2” (2020), “Sh**ting Stars” (2022), and “Dr. Romantic 3” (2023). Lee Sung-kyung began her entertainment career as a model, competing in the local Super Model Contest in 2008. She graduated from Dongduk Women’s University.

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33. kim go eun (김고은)

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Kim Go-eun, born on July 2, 1991, is a South Korean actress known for her roles in films and television dramas. She debuted in the critically acclaimed film “A Muse” (2012), where she won several Best New Actress awards in South Korea.

Kim Go-eun is also known for her roles in television series such as “Cheese in the Trap” (2016), “Guardian: The Lonely and Great God” (2016), “The King: Eternal Monarch” (2020), “Yumi’s Cells” (2021), and “Little Women” (2022). She is fluent in Mandarin, as she lived in Beijing, China, for 10 years with her family. Kim Go-eun is currently signed under BH Entertainment.

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34. kim yoo jung (김유정)

Her Movies and TV Shows:

Kim Yoo-jung, born on September 22, 1999, is a South Korean actress who began her career as a child model at the age of four. She gained public attention for starring in television series such as “Dong Yi” (2010), “Moon Embracing the Sun” (2012), “May Queen” (2012), “Golden Rainbow” (2013), “Secret Door” (2014), and “Angry Mom” (2015)1. Kim Yoo-jung has since transitioned into more mature roles, including her leading role in the historical drama “Love in the Moonlight” (2016). She is currently signed under Awesome ENT.

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35. park min young (박민영)

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Park Min-young, born on March 4, 1986, is a South Korean actress who rose to fame with her role in the historical coming-of-age drama “Sungkyunkwan Scandal” (2010). She has since starred in various television series, including “City Hunter” (2011), “Glory Jane” (2011), “Dr. Jin” (2012), “Healer” (2014-2015), “Remember: War of the Son” (2015-2016), “Queen for Seven Days” (2017), and “What’s Wrong with Secretary Kim” (2018). Park Min-young began her career as a model and made her acting debut in an SK Telecom commercial in 2005. She graduated from Dongguk University with a degree in Theatre.

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36. park shin hye (박신혜)

Her Movies and TV Shows:

Park Shin-hye, born on February 18, 1990, is a South Korean actress and singer who gained recognition as a child actress in television series such as “Stairway to Heaven” (2003) and “Tree of Heaven” (2006). She has since starred in various TV series and films, including “You’re Beautiful” (2009), “Heartstrings” (2011), “Flower Boys Next Door” (2013), “The Heirs” (2013), “Pinocchio” (2014), “Doctors” (2016), “Memories of the Alhambra” (2018), and “Sisyphus: The Myth” (2021).

Park Shin-hye began her career after her English teacher encouraged her to audition for pop singer Lee Seung Hwan’s music company “Dream Factory”. She then received formal training in singing, dancing, and acting, eventually picking up the guitar and keyboard as well. Park Shin-hye’s older brother, Park Shin-won, is a guitarist and composer. She is currently signed under S.A.L.T Entertainment.

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37. go yoon jung (고윤정)

Her Movies and TV Shows:

Go Yoon-jung, born on April 22, 1996, is a South Korean actress and model signed under MAA. She made her acting debut in the television series “He Is Psychometric” (2019) and gained recognition for her supporting role in the Netflix series “Sweet Home” (2020).

She is also known for her works in television dramas “Law School” (2021) and “Alchemy of Souls” (2022), as well as the film “Hunt” (2022). Go Yoon-jung attended Seoul Women’s University, where she majored in Contemporary Art.

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38. son ye jin (손예진)

Her Movies and TV Shows:

Son Ye-jin, born on January 11, 1982, in Daegu, South Korea, is a talented and renowned South Korean actress. She rose to fame with her roles in films such as “The Classic” and “Summer Scent” and has since been affectionately known as the “Nation’s First Love” in Korea. Throughout her career, she has showcased her versatility by taking on various roles in films like “A Moment to Remember,” “April Snow,” and “The Last Princess”. Son Ye-jin has also made a significant impact on television with successful dramas like “Alone in Love,” “Personal Taste,” “Something in the Rain,” and the globally popular “Crash Landing on You”.

Son Ye-jin has described acting as a “marathon of consuming emotions” and has faced tremendous emotional pressure in her career. She has been open about the struggles she has faced during her 22 years in the industry, including the scarcity of film opportunities for actresses and the loneliness that comes with being in front of the camera. Despite these challenges, Son Ye-jin has continued to captivate audiences with her sensitive and technically refined performances, earning her critical acclaim and numerous awards.

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39. han so hee (한소희)

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Han So-hee, born as Lee So-hee on November 18, 1994, in Ulsan, South Korea, is a talented South Korean actress and model. She began her acting career with supporting roles in television series such as “Money Flower,” “100 Days My Prince,” and “Abyss” before transitioning to lead roles in “The World of the Married,” “Nevertheless,” and “My Name”.

Han So-hee gained widespread recognition for her role as Yeo Da-kyung in “The World of the Married,” earning her a nomination for Best New Actress at the 56th Baeksang Arts Awards and the title of Rookie of the Year – Television/Film at the 5th Asia Artist Awards in 2020. She has showcased her acting prowess through diverse roles in popular TV shows and has been honored with several awards throughout her career.

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40. Nana (나나)

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Im Jin-ah, better known by her stage name Nana, was born on September 14, 1991, in Cheongju, South Korea. She is a talented South Korean singer, actress, and model. Nana is known for her work as a group member of the South Korean girl group After School and its subgroups, Orange Caramel and After School Red. As an actress, she has starred in various television dramas such as “Love Weaves Through a Millennium” (2015), “The Good Wife” (2016), “Kill It” (2019), and “Justice” (2019).

Nana has also appeared in films like “The Swindlers” (2017) and “Confession” (2022). She has gained international recognition and has been featured in various editions of international magazines, such as Elle Singapore and W Korea.

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41. lee ji eun (iu) (이지은)

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Lee Ji-eun, known by her stage name IU, was born on May 16, 1993, in Seoul, South Korea1. She is a South Korean singer-songwriter, composer, and actress1. IU signed with LOEN Entertainment (now Kakao Entertainment) in 2007 as a trainee and debuted as a singer at the age of fifteen with her first extended play (EP) Lost and Found (2008)1. She gained mainstream success with the release of “Good Day” from her third EP, Real7.

IU has released five studio albums, ten extended plays (EPs), 47 singles, and has also ventured into hosting radio and television shows, as well as acting. Some of her notable acting roles include her supporting role in the teen series “Dream High” and her main roles in “Hotel del Luna” and “My Mister”.

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42. song hye kyo (송혜교)

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Song Hye-kyo, born on November 22, 1981, in Daegu, South Korea, is a renowned South Korean actress. She gained international popularity through her leading roles in television dramas such as “Autumn in My Heart,” “All In,” “Full House,” “That Winter, the Wind Blows,” “Descendants of the Sun,” “Encounter,” and “The Glory”.

Her film work includes “Hwang Jin Yi,” “The Grandmaster,” “My Brilliant Life,” and “The Queens”. Song Hye-kyo has received numerous awards throughout her career, including the Best Actress Award at the 59th Baeksang Arts Awards for her role in “The Glory”.

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