The Best Korean Actresses

1. Soo Ae

Actress | Gajok

Soo Ae was born on July 25, 1981 in South Korea. She is an actress, known for A Family (2004), Nim-eun-meon-go-sae (2008) and Midnight FM (2010).

Go Hyun-jung was born on March 2, 1971 in Hwasun, Korea. She is an actress, known for The Great Queen Seondeok (2009), Woman on the Beach (2006) and Miss Conspirator (2012). She was previously married to Yong-Jin Chung.

3. Lee Yu-ri

Actress | Banjjak Banjjak Bitnaneun

Lee Yu-ri was born on January 28, 1982 in South Korea. She is an actress, known for Twinkle Twinkle (2011), Jang Bo Ri Is Here (2014) and Father Is Strange (2017). She has been married to Kye-Hyun Jo since September 6, 2010.

4. Park Yejin

Actress | Yeogo goedam II

Park Yejin was born on April 1, 1981 in Seoul, South Korea. She is an actress, known for Memento Mori (1999), An End to Killing (2013) and Mr. Baek (2014).

5. Ha Ji-Won

Actress | Hwang Jin Yi

South Korean fresh face Ha Ji-won is a very talented actress. She first came to theater in 2000 and won an award for best new actress. Her big break was "Sex is zero" and "True or Dare". In 2003, she was cast as Chae-oak in the famous Korean TV drama "Damo" and was stated as South Korean's most ...

6. Son Ye-jin

Actress | Nae meorisokui jiwoogae

As of her debut in South Korean films, Ye-jin Son became one of the stars of Chungmoore, the Korean Hollywood, notably appearing in the beautiful "Drunk on Women and Poetry" by the master Kwan-taek Im. In "April Snow", directed by Jin-ho Hur (2005), she questioned her pure innocent girl image, ...

7. Kong Hyo-jin

Actress | Misseu Hongdangmu

Kong Hyo-jin was born on April 4, 1980 in Seoul, South Korea. She is an actress, known for Misseu Hongdangmu (2008), Missing Woman (2016) and When the Camellia Blooms (2019).

8. Jeon Do-yeon

Actress | Hanyo

Jeon Do-yeon spent five years starring in television dramas before achieving instant star status with her film debut opposite Han Seok-gyu in The Contact. She has since gone on to take a wide variety of roles, from her performance as a schoolgirl in Harmonium in My Memory to that of a wife having ...

9. Song Hye-kyo

Actress | Yi dai zong shi

In addition to dominating her own country, Song Hye-Kyo has left a lasting impression on the global scene thanks to her stunning beauty, extraordinary acting abilities, and captivating presence. As a model who transitioned into acting, Song has become one of Asia's most well-known and significant ...

10. Lee Yeong-ae

Actress | Chinjeolhan geumjassi

Lee Yeong-ae was born on January 31, 1971 in Seoul, South Korea. She is an actress, known for Lady Vengeance (2005), Joint Security Area (2000) and Bring Me Home (2019). She has been married to Jeong Ho-young since August 24, 2009. They have two children.

11. Kim Seo-hyeong

Actress | Aknyeo

Kim Seo-hyeong was born on October 28, 1973 in South Korea. She is an actress, known for The Villainess (2017), Greenhouse (2022) and Late Spring (2014).

12. Moon Chae-won

Actress | Choi-jong-byeong-gi hwal

Moon Chae-won was born on November 13, 1986 in Daegu, South Korea. She is an actress, known for War of the Arrows (2011), The Princess' Man (2011) and Payback (2023).

13. Lee Bo-young

Actress | Neoui Moksoriga Deulryeo

Lee Bo-young was born on January 12, 1979 in South Korea. She is an actress, known for I Hear Your Voice (2013), A Dirty Carnival (2006) and Once Upon a Time (2008). She has been married to Ji Sung since September 27, 2013. They have two children.

14. Lee Da-hae

Actress | Chuno

Popular South Korean actress Lee Da-He has won several awards. She has starred in numerous Korean dramas, such as Miss Ripley (2011), The Slave Hunters (2010), Mai geol (2005), and Green Rose (2005). Being able to speak Korean, Japanese, English, and Chinese fluently has made Lee Da-hae extremely ...

15. Baek Jin-hee

Actress | Ki Hwanghoo

Baek Jin-hee was born on February 8, 1990 in South Korea. She is an actress, known for The Empress Ki (2013), Bandhobi (2009) and My Daughter, Geum Sa-wol (2015).

16. Park Jin-hee

Actress | Goongnyeo

Park Jin-hee was born on January 8, 1978 in Seoul, South Korea. She is an actress, known for Shadows in the Palace (2007), The King of Tears, Lee Bang-won (2021) and Whispering Corridors (1998).

17. Kim Mi-sook

Actress | Sebeun deijeu

Kim Mi-sook is known for Seven Days (2007), Empire of Gold (2013) and Marathon (2005).

18. Kang Soo-youn

Actress | Sibaji

Kang Soo-youn was born on August 18, 1966 in Seoul, South Korea. She was an actress and producer, known for The Surrogate Woman (1987), Come, Come, Come Upwards (1989) and All That Falls Has Wings (1990). She died on May 7, 2022 in Seoul, South Korea.

19. Choi Ji-woo

Actress | Injeong sajeong bol geot eobtda

Considered one of South Korea's most beautiful women, Choi Mi-Hyang, well-known by her stage name Choi Ji-Woo, is an accomplished South Korean actress. Her two-decade-long acting career saw her performing in several notable films, television series, and variety shows, both in her homeland and ...

20. Park Shin-hye

Actress | 7-beon-bang-ui seon-mul

Park Shin-hye was born in Gwangju, but raised in Paju, South Korea. Shin Hye Studied music, theater and singing in Chung-Ang University, Korea. Shin-hye made her acting debut in a Korean drama series, Stairway to heaven. She later on gained her popularity through another Korean series, You're ...

21. Yoon Eun-hye

Actress | Keopi peurinseu 1-hojeom

Eun-Hye Yun was born on October 3, 1984 in Seoul, South Korea. She is an actress, known for The 1st Shop of Coffee Prince (2007),Princess Hours (2006), Little Black Dress (2011) and The Man of the Vineyard (2006).Yoon successful performance in Coffee Prince, put her in the list of being one of the ...

22. Im Ye-jin

Actress | Bimilae

Im Ye-jin is a South Korean actress. Affectionately called the original "Nation's Little Sister", Im debuted as a teenage actress taking on roles of the "pretty teenaged student" in several movies and TV series - helping her win the title of everyone's favorite "dongseng (younger sibling)" in her ...

23. Yun Jeong-hie

Actress | Shi

Yun Jeong-hie was born in 1944 in Busan, Korea. She was an actress, known for Poetry (2010), Flower in the Snow (1992) and Two Flags (1994). She was married to Kun-woo Paik and Paik Kun-woo. She died on January 19, 2023 in Paris, France.

24. Lee Mi-sook

Actress | Ppong

Lee Mi-sook was born on April 2, 1960 in Seoul, Korea. She is an actress, known for Ppong (1986), An Affair (1998) and Untold Scandal (2003). She was previously married to Sung Ho Hong.

25. Oh Yeon-Seo

Actress | Jang Bo Ri Is Here

Oh Yeon Seo is a South Korean actress who is best known for her leading role in the No. 1-rated 2014 drama "Jang Bo Ri Is Here," for which she won the Top Excellence Awards at the 7th Korea Drama Awards and the 2014 MBC Drama Awards. Born on June 22, 1987, Oh Yeon Seo has appeared in many popular ...

26. Kim Hye-ja

Actress | Madeo

Kim Hye Ja is a South Korean actress. Best known for playing the archetypal Korean mother, Kim Hye Ja has established herself as an iconic actor in the Korean entertainment industry. Kim made her acting debut at age 29 while studying at Ewha Woman's University. In the 1981 movie 'Late Autumn', she ...

27. Jang Na-ra

Actress | Haneulgwa bada

Jang Na-ra was born on March 18, 1981 in Seoul, South Korea. She is an actress, known for Sky and Ocean (2009), Hello Monster (2015) and Sell Your Haunted House (2021).

28. Han Ji-min

Actress | Mi-sseu-baek

Han Ji-min was born on November 5, 1982 in Seoul, South Korea. She is an actress, known for Miss Baek (2018), The Age of Shadows (2016) and Rooftop Prince (2012).

29. Yunjin Kim

Actress | Lost

Yunjin Kim (born November 7, 1973), also known as Kim Yun-Jin is a South Korean-American film and theater actress. She is best known for her role as Sun on the American television series Lost, and as the North Korean spy Bang-Hee in the South Korean film Shiri. She also starred as Dr. Karen Kim in ...

30. Lee Seung-yun

Actress | Bin-jip

Lee Seung-yun was born on August 18, 1968 in Seoul, South Korea. She is an actress, known for 3-Iron (2004), Piano Man (1996) and Weding Deureseu (1997).

31. Bae Doona

Actress | Cloud Atlas

Doona Bae was born in Seoul, South Korea. Her mother, Hwa-Young Kim, is a stage actress. Bae started out as a model. She soon moved to T.V. and movies, and it proved the right move. Her first movie was The Ring Virus (1999). Barking Dogs Never Bite (2000) (aka "Barking Dogs Never Bite") and Take ...

32. Han Hyo-joo

Actress | Dong Yi

Han Hyo-Joo (born February 22, 1987 Cheongju, North Chungcheong Province) is a South Korean film and television actress. She is best known for her leading roles in television drama series: Spring Waltz (2006) (2006); Shining Inheritance (2009) (2009); Dong Yi (2010)(2010) and W (2016) (2016) as ...

33. Kim Seon-a

Actress | Deo pa-i-beu

Kim Seon-a was born on October 1, 1973 in Daegu, South Korea. She is an actress and producer, known for The Five (2013), Nae ireumeun Kim Sam-soon (2005) and Widaehan yusan (2003).

34. Kim Hae-sook

Actress | Bakjwi

Kim Hae-sook was born on December 30, 1955 in Busan, South Korea. She is an actress, known for Thirst (2009), The Handmaiden (2016) and The Thieves (2012). She is married to Kim Gab Soo. They have two children.

35. Lee Tae-ran

Actress | Eoggaeneomeoeui yeoni

Lee Tae-ran was born on March 25, 1975 in South Korea. She is an actress, known for Eoggaeneomeoeui yeoni (2007), Twenty Again (2015) and Helios (2015).

36. Kim Hye-seon

Actress | Bukchineun yeoja

Kim Hye-seon was born on September 28, 1969 in Seoul, South Korea. She is an actress and producer, known for Bukchineun yeoja (1987), Piano Man (1996) and Adeulgwa yeonin (1992).

37. Mira Yoon

Actress | Mister O

Mira Yoon is known for Mister O (1977), Hwanggeum madam (1975) and Cheonyeo sagong (1973).

38. Yang Mi-kyeong

Actress | Dae Jang-geum

Yang Mi-kyeong was born on July 25, 1961 in South Korea. She is an actress, known for Jewel in the Palace (2003), Castaway on the Moon (2009) and Burshi (1987).

39. Kim Hye-Ok

Actress | Gajokeui tansaeng

Kim Hye-Ok was born on May 9, 1958 in South Korea. She is an actress, known for Gajokeui tansaeng (2006), The Sons of Sol Pharmacy House (2009) and Kiss Me, Kill Me (2009).

40. Hwang Young-hee

Actress | Madeo

Hwang Young-hee was born on March 22, 1969. She is an actress, known for Mother (2009), The King: Eternal Monarch (2020) and Hotel Del Luna (2019).

41. Kim Yong-rim

Actress | Annyeong? Naya!

Kim Yong-rim was born on March 3, 1940. She is an actress, known for Hello, Me! (2021), Drama Special (2010) and Steel Rain 2 (2020).

42. Bok-sun Yeom

Actress | Yaksok

Bok-sun Yeom is known for Yaksok (1975), Heukya (1975) and Soil (1978).

43. Kim Yeong-ae

Actress | Pan-dola

Kim Yeong-ae was born on April 21, 1951 in Yeongseon-dong, Yeongdo District, Pusan, South Korea. She was an actress, known for Pandora (2016), The Attorney (2013) and Aeja (2009). She died on April 9, 2017 in Seoul, South Korea.

44. Shim Eun-ha

Actress | Palwolui Keuriseumaseu

Shim Eun-ha is a retired South Korean actress. Shim rose to popularity in the 1990s, starring in some of the highest-rated Korean dramas of all time, such as The Last Match, M, and Trap of Youth. But she is best known for her acclaimed performance in Hur Jin-ho's melodrama Christmas in August, for ...

45. Ko So-young

Actress | Haru

Ko So-young was born on October 6, 1972 in Seoul, Korea. She is an actress, known for A Day (2001), Beat (1997) and Chinguya chinguya (1990). She has been married to Jang Dong-Gun since May 2, 2010. They have two children.

46. Jun Ji-hyun

Actress | Yeopgijeogin geunyeo

Versatile and Charismatic, Jun Ji-Hyun is one of the most loved and respected actresses in her homeland of South Korea. She has won numerous accolades, including two Grand Bell Awards for Best Actress and a Baeksang Art Awards Daesang (Grand Prize) for Television. Jun Ji-Hyun's success in film and ...

47. Lee Mi-yeon

Actress | Jungdok

Lee Mi-yeon was born on September 23, 1971 in Seoul, South Korea. She is an actress, known for Addicted (2002), Pisces (2000) and Happiness Has Nothing to Do with Student Records (1989). She was previously married to Kim Seung-woo.

48. Moon So-ri

Actress | Ah-ga-ssi

Moon So-ri was born on July 2, 1974 in Busan, Korea. She is an actress and director, known for The Handmaiden (2016), Oasis (2002) and The Running Actress (2017). She has been married to Joon-Hwan Jang since December 24, 2006. They have one child.

49. Kim Hye-su

Actress | Eolguleobtneun minyeo

Kim Hye-Soo is a South Korean actress and one of the most popular teen stars of the 1980s and 1990s. She is known for her headstrong independence and regularly playing strong-willed, sophisticated women. During the height of her fame, Kim was referred to as the "Pencil Board Star" of the 1980s due ...

50. Kim Ah-jung

Actress | Minyeo-neun goerowo

Kim Ah-jung was born on October 16, 1982 in Seoul, Korea. She is an actress, known for 200 Pounds Beauty (2006), The Accidental Couple (That Fool) (2009) and Punch (2014).

51. Kim Ha-neul

Actress | Beul-la-in-deu

Kim Ha-neul was born on February 21, 1978 in Seoul, South Korea. She is an actress, known for Blind (2011), My Tutor Friend (2003) and A Gentleman's Dignity (2012).

52. Mi-su Jo

Actress | Heobeu

Mi-su Jo is known for Herb (2007).

53. Uhm Junghwa

Actress | Be-seu-teu-sel-leo

Sexy and Charismatic, Uhm is considered to be one of the most influential women in the Korean entertainment industry and is known as a Triple Threat, finding success in both music and film. Her legacy and career reinventions have given her the nickname of "Korean Madonna".

Uhm began her career in ...

54. Song Ji-Hyo

Actress | Sinsegye

Song Ji-Hyo is a South Korean TV and film actress. She is well known for her portrayal of ballerina Min Hyo-Rin in Goong (2006), Lady Ye So-ya in Jumong (2006) and as the Queen in A Frozen Flower (2008).

She was co-MC with Kim Heechul of Super Junior on SBS's weekly live music show Inkigayo (1991), ...

55. Seon Yu

Actress | Sol yakgukjip Adeuldeul

Seon Yu was born on February 11, 1976 in South Korea. She is an actress, known for The Sons of Sol Pharmacy House (2009), Moss (2010) and The Uninvited (2003).

56. Shin Min-a

Actress | Dalkomhan insaeng

Shin Min-A, born April 5th, 1984 with birth name Yang Min-A, is a popular South Korean actress & model. Her family consists of a father, mother, older sister & brother. In middle school, Min-A took a picture with her friends on a school picnic and sent the photo to teen magazine KiKi. From that ...

57. Seo Yeong-hie

Actress | Chugyeokja

Seo Yeong-hie was born on June 13, 1980 in Seoul, South Korea. She is an actress and writer, known for The Chaser (2008), Bedevilled (2010) and All for Love (2005).

58. Gyeon Mi-ri

Actress | Bride from Vietnam

Gyeon Mi-ri was born on December 25, 1964 in South Korea. She is an actress, known for Bride from Vietnam (2007), Pandora: Beneath the Paradise (2023) and Jewel in the Palace (2003). She has been married to Lee Hong-Heon since 1998. She was previously married to Im Yeong-Gyu.

59. Jin Hee-kyung

Actress | Sontob

Jin Hee-kyung was born on September 7, 1968 in Chollabuk-do, South Korea. She is an actress and director, known for Deep Scratch (1994), The Gingko Bed (1996) and I Wish I Had a Wife (2001).

60. Kim Hye-ri

Actress | Cheonnyeon ho

Kim Hye-ri was born on December 23, 1969 in Seoul, South Korea. She is an actress, known for The Legend of Evil Lake (2003), Clementine (2004) and Gyeag couple (1994).

61. Kim Tae-hee

Actress | Joong-cheon

Kim Tae-Hee is a well-known South Korean actress popular for both her beauty and acting endeavors. Declared by the nation's media as the "Most beautiful woman" Kim, a graduate in fashion design from the prestigious 'Seoul National University', chanced upon modeling when she was spotted and offered ...

62. Da-bin Jeong

Actress | Nonseutob

Born and raised in Seoul, South Korea, Jeong Da-bin, whose real name is Jung Hye-sun, was mostly known for playing ever cheerful and effervescent every girl roles. Known primarily for playing schoolgirl types, she gained quite a popular following in Taiwan as well particularly for her roles in ...

63. Jo Min-soo

Actress | Pieta

Jo Min-soo was born on January 29, 1965 in South Korea. She is an actress, known for Pieta (2012), The Witch: Part 1 - The Subversion (2018) and Will It Snow at Christmas? (2009).

64. Kim Chang-suk

Actress | Saengsaui talchul

Kim Chang-suk was born on January 15, 1949 in South Korea. She is an actress, known for Saengsaui talchul (1973), Ibaekoshibjo (1969) and Cheongchun geukjang (1975).

65. Kim Mi-kyung

Actress | 82 nyeonsaeng Kim Ji-yeong

Kim Mi-kyung was born on September 27, 1960 in South Korea. She is an actress, known for Kim Ji-young: Born 1982 (2019), The Master's Sun (2013) and Always (2011).

66. Bu-ja Kang

Actress | Ogu

Bu-ja Kang is known for Ogu: A Hilarious Mourning (2003), Choseungdalgwa bambae (2003) and Wolnameso doraeun kimsangsa (1971).

67. Kim Jeong-eun

Actress | Paris ei yeonin

Kim Jeong-eun was born on March 4, 1975 in Seoul, South Korea. She is an actress, known for Paris ei yeonin (2004), Sarangni (2005) and Marrying the Mafia (2002).

68. Kim Seon-a