Strong Female Leads in Chinese Historical and Wuxia Dramas
Hey there! We've put together an article about the hottest up-and-coming stars from South Korea. We've picked a bunch of different actors, so there's someone for everyone to love. If you missed the first part of this series, go back and check out The Rising Stars of China. Happy reading! |
JEON JONG SEO |
 | Mon: I first noticed Jeon Jong Seo in The Call, where she acted alongside Park Shin Hye. I was so impressed by her performance that when I learned she starred in another movie, I eagerly watched it. Although I've only seen her in two acting projects, I'm already a big fan of hers. I loved the characters I've seen her play so far cause they were both strong (and psychotic). Recommended works: Money Heist: Korea - Joint Economic Area - Part 1, Wedding Impossible, The Call, Ballerina |
SHIN SEUNG HO |
Chaecutie: The first drama I saw Shin Seung Ho in was Moment at Eighteen, where he was the second male lead next to Ong Seong Wu. I think he did a really great job in portraying his character there and in other dramas, too. And as I'm discovering myself while working on this article I have some more dramas and movies to watch. Did I mention he's a model, too? And a really handsome one. Recommended works: |  |
SHIN YE EUN |
 | Mon: Shin Ye Eun made her acting debut back in 2018 and has become a rising star in the acting industry. Her talent shines through in every performance, and her portrayal of Park Yeon Jin in The Glory was particularly outstanding. Recommended works: |
PARK JIHOON |
aad: When I first got into K-dramas, my first K-drama of Park Jihoon's was At a Distance, Spring is Green. I was shocked by his acting then because he had played his role well, so some of his scenes brought tears to my eyes. Although I've only watched a couple of dramas of his, he stood out to me in another drama again, because of his outstanding talent in acting. His acting brought me tears and joy, so I started liking him as an actor and would love to like him as an idol later when I explore his music. Recommended works: At a Distance, Spring Is Green, Weak Hero Class 1 |  |
CHO YI HYUN |
 | Chaecutie: I first discovered Cho Yi Hyun in Hospital Playlist playing the character of Jang Yoon Bok. But I registered her fully in the drama The Matchmakers next to Rowoon. I liked her hanbok look there and her acting was nice, too. Recommended works: Hospital Playlist, School 2021, All of Us Are Dead, The Matchmakers |
YOO IN SOO |
aad: I've seen Yoon In Soo in many dramas playing either a support or a guest role. He also had a support role in At a Distance, Spring Is Green but to me, he was outstanding in All of Us Are Dead even though he played a support role once again. He also gained recognition after this drama because of how he played his bully and 'halfbie' role. Many people hated his character, which shows that In Soo played his role well, and I enjoyed the show too. Recommended works: All of Us Are Dead, Alchemy of Souls, Alchemy of Souls Season 2: Light and Shadow, Death's Game |  |
PARK JI HU |
 | Mon: Park Ji Hu may have an adorable face, but don't let that fool you because she's also an incredibly talented actress. I discovered her in All of Us Are Dead, and while I wasn't a big fan of the drama, I was impressed by Ji Hu's performance. In Little Women, she showed off her skills, delivering a standout performance despite being just 20 years old. I'm excited to see what she does next! Recommended works: |
LOMON |
Mon: Sweet Revenge was the drama that introduced me to Solomon. At that time, I thought he was just a cutie pie and didn't pay much attention to his acting skills. But then I saw him in All of Us Are Dead and was surprised to see his significant development in acting. I believe he has a bright future, and I look forward to watching him grow even more. Recommended works: |
JANG DA A |
 | aad: Jang Da A or Jang Jin Young became popular after making her debut in Pyramid Game. Although I haven't watched the drama yet, I've seen clips of her acting as a bully, and she has done an amazing job which made me want to watch it soon. I'd love to see her acting in various types of dramas like rom-coms! Recommended works: |
GO YOON HWAN |
Chaecutie: Go Yoon Hwan probably had the most outstanding acting in the drama Twinkling Watermelon. He played the character of a model student and the only hearing person in a family of deaf people named Ha Eun Gyeol. We could also see him in the drama The Secret Romantic Guesthouse next to actress Shin Ye Eun, who is also listed in this article. Recommended works: Twinkling Watermelon, The Secret Romantic Guesthouse, Doctor Prisoner, 18 Again |  |
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