3 Timeless Korean Actresses Able to Portray Students and Parents in a Single K-Drama

Korean actresses are renowned for their meticulous care of their looks, often appearing remarkably younger than their actual ages. With the right makeup and styling techniques, these talented actresses can seamlessly embody convincing versions of students.

1. Jang Nara

In the drama “Go Back Couple,” Jang Nara took on the roles of both a 38-year-old and a 20-year-old Ma Jin Joo. She skillfully transitioned from a stressed stay-at-home mom to a vibrant college student. Her exceptional acting abilities enhanced her portrayal, leading some viewers to state that she appeared more like a youthful 20 than her actual age of 38.

don't come — Jang Nara as Ma Jin Joo at two different ages.

The series “Go Back Couple” explores the lives of a married couple who are magically transported back to their student days. Regretful about their current situation, they seek to chart new paths and avoid one another.

2. Song Ji Hyo

In the 2022 drama “Was It Love,” Song Ji Hyo portrayed the strong-willed single mother Noh Ah Jeong, as well as her younger self who was a spirited student at Hankuk University with lofty aspirations. Though she maintained her youthful charm, some found that her hairstyle and makeup did not quite reflect her character’s student persona.

3. Kim Tae Hee

Regarded as a “beauty icon” in Korea, Kim Tae Hee effortlessly transitioned between portraying a university student and a mother in “Hi Bye Mama.” As she was a mother in real life, her performance felt incredibly genuine and deeply heartfelt.

“Hi Bye Mama” tells the story of a mother who, after dying in a tragic accident, lingers as a ghost to watch over her child. Her haunting presence complicates her daughter’s life as she gains the ability to see spirits, leading to feelings of deep regret. Eventually, she is allowed 49 days to find her place in the living world, as her family members have moved on, and her husband has remarried.

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