Included below are seven K-pop idols who have achieved success in the acting industry as well.
Despite the challenges, numerous K-pop artists are expanding their horizons by venturing into the world of K-dramas, demonstrating their multifaceted abilities beyond just music. Although there have been many accomplished actors in the field, breaking into the acting world is no easy feat.
Nevertheless, a few idols manage to do it successfully!
BLACKPINK Jisoo
Jisoo’s acting career began in 2015, prior to her debut with BLACKPINK. She had a cameo appearance in the drama “The Producers”and later in 2021, she earned her first leading role in the JTBC series “Snowdrop.”
Jisoo is currently working on two acting projects, namely the film “Omniscient Reader’s Viewpoint”and the drama “Influenza.”
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Despite his success as an actor, it is important to remember that Park Hyun Sik’s journey began as a member of ZE:A. He made his acting debut in 2012 with the drama “I Remember You,”only two years after his debut as an idol.
He has gained recognition for his other projects, including “Strong Woman Bong Soon,””Doctor Slump,”and “Suits.”
3. Indiana University
IU, also referred to as the “Nation’s Little Sister,”has made a name for herself as a top soloist in the K-pop scene. In addition to her success as a singer, she has also gained recognition as a highly sought-after actress. In 2011, she made her acting debut with a supporting role in the drama “Dream High.”
Ever since, IU has starred in numerous acclaimed dramas including “The Producers,””Moon Lovers: Scarlet Heart Ryeo,”and “Hotel del Luna.”
4. BTS V
Despite having only appeared in one drama, V’s performance has garnered him a large fan following and fans are eagerly anticipating more opportunities for him to showcase his talent in future roles.
The member of BTS made his first appearance as an actor in the KBS2 historical series “Hwawrang: The Poet Warrior Youth.”
Girls’ Generation YoonA
YoonA, widely recognized as “Nation’s Ideal Type,”is predominantly known in the K-pop realm as a member of Girls’ Generation, also known as “The Nation’s Girl Group.”
Did you know, however, that her acting career helped boost Girls’ Generation?
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In 2007, Yoona began her acting career with a minor role in “Two Outs in the Ninth Inning.”Since then, she has gone on to star in multiple dramas, including “The K2″and “King the Land.”She has also appeared in the films “Confidential Assignment”and “Exit.”
6. Girls’ Generation Member Seohyun
Similarly, just like Yoona, Seohyun from Girls’ Generation has also found success in her acting career. In 2008, she started her acting journey with a cameo appearance in “Unstoppable Marriage”.
Ever since, the idol has continuously starred in numerous dramas and films. Among her remarkable projects are “Moon Lovers: Scarlet Heart Ryeo,””Jinxed at First,”and “Love and Leashes.”
7. Red Velvet Joy
Joy, the visual vitamin of Red Velvet, is a successful actress in addition to being a K-pop idol. She made her acting debut in 2017 with a lead role in “The Liar and His Lover,”and continued to showcase her talent in 2018 with her role in “Tempted.”
It wasn’t until three years later that Joy made her return to acting. In 2021, she appeared in the drama “The One and Only,”followed by her leading role in “Once Upon a Small Town”in 2023.
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