Article: Top 10 Korean Child Actors Of All Time

The present South Korean Entertainment industry looks excellent, and the future looks much better! Adults aren’t the only ones. There are many adorable actors, who can steal hearts from a very young age. Yes, we’re talking about child actors! Filled with cuteness, these little ones will be the pride of the future K-Dramas. These kids have undeniable talent and a charm that attracts people all around the world. Considering that many of our favorite K-Drama actors started their acting careers as children, we can’t help but think that these children will have a brighter future too. We still can’t understand how children as little as four years old can remember lines and know how to act.

1. Moon Woo-Jin

Moon Woo-Jin was born on 19 February 2009. His birthplace is South Korea. He has set the entertainment industry on fire with his acting skills since his debut in 2017. He acted in various television series with the role of several lead actors as a child. He is well-known for performing in the 2019 crime series Vagabond. He won best young actor in 2020 for his role as Kim Ji Hoon in Once again. Presently he is 13 years old.

2. Nam Da Reum

Born on 13 June 2002, Nam Da Reum is a well-known child actor. His global age is 19 as of 2022, and he is a hot topic in the entertainment industry. He is best known for playing young versions of leading characters, as in Beautiful World (2019) and Pinocchio (2014). He is now completing his mandatory military service, having enlisted earlier this year, on 8 February. He has bagged several awards for Best Young Actor in KBS drama awards and MBC drama awards.

3. Kim Kang Hoon

Born on 7 June 2009, Kim Kang hoon is 13 years old. He is under a contract with Awesome entertainment. He is known for his role as Kim Chan in “Pride and Prejudice” and as Kang Pil-Gu, in “when the camellia blooms.” He was nominated as the best young actor for four consecutive years. He debuted with MBC Every1 Entertainment Show, “Mom and Dad from today.”

4. Yeo Jin Goo

Born on 13 august 1997, he was nicknamed the “Nations’ little brother” after his debut in the film “Sad Movie” (2005). He is known for playing the younger character of the lead role in Moon Embracing the Sun. One of his spectacular performances was in “Beyond evil” 2021. He is one of the actors who went from playing the role of the younger characters of the main leads to the main lead himself. He has won several times in awards in Award Shows.

5. Choi Min Young

Choi Min Young was born on 9 October 2002 and made his acting debut in 2014. He is currently under Saram Entertainment. His role as a child actor in the 2016 “Revenge” series highlighted his acting skills. He has made frequent appearances on TV shows. He is well known for playing Baek Yi Hyun in “Twenty-five Twenty-one” as the male lead’s younger brother. He won the 6th DIMF musical star grand prize in 2020.

6. Park Sang Hoon

Born on 2 May 2005, Park Sang Hoon made his acting debut in 2014 with the film Cat. He is best known for acting in historical television series such as Prince Gowon in “Lovers of the red sky.” His acting won the heart of many viewers as netizens claimed that ‘his eyes exude sadness.’ He is also an ambassador for the Water team and team 2022.

7. Jung Hyeon Jun

Born on 8 November 2011, he signed under T1 entertainment. He made his debut in 2016 and is best known for playing the role of Park Da Song in the Academy Award-Winning film Parasite. He was nominated twice in 2020 and won both times. He played minor roles in several television dramas such as Beyond evil, Dr. Romantic, Vagabond, and many more.

8. Kim Joon

The real name of Kim Joon is Kim Byung Gong. He is an actor and model signed under the H9 company. He made his debut in 2019 as a five-year-old 1st-grade elementary schooler. He is best known for his role as Jo Jung Suk’s son Lee Woojoo in the Hospital playlist.

9. Seo Woo-Jin

Born on 23 July 2015, Seo Woo-Jin is a South Korean child actor and model. He appeared in dramas like The light in your eyes and VIP. He is well-known for the role of a girl as Cho Seo Woo in “hi, bye, mama!”(2020). He debuted in Confession couple 2017. He won twice in 2021 for starring in Young lady and gentleman.

10. Kim Yoo Jung

She started her career as a child model for a confectionery brand when she was four. She debuted in 2003. She gained the title “Korea’s Little Sister” or “Nation’s Little Sister.” She is one of the well-known child actresses in Korea. She has starred in several acclaimed historical period dramas, thus known as the “Sageuk Fairy” (“Sageuk” in Korean means historical dramas). She ranked 8th on the Forbes Korea Power Celebrity list at the age of 17 years. She is 22 years old now. She has also hosted “Inkigayo” from 2014 to 2016. A few of her works include “Love in the moonlight,” “Backstreet Rookie,” “Lovers of the Red Sky,” and “The 8th Night.”