K-dramas have seen a considerable rise in viewership, and viewers' affection for the actors is growing. Aside from the amazing actors, the incredible acting skills of child actors in the entertainment industry are gaining attention increasingly. Because of their talent and charm, these young actors have a large fan base despite their young age. Following are the top ten Korean child actors.
1. Kim Kang Hoon
Kang Hoon has been in the entertainment industry since the age of 5, and he is currently 11 years. He has appeared in about 18 dramas and six films. He is popularly known for his role of Pil Gu in the drama ‘When The Camellia Blooms.’ Some of the other dramas that he has appeared in are Mr. Sunshine, Racket Boys, Pride and Prejudice, Criminal Minds, etc.
2. Jung Hyeon Jun
Hyeon Jun was born in 2011 and began his career as a child model in 2015. After which, he got many acting opportunities. He is widely known for his role in Academy Award-Winning Film Parasite, for which, he won The 2020 Gold Derby Award and 26th Screen Actors Guild Award. He had also played the role of the young Lee Gon in the drama The King Eternal Monarch. He has appeared in many more dramas, that include Dr Romantic 2, Vagabond, Through the Waves, Nokdu Flowers, etc.
3. Moon Woo Jin
Moon Woo Jin is 11 years old and has already left his mark by playing various memorable roles in dramas. He has starred in more than 24 dramas and the super-hit Train to Busan, Peninsula. He has played roles in dramas like, It’s Okay Not to Be Okay, The King Eternal Monarch, What’s Wrong with Secretary Kim?, Mouse, Vagabond, etc.
4. Choi Yoo Ri
Choi Yoo Ri is one of the most sought child actors in the industry. She has appeared in over 16 dramas and two films. She is loved by people worldwide and has played roles in dramas including My First First love, Class of Lies, My Strange Hero, Itaewon Class, etc.
5. Lee Han Seo
Lee Han Seo is a much-loved child actor in Korea. She has always left a memorable impression on viewers with her acting. Some of the dramas where she has worked are Fight for My Way, Goblin: The Lonely and Great God, I’m Not a Robot, Chocolate, etc. She also played a role in Jin’s story arc for BTS World
6. Heo Jung Eun
Heo Jung Eun is 13 years old and has already stolen the hearts of fans with her outstanding acting skills in various dramas. Her poignancy in her roles induces wonder amongst the audiences. She has played roles in Start-Up, Arthdal Chronicles, 100 Days My Prince, Mr. Sunshine, Love in the Moonlight, etc.
7. Seo Woo Jin
Born in 2015, Seo Woo Jin has numerous fans following with his charm and cheerful personality. He has portrayed a girl character in the drama Hi Bye, Mama. He has played roles in The King: Eternal Monarch, My Little Baby, Go Back Couple, Love with Flaws, Save Me 2, etc.
8. Kim Jun
Kim Jun is a 7-year-old child actor who is popularly known for his role in the series Hospital Playlist. He got love for his character of Uju Lee Ikjun’s son in the drama. He is loved for the charismatic and mature aura he possesses in his acting. He also appeared in the drama Save Me 2.
9. Jung Si Yul
Jung Si Yul is a 7-year-old known for his role in The King: Eternal Monarch in which he played the role of young Jo Yeong. He has also appeared in various dramas such as Hospital Playlist, Miss Lee, Her Private Life, The Time, Secret Mother, Enemies from Past, etc.
10. Seol Woo Hyung
Seol Woo Hyung, born in 2011, has already appeared in various dramas and showing his incredible acting skills. Some of the dramas he has appeared are The King Eternal: Monarch, Melodramatic, The Player, Lucky Romance, Empress, A New Leaf, Incarnate, Super Family, Sweet Stranger and Me, Empress ki, etc.
