Article: Top 10 Korean Singers Who Ventured Into Acting

Korean pop artists are recognized as multi-talented artists. Not only do they sing, dance, and entertain millions of fans around the world, they can stand one's ground in front of professional actors in K-dramas and movies. Here are some of the Korean singers that ventured into acting.

1. Lee Ji-Eun

Lee Ji-Eun is a one-woman singing sensation in the era of Korean-pop girl groups and boy bands. Lee's album “Love Poem” was a massive hit, with two of its songs reaching No.1 on music charts. Likewise, she undoubtedly sparkled in the dramas she starred in, like The Producers and Hotel Del Luna.

 

2. Jisoo

BLACKPINK is the first Korean-pop girl band to perform at Coachella and have an upcoming collaboration with global superstar Selena Gomez. With the group’s career peaking new heights, their lead singer, Jisoo, is now confirmed to debut as the lead in an upcoming drama, Snowdrop, produced by the brilliant minds behind Sky Castle.

 

3. Kim Tae-hyung

Kim Taehyung, nicknamed V, of BTS, surprised the world with his brilliant acting skills. Portraying the role of Hansung, the youngest and endearing warrior in the korean drama, Hwarang, Kim showcased that he isn't just a talented singer and performer on the stage; he is also an outstanding actor.

 

4. Bae Suzy 

One of the most admired and successful Korean-Pop idol turned actors is Suzy Bae of the band Miss A. She was recently featured in the drama Uncontrollably Fond together with actor Kim Woo-bin. She is also bound to give us the upcoming drama, While You Were Sleeping with Lee Jong-suk.

 

5. Kim Seok-Woo

Kim Seok-woo, nicknamed Rowoon, is from the Korean-pop band SF9. He is the band’s singer and performer and has shown brilliant acting skills in his dramas like Extraordinary You, About Time, and School 2017.

 

6. Yoona

She is famous widely thanks to being a member of the Girls' Generation group, but Yoona is beyond just her beauty and voice. She showcased her acting talent by taking main and supporting roles in various dramas. Her first prominent role in You Are My Destiny brought her many accolades.

 

7. Park Hyung-Sik

Bringing No.1 hits like Mazeltov and Love Coach, ZE: A band was one for the record books. Taking a break from his duties, Park ventured into the world of acting in Korean dramas. His best performance came in Hwarang, in which he gave a spectacular performance Ji Dwi.

 

8. Yook Sung-Jae

Before his debut to this acting stardom, Yook Sung-jae is the diligent leader and singer of the Korean pop band BTOB. He isn't just amazingly talented in singing and dancing. He also showcased outstanding acting talent by bagging roles in hit TV dramas like Goblin: The Great and Lonely God and Reply 1994.

 

9. Krystal Jung

Krystal Jung is the singer and performer of SM Entertainment’s girl band f(x). Though the group is currently on a break, Krystal Jung continues to make her name with her talent in singing and, also in acting. She was cast in Bride of the Water God, My Lovely Girl, and Prison Playbook.

 

10. Choi Si-Won

Choi Si-won is the singer and performer of the worldwide sensation band Super Junior. Siwon acted in a romantic comedy, 'She Was Pretty' in which he made his fans laugh and cry with acting talent. After this successful movie, he then featured as the lead in other shows like My Fellow Citizens and Revolutionary Love.