Then & Now Photos of Actresses Who Have Been in the Industry for 20 Years

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Son Ye Jin
Song Hye Kyo
Jun Ji Hyun
Ha Ji Won
Song Ji Hyo
Kim Hee Ae
Shi Min Ah
Jang Nara
Jun So Min

These Korean actresses have been entertaining us for 2 decades already and it seems like they don't age at all!

Korean drama actors and actresses are without a doubt making their way in the millions of households worldwide not just because of media platforms like Netflix and Viu but also the storyline and great cinematography Korean drama series display making them worthy to be watched not just by adults but also teenagers.

Let take a look at some of our favorite's actress how they appear before compared to now. You might even be surprised that some of them look almost the same as they were before. Could it be their genes? Or could it be the modern cosmetic products and aesthetics the modern technology can offer?

Without further ado, here are some of your favorites Korean actresses of their before and current look

Son Ye Jin

Then and Now Photos of Actresses Who Has Been In the Industry for 20 Years
(Photo : Son Ye Jin Official Instagram)

Son Ye Jin is well known through her romance-themed films and television series such as The Classic (2003), Summer Scent (2003), A Moment to Remember (2004), and April Snow (2005). Not only she's got a sweet look her beauty is timeless even without make-up.

Song Hye Kyo

Then and Now Photos of Actresses Who Has Been In the Industry for 20 Years
(Photo : Song Hye Kyo Official Instagram)

This thirty-nine-year Korean superstar made her way into stardom for her role in television dramas Autumn in My Heart (2000), All In (2003), Full House (2004), That Winter, the Wind Blows (2013), Descendants of the Sun (2016), and Encounter (2018). She continues to show how ageless her beauty and nothing is slowing down this actress.

Jun Ji Hyun

Then and Now Photos of Actresses Who Has Been In the Industry for 20 Years
(Photo : Ju Ji Hyun)

She achieved international recognition especially for her role in one of the highest-grossing Korean comedies of all time, "My Sassy Girl" in 2001. She is a certified Hallyu star and despite her age, she still has upcoming projects. 

Ha Jiwon 

Then and Now Photos of Actresses Who Has Been In the Industry for 20 Years
(Photo : Ha Ji Won)

She is best known for the historical dramas Damo (2003), Hwang Jini (2006), and Empress Ki (2013). She is also one of the most sought actresses for her versatility in portraying different roles, may it be action, comedy, horror, drama, sports, and medical.  

Song Ji Hyo

Then and Now Photos of Actresses Who Has Been In the Industry for 20 Years
(Photo : Song Ji Hyo Official Instagram)

This model-actress is already forty years old and has gotten international recognition as a steady member of as urban action variety show Running Man since 2010. Even at this age, she is full of vitality and energy making her looking young. 

Kim Tae Hee

Then and Now Photos of Actresses Who Has Been In the Industry for 20 Years
(Photo : Kim Tae Hee)

She is considered one of South Korea's most beautiful women and is best known for her roles in Korean dramas such as Stairway to Heaven and Yong-pal. Though she gave birth to two daughters she still looks stunning with her big beautiful eyes. 

Kim Hee Ae

Then and Now Photos of Actresses Who Has Been In the Industry for 20 Years
(Photo : Kim Hee Ae Official Instagram)

This two-time Daesang (Grand Prize) and four Best Actress Awards for Television at the Baeksang Arts Awards surely looks stunning even though she is already fifty-three.  

Shi Min Ah

Then and Now Photos of Actresses Who Has Been In the Industry for 20 Years
(Photo : Shin Min Ah)

She is became widely recognized for starring in television dramas A Love to Kill (2005), My Girlfriend Is a Nine-Tailed Fox (2010). She began as a model and she was able to maintain her figure even at age thirty-six. She is aging like a fine wine.

Jang Nara 

Then and Now Photos of Actresses Who Has Been In the Industry for 20 Years
(Photo : Jang Na Ra official Instagram)

This singer-actress has been active both in Chinese and Korean television and rose to fame for her drama series Successful Story of a Bright Girl, The Last Empress, and many more. Not only that she is a charitable person that consistently donates money to several foundations. 

Jun So Min

Then and Now Photos of Actresses Who Has Been In the Industry for 20 Years
(Photo : Jung So Min official instagram (somin_jj))

Jun So Min's supporting role in the television series Bad Guy, lead her to star in Playful Kiss, the Korean adaptation of the popular manga Itazura Na Kiss, which helped paved her way and be recognized internationally. 

Their beauty is definitely unparalleled and it seems that they just don't age at all! Do you agree with us? Give us a comment below!

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Written by Liza Parker

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