K-drama Actresses Who Played Erotic Roles: Kim Tae Ri, Kang Han Na, More
When it comes to South Korean media, many associate the words sweet, innocent, and quirky with describing most romance dramas. Erotic themes are not a common genre in the industry. However, some films are not always so innocent. Here are some stars who once played a role in work with sexual themes. Read to know more!
Kim Tae Ri
While she's widely known for her quirky character in "Twenty Five, Twenty One" and badass reputation in "Mr. Sunshine," Kim Tae Ri already wowed fans and viewers with her debut film "The Handmaiden."
In the movie, she portrayed the role of a young maidservant who's a con artist in real life. She attempted to steal money from a Japanese heiress but fell in love with her instead.
Kim Tae Ri did many erotic sapphic scenes with her co-star to portray romance, lust, and deceit.
Kim Tae Ri bagged the Best New Actress award at the prestigious Blue Dragon Film Awards for her role in her debut film.
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Additionally, she gained acclaim for her debut role and slowly climbed up the ladder to stardom.
Kim Go Eun
Known for her adorable smile and attitude as Goblin's wife in the blockbuster hit drama "Goblin," Kim Go Eun made headlines with her debut film "A Muse."
The film follows the story of a middle-aged writer who falls in love with a high school girl who was his sole inspiration for his work.
Opposite her innocent facial features, Kim Go Eun transformed into a young seductress and filmed nude, graphic scenes for her film.
Her hard work for the film earned her several Best New Actress awards.
Cho Yeo Jeong
Cho Yeo Jeong took the film industry by storm with her performance in the Academy-awarded film "Parasite."
But did you know that the actress had already starred in an erotical historical film? Cho Yeo Jeong appeared in the film "The Concubine" as a daughter of an aristocrat who became a royal concubine against her will.
In the film, she was featured in a bed scene with the king, reflecting the two characters' power struggle.
Thankfully, "The Concubine" received positive feedback and reception due to Cho Yeo Jeong's top-notch acting skills.
Kang Han Na
Kang Han Na has a wide array of genres, from the evil princess in "Scarlet Heart Ryeo" to the adorable female gumiho in "My Roommate is a Gumiho."
While she was only given minor roles in the dramas, she was cast as the female lead in the historical film "Empire of Lust" with Kang Ha Neul.
In the film, she becomes the love interest of the general, played by Shin Ha Kyun, with whom she had sex scenes.
The actress didn't shy away from the nude scenes demanded by the script, earning respect from the production unit and the public.
Song Ji-Hyo
Song Ji-Hyo starred in "A Frozen Flower" (2008) as Queen No Guk. This historical film, set in the Goryeo Dynasty and loosely inspired by the reign of Gongmin of Goryeo (1330-1374), delves into a controversial narrative of characters breaking royal family rules in their pursuit of love.
Jeon Do-Yeon
Jeon Do-Yeon took on the role of Eun-yi in "The Housemaid" (2010), navigating a destructive love triangle while employed as a housemaid for an affluent family. This film is a modern take on Kim Ki-young's 1960 classic with the same title.
Song Seung-Heon
In "Obsessed" (2014), Song Seung-Heon portrays Colonel Kim Jin-Pyeong. Set in the summer of 1969, the story unfolds as Colonel Kim, stuck in a loveless marriage, embarks on a clandestine and passionate affair.
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Written by Elijah Mully.
