Hallyu delivered a slew of show-stopping K-dramas in 2022. Interestingly, the lead actresses wowed the viewers with their "girl boss" roles that made a mark on the audience.
From Kim Hye Soo to Son Ye Jin and more, here are five K-stars that showcase badass girl bosses of K-drama in 2022.
Kim Hye Soo ('Under the Queen's Umbrella,' 'Juvenile Justice')
The award-winning actress starred in two blockbuster K-dramas in 2022.
Kim Hye Soo made a stunning comeback to the small screen as she transformed into the feisty judge Shin Eun Seok in "Juvenile Justice."
Exuding a fearless attitude in the courtroom, Judge Shim is vocal about how she despises juvenile offenders. Her hate towards young criminals comes after a painful past.
Kim Hye Soo returned as Joseon's queen in "Under the Queen's Umbrella." With sass, Queen Im Hwa Ryung will do whatever it takes to protect her sons.
Jeon Jong Seo ('Money Heist Korea')
Known for her versatile and top-notch acting, Jeon Jong Seo played as the group's girl boss named Tokyo in "Money Heist Korea."
Recruited by the heist's mastermind, The Professor, played by Yoo Ji Tae, Tokyo is the one who stepped up during the meltdown.
Her character exuded great confidence and is vocal even towards The professor and his right hand, Berlin, portrayed by Park Hae Soo.
Son Ye Jin ('Thirty-Nine')
She may have a modest and gentle personality in "Thirty-Nine" but Son Ye Jin's character is not just an ordinary dermatologist but owns one of Gangnam's top-tier clinics.
Cha Mi Jo is a woman with substance and beauty. However, besides her successful career, there's still a void in her heart.
Growing up as an orphan, her adoptive parents made sure that she feels well-loved but she still longs for the love of her mother.
Seo Hyun Jin (Why Her?')
In the law crime series, Seo Hyun Jin portrayed one of South Korea's best lawyers, Oh Soo Jae, a total girl boss in the courtroom.
Due to her extreme intelligence and ability to turn the tables in favor of her, Oh Soo Jae becomes the youngest partner at TK Law Firm.
Cho Yi Hyun ('All of Us Are Dead')
Playing the role of Choi Nam Ra in "All of Us Are Dead," Cho Yi Hyun took the role of Hyosan High School's class president.
Her authoritative aura is perfect to make her schoolmates respect and follow her. In the K-zombie series, she is the first one who stepped up against the snooty third-year student.
