K-Stars Predicted to Shine During Rookie Days: Han So Hee, Lee Do Hyun, More
Viewers on an online community dished on who among the K-drama stars showed an amazing performance and predicted to shine during their earlier days in show business.
As the public sees Hallyu queens and kings, as well as top stars, headline various projects, K-dramas and movies often welcome new and upcoming actors and actresses.
However, these stars, like Han So Hee, Lee Do Hyun, and more, showcased a remarkable appeal and talent that piqued the interest of viewers earlier on their career.
Han So Hee
Before "The World of the Married" took the world by storm, Han So Hee started her career doing minor roles and even appeared in Jung Yong Hwa's 2017 mosaic "That Girl" and in SHINee's 2016 music video "Tell Me What To Do."
After her first K-drama appearance in "Reunited Worlds," the South Korean beauty landed her first ever lead role for MBC TV's "Money Flower," followed by tvN's "100 Days My Prince" a year later.
At the time, Han So Hee proved that she has what it takes to be a star after proving her versatility as an actress in the hit K-drama "The World of the Married," playing the mistress Yeo Da Kyung.
The K-drama skyrocketed Han So Hee's popularity, opening her doors to more projects like "My Name" and "Nevertheless."
In addition, her beauty and influence made brands love her, making her their muse or global ambassador.
Lee Do Hyun
Who would have thought that the rookie actor who played the teen Jung Kyung Ho in "Prison Playbook" is now one of the hottest K-drama actors?
Lee Do Hyun made his debut in 2017 and appeared in various K-dramas with supporting roles.
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After playing a supporting character in "Hotel del Luna," then-rookie actor captured the viewers attention with his undeniable charm and talent.
Interestingly, it was the romance life series "18 Again" and the blockbuster K-drama "Sweet Home" that put Lee Do Hyun's name on the map of up-and-coming Hallyu stars.
He continues to showcase his wide scope of acting, portraying challenging characters like in "Youth of May," "The Glory," and the recently concluded "The Good Bad Mother."
Go Min Si
Through her notable performance in "The Witch: Part 1: The Subversion," Go Min Si bagged her first major recognition at the 7th Korea Best Star Award in 2018 after winning the Popular Star Award.
Since then, all eyes are now on the 28-year-old beauty, who continues to showcase amazing performances, whether in a supporting or lead role.
Go Min Si is known for K-dramas like "Sweet Home," "Love Alarm," and "Youth of May," but according to the online community, viewers noticed her undeniable charm in her earlier works, like the 2017 series "My Sassy Girl."
Kim Tae Ri
Before winning acting awards one after the other, and starring in hit K-dramas, Kim Tae Ri received attention and praise from the public after starring in the movie "The Handmaiden" alongside top star Lee Byung Hun.
In a previous interview, the veteran actor once revealed how he was surprised at Kim Tae Ri's acting prowess despite her being a rookie actress at the time.
"I am often surprised by the way Kim approaches her role," he said, as obtained by a media outlet, adding, "It is hard to believe she is a rookie."
Kim Soo Hyun
One of the highest paid K-drama actors, Kim Soo Hyun, had his fair share of humble beginnings as the South Korean hearthrob started his career doing minor roles.
Before the hit K-drama "It's Okay to Not Be Okay," he showed an outstanding performance in his first ever lead role in "Dream High."
Despite being with music artists like Bae Suzy, IU, Ok Taec Yeon, and more, Kim Soo Hyun piqued the interest of viewers with his undeniable appeal.
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Written by Geca Wills
