A sky full of constellations–a fitting description of the Korean drama industry. An industry brimming with both aspiring and successful stars, and the world surely hasn't stopped taking notice. Their breakthroughs have definitely graced our radar nonstop, leaving us in awe every single time.

From their appearances as beauty ambassadors for luxury brands to dominating fashion week and starring in cult favorite dramas and films, there's no doubt that each artist's journey involved unimaginable training and hardship before debuting–evidently showcasing the exceptional quality that the Korean industry produces in the world of entertainment.

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Aside from their unwavering passion for their craft, Korean stars are well known for their visuals. Talent agencies in Korea ensure that these artists’ skin glows and looks fully simply flawless, with or without makeup. They look poreless and porcelain at every angle. It’s one of the main reasons why we can’t take our eyes off whenever they appear on our screens, most especially during close-up shots, where their stunning looks are perfectly captured, highlighting their best features.

Choosing a K-Drama to watch is mainly influenced based on our favorite actresses or actors. Often this is because they possess a specific aura that only they can pull off. Their portrayal and great execution of the character consistently earns thumbs up to the viewers, and to us.

Apart from the renowned stars who paved the way for the widespread recognition of K-dramas, such as the likes of Jun Ji-hyun, Son Ye-jin, and Park Min-young, we’re also excited about the rising young actresses who will shape the next generation of entertainment. Here, we highlight actresses to watch out for this year—not just for their visual appeal, but also for their passion for acting.

Scroll ahead for the Korean actresses to watch for the rest of 2024:

Jeong Chae-yeon @j_chaeyeoni

Jeong Chae-yeon

The first time we saw her was when she delivered this emotional character in a really fantastic, whirlwind K-drama, Golden Spoon. She gave a majestic performance playing with many different emotions, starting from the first episode until the last. The ups and high environments of each scene are well executed. She and her partner on-screen make for a crazy love team! She literally was able to perform good swooning moments for a love triangle between BTOB’s Sungjae and Lee Jong-won, having us contemplate which one perfectly matches her. Plus, her beauty is at par with the visuals of these actors, complementing each one effortlessly.

Go Youn-jung @goyounjung

Go Youn-jung

She probably captured the hearts of many during the second season of the popular K-drama in 2022, Alchemy of Souls. While everyone still adores Somin’s loving portrayal of Naksu, Go Youn-jung as a new actress of the moment didn’t fail to deliver the character’s cute, fiery, and funny presence. Also, her chemistry with Lee Jae-wook is top-tier, leaving all the fans around the world giggling every time they interact on-screen or behind-the-scenes. Youn-jung’s visuals remind us of traditional Korean beauty: round eyes, and a sharp jawline that seamlessly accentuates the harmony of her face, easily making her attractive to viewers.

Go Min-si @gominsi

Go Min-si

This korean actress most probably already showed up in one of your favorite K-Dramas you’ve watched. Because she’s a great actress of this generation, if you haven’t watched one of her dramas we’ll recommend you one that will leave you at the edge of your seat: Youth of May. This series is one of a kind and will make you cry, at the latter part of the show. We can assure you. all the tissues left on your table will be there to wipe your tears as the show goes. Go Min-si’s beauty is quite endearing, her features shine very bold and sharp, making it look like she’s made for a protagonist role, however with all the lead roles she played? It's proof of her versatility as an actress.

Kang Min-ah @minah320_97

Kang Min-ah

She's one of the cute girls behind the squad in one of the most popular high school rom-com genres in K-drama True Beauty. As we all focus on the love triangle between the popular actors and actresses, Kang Min-ah on the other hand, nailed her character as the bestest friend of Moon Ga-young in the series. We all saw her good acting skills, having us laugh every time in every series, all because she exudes this warm-loving character. Her signature hairstyle is what really interests us—the short-mid length bob cut with bangs, a Korean high school girl staple look, one we always draw some inspiration from!

Yeonwoo @yeonwoo.actress

Yeonwoo

She is the artist along with Chae-yeon in the Golden Spoon series. If you happen to have the time, we encourage you to watch it! Her appearance in the series fully completes the overall nuances of the show. Her acting gives us the chills, perfectly executing the antagonist’s presence. Apart from her acting skills lies an undeniable beauty, which also became the ingredient to upsize her character. When you look at her striking beauty, she looks like someone you don’t want to mess with, having a well-defined nose, small shaped face, and natural cat-shaped eyes. While it may look fearless on camera, don’t you worry as Hyewon is a sweet person in real life.

Park You-na @you_naaaaa

Park You-na

A remarkable beauty indeed, Park You-na was casted as one of the main cast of the series along with stars Cha Eun-woo, Hwang In-yeop, and Moon Ga-young. Park You-na completed Ju-kyung’s squad. She’s one of the beauties we’ve long admired in the industry, despite only having supporting roles. Nevertheless, that didn’t make her less of an actress, as she still was able to perform every role well. Park You-na’s unique facial harmony makes us love her in whatever look she sports.

Looking at those photos speaks volumes about their top-tier visuals. More importantly, they offer thrilling shows that will surely make us want to binge-watch them. With this round-up, we’re eagerly anticipating what these new-generation actresses will bring to our radars in the future!

Banner photos via @gominsi, @yeonwoo.actress, and @minah320_97

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