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Kim Da Mi of “Itaewon Class” - Age: 28; Birthday: April 9, 1995 | Another breakout actress who’s worth the world’s attention is Kim Da Mi of “Itaewon Class” (2020). After her first starring role in the series, fame followed shortly and her status was forever marked. Da Mi made a splash in the small screen through her spirited and tough character Jo Yi Seo, who is Park Seo Joon’s character Park Sae Royi’s most qualified match. The gripping tale, good chemistry of the cast, audience’s reception of Yi Seo, and Da Mi’s acting in the revenge drama raised the bar for K-dramas. Breezing through television, she lit our screens again with her latest show “Our Beloved Summer” (2021). She is also the ambassador of the luxury fashion label Fendi.IMDb
Lee Han Byeol of “Mask Girl” - After acing the audition to secure a spot in Netflix’s “Mask Girl” (2023), Lee Han Byeol kicked off a major acting milestone. The Korean series, which follows the story of an ordinary Seoulite office worker, shepherded the woman’s entrance into the entertainment landscape. She was lauded by many because of her performance as Kim Mo Mi in the project, and her striking resemblance with the star in the webtoon made her a wonder girl. Han Byeol has been getting rave reviews since the thriller started, and her Cinderella story also served as an inspiration to many. Her influence is now growing as a new and upcoming actress, whose unique abilities and skills are as outstanding as she is as an overnight star. Netflix