Ranker MusicList RulesNo cameos. Only Kpop idols in supporting or lead roles.
Although many K-pop idols appear on variety shows and make cameos in Korean dramas, only the most talented Kpop stars became successful actors. Whether it was a lead role in a K-drama or the comedic supporting role in a movie, this list of the best Kpop actors includes older and current South Korean artists. Who are the top K-pop idols-turned-actors?
After making her acting debut in Reply 1997, Apink's Eunji has starred in multiple dramas, even landing the lead role as Elle Woods in South Korea's production of the Legally Blonde musical. Other good idol-turned-actresses include Hyeri from Girl's Day, Yoona from Girls' Generation, and Seolhyun from AOA. If you want to watch your favorite handsome idol-turned-actors, check out BTS' V, Rain and Highlight's Yoo Doo-joon of the Let's Eat series.
Vote up the best K-pop actors and actresses who have successfully broke into TV and film.
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9,2971,393Hwarang: The Poet Warrior Youth (2016)
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235221My ID Is Gangnam Beauty (2018), Rookie Historian Goo Hae-Ryung (2019), Sweet Revenge (2017), Top Management (2018)
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164240Tempted (2018), The Liar and His Lover (2017)
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1,7942,655Moon Lovers: Scarlet Heart Ryeo (2016), Hotel Del Luna (2019), My Mister (2018), Dream High (2011), The Producers (2015)
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3045You Are Beautiful (2009), Heartstrings (2011), The Three Musketeers (2014), The Package (2017), Marry Him If You Dare (2013)
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124192Boys Over Flowers (2009), Mischievous Kiss (2010), Inspiring Generation (2014), When Time Stops (2018), Barefoot Friends (2013)
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62102Itaewon Class (2020), Dr. Prisoner (2019), My Mister (2018), Suspicious Partner (2017), Your Honor (2018)
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4885A Dog's Journey (2019), Oh My Venus (2015), Double World (2019), Persevere, Goo Hae-Ra (2015), Final Recipe (2013)
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1,4942,484100 Days My Prince (2018), Along With the Gods: The Two Worlds (2017), Along With the Gods: The Last 49 Days (2018), Swing Kids (2018), My Annoying Brother (2016)
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1,1992,133Strong Girl Bong-soon (2017), Hwarang: The Poet Warrior Youth (2016), Suits (2018), Heirs (2013), The Juror (2019)
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1544Princess Aurora (2005), A Witch's Love (2014), Montage (2013), Bestseller (2010), The Man Who Can't Get Married (2009)
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9641,852He Is Psychometric (2019), Legend of the Blue Sea (2016), A Stray Goat (2017), Dream High (2012), When My Love Blooms (2020)
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9611,944Hwarang: The Poet Warrior Youth (2016), Illang: The Wolf Brigade (2018), Medical Top Team (2013), Derailed (2016), The Princess and the Matchmaker (2018)
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9231,881Guardian: The Lonely and Great God (2016), Mystic Pop-up Bar (2020), Who Are You: School 2015 (2015), The Village: Achiara's Secret (2015), Plus Nine Boys (2014)
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6841,519Heirs (2013), Prison Playbook (2017), The Bride of Habaek (2017), High Kick! (2011), My Lovely Girl (2014)
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5061,179Dream High (2011), Gu Family Book (2013), The Sound of a Flower (2015), Uncontrollably Fond (2016), While You Were Sleeping (2017)
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5291,311Full House (2004), I'm a Cyborg, But That's OK (2006), Sketch (2018), Speed Racer (2008), Ninja Assassin (2009)
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5141,376Love Rain (2012), The K2 (2016), Exit (2019), The Prime Minister and I (2013), The King Loves (2017)
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5191,469Welcome to Royal Villa (2013)Descendants of the Sun (2016)
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4591,365Reply 1997 (2012), That Winter, the Wind Blows (2013), Sassy, Go Go (2015), Untouchable (2017), Trot Lovers (2014)
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3561,129Oh! My Lady (2010), The King of Dramas (2012), She Was Pretty (2015), Dragon Blade (2015), Revolutionary Love (2017)
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3341,065She Is Wow (2013), Miss Granny (2014), Warm and Cozy (2015), Love in the Moonlight (2016)
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3311,116Drinking Solo (2016), The Guardians (2017)
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3161,077Nineteen (2009), Iris (2009), 71: Into the Fire (2010), Commitment (2013), Tazza: The Hidden Card (2014)
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2961,025Bring It On, Ghost (2016), Dream High (2011), Who Are You (2013), Save Me (2017), The Game: Towards Zero (2020)
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