The South Korean film industry is growing over time. In addition to producing feature films, the production of Korean drama series is one of the best-selling projects in the market, even on the international scene.
Korean dramas themselves often present a variety of interesting genres, as well as starring well-known actors and actresses. Talking about Korean actresses, there are several names that are mentioned as the 'Queen of Drama' or 'Queen of Korean Drama', you know.
Not only famous, they have also starred in various popular drama titles, to be named the highest-paid actress. Curious about anyone? Check out the following review, come on!
Jun Ji Hyun
Veteran actress Jun Ji Hyun became one of the actresses who got the nickname 'Queen of Drama'. Although he started his career by starring in feature films and did not star in too many drama series, his acting in several Korean dramas did not escape the attention and praise given by the public.
Unmitigated, almost all dramas starring Jun Ji Hyun such as My Love From The Star, Legend of The Blue Sea, Kingdom: Ashin of the North, to Jirisan have succeeded in gaining popularity and high ratings.
In fact, Jun Ji Hyun set a record as the highest-paid actress in 2021, as reported by Chosun and Koreaboo. Just for one episode, the actress who has become a mother of two children can earn 200 million Won or the equivalent of Rp. 3 billion!
Song Hye Kyo
Just like Jun Ji Hyun, Song Hye Kyo's name is side by side as the most expensive paid actress in 2021. The two actresses also receive the same nominal per episode, which is 200 million Won.
Song Hye Kyo herself got the nickname 'Queen of Drama' with various drama titles she has starred in. Starting from Autumn In My Heart, Full House, That Winter, the Wind Blows, Descendants of the Sun, to the newest Now, We Are Breaking Up.
Even thanks to her role in the drama Full House, Song Hye Kyo is increasingly known to become one of the most recognizable actresses in Asia. In 2018, Song Hye Kyo even entered the Forbes 'Korea Power Celebrity' list at number 6!
Park Shin Hye
Talking about the Queen of Korean Drama, the name Park Shin Hye can't be missed. Entering the world of acting since 2003, Park Shin Hye has starred in various popular drama titles such as You're Beautiful, Heartstrings, The Heirs, Pinocchio, Memories of the Alhambra, to Sisyphus: The Myth.
Launching indianexpress.com, Park Shin Hye is often touted as one of the most prominent South Korean actresses. All of that he got thanks to his hard work in the Korean film industry, to his extraordinary acting skills.
In addition to having a capable acting, the actress also has the ability to sing. He even contributed voice in the OST of several dramas that he starred in.
Park Min Young
Who doesn't know Park Min Young? The 34-year-old actress who is often referred to as the 'Queen of Drakor' in the office romance genre in Korean dramas also has many fans who are always waiting for her acting comeback.
Having debuted as an actress since 2005, Park Min Young has successfully played various characters in dramas and movies. However, the actress often gets roles in office romance dramas until the image is attached to her.
Call it What's Wrong with Secretary Kim, Her Private Life, to the latest Forecasting Love and Weather. Although he was criticized for taking the same role, Park Min Young's acting deserves thumbs up. The dramas that he has played have also succeeded in achieving high ratings or being famous overseas!
Son Ye Jin
Son Ye Jin became an actress who got the title 'Nation's First Love' as well as 'Queen of Melodrama'. Not without reason, Son Ye Jin has succeeded in portraying a pure and innocent image through big screen films such as The Classic and A Moment to Remember, thus earning the title 'Nation's First Love'.
In addition, the actress is also referred to as the 'Queen of Melodrama' because she often plays roles for dramas or films with melodrama genres such as Scent of Summer to Alone In Love.
In fact, Son Ye Jin has often received praise for her acting which has successfully carried away the emotions of the viewers of her drama, especially when she acted in tears. Having a career as an actress for 20 years, the figure of Son Ye Jin who has transformed from a young actress to now become one of the 'Queen of Korean Drama' with various roles that are varied and more challenging!
Gong Hyo Jin
Gong Hyo Jin is often referred to as the 'Queen of Drama', especially for the rom-com or romantic comedy genre. The reason is, the actress often gets the main role in Korean rom-com dramas that successfully gain popularity to high ratings. Starting from It's Okay, That's Love, Jealousy Incarnate, Pasta, The Producers, and many more.
Being one of the senior actresses in the entertainment industry, the name Gong Hyo Jin has also won many awards as Best Actress from year to year. Even after starring in her last drama, When the Camellia Blooms, not a few fans are looking forward to the 41-year-old actress' acting comeback.