5 Rising Celebrities Below 25 to Look Out For
Kim Ji Won - 24 years old
You’d probably remember her as Yoon Myeong Ju in the mega hit Descendants of the Sun. Kim Ji Won first started out in 2008 but mainly appeared in advertisements. In 2013, she took on the role as Rachel in The Heirs, prospective wife of Kim Tan, acted by Lee Min Ho. Her portrayal of a spoilt rich brat sure got her some anti fans but also solidified her status as a talented actress. We’re excited to see her next project and there are rumours that she might be taking on the female role in Park Bo Gum’s next period drama!
Catch Kim Ji Won in a breakthrough role in Descendants of the Sun
Yeo Jin Goo - 19 years old
Talk about experience, Yeo Jin Goo’s career goes way back to 2005 in his first film, Sad Movie. That’s about 11 years of experience for this 19 year old! Despite the pressure of growing up on TV, Yeo Jin Goo never fails to impress with his realistic acting even at a young age, winning him a Blue Dragon Awards at 16. With an impressive filmography, he’s definitely not one to be missed!
Catch Yeo Jin Goo in the The Royal Gambler as a prince
Ji Soo - 23 years old
After 3 years of taking on minor roles in dramas, Ji Soo found his big break as a school bully in Angry Mom. Viewers fell in love with him after his convincing act as a softie despite his tough exterior. He went on to take bigger roles in dramas and will be in the highly anticipated Moon Lovers, a Korean remake of the Chinese hit drama Scarlet Heart. Having acted in mostly school dramas, we can’t wait to see him in a period dramas!
Catch Ji Soo in his first lead role in Page Turner
Kim So Hyun - 17 years old
One of Korea’s best child celebrities and has grown to be a fine young lady, known for her superior acting abilities. Starting out at 7 years old, the actress starred in a drama almost every year and eventually blew the viewers away with her villainous role in Moon Embracing the Sun. Having acted alongside Yeo Jin Goo before, many have said that these 2 promising celebrities might just be the next to rule Korea’s entertainment!
Catch Kim So Hyun in the melodrama Missing You
Park Bo Gum - 23 years old
2015 must have been a blast for this hot rising star especially after his breakthrough role in the drama hit Reply 1988. Known for his handsome features and good manners, Park Bo Gum is slowly climbing up with his perfect all-in-one package. Initially trained to be a singer-songwriter, thank goodness he decided to take on the path of an actor! Look out for him this summer as he takes on his first period drama.
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