2025 Forbes Top 10 Korean Drama Actors Revealed! BLACKPINK’s Jisoo enters at second place with ‘New Utopia’, IU takes the crown with ‘Encounter’, showcasing her exceptional acting skills playing four roles; Park Bo-gum, Gong Yoo, and more top actors are featured, while Kim Ji-won makes a surprising entry, signaling a wave of fresh pairings and sequels set to dominate the screen!
Forbes Korea releases various celebrity rankings annually, including lists for the wealthiest individuals and celebrities. The 2025 Forbes Top 10 Korean Drama Actors list has been officially unveiled, with Song Hye-kyo and Suzy missing the top ten spot. Kim Ji-won lands in ninth place, losing to Park Bo-gum from ‘Encounter’, while BLACKPINK’s Jisoo, who gained attention with the new drama ‘New Utopia’, secures the second spot, making it difficult for anyone to surpass the champion!
2025 Forbes Top 10 Korean Drama Actors: ‘Your Taste’ starring Go Min-si
Last year, Go Min-si gained popularity for her portrayal of a crazy woman in the Netflix thriller ‘Voice of Silence’, propelling her to become a prominent actress. Not only is her outstanding acting skills notable, but her beauty has also sparked numerous discussions.
Recently, Go Min-si will return to the screen with the new drama ‘Your Taste’, co-starring with the first-ever Baeksang Best Actor born in the 1990s, Kang Ha-na, creating a fresh pairing that has garnered high expectations!
2025 Forbes Top 10 Korean Drama Actors: ‘Doctor X’ featuring Kim Ji-won
Kim Ji-won secures the ninth spot! Last year, Kim Ji-won reached a new career peak with ‘Queen of Tears’, where she not only exuded queenly charisma but also impressed with her delicate acting skills, captivating audiences with the charming allure of ‘Hong Ha-reum’. Following her rise to stardom, Kim Ji-won not only skyrocketed in popularity but also received a continuous stream of advertising offers, solidifying her position as the darling of commercials. She even held her first fan meeting tour, cementing her status as a fan favorite. Recently, rumors suggest that Kim Ji-won will take on a role in the new drama ‘Doctor X: White Collar Mafia Era’, portraying a genius surgeon. This marks her return to a medical role after ‘Descendants of the Sun’, stirring anticipation for her performance!
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