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[cheezriz]

Climax (2026) - Episode 8

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[citrinekay]

Seungnyang and Tahwan in EMPRESS KI (기황후) | Episode 16

[femme11fatale]

Since you are my concubine, you have to look the part. Empress Ki (2013) Ji Chang Wook & Ha Jiwon as Tahwan & Seung Nyang

[dangermousie]

Ep 34 says hi:

Man got what he wanted.

[shinpredicts]

Pick a Korean Actress Reading - what are people’s first impressions of you?

This pick a Korean actress reading will help you know what people's first impressions of you are. Remember that this is a general reading so take what resonates and leave what doesn't behind.

How to do this reading:

1. Be comfortable and clear your thoughts completely. Be calm. Take a few deep breaths or close your eyes if need be. Make sure there's no distraction around you.

2. Ask yourself the question: what are people's first impressions of you? Then, look at the photo below of the actresses and pick the one that calls out to you most. You can also check out another reading if you feel another actress also calls out to you.

Top left to right

1. Yoona

2. Bae Suzy

3. Han Hyojoo

4. IU

5. Jun Jihyun

6. Son Yejin

7. Park Minyoung

8. Ha Jiwon

9. Gong Hyojin

10. Park Boyoung

1. Yoona

People often think you are more mature than your age. They also think you may look older than you are. They feel you are like a parent and have a caring nature. They think you are serious and sensitive. They also feel you are slightly guarded and polite. They think you probably came from a family that cared about rules. They may feel you are uptight and tense.

They also think you are either taken and in a long term relationship or just emotionally unavailable. They will generally see you as more of a friend/family member than a lover. They will think you are probably clean and organized and also good at cooking and household chores. They will also think you are filial.

2. Bae Suzy

They often feel you are hard to approach and get to know. They feel you are stand offish and are very independent. They also feel you are arrogant and that you look down on others. They think you are detail-oriented and picky with many things. They think you want to be treated like royalty and expect a lot from others.

They feel you are hard to approach and are protective of yourself. They think you are very stubborn and decisive. They also think you were spoiled by your family. They think you don't really have street smarts or survival skills. They think it'd be tiring to date you. They generally think you are pretty.

3. Han Hyojoo

They often feel you are gullible and naïve. They feel you are dreamy and sort of lazy. They feel you are agreeable and easy to manipulate or trick. They think you are kind of a pushover and are friendly. They feel you probably like cute things or cute aesthetics. They feel you are inexperienced in love but probably have a kinky side. They also feel you are introverted and like the arts. They can feel you are shallow.

They feel you can do a lot for love and give up a lot for love. They think you are romantic and dreamy.

4. IU

They often feel you are cute and innocent. They also feel you are kind of aloof and that you live in your own world. They feel you are mysterious and hard to understand. They think you think you don't care much about others and are very stubborn.

They think you are quirky and probably have very "unique" hobbies. They think you are sort of childish and impractical. They think you are imaginative and don't really care about dating much. They feel you seem preoccupied with your life. They think your sense of style is different/unique.

5. Jun Jihyun

People often think you lead a "wild" life and party a lot. They also think you are very adventurous and cool. They think you probably have some artistic talent like dancing or singing. They think you're a risk taker or dare devil and that you're brave. They think you're honest and straightforward. They also think you are kind of rude or disrespectful/lack manners. They think you are unapologetic and that you tell it like it is. They think you are reckless and impulsive and open minded.

They think you've dated a lot and that you're experienced in love. They also think you are pretty open with sex and love. They think you are progressive and open to many ideas.

6. Son Yejin

People often feel you are fake and are a good liar. They feel you are hiding something. They feel you love to be the center of attention and love drama. They think you like to act innocent and like to self-victimize. They generally think you are charming and sociable. They will generally think you are a player and that you are very manipulative.

They also think you are materialistic and love luxury goods and are probably a gold digger/social climber. They do feel you are bitchy. They think you are street smart and good at reading/judging others. They think you are very ambitious and competitive. They also think you are practical and love to flirt. They believe you would sleep with someone or marry someone for wealth/prestige/power.

7. Park Minyoung

People often feel you are a loner or a wallflower. They feel you are shy and introverted. They think you are very quiet and afraid of many things. They feel you lived a sheltered life and probably have controlling parents.

They feel you are inexperienced in love. They also think you are indecisive and have trouble saying no to others. They feel you are probably a pushover. They may think you are smart or prefer indoor activities like reading, drawing, watching TV, etc.

8. Ha Jiwon

People often feel you are very mature and sophisticated. They feel you are financially sufficient and independent. They feel you are logical and analytical. They think you are decisive and confident. They think you have everything figured out and plan a lot. They think you are clean and organized. They think you are generally chill but it's best not to anger you because you'd get scary and vengeful. They think you are knowledgeable and give out a lot of good advice. They will think you are a good listener.

They often think you've been hurt in the past and are sort of protective of yourself. They also think you're not interested in dating or are already taken.

9. Gong Hyojin

People feel you are fun and easygoing. They feel you are spontaneous and cool. They feel you don't really have goals and aren't ambitious. They think you are funny and playful. They think you are charismatic and laidback. They think you can be kind of irresponsible and reckless. They think you are simple minded and not book smart. They think you are independent. They also may think you suffer from some learning disability or mental health illness.

They also think you prefer open relationships, flings, one night stands, or short-term relationships. They think you are wild in bed and sexually active. They also think it's easy to get you in bed.

10. Park Boyoung

People generally feel you are kind and generous. They feel you are sweet and caring and probably need to be protected. They also feel you are kind of kiddy and silly. They feel you are idealistic and creative. They think you are compassionate and are a cry baby.

They think you need a lot of attention and are needy. They also think you are emotional and not very logical. They feel you are sympathetic and probably like animals and kids. They think you are generous and that you can fall in love easily if someone just is romantic and sweet to you. They also think you are philosophical and can be preachy.

[where-starsland]

Pawn (2020)

담보 Pawn (2020) written by Yoon Je-Kyun, Son Joo-Yeon directed by Kang Dae Gyu

[dramarants]

KDrama Actresses Who Caught My Eye

Won Jin Ah

On the surface, she looks just like a porcelain doll with the sweetest, purest smile - but her performance in Just Between Lovers showed she’s capable of so much more. Ha Moon Soo is soft yet brave and while it looks like She Would Never Know might be a bust script-wise, I’m still holding my breath for Won Jin Ah’s next hit!

Dramas watched: 2

Greatest Hits:

Just Between Lovers/Rain or Shine (2017) - between slice of life and melo, a personal favorite

Life (2018) - medical drama, haven’t seen it but looking forward to it!*

Latest:

She Would Never Know (2021, still airing)

Hellbound (2021, coming soon!)

Gong Hyo Jin

Her characters and dramas are super offbeat (usually less glamorous). Gong Hyo Jin is a total dramedy queen, and the great news is that she’s got tons of movies and shows to choose from!

Dramas watched: 2.5

Greatest Hits:

Thank You (2007) - breakout role as a single mom with an HIV+ child*

Master’s Sun (2013) - fantasy romcom

It’s Okay, That’s Love (2014) - explores mental health and social stigma*

Jealousy Incarnate/Don’t Dare To Dream (2015) - workplace romcom*

Latest:

When the Camellia Blooms (2019)

Ha Ji Won

Can you say versatile? I watched Secret Garden and didn’t love it but appreciated Ha Ji Won’s performance but then came Chocolate and Empress Ki. I started both at once and the way she pulled off a quiet, pining chef and a badass, broken power lady fighting to survive - oof, the range 👌

Dramas watched: 2

Greatest Hits:

She’s got so many dramas so this is a hard one! Listing recent cross genre works but check her filmography to see what suits your taste

Empress Ki (2013) - historical political drama, it’s a heavy one

Hospital Ship (2014) - medical drama*

Latest:

Chocolate (2019)

Shin Hye Sun

I cannot believe I forgot to put her on this list! Total powerhouse and loved seeing her move from secondary characters into lead roles in multiple genres! I’ve hated her guts and worshipped her guts, Shin Hye Sun is, as they say, a true acting chameleon. 

Dramas watched: 4

Greatest Hits:

My Golden Life (2017) - family drama, break through role!*

Still 17/Thirty But Seventeen (2018) - romcom*

Angel’s Last Mission: Love (2019) -  fantasy melo, blind ballerina meets cheerful angel

Latest:

Hymn of Death (2018)*

Mr. Queen/Queen Cheorin (2020, currently airing)

Seo Ye Ji

Okay, so this one’s is kinda literal - Seo Ye Ji is stunning. I didn’t love It’s Okay to Not Be Okay as much as others did but I enjoyed it mainly for her fantastic performance as Ko Moon Young (plus her chemistry with the male lead!) and cuz I'm a sucker for found family. Really looking forward to seeing more of her work moving forward!

Dramas watched: 2

Greatest Hits:

Save Me (2017) - thriller mystery drama*

Lawless Lawyer (2018) - legal thriller drama, insane chemistry with ML*

Hwarang (2016) - historical hot ppl fest, watch for costumes + eye candy 

Latest:

It’s Okay to Not Be Okay (2020)

Honorable Mentions:

Park Min Young - loooved her in Healer and heard great things about Her Private Life and Sungkyunkwan Scandal!

IU - I feel like this one is kind of obvious, she did so well in dramas like Scarlet Heart Ryeo: Moon Lovers and My Ahjussi; Hotel Del Luna is on my watchlist!

Go Ara - she plays sweet but defiant and strong willed really well. Loved her performance in Miss Hammurabi and looking forward to watching Black soon. 

I’m guilty of following kdrama men more than the women so if there are any actresses you really like or dramas featuring great female performances, let me know!

*starred dramas are blind recs