tvN is a cable channel of Korea and its dramas are popular in and out of Korea. The channel has quite a lot of hit dramas on its record. The channel keeps on having high ratings with interesting plots and Hallyu actors in its cast.

Here is a list of the tvN dramas with the highest ratings up until now (all years) (updated article).

 

1. "Crash Landing On You" - 21.7%

The drama "Crash Landing On You" (2019-2020) with Hyun Bin and Son YeJin makes tvN history by breaking the record of its highest ratings. With the final episode of the drama, the drama ratings reached 21.7%. The love story of the North Korean soldier and South Korean chaebol hooked the country.

 

2. "Queen of Tears" - 20.7%

The awaited K-Drama "Queen of Tears" (2024) with top Hallyu stars Kim SooHyun and Kim JiWon started with 5.9% and reached impressive ratings of 20.7% with episode 12.  Viewers are hooked and the drama went viral for its story and amazing acting. It is still airing.

 

3. "Goblin" - 20.5%

The drama "Goblin" also titled "Guardian: The Lonely and Great God" aired in 2016-2017 starring Gong Yoo, Kim GoEun, Lee DongWook and more. In and out of Korea, the drama was extremely popular. There was definitely a "Goblin craze". The final episode of the drama reached its highest personal ratings at 20.5%. "Goblin" held the record of tvN best ratings until "Crash Landing on You" broke it.

 

4. "Reply 1988" - 18.8%

The "Replies" series were popular and "Reply 1988" (2015-2016) was the most popular. The last episode reached 18.8%. Girl's Day's HyeRi, Park BoGum, Go KyungPyo, Ryu JunYeol and Lee DongHwi acted in the drama.

 

5. "Mr. Sunshine" - 18.1%

The historical drama "Mr. Sunshine" (2018) with Lee ByungHun and Kim TaeRi had a huge budget and it received a lot of love in and outside of Korea. The drama scored 18.1% of ratings on its last episode.

 

6. "Mr. Queen" - 17.4%

The comedy historical drama "Mr. Queen" (2020-2021) starring Shin HyeSun and Kim JungHyun was also popular. The drama started at 8.0% and kept on increasing its ratings up to 17.4% for the final episode.

 

7. "Crash Course In Romance" - 17%

The romance drama "Crash Course in Romance" (2023) starred Jeon DoYeon and Jung KyungHo. The drama started with 4.0% but gained a lot of popularity week after week with its love story, elite education, and scandals. The drama reached 17% with its last episode.

 

8. "Under The Queen's Umbrella" - 16.852%

The historical drama "Under The Queen's Umbrella" (2022) starred Kim HyeSoo, Kim HaeSook, Choi WonYoung, Moon SangMin, SF9's Chani, Yoo SeonHo, Kim MinGi, and more. It was a hit drama. Starting at 7.6%, the drama kept on gaining viewers and reached 16.852% with its last episode. The story of the queen, her sons, and all the political schemes passionated.

9. "Vincenzo" - 14.6%

The black comedy drama "Vincenzo" (2021) starring Song JoongKi, Jeon YeoBeen, 2PM's Ok TaecYeon, Kim YeoJin, and Kwak DongYeon was popular. The drama was also available on Netflix at the same time. The drama started at 7.7% and ended at 14.6%. Viewers have been stunned by the amazing acting and the catchy storyline of a mafia consigliere getting rid of the bad guys.

 

10. "Our Blues" - 14.6%

The life drama "Our Blues" (2022) starring Lee ByungHun, Shin MinA, Han JiMin, Kim WooBin, Cha SeoungWon, and Lee JungEun gathered a lot of interest with its touching story and its talented cast. The drama started at 7.3% and ended at 14.6%.

 

11. "100 Days My Prince" - 14.4%

The comedy historical drama "100 Days My Prince" (2018) starring EXO’s D.O. and Nam JiHyun was also one of the most popular dramas of tvN. The last episode of the drama reached 14.4%.

 

12. "Hospital Playlist" - 14.1%

The drama "Hospital Playlist" (2020) with Jo JungSuk, Yoo YeonSeok, Jung KyungHo, and Kim DaeMyung was popular. The drama kept increasing in ratings and reached 14.1% with its last episode. The story of these close friends working at the hospital had interested many.

 

13. "Signal" - 12.5%

The drama "Signal" (2016) with Lee JeHoon, Kim HyeSoo, and Choi JinWoong was also a hit. The drama reached 12.5% of ratings with its last episode. This drama is often mentioned as one of the best K-Dramas in the international K-Drama community.

 

14. “Hotel del Luna"- 12%

IU and Yeo JinGoo addicted viewers to the ghosty fantasy drama “Hotel del Luna”. The drama was so popular that many are hoping for a second season. The drama reached 12.0% on its last episode.

 

15. "Marry My Husband" - 12.0%

The 2024 drama "Marry My Husband" based on a web novel and webtoon was a hit. With Park MinYoung, Na InWoo, Lee YiKyung, Song HaYoon, and Highlight's Lee GiKwang, the revenge drama caught attention from the start with 5.2%. It continuously grabbed viewers' attention until reaching 12.0% with its last episode.

 

Have you ever wondered who are the most followed Korean actresses on Instagram?

Most of the Korean actresses have Instagram and some have an impressive amount of followers! Some have been using actively Instagram while some do not really keep it updated. Some actresses also just created their Instagram recently and are still gathering followers.

Here are the most followed Korean actresses on Instagram and then a rough ranking of other actresses' Instagram followers amount (around 70).

If you are not following your favorite actresses' Instagram, it is time to do so.

All data were updated on February 23, 2024, 2:00 PM KST. We update regularly as the numbers keep on increasing.

Important Notice: only a few acting-dols have been included according to our new criteria (as of January 2022) made with readers' opinions in mind. Check the criteria for this list at the bottom of the page. 

 

1. IU - 32.2m followers - @dlwlrma

Note: IU played the main role in "Hotel Del Luna", "My Mister", and more.

 

2. Suzy - 19.8m followers - @skuukzky

Note: Suzy played the main role in "Start-Up", "While You Were Sleeping", "Doona!" and more.

 

3. Jung HoYeon - 19.4m followers - @hoooooyeony

 

4. Han SoHee - 17.5m followers @xeesoxee

 

5. Girls' Generation's YoonA - 17.3m followers - @yoona__lim

Note: Girls' Generation's YoonA played the main role in "The K2", "The King in Love", and more.

 

6. Song HyeKyo - 17.2m followers - @kyo1122

 

7. Lee SungKyoung - 15.3m followers - @heybiblee

 

8. Park ShinHye - 15.2m followers - @ssinz7

 

9. Red Velvet's Joy - 14.6m followers - @_imyour_joy

Note: Red Velvet's Joy played the main role in "The Liar and His Lover", "Tempted", and more.

 

10. Kim SoHyun - 13.6m followers - @wow_kimsohyun

 

11. Mun KaYoung - 12.7m followers - @m_kayoung

 

12. Kim SeJeong - 12m followers - @clean_0828

Note: Kim SeJeong played the main role in "The Uncanny Counter", "Business Proposal" and more.

 

13. Park MinYoung - 11.9m followers - @rachel_mypark

 

14. Kim YouJung - 11.5m followers - @you_r_love

 

15. f(x)'s Krystal - 10.7m followers - @vousmevoyez

Note: Krystal played the main role in "Police University", "Search", and more.

 

16. Seor InA - 10.1m followers - @_seorina

 

17. Son YeJin - 8.2m followers - @yejinhand

 

18. Girl's Day's HyeRi - 8.2m followers - @hyeri_0609

Note: Girl's Day's HyeRi played in "Two Cops", "Moonshine", and more.

 

19. Girls' Generation's SeoHyun - 8.1m followers - @seojuhyun_s

Note: Girls' Generation's SeoHyun played the main role in "Private Lives", "Time", and more.

 

20. Kim JiWon - 8.1m followers - @geewonii

 

21. Girls' Generation's SooYoung - 7.7m followers - @sooyoungchoi

Note: Girls' Generation's SooYoung played the main role in "Run On", "Tell Me What You Saw", and more.

 

22. Sulli - 6.8m followers - @jelly_jilli

Note: Sulli played the main role in "Real", "Fashion King", and more.

 

23. Lee YouMi - 6.6m followers - @leeyoum262

 

24. Go YounJung - 6.7m followers - @goyounjung

 

25. Girls' Generation's YuRi - 6.5m followers - @yulyulk

Note: Girls' Generation's YuRi played the main role in "Bossam: Steal the Fate", "Defendant", and more.

 

26. Kim GoEun - 6.4m followers - @ggonekim

 

27. T-ARA's JiYeon - 5.6m followers - @jiyeon2__

Note: Park JiYeon played the main role in "I Wanna Hear Your Song", "Imitation", and more.

 

28. Kim DaMi - 5.3m followers - @d_a___m_i

 

29. Cho YiHyun - 5m followers - @yihyun_1208

 

30. Shin MinA - 5m followers - @illusomina

 

31. Han HyoJoo - 4.8m followers - @hanhyojoo222

 

32. NaNa - 4.9m followers - @jin_a_nana

NaNa played the main role in "Oh My Ladylord", "Into the Ring", and more.

 

33. Park JiHu - 4.4m followers - @03_hu

 

34. Park BoYoung - 4.5m followers - @boyoung0212_official

 

35. Song JiHyo - 4.1m followers - @my_songjihyo

Here are more actresses' Instagram followers numbers and accounts.

Over 3m followers

AOA's SeolHyun (@s2seolhyuns2) [SeolHyun played the main role in "Awaken", "My Country: The New Age", and more], Park YooNa (@youna_1997), Son NaEun (@marcellasne_) [NaEun played the main role in "Ghost Doctor", "Dinner Mate", and more], Kang MinAh (@minah320_97), Kim SaeRon (@ron_sae), Shin SeKyung (@sjkuksee), Kim HyeYoon (@hye_yoon1110), Lee SiYoung (@leesiyoung38), Park EunBin (@eunbining0904), Gong HyoJin (@rovvxhyo), Shin HaeSun (@shinhs831), Jung SoMin (@somin_jj), Shin YeEun (@__shinyeeun), Park GyuYoung (@lavieenbluu), Han JiHyun (@hanjiji54)

 

Over 2m followers

Apink's EunJi (@artist_eunji) [EunJi played the main role in "O.OMHz", "Untouchable", and more], Oh YeonSeo (@ohvely22), Lee JooYoung (@i_icaruswalks), Min HyoRin (@hyorin_min), Jung ChaeYeon (@j_chaeyeoni) [Jung ChaeYeon has played the main role in "My First First Love", "The King's Affection", and more], Lee JiAh (@e.jiah), Kim TaeRi (@kimtaeri_official), Lee DaHee (@dahee0315), Roh YoonSeo (@rohyoonseo)

 

Between 1m and 2m followers

Han YeSeul (@han_ye_seul_), Koo HyeSun (@kookoo900), Ha JiWon (@hajiwon1023), Jung RyeoWon (@yoanaloves) [Jung RyeoWon played the main role in "Witch's Court", "Diary of a Prosecutor", and more], Park SoDam (@imsodamm), Han JiMin (@roma.emo), Lee YuBi (@yubi_190), Kim BoRa (@kim_bora95), Im SooHyang (@hellopapa11), Girl's Day's Minah (@bbang_93) [Minah played the main role in "My Absolute Boyfriend", "Check Out The Event", and more], Go JoonHee (@gojoonhee), Lee HaNee (@honey_lee32), Chae SooBin (@soobinms), Kwon NaRa (@hv_nara) [Kwon NaRa played a main role in "Itaewon Class", "Bulgasal: Immortal Souls", and more], Nam JiHyun (@hyuniiiiiii_95917), Go Ara (@ara_go_0211), Im SeMi (@susemee), Eugene (@eugene810303) [Eugene played the main role in "Penthouse: War In life" seasons 1-3 and more], Cho BoAh (@xxadoraa), Lee NaEun (@betterlee_0824) [Lee NaEun played the main role in "Extraordinary You", "Hip Hop King: Nassna Street", and more], Kim SoYeon (@sysysy1102), Jo SuMin (@soominn_jo), Kim HyeonSoo (@hyeon0_0soo), Jin JiHee (@2xj_hee), Lee HoJung (@holly608), Jeon SoMin (@jsomin86), Yang HyeJi (@hazzisss), Jeon YeoBeen (@jeon.yeobeen), Kang Mina (@_happiness_o) [Kang Mina played the main role in "Mama Fairy and the Woodcutter", "Moonshine", and more], Lee EunSaem (@2eunsaem), Park JinJoo (@jinjoo1224), Seo JiHye (@jihye8024), Lee MinJung (@216jung), Kim JooRyung (@kimjooryoung), Roh JeongEui (@jeongeuiyam), Yang HyeJi (@hazzisss), Kim YongJi (@demi_kimee), Roh JeongEui (@jeongeuiyam), Ahn EunJin (@eunjin___a), Lee JuMyoung (@jmyoungl), Lee SunBin (@sunbin_eyesmag), Lee SeYoung (@seyoung_10), Gong SeungYeon (@0seungyeon), Yang HyeJi (@hazzisss), Kim HyeSoo (@hs_kim_95), and more

 

Between 300k and 1m followers

Jang NaRa (@nara0318), Jin SeYeon (@jinseyun.go), SoHee (@ssoheean), Kim SoHye (@s_sohye) [Kim SoHye played the main role in "Guimoon: The Lightless Door", "Moonlit Winter", and more] , Min DoHee (@mdh0925_) [Min DoHee played support roles in "My ID is Gangnam Beauty", "Clean With Passion For Now", the main role in "Girls' Generation 1979", and more], Kim SoEun (@socun89), Kim HeeSon (@lovely.katie.k), Hwang JungEum (@jungeum84) [Hwang JungEum played the main role in "Mystic Pop Up Bar", "To All The Guys Who Loved Me", and more], ESom (@esom_), Kang SoRa (@reveramess_), Bae DooNa (@doonabae), Ha YeonSoo (@hayeonsoo_), Han SunHwa (@shh_daily) [Han SunHwa played a main role in "School 2017", "Backstreet Rookie", and more], Im SooJung (@soojunglim_), Jo WooRi (@j_ourly), Stephanie Lee (@stephanielee199), Won JinA (@j0i3n2a9), Kim HyangGi (@kimsmell1), Ryu HyeYoung (@ryuniverse328), Park JuHyun (@charmgirl_1005), Yoon SeoA (@yoonseoah_), Jung HyeSung (@junghyesung91), Choi YeBin (@yebin__), Jung DaBin (@jungdabiny), T-ARA's EunJung (@eunjung.hahm) [EunJung played the main role in "Love Twist", "Be My Dream Family", and more], Nam JiHyun (@jihyunilovee) [JiHyun played support roles in "My Little Baby", "Strongest Deliveryman", "Grand Prince", "Lonely Enough To Love", and more], YeonWoo (@chloelxxlxx) [YeonWoo played the main role in "Cheat On Me, If You Can", "Dali and the Cocky Prince", and more], Yoon EunHye (@y1003_grace) [Yoon EunHye played the main role in "After Love", "Marry Him If You Dare", and more], Kim JaeKyung (@_kimjaekyung_) [Kim JaeKyung played the main role in "Bad Papa", "The Secret Life of My Secretary", and more], Kim BoYoon (@__boyoon__), Kim JinYoung (@jin_y0ung_2), Ha SeungRi (@seung_lee.vv), Jung Eugene (@eugene__jung), Ko SungHee (@krnangel621), Go WonHee (@go_wonhee), Kim GaEun (@ggani88918), Ha YoonKyung (@hayoonkie), Jeong ShinHye (@bonheur_sinhye_may), Lee SiWoo (@s2xwo), Cheon WooHee (@thousand_wooo), Lee JooBin (@hellobeen), Joo HyunYoung (@2ruka__), Kim SeulGi (@s911010), , DaSom (@som0506) [DaSom played the main role in "Was It Love?", "He Is Psychometric", and more], Cha JooYoung (@jooyoungthej), Kim JiEun (@kj_ieun), Go BoGyeol (@gobogyeol), Jung HyeSung (@junghyesung91), Park JooHyun (@charmgirl_1005), Jo HyeJoo (@hyejoozz), Shin HyunBeen (@hyunbeenshin), Uhm JungHwa (@umaizing), Lee DaIn (@xx__dain), Park HaSeon (@mintsungrace), Baek JinHee (@jinibeak), Kim Hieora (@hereare0318), and more.

 

No Instagram

Jun JiHyun, Lee BoYoung, Yoo InNa, Lee NaYoung, Jeon DoYeon, and more have no Instagram.

 

Acting-dols criteria (January 2022): 

Due to the huge number of idols in the acting field, we have tried to limit the list to idols genuinely active in acting and not to all the idols acting. At Kpopmap, we always prioritize the opinions of our readers first. That is why these criteria have been made out of readers' opinions. We held a poll (here) and we opened an open discussion on Reddit (here). You've asked us to be stricter in our criteria and so here are the new rules.

. In a K-Drama, Netflix Original drama, or a movie: 

• Two lead roles (was clearly one of the main characters)

or

• One lead role and 2 supporting roles

or

• More than 4 supporting roles

. Guest roles can't be considered supporting roles

. Only dramas over 6 episodes (special and short dramas are excluded)

. Only movies released in Korean theaters (not just online) (with the exception of Netflix original movies)

. No web dramas (exception for Netflix)

. Only Korean releases

Kpopmap's criteria for acting-dols are not absolute or the right answer. It is just criteria applied in the content of Kpopmap. And these criteria can change according to the trends or fans' opinions.

 

Did we miss anyone? Connect with Kpopmap and let us know!

 

Celebrities within the entertainment industry work extremely hard at their craft, spending long hours in the practice room or rehearsing just one single scene. They take every opportunity to improve until their efforts are finally recognized by the public. After the discovery of their skills, fans begin to gush over them and consume all sorts of content from their favorite celebrities. Once this happens, brands take immediate notice and find a way to incorporate these stars into their brand image and become a representative for their company.

Even within the K-Beauty sphere, brands like MISSHA employ the trendiest and most popular stars that match their company's aesthetic. Since it's creation, MISSHA has put in the work to create various well-trusted products that people cannot help but purchase. And sometimes all it takes is one look at the stars modeling their products to convince them to invest into a new stock of cleansers, moisturizers, emulsions, and so much more.

Now, let's take a look at some of the female celebrities who have modeled for beauty and cosmetics brand MISSHA.

 

1. TWICE's Sana

After debuting as a member of world renowned girl group TWICE, Sana has solidified herself within the K-Pop community and beyond. Her naturally bubbly nature and warm presence has convinced many to make the idol their bias and support her in all her endeavors. Taking notice of Sana's star value and reinvigorating aura, MISSHA brought the TWICE member on as an official ambassador.

 

2. Seo JiHye

Seo JiHye has carved a name for herself within the K-Drama industry as a talented actress. Regardless of role or genre, she masterfully embodies every character and portrays them to perfection. With her acting expertise, she's also able to convey the message and feel of cosmetics brand MISSHA. Her radiant elegance shines through, previously empowering many others to purchase one of MISSHA's many products.

 

3. Jeon SoNee

Jeon SoNee is an absolute gem who continues to showcase marvelous performances one after the other. Her acting aside, the actress' visuals are absolutely breathtaking and have caused countless fans to gush over her at all times of the day. With her many charms, Jeon SoNee was naturally called by MISSHA, becoming a model for the brand.

 

4. NaNa

Starting off as an idol, NaNa has effectively transitioned into a successful actress, capable of taking on a variety of roles. From the success of Netflix's "Mask Girl" to her most recent work in "My Man Is Cupid", not even the sky is the limit for the star. Due to her previous success, captivating aura, and mesmerizing visuals, MISSHA brought her on as a model. She endorsed various products in many different hues, catching the eyes of millions worldwide.

 

5. Son YeJin

Son YeJin is a living icon whose career has only seen an upward trajectory of success. Even after becoming a wife and mother, fans continue to be enamored by the actress and constantly revisit her past works. Son YeJin was previously a model for MISSHA, bringing her own touch of refinement to the products she posed with. It absolutely helped that she already possessed a glowing complexion and unrivaled beauty.

Who's your favorite model for K-Beauty brand MISSHA? Do you use any of their products?