10 Korean Actors and Actresses Who Made a 'Late' Debut in the Acting World, Completed Military Service and Changed Professions

Sung Hoon initially wanted to become a professional swimmer, but eventually stopped due to injury. He eventually became interested in acting and made his debut as an actor at the age of 26.

Yoo In Na was originally a K-Pop idol trainee. She quit after realizing that she couldn't memorize choreography and decided to debut as an actress at the age of 28.

Jung Hae In decided to become an actor while serving in the military. When he turned 26, Jung Hae In pursued his dream and debuted as an actor.

Jin Ki Joo had various jobs before her debut. She eventually became interested in acting and started her career at the age of 26.

Ahn Jae Hyun initially debuted as a model but eventually became interested in acting. He debuted as an actor at the age of 26.

Lee Sung Kyung started her career initially as a model and became interested in acting a few years later. She debuted as an actress at the age of 24.

Park Seo Joon decided to complete his mandatory military service before debuting as an actor. Therefore, he made his debut at the age of 23.

Min Hyo Rin once trained to become a K-Pop idol but eventually failed. She then decided to pursue a career in acting and debuted as an actress at the age of 23.

Lee Kwang Soo immediately enlisted in the military after graduating from high school. After completing his national duty, Lee Kwang Soo debuted as an actor at the age of 23.

Hwang Jung Eum once debuted as a member of the K-Pop girl group Sugar. After Sugar disbanded, she switched gears and became an actress, making her debut at the age of 22.