9 Actresses Who Have Played 'Ugly' Roles in Korean Dramas, But Are Actually Beautiful

Kapanlagi.com - For Korean drama fans, they are surely familiar with the division of characters played by each actor or actress. One of the characters that almost always appears in Korean dramas is the 'ugly' character, mostly played by actresses.

Especially if the Korean drama revolves around romance in school, this 'ugly' character is almost always present. Interestingly, these actresses have played 'ugly' characters or roles that are associated with being uncool, not only in school but also in the workplace. Despite that, their original faces are actually very beautiful.

1. Suzy

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First, there is Suzy who has starred in several Korean dramas. Many of her dramas were very popular. One of them is Uncontrollably Fond. In the drama, Suzy is not playing a schoolgirl, but a director who has a very ordinary appearance.

In fact, many people associate her role with an ugly character because she rarely wears makeup. However, who doubts the natural beauty of this former Miss A member's face?

2. Kim Sun Ah

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Next, there is Kim Sun Ah who is quite iconic for her role in the Korean drama My Name Is Kim Samsoon. Her character is even referred to as ugly, as she portrays an old, talkative, and self-unaware maid who is insecure about her weight.

The drama is even said to be the Korean version of the romantic comedy film Bridget Jones's Diary. Because of this role, Kim Sun Ah had to gain 6.8kg. However, in reality, Kim Sun Ah is very beautiful and has a very slim body.

3. Jang Na Ra

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Jang Na Ra is also included in this list. In her role in the drama You Are My Destiny, she played a secretary character whose face is not really ugly, but quite average compared to her colleagues.

Moreover, she is also known as obedient, because she almost never refuses when asked for help by her colleagues. However, sometimes this makes her work overwhelmed. Regardless of that character, Jang Na Ra is intelligent, elegant, and beautiful.

4. Han Hyo Joo

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In the drama W, Han Hyo Joo plays the role of a surgeon's daughter. Interestingly, she is known for her character who is very casual in her appearance. Some people around her even call her ugly. 

Again, this nickname is only in Korean dramas, because in reality, Han Hyo Joo is very beautiful and sweet.

5. Park Ha Sun

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Park Ha Sun attracted attention when she played as a new lecturer in the drama Drinking Solo. Unfortunately, it was not because of her looks, but rather her iconic role that was just ordinary.

In the drama, her character is a teacher who has no romantic charm at all. However, in everyday life, almost every man would fall in love with her charm.

6. Park Bo Young

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Park Bo Young played dual roles in the drama Abyss. She portrayed a beautiful and ordinary woman in the same drama, as Go Se Yeon.

Originally, she is a graceful and charming lawyer, but is brought back to life with a simpler appearance using Abyss. In her daily life, Park Bo Young is a charming and naturally beautiful person.

7. Lee Sung Kyung

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The most surprising thing, of course, is the character obtained by Lee Sung Kyung. In the Korean drama Weightlifting Fairy Kim Bok Joo, she plays the role of a weightlifter who is often belittled.

Besides the fact that this profession can make her weight increase, she also looks more tomboyish. In fact, this character is far from Lee Sung Kyung's real profession as a model who is so elegant and sexy.

8. Seo Hyun Jin

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A similar character is also accepted by Seo Hyun Jin in the Korean drama Another Miss Oh. In the drama, she has to live a burdened life because she has the same name as the famous person's wife, Park Do Kyung, namely Oh Ha Young.

In her daily life, Seo Hyun Jin is a beautiful and charismatic person. She never even feels inferior with her name.

9. Minah

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Last but not least, there is Minah from Girls Day who played the insecure character named Gong Shim in the drama Beautiful Gong Shim. Her charm is hidden behind the beauty of her older sister.

Fortunately, this is only a character that she portrays professionally. In her daily life, Minah's beauty often makes it difficult for fans to look away.

So, those are some actresses who have played 'ugly' characters in Korean dramas. Their professionalism and dedication in acting make them unafraid to appear different or even less attractive than their real charm. Thanks to that, these actresses are even more admired by many fans, in addition to their undeniable beauty.

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