9 Korean Actors Who Learned to Dance for the Dramas They Starred In, From Traditional to Modern Dance Successfully Tackled

Kapanlagi.com - The world of Korean dramas never ceases to amaze us with the dedication of its extraordinary actors. Many of them are willing to invest time and effort to delve into their roles, even having to learn to dance from scratch to bring their characters to life.

Just imagine, some have to master intricate traditional dances, while others are required to be agile in modern hip hop movements or graceful ballet. This learning process certainly demands patience, consistency, and an extraordinary spirit of perseverance from the Hallyu stars.

However, thanks to their determination, every dance scene in the drama becomes increasingly beautiful and unforgettable, adding depth to the story presented. Curious about which Korean actors learned to dance for the dramas they starred in? Let’s take a closer look at the list of stars who have captivated us with their beautiful movements on screen, KLovers.

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1. Kim Go Eun

Korean actor who learned to dance / cr: Instagram @ggonekim

Kim Go Eun shows extraordinary dedication by learning hip-hop dance for her role in the film SUNSET IN MY HOMETOWN (2018). She also delves into shamanistic ritual dance or gut ritual dance for the film EXHUMA (2024), a role that has even been acknowledged by active shamans.

For EXHUMA, Kim Go Eun met with shamans and their students to gain insights and practice detailed movements and tones. She even did not hesitate to perform scenes involving knives, demonstrating her total commitment to portraying the young shaman character Hwa-rim.

2. Lee Hye Ri

Korean actor who learns to dance/Instagram @hyeri_0609

Actress Lee Hye Ri learned hip-hop dance and cheerleading for the film VICTORY (2024). In the film, she plays Pil Seon, one of two best friends who form a cheerleading club called Millennium Girls.

The character Pil Seon has big ambitions to become a famous dancer in Seoul, and Lee Hye Ri portrays that spirit and drive beautifully. The film VICTORY is set in 1999 and tells the story of a cheerleading team's journey to face challenges.

3. Doh Kyung Soo

Korean actor who learns to dance/ cr: mydramalist.com

Doh Kyung Soo, who is also known as D.O. from the group EXO, showed his commitment by learning tap dance for the film SWING KIDS (2018). He spent months mastering the dance, even continuing to practice with a professional choreographer after his initial training.

In SWING KIDS, Doh Kyung Soo plays Ro Gi-soo, a North Korean soldier who falls in love with tap dance amidst the Korean War. His tap dance skills received praise from his fellow cast members who were impressed by his quick learning ability.

4. Shin Hye Sun

Korean actor who learns to dance/ cr: mydramalist.com

Shin Hye Sun learned flamenco dance for the drama SEE YOU IN MY 19TH LIFE (2023). She also studied ballet for her role as a ballerina in the drama ANGEL'S LAST MISSION: LOVE (2019).

For SEE YOU IN MY 19TH LIFE, Shin Hye Sun practiced flamenco for more than two months to deliver a unique and memorable dance scene. Meanwhile, for ANGEL'S LAST MISSION: LOVE, she trained in ballet for at least 200 hours over 120 days to convincingly portray the character Lee Yeon Seo.

5. Kang You Seok

Korean actor who learns to dance/Instagram @youseok_

Kang You Seok is learning K-pop dance for the drama RESIDENT PLAYBOOK, which is scheduled to air in 2025. He shows a high level of dedication to his role in this highly anticipated medical series.

In fact, he adds to the long list of Korean actors who learn to dance for the modern genre dramas they star in. His commitment is truly impressive, KLovers!

6. Kim Yoo Jung

Korean actor who learns to dance/Instagram @you_r_love

Kim Yoo Jung learns tango and sword dance for the drama MY DEMON (2023). In the drama, she pairs with Song Kang in a romantic and dynamic tango scene.

The tango scene between Kim Yoo Jung and Song Kang becomes a highlight and receives much praise from the audience. Her commitment to mastering these two different types of dance is very impressive.

7. Song Kang

Korean actor who learns to dance/Instagram @songkang_b

Song Kang learned tango for the drama MY DEMON (2023) and ballet for his role in the drama NAVILLERA (2021). He shows extraordinary flexibility in mastering various dance styles.

For NAVILLERA, Song Kang practiced ballet for five to six months, about seven hours every day, to portray the character of ballet dancer Lee Chae Rok. Despite having no previous dancing experience, he enjoyed the learning process and successfully performed graceful ballet movements.

8. Kim Tae Ri

Korean actor who learns to dance/Instagram @kimtaeri_official

Kim Tae Ri learned gukgeuk dance or traditional Korean dance for the drama JEONGNYEON: THE STAR IS BORN (2024). Gukgeuk is a form of traditional Korean musical theater where all the performers are women, popular in the 1950s.

For her role as Yoon Jeong-nyeon, a vocal prodigy aspiring to be a gukgeuk actress, Kim Tae Ri took extensive pansori singing and dance lessons. She even performed the songs herself in the series, demonstrating her dedication to immersing herself in the character.

9. Han Ye Ji

Korean actor who learns to dance/ cr: Instagram @0tl_zi_

Han Ye Ji is also not left behind in showing her dedication by learning K-Pop dance. She is preparing for her role in the drama RESIDENT PLAYBOOK which will air in 2025.

In this drama, her dance immediately catches attention. Because, she turns out to be able to perform KPOP Dance in an environment that is actually far from the entertainment world.

10. FAQ

Which Korean actors learn to dance for their roles?
Some Korean actors who learn to dance for their roles include Kim Go Eun, Lee Hye Ri, Doh Kyung Soo, Shin Hye Sun, Kang You Seok, Han Yeji, Kim Yoo Jung, Song Kang, and Kim Tae Ri.

What dance did Kim Go Eun learn for the film EXHUMA?
Kim Go Eun learned shamanistic ritual dance or gut ritual dance for her role in the film EXHUMA (2024).

How long did Song Kang practice ballet for the drama NAVILLERA?
Song Kang practiced ballet for five to six months, about seven hours every day, to portray the character of ballerino Lee Chae Rok in the drama NAVILLERA (2021).

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