These 5 Korean Actresses Are Often Cast as Mothers in Dramas and Films

Kapanlagi.com - This article was written by Aricha Safira Rachma

If you are a true fan of Korean dramas, chances are you already know the best actors and actresses in South Korea. Not only the actors and actresses who play the main characters. We are also talking about supporting roles that make this drama much richer and more touching overall.

Every time we find our favorite mother character in a Korean drama, we have to be prepared to shed tears because of the touching mother role. These experienced actresses are very professional in capturing our hearts. Their maternal love adds warmth to the lives of the main cast.

Below, we list the five best mothers in the land of Korean dramas. If you are a true K-drama fan, then you will definitely recognize the following actresses.

1. Kim Mi Kyung

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Born in 1963, this actress is definitely on this list. Kim Mi Kyung often plays the role of a loving mother. One of her most notable characters is when she portrayed Park Shin Hye's mute mother, who also works as a housemaid in The Heirs.

But let's not forget when she successfully made us cry in dramas like Go Back Couple and Hi Bye Mama.

2. Lee Il Hwa

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The Ssangmun-dong mother from the drama Reply 1988, Lee Il Hwa performs her roles perfectly and with a wide range. From being the ambitious mother of Yoo In Na in My Love from the Star, to being the weak mother of Lee Jong Suk in Doctor Stranger, and the long-lost birth mother of Kim Jae Wook in Her Private Life.

Let's also not forget when she became one of the iconic mothers in the neighborhood in Reply 1988, she never fails to show her versatile acting skills.

3. Kim Hae Sook

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Kim Hae Sook, who has received many awards, continues to add more dramas to her impressive resume. It can be said that she often plays the role of the main character's mother, one of which is when she becomes Yoo Yeon Sook's mother in the drama Hospital Playlist full of love and affection.

She has played that role multiple times, to the point where she is even dubbed the "national mother actress" in Korea. Some of her most famous dramas where she played a mother are Endless Love: Winter Sonata, Pinocchio, I Can Hear Your Voice, and many others.

4. Jang Hye Jin

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Jang Hye Jin is another famous actress who has played many impressive mother roles in Korean dramas. One of them is the drama adapted from the Webtoon, True Beauty. In True Beauty, she plays the role of Lim Ju Gyeong's mother, who is a bit rough and a hard worker, becoming the breadwinner for the family after her husband is deceived.

Her role in the drama has left a deep impression on the hearts of the viewers because her character often scolds her child but turns out she will always defend her child if someone hurts them.

5. Lee Ji Ah

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Since portraying the role of a mother in the drama The Penthouse, she now has an image as a good mother. Fans of this drama are certainly familiar with Lee Ji Ah who plays Shim Su Ryeon.

Always appearing graceful and elegant in her performance throughout the three seasons. Her role, which consistently shows her affection for her twin children, has made Shim Su Ryeon's character the focus of attention for viewers.

(kpl/mag)