The K-entertainment world has been lit in the first half of 2024, with amazing actors and actresses stealing hearts worldwide. From rom-coms to gripping dramas, these stars are showing off their skills and charisma.
So, who’s burning up the Google search charts? Let’s check out the hottest 10 Korean actors and actresses searched from January to June 2024.
Top 10 Most Searched Korean Actors on Google in the First Half of 2024 (January-June)
- Cha Eunwoo
- Kim Soo Hyun
- Song Kang
- Byeon Woo Seok
- Lee Min Ho
- Ma Dong Seok
- Park Seo Joon
- Ji Chang Wook
- Lee Jae Wook
- Lee Dong Wook
Cha Eunwoo is the ultimate Kdrama heartthrob, who’s sweeping the charts. His latest two Kdramas A Good Day to Be a Dog (2023-2024) and Wonderful World (2024l) were well received by fans.
Kim Soo Hyun appeared in tvN’s highest-rated drama Queen of Tears (2024) after a hiatus of 3 years. He created a huge splash and managed to secure the second spot.
Song Kang, after swooning fans with kdrama My Demon, enlisted in the military in April. Season 3 of his drama Sweet Home is scheduled for July 19.
Byeon Woo Seok has become unstoppable after Lovely Runners. He’s getting major endorsement deals, attracting huge crowds for his fanmeetings, and dominating the Google search rankings.
Top 10 Most Searched Korean Actresses on Google in the First Half of 2024
- Kim Ji Won
- Han Sohee
- Suzy
- Hyeri
- Kim Hye Yoon
- YoonA
- Lee Joo Bin
- Song Ji Hyo
- Kim Sejeong
- Go Yoon Jung
Kim Ji Won has become the reigning queen of the Kdrama industry after the success of Queen of Tears. It’s no surprise that she’s topping the list of most searched actresses on Google in 2024.
Han Sohee made a lot of headlines in March for her dating controversy involving Ryu Jun Yeol and Hyeri.
After nearly two weeks of confirming their relationship, she broke up with Ryu Jun Yeol and celebrated with an iconic meme.
Suzy dominated Google searches in the first half of 2024 as the Kdrama star stayed in the headlines for her movie with Park Bo Gum, Wonderland.
In addition, read the list of Top 30 K-pop idols that dominated the Google searches here.