Three actresses born in 1996, Go Youn-jung, Kim Hye-yoon and Moon Ga-young, are emerging as an untouchable trio in the Korean entertainment industry, attracting attention from television and film as soon as they reach their 30s.
Despite their different debut timings and career trajectories, the three actresses now share a common position as prominent figures shaping the current landscape of Korean dramas and films. With consecutive successful projects and multiple upcoming works confirmed, their influence continues to expand in 2026.
Go Youn-jung: Continuous high-profile casting
Go Youn-jung started 2026 with the Netflix drama series Can this love be translated? where he played the star Cha Mu-hee, a character with a double identity. Her performance showcased both emotional depth and versatility, marking her first project focused primarily on romance.
Following his collaboration with the Hong Sisters Alchemy of souls AND Can this love be translated? Go will appear in April in Everyone fights their own uselessness (working title), written by Park Hae-young, known for My lord AND My liberation notes.
Since its debut in 2019 It’s psychometric Go Youn-jung has steadily built his career through works such as The school nurse’s files , Sweet home , School of Law , Moving AND Manual for residents establishing itself as a constantly sought after actress.
Kim Hye-yoon: A proven romantic lead
Kim Hye-yoon has earned a reputation for strong on-screen chemistry through her roles Extraordinary you AND Lovely runner. His acting foundation was built through years of auditions and supporting roles before his 2018 breakthrough with SKY Castle where he played Kang Ye-seo, a role that earned her the Baeksang Arts Award for Best New Actress.
Kim currently stars in SBS No tail to tell depicting Eun-ho, a modern gumiho uninterested in becoming human. It is also confirmed that he will return in the second season of Good partner which is scheduled to air in November.
Kim made her debut as a child actress in 2013 and has since played a wide range of roles, eventually securing her place as an actress. one of the most reliable tracks of its generation.
Moon Ga-young: A prominent name in melodrama
Moon Ga-young, who debuted in 2006, has built a long career in film and television. It has gained widespread popularity with True beauty and subsequently demonstrated emotional maturity in melodramas like Find me in your memory AND The interest of love.
Here is the 2025 film Once upon a time it was us exceeded 2 million visitors and maintained it position no. 1 at the box office for 15 consecutive daysbecoming the first Korean melodrama in seven years to reach that milestone. Moon will return to television in 2027 with tvN’s Star Whale (working title) and has also been cast in director Lee Eung-bok’s next drama Scent of the night report continued momentum in his career.
As they reach their 30s, Go Youn-jung, Kim Hye-yoon, and Moon Ga-young exemplify how steady career building, gender diversity, and consistent performances can lead to lasting success. With confirmed projects already lined up, the trio is poised to further strengthen their presence as leading ladies in the years to come.
Sources: Daum
