Korean Celebrities Who Get Mistaken For Each Other [Updated 2022]

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These actors and actresses look incredibly similar and alike that if you might have to take a double-take or it will give you whiplash!

Go Bo Gyeol and Kim Tae Ri

These two have similar features and are both skilled actresses.

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Go Bo Gyeol returned to the small screen with her role "Hi Bye Mama" in 2020, while Kim Tae Ri starred in the sports melodrama "Twenty Five, Twenty One" with Nam Joo Hyuk this 2022.

Kim Ji Soo and Nam Joo Hyuk

Actors and real-life friends Kim Ji Soo and Nam Joo Hyuk often get mistaken for each other.

Nam Joo Hyuk's last drama was in "Twenty Five, Twenty One" with Kim Tae Ri. He is currently in talks to star in the webtoon-based series "Vigilante."

Kim Ji Soo's last show was in the historical-romance drama "River Where the Moon Rises," but his participation was cut off after he got embroiled in bullying accusations and sexual harassment. The actor eventually released a public apology and abruptly announced his enlistment.

3. Kim Min Jae and Yeo Jin Goo

Aside from looking like twins, Kim Min Jae and Yeo Jin Goo are university classmates!

Kim Min Jae currently stars in the historical-romance drama "Poong, The Joseon Psychiatrist."

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Meanwhile, Yeo Jin Goo's thriller drama "Link: Eat, Love, Kill," alongside Moon Ga Young, aired its finale on July 26.

4. Park So Dam and Kim Go Eun

Dubbed as "The Icons of Korean National University of Arts," these two are often compared for being in the same batch in university and for having similar facial features.

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Park So Dam starred in the Oscar award-winning movie "Parasite."

On the other hand, Kim Go Eun's drama "Yumi's Cells 2" just concluded on July 23. She is slated to star in "Little Women," alongside Nam Ji Hyun.

5. Rain and 2PM Lee Junho

2PM member and actor Lee Junho had always been dubbed as the lookalike of the K-pop icon and genius, Rain. Both have monolid eyes and are thriving as actors besides being singers.

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Lee Junho Has THIS Whopping Rate Per Drama Episode According to TMI News Vogue Korea

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In 2022, Rain starred in the fantasy-medical drama "Ghost Doctor," alongside Kim Bum.

In 2021, Lee Junho's fame skyrocketed after starring in the megahit historical-romance drama "The Red Sleeve." His role as the Crown Prince made him win the coveted Best Actor trophy from Baeksang Arts Awards 2022.

6. Min Hyo Rin and Jo Yoon Hee

Min Hyo Rin, BIGBANG Taeyang's wife, is known for her roles in "Twenty," "The Grand Heist," and "Sunny."

On the other hand, Jo Yoon Hee is known for her character in "Nine" and "My Husband Got a Family."

7. Joo Won and Kang Dong Won

Joo Won and Kang Dong Won are often mistaken for each other.

In 2020, Kang Dong Won headlined the hit thriller film "Peninsula." Then, in 2022, he starred in the esteemed movie "Broker," which was screened at the Cannes Film Festival in France. He starred alongside big-name actors Song Kang Ho, IU, Lee Joo Young, Bae Doona, and more.

Meanwhile, Joo Won headlined the Netflix action-thriller film "Carter," which debuted on August 5.

8. Kim Joo Hyun and Ha Ga In

Many fans criticized an article that compared the two actresses and their similar features, but upon seeing side-by-side photos of the two, they became flustered because they do look alike.

9. Jang Mi Kwan and Im Siwan

Jang Mi Kwan began his career through the 2017 romantic-comedy-thriller K-drama "Strong Woman Do Bong Soon." In the same year, he appeared in the fantasy-romance drama "Manhole," alongside Uee and Kim Jae Joong.

READ ALSO: Im Siwan Impresses THIS Cannes Best Actor With Villain Role in 'Emergency Declaration'

Meanwhile, Im Siwan starred in the star-studded disaster film "Emergency Declaration," alongside Lee Byung Hun, Kim Nam Gil, Song Kang Ho, Jeon Do Yeon, Park Hae Joon and more. The movie was first screened at the 74th Cannes Film Festival.

10. Kim Woo Bin and Hong Jong Hyun

Both Kim Woo Bin and Hong Jong Hyun were models before becoming actors. They are known for their friend group called the "Model Avengers," Kim Young Kwang, Lee Soo Hyuk and Bang Sung Joon are also included in this group.

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After his hiatus to focus on his recovery, Kim Woo Bin made his small screen return through "Our Blues," alongside his real-life girlfriend Shin Min Ah, Lee Byung Hun and more. He also starred in the sci-fi movie "Alienoid" with Kim Tae Ri, Ryu Jun Yeol and more.

Meanwhile, Hong Jong Hyun starred in "The King in Love" in 2017, and his last drama was in 2019 through "Mother of Mine."

11. Shin Se Kyung and Lee Yeon Hee

The two have been compared for their identical looks before. They've also participated in the same photoshoot for "Vogue Girl" and their 2012 March issue with the theme of "Girl Icons."

Lee Yeon Hee starred in the 2022 romantic-comedy Netflix series "Welcome to Wedding Hell," alongside Lee Jin Wook. She also appeared in the star-studded 2021 movie "New Year Blues."

Shin Se Kyung's last drama, on the other hand, was "Run On" (2021) alongside Im Siwan.

12. Park Shin Hye and Ryu Hwayoung

The former member of girl group T-ara, Hwayoung has been compared to veteran actress Park Shin Hye, and we can see why. Their physical similarities are uncanny!

Park Shin Hye is currently on hiatus as she is focused on her family. She married her longtime beau Choi Tae Joon in January this year. In May, the couple finally welcomed their firstborn.

READ ALSO: It's A Boy! Park Shin Hye, Choi Tae Joon Welcome Newest Addition to Their Family

Ryu Hwayoung is notable for her roles in "The Beauty Inside," "Hello, My Twenties," "Mad Dog," and "My Father is Strange."

13. Lee Jong Suk and Kwon Kim

The same-aged actors may be mistaken for each other sometimes, but they still began their careers in different paths. Lee Jong Suk was the youngest male model to participate in Seoul Fashion Week while Kwon debuted with his role in the 2013 movie "Days of Rath."

Kwon Kim  is poseing for the TV Chosun Special Drama 'Leverage: Fraud Operations Group'.
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Kwon Kim is notable for his role in "He Is Psychometric," "Leverage" and "Rookie Cops." He also made a special participation in the Son Ye Jin-led melodrama "Thirty-Nine."

Meanwhile, Lee Jong Suk currently stars in the newly-debuted legal-thriller series "Big Mouth." He headlines the drama, alongside esteemed actors Im YoonA, Kwak Dong Yeon, Kim Joo Hun, Yang Kyung Won, Ok Ja Hyeon and more.

14. Park Hyung Sik and Ji Sung

Before his acting career, Park Hyung Sik debuted as an idol in boy group ZE: A. Now that he's snatched a few leading roles, his fans can't seem to unsee veteran actor Ji Sung when they watch him on the small screens.

After his discharge from the military, Park Hyung Sik starred in the zombie thriller drama "Happiness," alongside Han Hyo Joo. He also co-starred with Han So Hee in the web drama "Soundtrack #1".

Currently, he appears in the "In The Soop: Friendship Trip" with real-life buddies Park Seo Joon, BTS V, Peakboy and Choi Woo Shik.

READ ALSO: Ji Sung Is Back! 'Adamas' Unveils Poster Featuring Charismatic Actor

Meanwhile, Ji Sung's new drama "Adamas" finally premiered on July 27. Here, he takes on two roles, and stars alongside Seo Ji Hye, Heo Sung Tae, Lee Kyung Young, and more.

15. Shin Hye Sun and Gong Hyo Jin

For many K-drama nuts, Shin Hye Sun and Gong Hyo Jin look like sisters because of their similar features.

Shin Hye Sun starred in the megahit comedy drama "Mr. Queen." She is slated to star in the webtoon-based series "See You in My 19th Life."

Gong Hyo Jin captivated hearts, alongside Kang Ha Neul, with their romance drama "When the Camellia Blooms" in 2019. She will headline the sci-fi drama "Ask the Stars" in 2023, along with Lee Min Ho.

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