Bae Na Ra
Actor who played LGBT deserter in D.P. 2 bae nara

Bae Na Ra

배나라
  • Korean Name:배나라
  • Birthday:January 4, 1991
  • Nationality:South Korean
  • Zodiac Sign:Capricorn
  • Height:185 cm
  • Weight:72
  • Blood Type:AB
  • Occupation:Actress / Actor
  • Years Active:2013-Present
  • Agency:YYEntertainment
  • Education:Seoul Comprehensive Arts and Practical School
  • SNS:Instagram: @narajangvvv

Biography

Bae Na-ra is a South Korean singer, musical theatre actor, and screen actor. He is known for his versatile stage performances in major musicals and for his expanding career in television dramas, where he has drawn attention for memorable roles in series including D.P. Season 2, Evilive, Weak Hero Class 2, Tastefully Yours, and Would You Marry Me?

Early Life and Education

Bae Na-ra was born on January 4, 1991, in South Korea. He studied musical theatre, graduating from the Seoul Institute of the Arts – Musical Theatre Department, where he developed his performance skills and theatrical foundation.

Career

Musical Theatre (2013–2022)

Bae Na-ra began his entertainment career in 2013 with the musical PROMIS, making his professional debut on the stage. Over the next decade, he became a well-established musical actor, appearing in numerous productions across a wide range of genres, including Zorro (2014), Jack the Ripper (2016), Rebecca (2017), Kinky Boots (2018), Grease (2019), West Side Story (2022), and The Evil Dead (2024). His roles showcased his vocal talent, dance ability, and dramatic versatility.

Transition to Screen (2023–Present)

In 2023, Bae transitioned from stage to screen acting, gaining broader public recognition with his appearance in D.P. Season 2 (Netflix), where he portrayed Jang Sung-min, a deserter featured in a character-driven cameo. He followed this with a role in Evilive (ENA/Genie TV) in the same year.

In 2025, Bae’s television profile expanded significantly with several lead and supporting roles: he played Na Baek-jin in Weak Hero Class 2 (Netflix), Han Sun-woo in Tastefully Yours (ENA/Genie TV), and Baek Sang-hyun in Would You Marry Me? (SBS). He also made a guest appearance in The Manipulated (Disney+) during that year.

Awards and Recognition

In 2025, Bae Na-ra was honored at the DFX OTT Awards (Daejeon Special FX Film Festival) with an acting award for his work in Tastefully Yours, and he was nominated for Best New Actor at the Korea Drama Awards for his roles in Weak Hero Class 2 and Tastefully Yours.

Relationship

Actors Bae Na Ra and Han Jae Ah have officially confirmed that they are in a romantic relationship, evolving from colleagues into a couple.

According to reports on January 30 2026, the two have been quietly dating for a long time, growing closer after working together on various theatrical stages. Their shared passion for performance, music, and supporting each other’s craft has highlighted them as a model actor couple in the industry.

The pair have appeared together in several musical productions, including Grease and Rappaccini’s Garden, where their chemistry and mutual encouragement were noted by fans.

Fun Facts

  1. Before becoming widely known on screen, Bae Na-ra spent over 10 years as a musical theatre actor, performing in large-scale productions such as Kinky Boots, Rebecca, and West Side Story.
  2. He is a professionally trained singer, with strong live vocal ability developed through musical theatre
  3. He gained mainstream attention in his 30s, proving that actors can successfully transition from stage to screen later in their careers.
  4. His appearance in D.P. Season 2 significantly boosted public recognition and opened doors to multiple OTT projects.
  5. ans often describe him as a “slow-burn actor” - steadily building credibility rather than chasing instant fame.