The formidable combination of Yoona, IU, and Suzy is expected to continue the legacy of Kim Tae Hee, Song Hye Kyo, and Jeon Ji Hyun.
Kim Tae Hee, Song Hye Kyo, and Jeon Ji Hyun have all enjoyed immense popularity throughout the changing times, and astonishingly, there are 3 actresses who seem to continue their legacy. In particular, they firmly hold their positions as top stars, firmly rooted in the entertainment industry.
When it comes to a powerful trio that share the common traits of natural beauty and overflowing charm, Yoona, IU, and Suzy are names that cannot be ignored. They have transcended generations, capturing the hearts of the public as the “nation’s little sisters,” and have grown into respected next-generation stars.
In particular, Yoona, IU, and Suzy are similar in that they boast a wide range of activities. While initially gaining recognition as singers, the stage was too small to showcase the three’s abundant talents. They are “all-rounder” entertainers who have achieved success as Girls’ Generation, solo artist, and Miss A, reaching the top in music and later venturing into acting, dominating both the small and big screens.
Yoona, IU, and Suzy have already earned the title of accomplished actresses, possessing “life works” at a young age. Similar to Kim Tae Hee, Song Hye Kyo, and Jeon Ji Hyun, they continue to make their mark as “all-time legends.”
Yoona
Yoona established herself as the “visual center” of the nation’s girl group, Girls’ Generation, and solidified her position as a “box office queen.” Through the daily drama “You Are My Destiny” (2008), Yoona achieved the highest viewership rating of 43% and embarked on a successful acting career. Her film debut, “Confidential Assignment” (2017), attracted 7.81 million viewers, while her first leading role in “Exit” (2019) drew an impressive audience of 9.42 million.
Last year, Yoona continued to make waves on both the big and small screens with “Confidential Assignment 2: International” (6.98 million viewers) and the drama “Big Mouth.” She received the Best Supporting Actress award at the 58th Grand Bell Awards and consecutively won the Popular Star Award at the Blue Dragon Film Awards for two years. At the 2022 MBC Drama Awards, she won the Best Actress award in the miniseries category.
This year, she aims to secure the position of “rom-com queen” through the JTBC weekend drama “King the Land”. In the drama, Yoona plays the character Cheon Sa Rang, a hotelier who becomes entangled in a romantic relationship with Lee Jun Ho’s character, Goo Won. With her professional demeanor as a kind hotel employee and her unique, lovable personality, she has already captured the audience’s attention in just two episodes. The first episode achieved a viewership rating of 5.1% on the 17th, and the second episode soared to 7% on the 18th, with real-time rating already surpassing 10%.
Furthermore, Yoona is expected to captivate audiences with her role as Jeong Seon Ji, a character with an extraordinary twist in the film “2 O’Clock Date”, where she will reunite with “Exit” director Lee Sang Geun.
IU
Debuting as a singer, IU is also thriving as an actress. She has captured the audience with her acting skills that create deep resonance, just like her self-composed songs.
She has appeared in dramas such as “Producer” (2015), “Moon Lovers: Scarlet Heart Ryeo” (2016), and “Hotel Del Luna” (2019). In 2018, she got herself a legendary role in “My Mister.” IU has consistently demonstrated her power to build a dedicated fan base with each work.
IU is also making her mark in the film industry. Last year, IU made her big screen debut in Hirokazu Koreeda’s film “Broker.” With this film, she achieved the honor of entering the 75th Cannes Film Festival, becoming the first singer-turned-actor to compete in the main section.
In the recently released film “Dream,” IU collaborated with director Lee Byung Heon and challenged the comedy genre, showcasing a wide range of acting skills. In the second half of the year, she will reveal a different side of herself in Netflix’s new drama “You Have Done Well.”
In particular, IU’s reunion with director Kim Won Seok, who played a significant role in shaping her current identity as an actress, raises expectations for another life-changing drama.
Suzy
Suzy’s acting debut was exceptional from the beginning. In 2010, she faced controversy regarding her acting skills in the drama “Dream High,” but she had a brilliant start.
Subsequently, in 2012, her first film “Architecture 101” crowned her as the “Nation’s First Love,” receiving widespread love from the public.
Suzy has since built up her filmography with movies such as “The Sound of a Flower” (2015), “Ashfall” (2019), and dramas like “Gu Family Book” (2013), “Uncontrollably Fond” (2016), “While You Were Sleeping” (2017), “Vagabond” (2019), and “Start-Up” (2020).
Suzy did not settle for being the “Nation’s First Love” and continuously challenged herself in various genres such as historical dramas, contemporary dramas, fantasy, and melodrama.
Last year, Suzy delivered a praiseworthy performance in Coupang Play’s original series “Anna”. Viewers complimented her and critics showered her with accolades.
With her acting skills reaching new heights, Suzy has confirmed consecutive projects and is embarking on an extensive journey. In the upcoming Netflix original series “Doona!,” she will undergo a radical transformation as a retired idol, following up on her captivating performance in “Anna.”
Furthermore, Suzy is scheduled to make a cinema comeback this year in the movie “Wonderland” directed by Kim Tae Yong.
Recently, she made headlines with news of her appearance in the drama “It Will Come True.” The drama brings together the hitmaker writer Kim Eun Sook and director Lee Byung Heon, reuniting Suzy with Kim Woo Bin after 7 years since “Uncontrollably Fond.”
YoonA, IU, and Suzy are true entertainers with versatile charms. They have both visuals and talent. They are the ultimate trio of the 2020s. All drama, film, and advertising companies desire to work with them the most.
If Yoona, IU, and Suzy continue to diligently build their careers as they are now, it’s no exaggeration to say they can become superstars on par with Tae-Hye-Ji.
Source: ize.
