Kang Han-na, the talented and captivating South Korean actress, has left a lasting impression on audiences with her versatile and emotional performances, ranging from historical dramas to romantic comedies, always bringing depth and authenticity to each character.
Love and Sacrifice
A major turning point in Kang Han-na’s career came with the hit historical drama Moon Lovers: Scarlet Heart Ryeo. She played Hwangbo Yeon-hwa, a beautiful yet ambitious princess caught in a tragic web of love and duty.
Through her subtle and nuanced acting, Kang Han-na vividly portrayed Yeon-hwa’s inner turmoil and conflicting emotions, leaving audiences captivated by the heartbreaking mix of love, obligation, and sacrifice.
Although Yeon-hwa was a controversial character, Korean drama forums praised her as an “unforgettable villain,” owing to Kang Han-na’s layered performance. The role earned her a nomination for Best New Actress – Television at the 2017 Baeksang Arts Awards.
A Touching Sisterhood
In the romantic business-themed drama Start-Up, Kang Han-na played Won In-jae, a successful but aloof venture capitalist. What endeared her to fans, however, was her touching sibling relationship with her younger sister Seo Dal-mi (played by Bae Suzy).
The strong chemistry between the two actresses brought a genuine and heartfelt sisterly bond to life, adding emotional depth to the story and making Kang Han-na’s character all the more endearing.
Healing and Hope
Just Between Lovers (also known as Rain or Shine) is a deeply emotional series about two people connected by the same tragedy.
Lee Gang-doo, once a promising soccer player, lost his dreams after a horrific accident claimed 48 lives, including his father. With his body permanently injured and his spirit broken, he struggles to find direction.
Ha Moon-soo, meanwhile, carries the pain of losing her younger sister in the same accident. Haunted by guilt and sorrow, she withdraws from the world.
Fate brings Gang-doo and Moon-soo together, and through empathy, they gradually heal, rediscover hope, and find love. Set against the backdrop of a redevelopment project on the site of the disaster, the drama explores how confronting the past can lead to resilience and renewal.
While the show sparked mixed opinions due to its heavy tone and slower pacing, many viewers praised this as a strength—adding realism and emotional impact. It holds strong ratings of 8.1–8.2/10 on IMDb and MyDramaList.
A Fateful Choice
In the family melodrama Familiar Wife (2018), Kang Han-na took on a pivotal role alongside Ji Sung and Han Ji-min.
Ji Sung played Cha Joo-hyuk, a man married to Seo Woo-jin (Han Ji-min) for five years. Their marriage had grown strained under the pressures of everyday life. In a surprising twist, Joo-hyuk travels back in time and chooses to marry his first love—Lee Hye-won, played by Kang Han-na.
Yet fate still binds Joo-hyuk and Woo-jin together, forcing them to confront their mistakes and rediscover their love. With her refined performance, Kang Han-na infused Hye-won with charm and emotional depth, adding weight to the drama’s themes of love, regret, and destiny.
The series received positive and steady ratings—around 7.7/10 on IMDb and 8.1/10 on MyDramaList.
A Broken Heart
In Bloody Heart (2022), Kang Han-na portrayed Yoo Jung, a woman consumed by passionate yet painful love. She falls deeply for Lee Tae (Lee Joon), a young king entangled in power struggles and political intrigue.
Yoo Jung’s love is both intense and tragic. She witnesses Lee Tae’s transformation from a warm-hearted young man into a suspicious, cold ruler. Despite the heartbreak, she remains steadfast, protecting both the man she loves and his throne.
Her radiant smile and hopeful gaze shone brightly amid the drama’s dark and tense atmosphere, offering a glimpse of the strength that love can bring. Kang Han-na delivered a compelling performance, capturing Yoo Jung’s journey from a lovestruck girl to a determined woman of sacrifice, making it one of her most memorable roles.
The drama was warmly received, earning 8.2/10 on MyDramaList and 7.3–7.4/10 on IMDb, while TV ratings climbed from 6.3% to nearly 9%, proving its strong audience appeal.
