K-Pop Idols-turned Musical Stars

Posted by kheadlines0 pt Wednesday, September 6, 2017

1. Super Junior's Kyuhyun

It's safe to now identify the Super Junior maknae as a musical actor since he's been promoting more on the musical stage. Kyu Hyun has starred in a number of musicals including "The Days," "Robin Hood" and "Werther," and "Mozart."

2. Highlight's Yoseob

Since debuting in the musical "Gwanghamun Sonata," Yoseob has become a recognized name in the musical world. He's appeared in several other productions including "Robin Hood" and "Cinderella." Most recently, he was cast as the lead in the musical "Those Days."

3. f(x)'s Luna

Luna was able to showcase her strong vocals and dance skills in the musical 'In the Heights." She's gone on to star in several others including "Legally Blonde," "Coyote Ugly," "High School Musical" and most recently, "Rebecca."

4. 2AM's Jo Kwon

Jo Kwon's animated gestures and powerful vocals perfectly suit the musical stage. Jo Kwon has appeared in several musicals including "Jesus Christ Superstar," "Priscilla" and "Chess." He especially garnered widespread attention for taking on the role of a gay drag queen in "Priscilla."

5. Girls Generation's Seohyun

Seohyun debuted in the musical world with the adaptation of the popular drama series "Moon Embracing the Sun." She's since debuted in several others, including "Gone with the Wind" and "Mamma Mia." Seohyun has even been dubbed the second Ok Joo Hyun.

6. S.E.S.'s Bada

Bada made her musical debut in the Korean remake of Andrew Lloyd Webber's "Tell Me on a Sunday." She then went on to play the role of Esmeralda in "Notre Dame de Paris," which won her the Best Newcomer Actress award. Bada is arguably one of the most prominent idol-turned musical actresses who's gone on to star in several major productions including "Mozart," "Broadway on 42nd Street," "200 Pounds Beauty," "Legally Blonde," and more.

7. Fin.K.L's Ok Joo Hyun

The main vocalist of Fin.K.L. first showed off her skills in the 2005 musical "Aida," where she was cast as the protagonist and even went on to win a rookie award. She's since appeared in a string of other productions, including "Elizabeth," "Chicago," and "Rebecca."

8. B1A4's Sandeul and CNU, ZE:A's Hyungsik

B1A4 members Sandeul and CNU starred in the musical "Three Musketeers" together. ZE:A member Hyungsik was also their co-star.

9. VIXX's Leo

After appearing in the musical "Full House," Leo was cast as a protagonist in "Mata Hari," based on the true events of a man who was accused of being a double-agent during World War I and was executed by the French. He's also a cast member of the musical "Monte Christo."

10. Fiestar's Linzy

Linzy first grabbed attention for her presence on the musical stage than as an idol group member. She debuted on the musical stage in 2013 in the remake of the American hit "High School Musical." She also starred in the musical "Best" and "Oh! Carol!."

11. INFINITE's Sunggyu

The INFINITE leader starred in the musical "All Shook Up," which tells the life story of music icon Elvis Presley. And with his powerful vocals and dance skills, Sunggyu earned the honor of playing no other than Elvis himself!

12. Jang Hyunseung

Jang Hyunseung was applauded for his performance as "Mozart" in the musical "Mozart." He was also cast as a lead in the musical "Bonnie & Clyde," which also starred SHINee's Key, Ze.A's Park Hyung Sik, and Kahi.

13. JYJ's Junsu

These days, you're most likely to catch this pop star on the musical stage. He debuted in the 2010 musical "Mozart" and earned high raves due to his excellent vocal, acting and dance skills. He's also appeared in "Tears of Heaven" and "Elizabeth." One internet survey selected him as the idol who was most likely to succeed as a musical actor.

14. Jessica Jung