K-dramas have captured the hearts of viewers with their compelling storylines, beautiful cinematography, and unforgettable characters. Certain mean school girl personas among these characters evoke strong reactions from viewers, striking a chord unlike any other. Whether she's the rich bully or the popular queen bee, these characters often serve as more than just villains and add depth and intrigue to the stories they inhabit.

Here are five mean schoolgirl characters that left a lasting impression on viewers long after the drama ended:

Park Yeon-jin (The Glory)

In Netflix’s hit drama series “The Glory,” Shin Ye-eun delivers a compelling performance as Young Yeon-jin, one of the most reviled characters in K-drama history. She led the group of delinquents who bullied and abused the protagonist, Moon Dong-eun, to the extent of burning her with a hair straightener.

Baek Ha-rin (Pyramid Game)

In "Pyramid Game," Jang Da-ah plays Baek Ha-rin, a manipulative bully. She is the princess of class 2-5 at Baekyeon Girls’ High School and the mastermind behind the pyramid game. It is like a popularity vote held once a month, and the student who receives an "F" is subjected to relentless bullying and school violence for the entire month.

Joo Seok Kyeong (The Penthouse)

Joo Seok Kyeong, played by Han Ji Hyun, is the queen bee of the rich kid squad in “The Penthouse.” She’s rude, arrogant, and a total bully. Even though she later finds redemption, her behavior remains deeply condemned by numerous viewers.

Kang So-young (School 2015)

Kang So-young, portrayed by actress Cho Soo-hyang, is one of the most infamous mean girls in K-drama history. In “School 2015,” she bullies the protagonist, Eun-bi, relentlessly. Her cunning and cruel behavior makes her a character viewers love to hate.

Kang Ye-seo (SKY Castle)

Kang Ye-seo, portrayed by Kim Hye-yoon, is the daughter of a wealthy family who stops at nothing to maintain her status as the top student. Ye-seo's ruthless competitiveness and manipulation of her peers and family members make her an unlikeable character in “SKY Castle.”

These characters may frustrate us, but they also contribute to the drama’s intensity and keep us hooked! Who do you think portrayed the mean girl character best?