Get to Know the Many Faces of “Mask Girl”

Learn more about the Hallyu actresses behind the mask

Janelle Roa Cabrera-Paraiso

<div><br/></div><p>Recently, the suspense series “<strong>Mask Girl</strong>” has been creating a buzz around the internet. The webtoon-based Korean drama is garnering attention for its story, casting, and superb performances by the actresses who portrayed the character.</p><div><br/></div><p>Directed by <strong>Kim Yong Hoon</strong>, the 7-episode <strong>Netflix</strong> original follows the story of an office worker named <strong>Kim Mo Mi</strong>, who also works as a masked streamer by night. <strong>Lee Han Byul</strong>, the rookie actress who was cast in the thriller, seems like a perfect fit for the role as her resemblance with the comic character is too striking.</p><div style="text-align:center"><br/></div><div class="youtube-iframe"><iframe width="560" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/Gebl7um3jUg" title="YouTube video player" frameBorder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowfullscreen=""></iframe></div><br/><div><br/></div><p>Apart from Lee Han Byul, meanwhile, two other <em><a href="https://metro.style/people/celebrities/look-back-breakthrough-korean-kdrama-stars-of-2022/34677" target="_blank">Hallyu</a></em> stars embodied Mask Girl’s persona—South Korean singer <strong>Im Jin Ah</strong>, or mononymously known as <strong>Nana</strong>; and beauty queen-actress <strong>Go Hyun Jung</strong>. </p><div><span class="fr-img-caption fr-fic fr-dib" style="width:950px"><span class="fr-img-wrap"><img loading="lazy" src="https://assets-metrostyle.abs-cbn.com/prod/metrostyle/attachments/b84b3f71-85c7-49a9-835a-75396f59e764_mask girl .png" style="width:950px" class="fr-fic fr-dib" alt="Get to Know the Many Faces of “Mask Girl”"/></span></span></div><div><br/></div><div><strong>Scroll down and read on to know more about the stellar trio:</strong></div><div><span class="fr-img-caption fr-fic fr-dib" style="width:950px"><span class="fr-img-wrap"><img loading="lazy" src="https://assets-metrostyle.abs-cbn.com/prod/metrostyle/attachments/a3dddca9-0bfc-4c65-828f-5a20f6f567c3_mask girl 1.jpg" style="width:950px" class="fr-fic fr-dib" alt="Get to Know the Many Faces of “Mask Girl”"/></span></span></div><div><br/></div><div><strong>Lee Han Byul</strong></div><p>“Mask Girl” is truly a memorable piece of Lee Han Byul’s entertainment career as the show marks her acting debut. Netizens can’t help but notice the 31-year-old rookie star due to her features matching the webtoon illustration. </p><div><br/></div><p>Lee Han Byul is currently signed with <strong>Ace Factory</strong> on an exclusive contract. She plays the character of the online streamer Kim Mo Mi, who later encountered an unexpected event that changed the course of her life forever. </p><div><span class="fr-img-caption fr-fic fr-dib" style="width:950px"><span class="fr-img-wrap"><img loading="lazy" src="https://assets-metrostyle.abs-cbn.com/prod/metrostyle/attachments/0377d1e7-d313-4497-8a9b-6a33fe386894_mask girl 2.png" style="width:950px" class="fr-fic fr-dib" alt="Get to Know the Many Faces of “Mask Girl”"/></span></span></div><div><br/></div><div><strong>Im Jin Ah/Nana</strong></div><p>After committing a crime, Kim Mo Mi decided to spend a handsome amount of money for her plastic surgery. She then continues to live her life as a showgirl. Im Jin Ah, or Nana, brings into being this new and physically-improved version of the character. </p><div><br/></div><p>Prior to acting, Nana debuted as a member of K-pop groups <strong>After School</strong> and its subunit <strong>Orange Caramel</strong>. She started as an actress in 2014, and has since become part of various Korean content like “<strong>Fashion King</strong>,” “<strong>Into the Ring</strong>,” and “<strong>The Swindlers</strong>.”</p><div><br/></div><p>Nana also personified an alien chaser character named <strong>Heo Bo Ra</strong> in Netflix’s supernatural comedy series “<strong>Glitch</strong>.” Here, she starred alongside <em>Hallyu</em> breakout star <strong><a href="https://metro.style/people/celebrities/about-korean-actress-jeon-yeo-been/29380" target="_blank">Jeon Yeo Been</a></strong>. </p><div><span class="fr-img-caption fr-fic fr-dib" style="width:950px"><span class="fr-img-wrap"><img loading="lazy" src="https://assets-metrostyle.abs-cbn.com/prod/metrostyle/attachments/c49b6b8d-92de-470e-9818-daff60730106_mask girl 3.png" style="width:950px" class="fr-fic fr-dib" alt="Get to Know the Many Faces of “Mask Girl”"/></span></span></div><div><br/></div><div><strong>Go Hyun Jung</strong></div><p>Go Hyun Jung is the last actress who appeared in the genre-bending Korean drama. She takes on the role of Kim Mo Mi as a prisoner, who was convicted behind bars due to her involvement in a murder case. </p><div><br/></div><p>Before being an actress, Go Hyun Jung first rose to recognition as a runner-up in the Miss Korea pageant in 1989. Later on, she starred in the high-rated and critically acclaimed television drama “<strong>Sandglass</strong>.” </p><div><br/></div><p>Lead photos courtesy of <strong>Netflix</strong></p><div><strong>Related Story: </strong><a href="/people/celebrities/ji-chang-wook-and-wi-ha-joon-in-the-worst-of-evil/36122" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Ji Chang Wook and Wi Ha Joon’s Upcoming Series “The Worst of Evil” Released Its First Poster</a></div><div><strong>Related Story: </strong><a href="/people/celebrities/cast-members-of-netflix-s-burn-the-house-down/35964" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Meet the Cast Members of “Burn the House Down”</a></div><div><strong>Related Story: </strong><a href="/people/celebrities/korean-stars-cameos-in-netflix-series-celebrity/35905" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">All The Celebrity Cameo Appearances In Netflix’s “Celebrity”</a></div>

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Get to Know the Many Faces of “Mask Girl”

Get to Know the Many Faces of “Mask Girl”

Janelle Roa Cabrera-Paraiso

Published Aug 22, 2023 10:52 AM PHT

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Updated Aug 23, 2023 09:14 AM PHT

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