Just like their male counterparts, these drama actresses opted to change their real names as they entered the Korean entertainment industry. Never knew that your fave leading lady actually had a different name given at birth? Well, you're not alone! Scroll down to know which Korean actresses use ~screen names~:

Son Ye Jin

Real name: Son Eon Jin

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Choi Ji Woo

Real Name: Choi Mi Hyang

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Jun Ji Hyun

Real name: Wang Ji Hyun

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Suzy

Real name: Bae Su Ji

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IU

Real name: Lee Ji Eun

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Shin Min Ah

Real name: Yang Min A

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Ha Ji Won

Real name: Jeon Hae Rim

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Min Hyo Rin

Real name: Jung Eun Ran

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