Oh Na-ra: Age, Husband, Career & Dramas
If you’ve watched a K-drama in the last few years, you’ve probably seen Oh Na-ra — she’s the kind of actress who makes a supporting role unforgettable. From the emotionally tangled My Mister to the fantasy epic Alchemy of Souls, she brings a grounded presence that elevates every scene.
Born: October 26, 1974 ·
Age (2024): 49 ·
Debut Year: 1996 ·
Known For: Alchemy of Souls, My Mister
Quick snapshot
- Birth date: October 26, 1974 per Wikipedia (online encyclopedia)
- Debut year: 1996 in musical Simcheong per Apple TV (streaming service)
- Exact birth year — IMDb (film database) says 1977, most other profiles say 1974
- Marital status and children — no public confirmation
- 1996: Theatre debut per Apple TV (streaming service) → 2018: My Mister per Wikipedia (online encyclopedia) → 2021: Perhaps Love per IMDb (film database) → 2022: Alchemy of Souls per The Movie Database (community-maintained database)
- Reportedly cast in The Nice Guy (2025) per IMDb (film database) — reference page
The key-facts table below separates what multiple public databases agree on from the one unresolved detail.
| Full Name | Oh Na-ra |
|---|---|
| Birth Date | October 26, 1974 Wikipedia (online encyclopedia) |
| Age (2024) | 49 |
| Nationality | South Korean |
| Profession | Actress |
| Debut Year | 1996 Apple TV (streaming service) |
| Known For | My Mister (2018), Alchemy of Souls (2022), Perhaps Love (2021) |
| Birthplace | Seoul, South Korea The Movie Database (community-maintained database) |
How old is Oh Na-ra?
Most public profiles — including Wikipedia (online encyclopedia), AsianWiki, MyDramaList, and Famous Birthdays — agree that Oh Na-ra was born on October 26, 1974. This would make her 49 years old as of 2024. However, IMDb (film database) lists her birth year as 1977, creating a direct contradiction that has not been resolved by any official statement. The 1974 date appears across at least six sources, so it is the more commonly accepted answer.
Wikipedia and several other profile databases list Oh Na-ra’s birth date as October 26, 1974.
The implication: Oh Na-ra’s age depends on which database a reader trusts, and the discrepancy has not been settled.
What is Oh Na-ra known for?
Oh Na-ra is a South Korean actress whose career began in musical theatre long before she became a familiar face on television Wikipedia (online encyclopedia). Her transition from stage to screen makes her one of the more quietly versatile performers in the industry.
Apple TV records that Oh Na-ra began her career in 1996 by joining the Seoul Performing Arts Company.
Notable K-drama roles
- My Mister (2018) — Her portrayal of a weary office worker brought warmth and depth to the critically acclaimed drama. AsianWiki
- Alchemy of Souls (2022) — She played a supporting role in this fantasy hit that became a global phenomenon. The Movie Database (community-maintained database)
- Perhaps Love (2021) — A film role that showcased her emotional range. IMDb (film database)
- Racket Boys (2021) — A sports-themed drama where she played a supportive mother. AsianWiki
Six key titles tie her to the same cluster of career-defining TV dramas, reinforcing her reputation as a reliable supporting actress across multiple sources.
Why this matters: Oh Na-ra’s filmography shows a deliberate move from theater to screen, and her consistent casting in high-profile productions points to a steady demand for her particular blend of gravitas and warmth.
Are Kim Do-hoon and Oh Na-ra married?
Despite occasional online speculation, there is no verifiable public evidence that Oh Na-ra is married to Kim Do-hoon or anyone else. Her marital status remains private.
Who is Kim Do-hoon?
Kim Do-hoon is a South Korean actor Wikipedia (online encyclopedia), but no credible source links the two romantically. Oh Na-ra has not discussed her personal life in interviews, and no marriage records have surfaced in public databases.
Because Oh Na-ra keeps her private life off the record, any claim about her spouse or partner is speculation. Until she or a credible source confirm otherwise, the answer to “Is she married?” is simply: unknown.
The catch: public curiosity about Oh Na-ra’s personal life has not produced any documentation, so the only accurate status remains “unconfirmed.”
What TV shows has Oh Na-ra appeared in?
Her television career took off after moving away from musicals. The following list compiles her most notable appearances.
Notable K-dramas
- Yong Pal (2015) Wikipedia (online encyclopedia) — television credits
- Hyde, Jekyll, Me (2015) AsianWiki
- Flowers of the Prison (2016)
- Man to Man (2017)
- The Lady in Dignity (2018)
- Sky Castle (2018-2019)
- Alchemy of Souls (2022)
Other appearances
- Chip In (2020) The Movie Database (community-maintained database)
- Guest roles in multiple series covered by her TMDB profile with over 51 credited works. The Movie Database (community-maintained database) — credits
The pattern: From 2015 onward, Oh Na-ra maintained a steady cadence of one to two drama roles per year, demonstrating reliable demand in the industry.
What movies has Oh Na-ra appeared in?
Her filmography is smaller but includes a few notable titles.
Filmography
- Perhaps Love (2021) — romantic drama co-starring Kim Dong-wook. IMDb (film database) — reference page
- Men of Plastic (also listed on AsianWiki) AsianWiki
- Other minor film roles per AsianWiki and IMDb (film database) — reference page.
Most of her public credits are concentrated in television, with occasional film appearances that have not yet broken into major box office hits.
For an actress with 51 credited works (per The Movie Database (community-maintained database) — credits), moving into movies could raise her profile, but it would mean leaving the TV format where she has built her reputation. So far, she has chosen steady TV work rather than the gamble of a film lead.
The pattern: Oh Na-ra’s theatrical background has made television her primary showcase, while film remains a side pursuit rather than a career pivot.
Timeline: Oh Na-ra’s career in stages
- 1996 — Joins Seoul Performing Arts Company and debuts in musical Simcheong. Apple TV (streaming service)
- 2004 — Begins playing main leads in creative musicals, including I Love You. Apple TV (streaming service)
- 2018 — Stars in My Mister, a career-defining drama. Wikipedia (online encyclopedia)
- 2021 — Appears in film Perhaps Love and drama Racket Boys. IMDb (film database) — reference page
- 2022 — Featured in hit fantasy drama Alchemy of Souls. The Movie Database (community-maintained database)
- Reportedly 2025 — Cast in The Nice Guy per IMDb (film database).
The pattern: each stage of Oh Na-ra’s career added a new audience — theatre first, then prime-time drama, then global streaming.
What’s confirmed and what’s unclear
Confirmed facts
- Birth date October 26 (year per Wikipedia: 1974) Wikipedia (online encyclopedia)
- Debut year 1996 in Simcheong Apple TV (streaming service)
- Key roles in My Mister, Alchemy of Souls, Perhaps Love per Wikipedia (online encyclopedia) — filmography and IMDb (film database)
- Total credited works: 51 (per TMDB) The Movie Database (community-maintained database) — credits
What’s unclear
- Exact birth year: IMDb says 1977, most others say 1974 IMDb (film database)
- Marital status and children — no public information
- Height, awards won, net worth
- Personal website or active social media accounts
The split between confirmed and unclear mirrors the source landscape: databases agree on Oh Na-ra’s career dates, but personal details remain outside the public record.
Summary: The quiet backbone of Korean drama
Oh Na-ra has built a career on reliability rather than headlines. She entered the industry through musical theatre — a path that gave her stage discipline — and gradually transitioned to television, where she has become a familiar supporting face in some of the most talked-about K-dramas of the last decade. The biggest open question – her exact birth year – remains unresolved, but the majority of databases side with 1974. For any fans in the Singapore region looking to explore her work, the easiest entry points are My Mister (available on Netflix) and Alchemy of Souls (available on Netflix and iQIYI). For a viewer with limited time, the choice is clear: start with Oh Na-ra in My Mister, or miss one of the finest ensemble performances in recent Korean television.
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Frequently asked questions
What is Oh Na-ra’s full name?
Oh Na-ra is her full name in Western order; in Korean order it is Na-ra Oh.
What is Oh Na-ra’s nationality?
South Korean, born in Seoul. The Movie Database (community-maintained database)
What was Oh Na-ra’s first musical?
Simcheong (1996). Apple TV (streaming service)
What role made Oh Na-ra popular?
While she had many roles, her performance in My Mister (2018) is frequently cited as her breakout TV moment. Wikipedia (online encyclopedia)
Does Oh Na-ra appear in any international productions?
Not yet; all her credits to date are South Korean productions.
The questions above cover the most common public queries about Oh Na-ra, and the answers reflect the limits of currently available public records.
- Wikipedia (online encyclopedia) — main biography
- Wikipedia (online encyclopedia) — filmography
- Wikipedia (online encyclopedia) — television credits
- Apple TV (streaming service)
- IMDb (film database)
- IMDb (film database) — reference page
- The Movie Database (community-maintained database)
- The Movie Database (community-maintained database) — credits
- AsianWiki
- MyDramaList
- Famous Birthdays
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