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Kim Ji-Won: South Korean Actress Biography and Career

Kim Ji-Won (Hangul: 김지원) is a prominent South Korean actress born on October 19, 1992. Over the years, she has gained widespread recognition for her performances in prominent television series and films within the South Korean entertainment industry.

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Kim Ji-Won profile portrait

Career and Notable Works

Kim Ji-Won began her career appearing in various commercials, music videos, and television dramas. She gradually built her portfolio through diverse roles across television and film.

Television Series

Her television credits span a wide range of popular dramas. Notable appearances include:

  • Queen of Tears (tvN / 2024) as Hong Hae-In
  • My Liberation Notes (JTBC / 2022) as Yeom Mi-Jeong
  • Lovestruck in the City (Kakao TV-Netflix / 2020-2021) as Lee Eun-O
  • Arthdal Chronicles (tvN / 2019) as Tanya
  • Fight for My Way (KBS2 / 2017) as Choi Ae-Ra
  • Descendants of the Sun (KBS2 / 2016) as Yoon Myeong-Joo
  • The Heirs (SBS / 2013) as Rachel Yoo
  • High Kick! 3 (MBC / 2011-2012) as Kim Ji-Won

Films

In addition to television dramas, Kim has appeared in several feature films:

  • Detective K: Secret of the Living Dead (2018) as Yeo-Joo
  • Horror Stories II (2013) as Sa Tan-Hee
  • Horror Stories (2012) as a kidnapped student
  • Romantic Heaven (2011) as Mimi

Awards and Recognition

Kim Ji-Won has received multiple accolades throughout her career for her acting performances. At the KBS Drama Awards, she earned recognition for her work in Descendants of the Sun (2016) and Fight for My Way (2017), receiving honors such as Excellent Actress in a Miniseries, Best New Actress, and Best Couple Awards. She also received the Best Supporting Actress award at the 5th APAN Star Awards in 2016 and the New Star Award at the 2013 SBS Drama Awards for her role in The Heirs.

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