Kim Ji-won
South Korean actress (born 1992)

Kim Ji-won
Kim in March 2025
Born (1992-10-19) October 19, 1992 (age 33)
Seoul, South Korea[1]
EducationDongguk University – Department of Theater and Film
OccupationActress
Years active2010 (2010)–present
AgentHighZium Studio
Korean name
Hangul
김지원
RRGim Jiwon
MRKim Chiwŏn
Websitehighziumstudio.com

Kim Ji-won (Korean: 김지원; born October 19, 1992) is a South Korean actress. She gained recognition through her roles in the television series The Heirs (2013) and Descendants of the Sun (2016), both written by Kim Eun-sook. She later established herself in leading roles in Fight for My Way (2017), Arthdal Chronicles (2019), My Liberation Notes (2022), and Queen of Tears (2024). These roles contributed to her prominence as a hallyu figure.[2][3]

Early life and education

Kim was born on October 19, 1992, in Geumcheon District, Seoul, South Korea. She is the youngest of two children and has an older sister who is two years her senior.[4] During her first year of junior high school, she spent nearly a year in Chicago, Illinois, United States, living with maternal relatives.[5] After returning to South Korea, she took the General Educational Development (GED) exam before entering high school.[4] In an interview, Kim stated that she is Christian and often spent Christmas at church, where she participated in musical accompaniment during services.[6]

In 2007, Kim was scouted on the street and signed with Lion Media, where she trained for three years in singing, dancing, and acting.[4][7] She was initially scheduled to debut as a singer under the stage name "JessicaK", but ultimately chose to pursue acting.[7] Following her acting debut in 2010, she enrolled in the Department of Theater and Film at Dongguk University in 2011.[4]

Career

2010–2012: Beginnings

Kim made her acting debut in the romance omnibus film Romantic Heaven.[7] She gained broader attention after appearing in the 2011 sitcom High Kick: Revenge of the Short Legged.[8] She later appeared in the musical drama What's Up.[9] Kim then starred in the high school series To the Beautiful You,[10] and portrayed a kidnapped student in the horror anthology film Horror Stories.[11]

2013–2016: Rising popularity and breakthrough

Kim at the press conference for Descendants of the Sun in 2016

In 2013, Kim appeared in the KBS Drama Special Waiting for Love.[12] She also starred in Horror Stories 2, portraying a student involved in black magic.[13] That year, she played an heiress in the teen drama The Heirs, written by Kim Eun-sook.[14] The series achieved over one billion views on Youku, contributing to increased recognition for her role.[15] Kim received the New Star Award at the 2013 SBS Drama Awards for her performance.[16]

In 2014, Kim portrayed a high school student and webtoon artist in the crime thriller Gap-dong.[17] She also appeared in a supporting role in the KBS Drama Special The Reason I'm Getting Married.[18] In December 2014, she signed an exclusive contract with King Kong Entertainment.[19]

In 2015, Kim starred alongside So Ji-sub in the romance web series One Sunny Day.[20] Later that year, she made a cameo appearance in the tvN drama Hidden Identity as the girlfriend of Kim Bum's character.[21]

In 2016, Kim reunited with writer Kim Eun-sook in the KBS2 military romance drama Descendants of the Sun, playing an army surgeon.[22] She won the Excellence Award at the 2016 KBS Drama Awards and the Best Supporting Actress award at the 5th APAN Star Awards for her performance.[23][24] The series recorded peak viewership ratings of 38.8% and won the Grand Prize – Television at the 52nd Baeksang Arts Awards.[25][26] Its international popularity increased Kim's overseas visibility.[27][28] That year, she co-hosted the 2016 KBS Drama Awards with Park Bo-gum and Jun Hyun-moo.[29]

2017–present: Leading roles

Kim at the 2017 KBS Drama Awards

In 2017, Kim starred in her first leading role in KBS2's romantic comedy drama Fight for My Way, portraying Choi Ae-ra, a department store information desk employee aspiring to become an announcer, alongside Park Seo-joon.[30] The series was noted for its portrayal of young adults facing career challenges and concluded with ratings of 13.8%.[31] Kim won the Excellence Award at the 2017 KBS Drama Awards for her performance.[32]

In 2018, Kim appeared in the period comedy-mystery film Detective K: Secret of the Living Dead, playing a woman with memory loss involved in an investigation.[33] That same year, Kim and her Descendants of the Sun co-star Jin Goo made cameo appearances in the historical drama Mr. Sunshine.[34]

In 2019, Kim starred in the historical fantasy drama Arthdal Chronicles as Tanya, spiritual leader of the Wahan tribe and the counterpart to Song Joong-ki's character.[35] The drama served as a reunion with Song, following their appearance in the 2016 series Descendants of the Sun.[36] In December 2019, Kim's contract with King Kong Entertainment expired, and she chose not to renew it.[37]

In February 2020, Kim signed with Salt Entertainment.[38] Later that year, she starred in Kakao TV's web series Lovestruck in the City alongside Ji Chang-wook.[39] To prepare for the role, she underwent surfing training and discussed overcoming childhood aquaphobia in interviews.[40][41]

In April 2022, Kim starred in the television series My Liberation Notes, portraying an introverted employee struggling to escape her monotonous life.[42][43] She was nominated for Best Actress – Television at the 59th Baeksang Arts Awards for her performance in the series.[44] In June 2022, Kim's contract with Salt Entertainment expired, and she chose not to renew it.[45] On September 29, 2022, she signed with HighZium Studio.[46]

Kim at the press conference for Queen of Tears in 2024

In 2024, Kim starred in the tvN drama Queen of Tears as Hong Hae-in, a chaebol heiress.[47] The series became the highest-rated tvN drama with a nationwide viewership of 24.9% for its finale.[48] It also remained in Netflix's Global Top 10 Non-English TV series rankings for 15 consecutive weeks.[49] Kim received the Prime Minister's Commendation at the Korean Popular Culture and Arts Awards,[50] and ranked third in Gallup Korea's Television Actor of the Year survey.[51]

Public image

Kim at the Queen of Tears wrap-up party

Following her appearance in To the Beautiful You, some media outlets referred to Kim as the "Nation's Little Sister", citing her character Seol Han-na's public reception.[52] After The Heirs, she received attention for her clear diction, earning the nickname "Diction Fairy" in Korean media.[53] Her aegyo scene in Fight for My Way gained attention on social media and inspired a dubbing challenge.[54][55]

In an interview with Cosmopolitan Korea, Kim stated that she prefers to keep her personal life private, saying, "I separate my work and personal life. I want viewers to focus solely on the character".[56] She is also known for her interest in reading and has participated in the "National Reading Campaign: Reading Korea" by recommending several books.[57]

Following her role in Queen of Tears, some media outlets referred to Kim as "Queen of Romantic Comedy" based on assessments of her performance.[58][59][60] Some Korean media also referred to Kim using the title "Queen of Hallyu." [61][62][63] Cultural critic Jeong Deok-hyeon described her as "beautiful and elegant," adding that she has maintained strong appeal as an actress.[64]

In April 2024, some media outlets reported that Kim is the only actor to have appeared in works written by all four prominent Korean drama screenwriters, collectively referred to by Korean media as the "Four Great Queens": Kim Eun-sook, Lim Sang-choon, Park Hae-young, and Park Ji-eun.[65]

In 2024, Kim ranked second in Gallup Korea's Favorite Television Actor and third in its Television Actor of the Year ranking.[51][66] That year, she ranked third on Cine21's list of "Actresses with Impressive Performances" and Yahoo Taiwan's "Top 10 Entertainment Figures of the Year".[67][68] In 2025, she ranked third in Gallup Korea's Television Actor of the Year ranking[69] and placed 23rd on Forbes Korea's Power Celebrity 40 list.[70]

Other ventures

Ambassadorship

On February 8, 2025, Kim was selected as the ambassador for Orange Run 2025, a charity marathon festival held in collaboration with the Korea Welfare Service and Hanwha General Insurance to celebrate International Women's Day.[71]

Endorsements

Kim attended the Bulgari event held in Seoul in 2024

In 2010, Kim made her debut as an endorser for LG Electronics' mobile phone brand Cyon Lollipop 2 alongside Bigbang.[72] From 2014 to 2017, she served as the brand muse for L'Oréal's skincare brand Dr.G.[73][74] In 2015, she was announced as an endorser for the British sportswear brand Lonsdale in the Chinese market.[75]

Following her appearance in Descendants of the Sun, Kim was referred to by media outlets as the "CF Queen" after securing endorsement deals with more than ten brands.[76]

In 2017, Kim was announced as an endorser for Kia Corporation's Kia Ray car.[77] From 2017 to 2021, she served as the global brand muse for the skincare brand Mediheal.[78] In 2018, she endorsed Hite Jinro's Japanese premium beer brand Kirin Ichiban Shibori.[79] In 2019, she endorsed Nongshim's Shin Ramyun[80] and Korea Ginseng Corporation's Cheong Kwan Jang Good Base.[81]

In 2024, during the airing of the drama Queen of Tears, Kim was announced as an endorser for Hanwha General Insurance and Lotte Chilsung's soju brand, Cheoeumcheoreom.[82] In the same year, she was named a global ambassador for LG Household & Health Care's luxury cosmetic brand, The Whoo.[83] She was also named as a brand ambassador for LVMH's luxury brand Bulgari, becoming its first Korean house ambassador for jewelry, watches, and perfume.[84] Later that year, she was announced as the brand muse for the jewelry brand Stonehenge[85] and named a Korean brand ambassador for the Italian luxury outerwear brand Duvetica.[86]

Philanthropy

In February 2014, Kim participated in the "Pink Wings" campaign, a social contribution project organized by Vogue Girl, with proceeds donated to support low-income families.[87] In November 2016, she participated in the "We Action" child protection campaign, which was organized by the Korean Committee for UNICEF.[88] In February 2020, she donated ₩20 million to World Share, an international relief and development NGO, to support medical staff and patients at Keimyung University Dongsan Hospital in Daegu during the COVID-19 pandemic.[89] In March 2020, she participated as a voice talent donor in MBC Radio's "Citizen Support Project", providing narration to support those affected by the COVID-19 pandemic.[90]

In June 2022, Kim volunteered to appear in Big Issue, a magazine supporting the housing vulnerable. She stated, "I learned that it was a magazine that helped the housing vulnerable become independent" and expressed her desire to participate after meeting one of its vendors.[91] In October 2024, she joined W Korea's "Love Your W" campaign to raise awareness about breast cancer.[92] In March 2025, she donated ₩50 million to the Hope Bridge National Disaster Relief Association to support wildfire victims in the Ulsan, Gyeongbuk, and Gyeongnam regions.[93]

Filmography

Film

Year Title Role Notes Ref.
2011 Romantic Heaven Choi Mi-mi [7]
2012 Horror Stories Kim Ji-won Segment: "Beginning" [11]
2013 Horror Stories 2 Sa Tan-hee Segment: "The Escape" [13]
2018 Detective K: Secret of the Living Dead Wol-young / Crown Princess [33]

Television series

Year Title Role Notes Ref.
2011 High Kick: Revenge of the Short Legged Kim Ji-won [8]
What's Up Park Tae-yi [9]
2012 To the Beautiful You Seol Han-na [10]
2013 Waiting for Love Choi Sae-rom KBS Drama Special [12]
The Heirs Yoo Rachel [14]
2014 The Reason I'm Getting Married Kim Ji-young KBS Drama Special [18]
Gap-dong Ma Ji-wool [17]
2015 Hidden Identity Min Tae-hee Cameo (Episodes 1–2, 9–10) [21]
2016 Descendants of the Sun Yoon Myung-joo [22]
2017 Fight for My Way Choi Ae-ra [30]
2018 Mr. Sunshine Hui-jin Cameo (Episode 1) [34]
2019 Arthdal Chronicles Tan-ya Season 1 [35]
2020–2021 Lovestruck in the City Lee Eun-oh / Yoon Seon-ah [39]
2022 My Liberation Notes Yeom Mi-jeong [42]
2024 Queen of Tears Hong Hae-in [47]
2026 Doctor X: Age of the White Mafia Gye Su-jeong [94]

Web series

Year Title Role Ref.
2014 One Sunny Day Kim Ji-ho [20]

Hosting

Year Title Notes Ref.
2016 30th KBS Drama Awards With Jun Hyun-moo and Park Bo-gum [29]

Music video appearances

Year Title Artist Ref.
2008 "Gossip Boy" Younha [95]
2010 "Lollipop Pt. 2" BigBang [96]

Discography

Singles

Title Year Album Ref.
"Pick a Star from the Sky" 2010 OranC Commercial [97]
"Over the Rainbow" 2012 High Kick: Revenge of the Short Legged OST [98]

Accolades

Awards and nominations

Name of the award ceremony, year presented, category, nominee of the award, and the result of the nomination
Award ceremony Year Category Nominee / Work Result Ref.
APAN Star Awards 2016 Best Supporting Actress Descendants of the Sun Won [24]
2022 Excellence Award, Actress in a Miniseries My Liberation Notes Nominated [99]
2024 Top Excellence Award, Actress in a Miniseries Queen of Tears Nominated [100]
Asia Artist Awards 2016 Best Celebrity Award, Actress Descendants of the Sun Won [101]
Baeksang Arts Awards 2023 Best Actress – Television My Liberation Notes Nominated [44]
Brand of the Year Awards[A] 2024 Actress of the Year – TV Drama Queen of Tears Won [103]
Actress of the Year (Vietnam) Won
Elle Style Awards 2016 Young Icon Award Kim Ji-won Won [104]
Fundex Awards 2024 Best Actress – TV Drama Queen of Tears Won [105]
Global Film & Television Huading Awards 2023 Best Global Teleplay Leading Actress My Liberation Notes Nominated [106]
iMBC Awards[B] 2025 Best Actress Queen of Tears Won [108]
KBS Drama Awards 2016 Best Couple Award Kim Ji-won (with Jin Goo)
Descendants of the Sun 		Won [23]
Best New Actress Descendants of the Sun Won
Excellence Award, Actress in a Miniseries Won
2017 Best Couple Award Kim Ji-won (with Park Seo-joon)
Fight for My Way 		Won [32]
Excellence Award, Actress in a Miniseries Fight for My Way Won
Popularity Award, Actress Won
KBS World Global Fan Awards 2017 Best Couple Award Kim Ji-won (with Park Seo-joon)
Fight for My Way 		Won [109]
Korea Drama Awards 2019 Excellence Award, Actress Arthdal Chronicles Nominated [110]
2024 Best Couple Award Kim Ji-won (with Kim Soo-hyun)
Queen of Tears 		Won [111]
Popularity Award, Actress Kim Ji-won Won
Top Excellence Award, Actress Queen of Tears Nominated [112]
Korea First Brand Awards[C] 2025 Best Actress (Vietnam) Won [114]
MBC Entertainment Awards 2011 Best New Actress in a Sitcom High Kick: Revenge of the Short Legged Nominated [115]
SBS Drama Awards 2013 New Star Award The Heirs Won [16]
Seoul International Drama Awards 2018 Outstanding Korean Actress Fight for My Way Nominated [116]

State and cultural honors

Name of country or organization, year given, and name of honor
Country Organization Year Honor Ref.
South Korea Korean Popular Culture and Arts Awards 2025 Prime Minister's Commendation [50]

Listicles

Name of publisher, year listed, name of listicle, and placement
Publisher Year Listicle Placement Ref.
Cine21 2025 Actresses with Impressive Performance in 2024 3rd [67]
Forbes 2025 Korea Power Celebrity 40 23rd [70]
Gallup Korea 2024 Gallup Korea's Favorite Television Actor 2nd[D] [66]
2024 Gallup Korea's Television Actor of the Year 3rd [51]
2025 3rd [69]

Notes

  1. ^ The Brand of the Year Awards, established in 2003, is an annual ceremony recognizing outstanding brands based on the nationwide consumer surveys. It is hosted by the Korea Consumer Brand Committee and organized by the Korea Consumer Forum.[102]
  2. ^ The iMBC Awards, hosted by iMBC Entertainment, MBC Group's only entertainment news outlet, recognizes artists and actors for outstanding achievements in the entertainment industry.[107]
  3. ^ The Korea First Brand Awards, hosted by the Korea Consumer Brand Committee and the Korea Consumer Forum, selects its winners based on the nationwide survey conducted in South Korea.[113]
  4. ^ In the survey, Kim Ji-won tied with Namkoong Min, each receiving 2.9% of the votes.[66]

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