Early Career Life
Kim Ji-won grew up as the younger of two sisters in a supportive family. In middle school, she was trained up as a backup singer. She was actually dreaming to be a backup singer. Followed by High school, she was scouted by a talent agency. The reason behind is the singing videos uploaded.
| Kim Ji-Won Birthday | Born October 19, 1992 |
| Place of birth | Geumcheon-gu, Seoul, South Korea |
| Height | 164cm |
| Blood type | A |
| Hobbies | Singing, yoga, watching movies, baking |
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| @geewonii |
When she growing up, she was more focus on acting. Kim choose to study at Dongguk University. However, she bravely paused her degree to go for her acting career full-time. Since then Kim start acting as a minor role in 2008, the film called Romantic Island (also known as Mrs. Cop). Her performance gained attention as “Oran C Girl” in a Lotte Chilsung commercial.
So people call her “Little Kim Tae-hee” for her blending into the actress. After all, her early TV career started with High Kick: Revenge of the Short-Legged (2011-2012). Being a very rebellious student, her acting is just so good to represent the character. Another breakout role is the Beautiful You (2012) as gymnast Seol Han-na.
Interview of Kim Ji-won: From the past to personal (Before Queen of Tears)
For real, it was The Heirs (2013) that catch everyone attention. As you should remember if you are her fans, she was playing the sharp-tongued heiress Yoo Rachel. The tough image of her character is slowly build up.
Top Kim Ji-won Dramas
- The Heirs (2013) – Her iconic mean-girl role as Yoo Rachel boosted her career.
- Descendants of the Sun (2016) – As army surgeon Yoon Myung-ju, she definitely won hearts alongside Song Joong-ki.
- Queen of Tears (2024) – Undoubtedly, a career-defining performance as Hong Hae-in. Her acting and chemistry with kim soo-hyun crazily impact the Kdrama world. Everyone just put their attention on her acting and Kim rapidly earning her widespread acclaim and a Baeksang nomination.
- Other notable works include Fight for My Way (2017), Arthdal Chronicles (2019), and My Liberation Notes (2022).
Kim Ji-won Net Worth in 2025
Estimated at $10-$15 million, Kim Ji-won’s wealth comes from her acting roles, endorsement deals with luxury brands like Dior and Tommy Hilfiger, and her growing international via Netflix.
Rumour reported her episode fee hit USD$80,000-$100,000 for Queen of Tears. As a top class actor, she quietly supporting children’s education programs through her agency, Salt Entertainment.
