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Kim Jae-won (actor, born 2001)
South Korean actor (born 2001) From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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Kim Jae-won (born February 9, 2001) is a South Korean actor and model. He is known for his roles in Our Blues (2022), Stealer: The Treasure Keeper (2023), King the Land (2023), and Hierarchy (2024).[2][3]
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Early life and education
Kim was born on February 9, 2001, in Seoul, South Korea.[citation needed]
He graduated from high school at School of Performing Arts Seoul in Department of Theatre & Film.[4] He attended Chung-Ang University in Performance Film Creation department.[citation needed]
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2018–2021: Career beginning
Kim Jae-won made his debut as a fashion model in 2018,[5] and subsequently commencing his acting journey in 2021 with the Filipino-Korean web series Love From Home directed by Kristel Fulgar (a Filipino actress and singer), and later appearing in the series titled Romanced.[6][7]
2022–present: Rising popularity
In 2022, Kim made his notable appearance in the television drama Our Blues on tvN, portraying the character of a young Cha Seung-won. After playing the role he received immense adoration from the viewers and left a lasting impression.[8] Continuing to demonstrate his talent, he was then cast as the lead protagonist, Je Soo-oh, in the EBS television drama Fall For You. Excellently portraying the role of a beloved high school student, which he effectively embodied the image of first love.[9]
In the year 2023, an additional invitation was extended to him, presenting an opportunity to showcase his talent in the renowned television series Stealer: The Treasure Keeper on tvN. In this production, he assumed the role of Shin Chang-hoon, a former homicide detective.[10] Furthermore, he has made a recent appearance in the JTBC romantic comedy drama King the Land.[5]
In 2024, he took on the lead role for the first time in the original Netflix drama series Hierarchy as Kim Ri-an, alongside Roh Jeong-eui and Lee Chae-min, and will debut in the sageuk drama The Tale of Lady Ok.
In May 2025 Kim has been confirmed to play the role of Shin Soon-rok, love interest of Kim Yumi (Kim Go-eun) in 3rd season of Korean popular drama Yumi's Cells.[11]
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Filmography
Film
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Web series
Music video appearances
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