Kim Yeo-jin

Kim Yeo-jin is a South Korean actress famous for strong women, sharp villains and warm mothers. Born on 24 June 1972 in Masan, she has acted on stage and screen for thirty years. Global fans know her as the fearless Choi Myung-hee in Vincenzo.

Early life

Kim Yeo-jin made her stage debut in 1995 and moved into films soon after. She appeared in early art films such as Girls' Night Out and Peppermint Candy (2000), which are now seen as classics of Korean cinema. Her deep voice and honest face made her stand out from the start.

Career and breakthrough

She worked with director Im Kwon-taek in Chi-hwa-seon (2002), a film shown at the Cannes Film Festival. On television, she reached a wide audience in Jewel in the Palace (2003), playing Jang-deok, a skilled woman doctor in the royal court. The drama became a worldwide Korean wave classic.

Popular roles

In Vincenzo (2021), she played Choi Myung-hee, a former prosecutor who becomes a ruthless lawyer for a corrupt company. Her cold smile and comic timing made the villain unforgettable. She also played a memorable mother role in Itaewon Class (2020) and keeps appearing in dramas as judges, doctors and strong mothers.

Recent work

Kim Yeo-jin is also known as a thoughtful public voice who speaks about social issues with care. As an actress, she remains in high demand for roles that need power and truth. Every new project benefits from her long experience and fearless style. Fans of all ages respect her as one of the finest character actresses in Korea today.