
Biography of Im Ye-jin
Im Ye-jin, born Im Ki-hee on January 24, 1960, is a revered South Korean actress known for her significant contributions to the film and television industry. Gaining popularity in the 1970s, she became affectionately known as the original "Nation's Little Sister." Her breakout roles as a charming teenage student in various films and series endeared her to audiences, solidifying her status as a beloved figure in Korean entertainment.
Im reached the peak of her fame with the "Really Really" film trilogy, which includes hits like Never Forget Me, I Am Really Sorry, and I Really Really Like You. As she transitioned into adulthood, she continued to thrive in supporting roles on television, often portraying ajummas, aunts, or mothers. In a nostalgic turn, she reprised one of her iconic roles in a 2010 musical theatre adaptation of I Really Really Like You, showcasing her enduring talent and connection to her earlier work.
Im Ye-jin has been married to TV director and producer Choi Chang Wook since 1989 and is currently signed with YG Entertainment. Her career, spanning decades, reflects her versatility and dedication to her craft, making her a cherished figure in the landscape of Korean drama and film.
Known Dramas & Roles
Roles played in each title, with character context.
Frequent Co-Stars
Actors who shared a drama with Im Ye-jin.
Jang Yong장용2 shared titlesFull House · See and See Again
Lee Soon-jae이순재2 shared titlesMy Princess · See and See Again
Ahn Suk-hwan안석환1 shared titleBoys Over Flowers
Baek Sung-hyun백성현1 shared titleSee and See Again
Cha Hwa-yeon차화연1 shared titleMy Princess
Cha Tae-hyun차태현1 shared titleThe Producers
Choi Bool-am최불암1 shared titlePrincess Hours
Han Da-gam한다감1 shared titleFull House
Han Geu-ru한그루1 shared titleMarriage, Not Dating
Han Seon-hwa한선화1 shared titleMarriage, Not Dating
Heo Jung-min허정민1 shared titleMarriage, Not Dating
Huh Joon-ho허준호1 shared titleSee and See Again
Other Movies & TV Shows
Source: TMDB
Complete Filmography
All known credits for Im Ye-jin from TMDB.


