Uhm Ji-won

Actor

Uhm Ji-won

엄지원
1977-12-25 · Daegu, South Korea
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1 drama
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About this actor

Uhm Ji-won is a prominent South Korean actress born on December 25, 1977. She began her career in the entertainment industry as a model for Johnson & Johnson in the late 1990s before making her acting debut in 1998 with the television show "Vector Man." Uhm gained recognition in the early 2000s, appearing in various television dramas and films, including her notable role in the 2002 MBC morning drama "Golden Carriage" and the 2003 film "Ddonggae." Her breakthrough came in 2004 when she starred in the critically acclaimed film "The Scarlet Letter," which showcased her impressive talent and earned her a place in the spotlight. Uhm has since continued to build an impressive filmography, featuring leading roles in significant works such as "Tale of Cinema" (2005), "Hope" (2013), and "The Silenced" (2015). Her work in "Autumn Tale" earned her the Best Supporting Actress award at the Chuncheon Film Festival in 2006, and she received the Best Actress award from the Korean Film Critics Association in 2013 for her performance in "Hope." Uhm Ji-won's recent television highlights include her roles in "Birthcare Center" (2020) and "Little Women" (2022), solidifying her status as a versatile and respected figure in the Korean entertainment industry.

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