Kim Si-eun (actress, born 1999)
South Korean actress (born 1999)
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Kim Si-eun (Korean: 김시은; born January 19, 1999) is a South Korean actress, known for her titular role in the film Next Sohee (2022) and the second season of Squid Game (2024).
Kim Si-eun | |
|---|---|
Kim in 2023 | |
| Born | January 19, 1999 Goyang, South Korea |
| Occupation | Actress |
| Years active | 2016–present |
| Agent | Goldmedalist |
| Korean name | |
| Hangul | 김시은 |
| RR | Gim Sieun |
| MR | Kim Siŭn |
| Website | goldmedalist.com |
Career
Kim was born on January 19, 1999 in Ilsandong District, Goyang, Gyeonggi Province, South Korea.[1]
She made her debut in 2016 with the show Live Talk! Talk! Boni Hani.[2]
Next Sohee is a film directed by Jung Ju-ri that portrays the story of a high school student undergoing on-site training at a call center and a female detective who questions the incidents. In an interview, Jung Ju-ri shared the story of how she came to cast newcomer Kim Si-eun in the lead role. It all started when Jung stumbled upon a YouTube video featuring Kim energetically hosting Educational Broadcasting System's Live Talk! Talk! Boni Hani. Intrigued by her vibrant presence, Jung arranged a meeting with Kim. During their conversation in the audition, Jung was struck by Kim's determination and her ability to approach the story with objectivity. This impressed Jung, who found Kim to be an extraordinary talent. As they proceed, it was unfolded naturally and effortlessly and Kim's performance resonating with the character of So-hee.[3]
Leaving a strong impression with Sohee's innocent and confident appearance in the movie, she won Best New Actress in Film at the 59th Baeksang Arts Awards.[4]
In September 2023, Kim signed with new agency Goldmedalist.[5]
In December 2024, Kim starred in the most watched Netflix original series, the second season of Squid Game, in the series, she played the role of Young-mi, the participant with the number 095. Kim received widespread recognition for her performance. The series ranked No. 1 in Netflix's Global Top 10 Series.[6]
Filmography
Film
| Year | Title | Role | Ref. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 | The Negotiation | Lee Jong-seok | [7] |
| 2020 | Boys Be! | Eun-ji | |
| 2022 | Next Sohee | So-hee | [8] |
| You and I | Ha-eun | [9] |
Television series
| Year | Title | Role | Ref. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 | When Time Stops | Hwa-sook | [10] |
| 2019 | Special Labor Inspector | Assistant Manager Oh | [11] |
| 2020 | Chip In | Seon Deok-go | [12] |
| Run On | Go Ye-chan | [13] | |
| 2022 | Mental Coach Jegal | Jo Ji-yeong | [14] |
Web series
Television shows
Musical
| Year | Title | Role | Notes | Ref. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | Mulan (뮬란) | Hwa Mulan | Child's part | [citation needed] |
Accolades
Awards and nominations
| Award ceremony | Year | Category | Nominee / Work | Result | Ref. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Baeksang Arts Awards | 2023 | Best New Actress – Film | Next Sohee | Won | [4] |
| Blue Dragon Film Awards | 2023 | Best New Actress | Nominated | [19] | |
| Buil Film Awards | 2023 | Best New Actress | Won | [20] | |
| Busan Film Critics Awards | 2023 | Best New Actress | Won | [21] | |
| Cine21 Film Awards | 2023 | Film New Actress of the Year | Won | [22] | |
| Chunsa Film Art Awards | 2023 | Best New Actress | Nominated | [23] | |
| Director's Cut Awards | 2024 | Best Actress in Film | Nominated | [24] | |
| Best New Actress in Film | Won | [25] | |||
| Golden Cinematography Awards | 2023 | Best New Actress | Won | [26] | |
| Grand Bell Awards | 2023 | Best New Actress | Won | [27] | |
| Korean Association of Film Critics Awards | 2023 | Best New Actress | Won | [28] | |
| Korean Film Producers Association Awards | 2023 | Best New Actress | Won | [29] | |
| Wildflower Film Awards | 2023 | Best Newcomer | Nominated | [30] | |
| World Star Entertainment Awards | 2019 | Hallyu Rookie Awards, Song Drama Division | Kim Si-eun | Won | [31] |
