1. Early Life and Background
Jin Seo-yeon's formative years laid the foundation for her acting career, beginning with her birth in 1983 and her education in broadcasting and entertainment.
1.1. Birth and Family
Jin Seo-yeon was born Kim Jeong-sun on January 18, 1983. She later adopted the stage name Jin Seo-yeon (陳瑞演Korean). She also uses the alias Ha Yun. She is 66 in (168 cm) tall.
1.2. Education
She pursued her passion for performance by graduating from the Department of Broadcasting and Entertainment at Dongduk Women's University.
2. Career
Jin Seo-yeon's professional journey as an actress commenced in 2007 and has seen her take on diverse roles in films, television series, and stage productions, leading to significant critical acclaim.
2.1. Debut and Early Activities
Jin Seo-yeon made her acting debut in 2007, appearing in the film Eve's Temptation - Good Wife and the OCN drama series Medical Gibang Cinema. In her early career, she gained recognition for her supporting roles in television series such as Manny (2011), Passionate Love (2013), Tell Me What You Saw (2020), and One the Woman (2021). She also appeared in films like Romantic Island (2008). Her professional career in the entertainment industry has been active since 2007 and continues to the present day.
2.2. Agency
Jin Seo-yeon is currently represented by Andmarq. Previously, she was affiliated with J,WIDE COMPANY.
3. Filmography
Jin Seo-yeon has built a comprehensive filmography across various media, showcasing her versatility in film, television, music videos, and theatre.
3.1. Films
| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 | Eve's Temptation - Good Wife | In-ae | |
| 2008 | Romantic Island | Sandra | |
| 2012 | Love 911 | Ha-yoon | |
| 2018 | Believer | Bo-ryeong | |
| 2022 | Yaksha: Ruthless Operations | Ryun-hee | |
| Landmine | Short film | ||
| Limit | Yeon-joo | ||
| 2023 | It's Okay! | Seol-ah | Premiered at Berlin International Film Festival |
3.2. Television Series
| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 | Medical Gibang Cinema | Danbi | |
| 2007-2008 | New Heart | Han Soo-jin | |
| 2008 | Korean Ghost Stories | Woman | Segment: "Returning Lady" |
| 2010 | More Charming By The Day | Ha Yoon | |
| 2011 | Manny | Shin Gi-roo | |
| 2013 | Empire of Gold | Jeong Yu-jin | |
| 2013-2014 | Passionate Love | Kang Moon-hee | |
| 2014 | Make Your Wish | Choi Seo-jin | Special appearance |
| 2015 | Shine or Go Crazy | Geum Soon | |
| Eve's Love | Jin Hyeon-ah | ||
| 2020 | Tell Me What You Saw | Hwang Ha-young | |
| 2021 | One the Woman | Han Seong-hye | |
| 2023 | Battle for Happiness | Song Jung-ah | |
| 2024 | Family Plan | Ahn So-jin |
3.3. Television Shows
| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | Knowing Bros | Guest | Episode 215 (February 1) |
| 2021 | Dolsing Fourmen | Guest | Episode 7 (September 14) |
| 2022 | My Little Old Boy | Guest | Episode 303 (July 31) |
| Radio Star | Guest | Episode 780 (August 10) | |
| Running Man | Guest | Episode 620 (September 11) | |
| 2023-present | Stars' Top Recipe at Fun-Staurant | Cast Member | |
| 2023 | Knowing Bros | Guest | Episode 384 (May 20) |
| 2024 | High School Mom & Dad 4 | Guest | Episode 27 (January 31) |
| 2024 | Iron Girls | Cast Member |
3.4. Music Video Appearances
| Year | Song Title | Artist |
|---|---|---|
| 2003 | "I Love You" | 815 Band |
| 2004 | "That Common Man" (그 흔한 남자여서Korean) | Park Hyo-shin |
| 2006 | "Gingerly" (진저리Korean) | Gyeonu & Monday Kiz |
| "Sibiya" (십이야Korean) | As One | |
| 2009 | "Bad Person" (나쁜 사람Korean) | Yurisangja |
| 2018 | "Byeol Si" (별 시Korean) | Park Hyo-shin |
| 2019 | "Love Drunk" (술이 달다Korean) | Epik High |
3.5. Theatre
| Year | Title | Role | Theater | Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2007-2009 | Closer | Subin | CJ Ajit Daehak-ro (formerly SM Art Hall) | December 5 to February 8 |
| 2011 | Propose | Ahn Seong-nyeo | ||
| 2024 | Closer | Anna | Plus Theater | April 23 to July 14 |
4. Awards and Nominations
Jin Seo-yeon has received numerous accolades for her acting performances, particularly for her impactful roles in film and television.
4.1. Major Awards
In 2018, Jin Seo-yeon received significant recognition for her role in the film Believer. She won the Best Supporting Actress award at the 55th Grand Bell Awards, the Best Supporting Actress award at the 5th Korean Film Producers Association Awards, the Best Supporting Actress award at the 10th Year's Film Awards, and the Best Supporting Actress award at the 7th Korea Best Star Awards. For the same film, she also received the Popular Star Award at the 39th Blue Dragon Film Awards. In 2021, she was honored with the Excellence Award for an Actress in a Mini-Series Romance/Comedy Drama at the 2021 SBS Drama Awards for her performance in One the Woman.
4.2. Other Nominations and Awards
For her role in Believer, Jin Seo-yeon was nominated for Best Supporting Actress at several prestigious ceremonies in 2018, including the 27th Buil Film Awards, the 2nd The Seoul Awards, and the 39th Blue Dragon Film Awards. Her performance also earned her a nomination for Best Supporting Actress (Film) at the 55th Baeksang Arts Awards and the Chunsa Film Art Awards in 2019. In 2023, she was nominated for the Rookie Award in the Reality category at the KBS Entertainment Awards for her appearance on Stars' Top Recipe at Fun-Staurant.
5. Personal Life
Beyond her professional endeavors, Jin Seo-yeon's personal life includes her marriage.
5.1. Marriage and Family
Jin Seo-yeon married her husband, Lee Chang-rim, on May 23, 2014, after three months of dating.
5.2. Name Information
Her birth name is Kim Jeong-sun. She adopted the stage name Jin Seo-yeon (陳瑞演Korean) and is also known by the alias Ha Yun.