Moon Ga-young Biography: Age, Boyfriend, Net Worth, Height, Movies & TV Shows, Parents, Sister

Mun Ka Young, also known as Moon Ga-young, is a South Korean actress and model renowned for her versatile performances in K-dramas and her striking presence in the fashion world.

Born on July 10, 1996, in Karlsruhe, Germany, to South Korean parents, she gained widespread recognition for her lead role as Lim Ju-kyung in True Beauty (2020–2021), a romantic-comedy series that became a global hit.

Starting as a child actress in 2006, Mun has showcased her talent in dramas like Tempted (2018), Welcome to Waikiki 2 (2019), and Link: Eat, Love, Kill (2022), earning her a reputation as a dynamic and expressive performer.

Profile

• Full Name: Mun Ka Young
• Stage Name: Moon Ga-young
• Born: July 10, 1996
• Age: 28 years old
• Birthplace: Karlsruhe, Baden-Württemberg, Germany
• Nationality: South Korean
• Occupation: Actress, Model
• Height: 1.69 m
• Parents: Mr. and Mrs. Mun
• Siblings: 1
• Spouse: None
• Children: None
• Relationship: Single
• Net Worth: $1 million –5 million

Early Life and Education

Mun Ka Young was born on July 10, 1996, in Karlsruhe, Baden-Württemberg, Germany, to South Korean parents, whose names are unknown.

Her father, a physicist, and her mother, a pianist, met as international students in Germany. She has an older sister, though her name is not publicly known.

At age 10, Mun and her family relocated to South Korea, where she adapted to a new cultural environment. She attended Pungmoon Girls’ High School and later enrolled at Sungkyunkwan University in Seoul, graduating with a Bachelor’s degree in the Department of Acting and Arts in 2019.

Her ethnicity is South Korean, and her religion is not publicly disclosed.

Career

Mun Ka Young began her career in 2005 as a child model, encouraged by her uncle who submitted her photo for a commercial casting call.

Her acting debut followed in 2006 with a role in the film Bloody Reunion, marking the start of her journey in South Korean entertainment under SM Culture & Contents (SM C&C).

She appeared in numerous dramas and films as a child actress, including Heartstrings (2011) and Princess Ja-Myung (2009), playing younger versions of lead characters. Her early work showcased her natural talent and set the stage for her transition to more prominent roles.

In 2014, Mun took her first leading role in the Mnet mystery-romance drama Mimi, starring alongside TVXQ’s Changmin, portraying a girl with a secret illness.

This role marked her shift to adult acting, followed by her appearance in the 2015 web drama EXO Next Door. Her breakthrough came in 2018 with Tempted, a romance drama where she played Choi Soo-ji, earning an Excellence Award at the MBC Drama Awards.

In 2019, she starred in Welcome to Waikiki 2 as Han Soo-yeon, showcasing her comedic flair. Her lead role in Find Me in Your Memory (2020) further solidified her versatility, portraying a rising actress with a traumatic past.

Mun’s global stardom peaked with True Beauty (2020–2021), where her portrayal of Lim Ju-kyung, a high school girl transforming through makeup, resonated with audiences worldwide.

In 2022, she starred in Link: Eat, Love, Kill and The Interest of Love, showcasing her ability to handle complex emotional roles. In 2024, she signed with PEAK J agency and was confirmed for the 2025 tvN drama Seochodong, playing a rookie lawyer, Kang Hee-ji.

Mun’s recent work, including My Dearest Nemesis (2025), highlights her continued growth and influence in K-dramas, enhanced by her role as a Tumi global ambassador.

Social Media

Instagram Handle: @m_kayoung Twitter Handle: @munkayoungg

Personal Life

Mun Ka Young is currently single, focusing on her career and personal growth.

She has not been linked to any confirmed romantic relationships, though rumors with co-stars like Woo Do-hwan and Hwang In Yeop have surfaced, none substantiated.

She has no children and keeps her personal life private, rarely sharing details about her family.

Filmography

• Bloody Reunion (2006) – Hye-mi
• Princess Ja-Myung (2009) – So-so (young)
• Heartstrings (2011) – Lee Jung-hyun
• Mimi (2014) – Mi-mi
• EXO Next Door (2015) – Ji Yeon-hee
• Mirror of the Witch (2016) – Sol-gae
• Tempted (2018) – Choi Soo-ji
• Welcome to Waikiki 2 (2019) – Han Soo-yeon
• Find Me in Your Memory (2020) – Yeo Ha-jin
• True Beauty (2020–2021) – Lim Ju-kyung
• Link: Eat, Love, Kill (2022) – Noh Da-hyun
• The Interest of Love (2022–2023) – An Soo-young
• Delightfully Deceitful (2023) – Min Kang-yoon
• My Dearest Nemesis (2025) – Lead role
• Seochodong (2025) – Kang Hee-ji

Net Worth

Mun Ka Young’s estimated net worth ranges from $1 million to $5 million USD.

Her primary income sources include her acting roles in high-profile dramas like True Beauty and Link: Eat, Love, Kill, as well as modeling and brand endorsements