Bona (singer) Biography: Age, Height, Net Worth, Parents, Movies, Songs, Religion, Boyfriend

Kim Ji-yeon, professionally known as Bona, is a South Korean singer and actress.

She has built a successful career as a member of the K-pop girl group WJSN (Cosmic Girls) and its sub-unit WJSN The Black.

Alongside her music career, she has earned widespread recognition for her acting performances, particularly as Ko Yu-rim in the acclaimed television series Twenty-Five Twenty-One.

She is regarded as one of the notable idol-actresses of her generation.

Bona
Wiki Facts & About Data
Real Name:	Kim Ji-yeon
Stage Name:	Bona
Born:	19 August 1995 (age 31 years old)
Place of Birth:	Dalseo District, Daegu, South Korea
Nationality:	South Korean
Height:	1.63m
Parents:	Mr. and Mrs. Kim
Siblings:	1
Occupation:	Singer, Actress
Net Worth:	$1.5 million

Early Life and Education

Bona entered the world on 19 August 1995 in Dalseo District, Daegu, South Korea, under the birth name Kim Ji-yeon.

Raised by her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Kim, she grew up alongside an older brother whose identity has not been publicly disclosed.

From an early age, she showed a strong interest in music and performance, eventually pursuing professional idol training that laid the foundation for her future career.

Bona completed her secondary education at Dongguk Girls’ High School in Daegu before dedicating herself to idol training.

She spent several years as a trainee under Cube Entertainment before joining Starship Entertainment, where she prepared for her debut.

Ethnically, she is Korean, and she practices Christianity.

Career

Bona first entered the entertainment industry as a trainee, spending years refining her singing and dancing abilities before making her debut with WJSN (Cosmic Girls) in February 2016.

Her transition into acting came in 2017 with the television drama Hit the Top, followed by leading roles that steadily established her as a promising actress.

Her breakthrough arrived through Twenty-Five Twenty-One, where her portrayal of champion fencer Ko Yu-rim received widespread praise from audiences and critics alike.

Building on that success, Bona expanded her acting portfolio with leading roles in Joseon Attorney, Pyramid Game, and The Haunted Palace, while remaining active with WJSN and WJSN The Black.

She has also contributed to television soundtracks and received recognition for her performances at major Korean drama award ceremonies.

Her versatility across music and acting has strengthened her reputation as one of South Korea’s accomplished idol-actresses.

Social Media

• Instagram Handle: @bn_95819

Personal Life

Bona, born on 19 August 1995 and now 30 years old, has remained unmarried and has not publicly confirmed any romantic relationships.

There are no verified reports of a spouse, children, or former partners.

Away from acting and music, she enjoys playing the piano, spending time with friends, and sharing moments from her daily life through Instagram, while maintaining a balanced lifestyle focused on her entertainment career.

Filmography

• Hit the Top (2017) — Do Hye-ri
• Girls’ Generation 1979 (2017) — Lee Jung-hee
• Your House Helper (2018) — Im Da-young
• Radio Romance (2018)
• Homemade Love Story (2020–2021) — Lee Hae-deun
• Twenty-Five Twenty-One (2022) — Ko Yu-rim
• Joseon Attorney (2023) — Lee Yeon-joo
• Pyramid Game (2024) — Sung Su-ji
• The Haunted Palace (2025) — Yeo-ri

Discography

• Would You Like? (with WJSN) (2016)
• My Attitude (with WJSN The Black) (2021)
• With (Twenty-Five Twenty-One OST) (2022)

Net Worth

Bona has accumulated an estimated net worth of $1.5 million.

Revenue from her music career with WJSN, acting roles in television dramas, soundtrack appearances, endorsements, and promotional activities forms the backbone of her earnings.

Continued success across both the K-pop and television industries has contributed significantly to her financial growth.

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