Han Ga-in Biography: Siblings, Height, Age, Net Worth, Parents, Movies, Kids, TV Series, Husband, YouTube

Kim Hyun-joo, better known by her stage name Han Ga-in, is a prominent South Korean actress and model celebrated for her roles in television dramas and films.

She gained widespread recognition for her starring role in the 2012 period drama Moon Embracing the Sun, which topped TV ratings, and for her performance in the box-office hit film Architecture 101 that same year.

Known for her striking beauty and versatility, Han has also been a sought-after figure in commercials and has transitioned into hosting and YouTube content creation, further expanding her influence in the entertainment industry.

Profile

• Full Name: Kim Hyun-joo
• Stage Name: Han Ga-in
• Born: February 2, 1982
• Age: 43 years old
• Birthplace: Seoul, South Korea
• Nationality: South Korean
• Occupation: Actress, Model, Television Host, YouTuber
• Height: 1.67m
• Parents: Mr. Kim and Mrs. Kim
• Siblings: Unknown
• Spouse: Yeon Jung-hoon (married 2005)
• Children: Yeon Jae-hee, Yeon Jae-min
• Relationship: Married
• Net Worth: $2 million

Early Life and Education

Kim Hyun-joo, known as Han Ga-in, was born on February 2, 1982, in Seoul, South Korea, to Mr. Kim and Mrs. Kim. Information about her siblings is not publicly known.

She excelled academically, attending Seoul Gusan Elementary School, Sunjung Middle School, and Baehwa Girls’ High School, where she scored an impressive 384 out of 400 on South Korea’s university entrance exams.

She later studied at Kyung Hee University, majoring in Hotel Management, and graduated in 2007. Her ethnicity is Korean, and her religious beliefs are unknown.

Career

Han Ga-in began her career after being discovered during a high school interview on KBS’s The Golden Bell Challenge in 2000. Entertainment executives spotted her, leading to her debut in an Asiana Airlines commercial in 2002.

That same year, she landed her first acting role in the KBS2 drama Sunshine Hunting and gained further attention with a supporting role in the popular daily drama Yellow Handkerchief (2003). Her lead role in Terms of Endearment (2004) earned her an Excellence Award at the KBS Drama Awards, marking her rise in the industry.

Han Ga-in’s career peaked in 2012 with two major successes. Her role as an amnesiac noblewoman-turned-shaman in the historical drama Moon Embracing the Sun captivated audiences, making it one of the highest-rated dramas of its time.

Concurrently, her performance as Seo-yeon in the romantic film Architecture 101 set a box-office record as the highest-grossing Korean melodrama, showcasing her ability to portray nuanced characters. After a three-year hiatus following the poorly received Witch Yoo Hee (2007), she reinvented her image in 2010 with Bad Guy, transitioning from innocent roles to more complex characters.

Han Ga-in has since diversified her career, balancing acting with other ventures. She returned to television in 2018 with the mystery thriller Mistress after a six-year break, demonstrating her range. In 2022, she hosted the SBS talk show Circle House and made a guest appearance on KBS2’s 2 Days & 1 Night.

Her launch of the YouTube channel Freedom Lady Han Ga-in in 2024 reflects her shift toward entertainment and lifestyle content, where she shares personal insights and engages with fans. Her enduring appeal lies in her ability to evolve while remaining a beloved figure in South Korean entertainment.

Social Media

• Instagram Handle: @hangain
• Facebook Handle: Unknown
• Twitter Handle: Unknown

Personal Life

Han Ga-in married actor Yeon Jung-hoon on April 26, 2005, after meeting on the set of Yellow Handkerchief in 2003. Their early marriage, when Han was in her early twenties, drew significant media attention due to its rarity among actresses at the peak of their careers. The couple has two children: a daughter, Yeon Jae-hee, born in 2016, and a son, Yeon Jae-min, born in 2019.

Filmography

• Once Upon a Time in High School (2004)
• Architecture 101 (2012)
• Sunshine Hunting (2002)
• Yellow Handkerchief (2003)
• Terms of Endearment (2004)
• Super Rookie (2005)
• Witch Yoo Hee (2007)
• Bad Guy (2010)
• Moon Embracing the Sun (2012)
• Mistress (2018)

Net Worth

Han Ga-in has an estimated net worth of $2 million. Her wealth primarily comes from her acting career, with significant earnings from high-profile dramas such as Moon Embracing the Sun and films such as Architecture 101.

Additional income sources include her long-standing work in commercials, where she has been a sought-after model, as well as her recent YouTube channel and hosting engagements.