Kim So-hyun Biography: Age, Boyfriend, Net Worth, Height, Dramas, Movies, Awards, Career

Kim So-hyun is a South Korean actress renowned for her versatile performances in television dramas and films, earning her nicknames like “Nation’s Little Sister,” “Queen of Child Actresses,” and “Goddess of Sageuk” for her work in historical dramas.

She began her career as a child actress and has established herself as a leading Hallyu star.

Profile

• Full Name: Kim So-hyun
• Stage Name: Kim So-hyun
• Born: June 4, 1999
• Age: 26 years old
• Birthplace: Australia
• Nationality: South Korean
• Occupation: South Korean Actress, Host
• Height: 5 feet 5
• Parents: Mr and Mrs Kim
• Siblings: One younger brother
• Spouse: Not married
• Children: None
• Relationship: Single
• Net Worth: $1 million to $5 million

Early Life and Education

Kim So-hyun was born on June 4, 1999, in Australia to South Korean parents. Her family moved to South Korea in 2003 when she was four years old.

Her father passed away when she was nine, leaving her to be raised by her mother alongside her younger brother. Growing up, Kim showed an early interest in acting, auditioning at age seven without formal training.

She attended Hoeryong Elementary School in Gyeonggi Province before transferring to Towol Elementary School, graduating in February 2012. She completed her middle school education at Yongin Munjung Middle School in 2015.

Due to her demanding acting career, she opted for homeschooling for her high school education, passing her high school graduation exams in 2017. In 2018, she enrolled in Hanyang University’s Department of Theater in Seoul through rolling admission, balancing her studies with her acting commitments.

Kim has cited her homeschooling choice as a way to prioritize both education and her career, as her busy filming schedule left little time for traditional schooling during her elementary and middle school years.

Career

Kim So-hyun began her acting career in 2006 at age seven, debuting in the Drama City special “Ten Minute Minor.” She gained recognition for supporting roles in A Happy Woman (2007), Que Sera Sera (2007), and Hometown of Legends (2008).

Her breakthrough came in 2012 with pivotal roles as the villainous young queen-to-be in Moon Embracing the Sun and a tragic character in Missing You, earning her the nickname “Queen of Child Actresses.” Her first leading role was in the teen drama Ma Boy (2012).

She solidified her status with dual roles as twins in Who Are You: School 2015 (2015), showcasing her versatility. Kim has since starred in notable dramas, including horror-comedy Hey Ghost, Let’s Fight (2016), historical drama The Emperor: Owner of the Mask (2017), romantic comedies Radio Romance (2018) and My Lovely Liar (2023), and webtoon adaptations Love Alarm (2019–2021) and The Tale of Nokdu (2019).

In 2021, she played a warrior princess in River Where the Moon Rises, earning praise for her sword skills and portrayal of three distinct characters (assassin, princess, queen), despite challenges like re-filming scenes without pay after a cast change.

In 2025, she starred in the action-comedy Good Boy with Park Bo-gum, playing a former Olympic shooter turned police officer, further showcasing her action skills.

She also voiced a role in the Korean dub of Your Name (2017) and appeared in the film Pure Love (2016) as her first movie lead. Beyond acting, she hosted MBC’s Music Core (2013–2015), Under Nineteen (2019), and the KBS Drama Awards (2015, 2021).

Kim signed with Ieum Hashtag in 2022 and is set to star in the romantic comedy Is It Fate? (upcoming). Directors, including Lee Na-jung (Love Alarm), have praised her emotional depth and synchronization with characters.

Awards and Nominations

• Baeksang Arts Awards: • 2021: Nominated for Best Actress – Television (River Where the Moon Rises), one of the youngest nominees.
• KBS Drama Awards: • 2019: Excellence Award, Actress in a Miniseries (The Tale of Nokdu). • 2015: Star of the Year (Who Are You: School 2015). • 2014: Special Short Drama Actress (Drama Special: We All Cry Differently).
• MBC Drama Awards: • 2012: Best Child Actress (Moon Embracing the Sun, Missing You).
• SBS Drama Awards: • 2013: New Star Award (The Suspicious Housekeeper).
• Korea Drama Awards: • 2015: Star of the Year (Who Are You: School 2015).
• Other: • 2018: Most Grown Instagram Account (7.1 million followers). Note: Kim has reportedly won 14 awards by 2017, per fan comments, though not all are individually documented.

Social Media

• Instagram Handle: @wow_kimsohyun

Personal Life

Kim So-hyun resides in Seoul, South Korea. She is single, having stated in interviews that she has never had a boyfriend, focusing instead on her career and personal growth.

She is lively, enjoys new experiences, and plans to deepen her acting knowledge in college. Kim learned to play the piano for her role in Page Turner (2016) and considers it a personal skill.

Her first kiss was filmed with Yeo Jin-goo in Missing You (2012), a professional milestone for both. She has expressed a desire to connect with peers her age, having missed social activities due to her career.

Kim is close to her mother and younger brother, but details about her family remain private. Her father’s passing at a young age shaped her resilience, which fans on X admire, noting her strength in handling challenges like River Where the Moon Rises re-shoots.

She has no reported controversies and is praised for her professionalism and chemistry with co-stars like Hwang Min-hyun and Park Bo-gum.

Filmography

• Man of Vendetta (2010) – Supporting role
• I Am the King (2012) – Historical comedy
• Pure Love (2016) – Lead role
• Your Name (2017) – Voice actress (Korean dub) TV Dramas (Selected):
• Moon Embracing the Sun (2012) – Young queen-to-be
• Missing You (2012) – Supporting role
• Ma Boy (2012) – Lead role
• Who Are You: School 2015 (2015) – Lee Eun-bi/Go Eun-byul (dual roles)
• Hey Ghost, Let’s Fight (2016) – Lead role
• The Emperor: Owner of the Mask (2017) – Lead role
• Radio Romance (2018) – Lead role
• Love Alarm (2019–2021) – Kim Jo-jo
• The Tale of Nokdu (2019) – Lead role
• River Where the Moon Rises (2021) – Pyeonggang/Yeom Ga-jin/Queen Yeon
• My Lovely Liar (2023) – Lead role
• Good Boy (2025) – Former Olympic shooter
• Is It Fate? (upcoming) – Lead role

Net Worth

Kim So-hyun’s net worth is estimated at $1 million to $5 million. Her income derives from her acting roles in high-profile dramas, hosting gigs, and endorsements with brands like Peripera and Skechers.