Kim Jaewon

Quick Facts: Who was Kim Jaewon?

Subject:

Kim Jaewon

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South Korean actor known for diverse roles, from romantic leads to tough detectives.

Born:

1981-02-18

Century / Era:

1981s Historical Era Archive

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Origins & Early Life

Kim Jaewon (born 18 February 1981) is a South Korean actor. He is best known for the television dramas Romance (2002), Listen to My Heart (2011), May Queen (2012), and The Scandal (2013). Kim Jaewon made his acting debut in 2001 in the sitcom Honey Honey. He rose to stardom a year later when he played a high school senior who falls for his teacher (played by Kim Ha-neul) in 2002 hit drama Romance. Rival (with So Yoo-jin) and My Love Patzzi (with Jang Na-ra and Kim Rae-won) further raised his profile.

Career & Major Achievements

He reunited with Rival costar Kim Min-jung in Land of Wine (2003), where they played a young couple trying to revive traditional liquor amidst a family feud. Then in 2004, he starred opposite Sun Feifei in Beijing My Love, a South Korean-Chinese co-production which was shot 80% in China. He also appeared in the romantic comedy film 100 Days with Mr. Arrogant, followed by a supporting role in My 19 Year Old Sister-in-Law. In Wonderful Life (2005), Kim's character deals with the consequences of a one-night stand in Singapore that leads to young marriage (to Eugene) and fatherhood. After playing a third-rate gangster who inherits a kindergarten and falls for a teacher (played by Han Ji-min) in Great Inheritance (2006), Kim was cast in his first period drama role as a nobleman romantically involved with a gisaeng in Hwang Jini (previous Mr. Arrogant costar Ha Ji-won played the title role).

Enduring Legacy & Impact

With his Korean Wave appeal, Kim then filmed the Chinese television drama First Love, which aired on CCTV in 2008. Kim enlisted on March 23, 2009 to fulfill his mandatory military service, and was assigned to the Defense Media Agency. He was discharged on January 24, 2011. As his acting comeback, Kim joined the cast of Listen to My Heart, for which he received praise for his portrayal of a deaf man. He and costar Hwang Jung-eum were later given recognition at the year-end MBC Drama Awards.

Chronological Milestones & Life Events

1. 1981 (1981-02-18): Birth of Kim Jaewon — South Korean actor known for diverse roles, from romantic leads to tough detectives.
2. 2001: 2001 Milestone — Kim Jaewon made his acting debut in 2001 in the sitcom Honey Honey.
3. 2002: 2002 Milestone — He is best known for the television dramas Romance (2002), Listen to My Heart (2011), May Queen (2012), and The Scandal (2013).
4. 2003: 2003 Milestone — He reunited with Rival costar Kim Min-jung in Land of Wine (2003), where they played a young couple trying to revive traditional liquor amidst a family feud.
5. 2004: 2004 Milestone — Then in 2004, he starred opposite Sun Feifei in Beijing My Love, a South Korean-Chinese co-production which was shot 80% in China.
6. 2005: 2005 Milestone — In Wonderful Life (2005), Kim's character deals with the consequences of a one-night stand in Singapore that leads to young marriage (to Eugene) and fatherhood.
7. 2006: 2006 Milestone — After playing a third-rate gangster who inherits a kindergarten and falls for a teacher (played by Han Ji-min) in Great Inheritance (2006), Kim was cast in his first period drama role as a nobleman romantically involved with a gisaeng in Hwang Jini (previous Mr.
8. 2008: 2008 Milestone — With his Korean Wave appeal, Kim then filmed the Chinese television drama First Love, which aired on CCTV in 2008.
9. 2009: 2009 Milestone — Kim enlisted on March 23, 2009 to fulfill his mandatory military service, and was assigned to the Defense Media Agency.
10. 2011: 2011 Milestone — He was discharged on January 24, 2011.

Historical Fact-Check Quiz: Kim Jaewon

True or False: “Kim Jaewon's initial popularity was attributed solely to his handsome features and smile.”

Answer (FALSE ❌): While initially nicknamed the 'smiling angel,' he later successfully cultivated a more rugged image, notably in roles like the detective in The Scandal.

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