Kim Ji-hoon (actor, born 1981)

Quick Facts: Who was Kim Ji-hoon (actor, born 1981)?

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Kim Ji-hoon (actor, born 1981)

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South Korean actor known for romantic comedies and diverse roles in film and television.

Born:

1981-05-09

Century / Era:

1981s Historical Era Archive

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Origins & Early Life

Kim Ji-hoon (Korean: 김지훈; born May 9, 1981) is a South Korean actor. He is best known for his romantic comedies on television such as The Golden Age of Daughters-in-Law (2007), Love Marriage (also known as Matchmaker's Lover, 2008), Stars Falling from the Sky (also known as Wish Upon a Star, 2010), and My Cute Guys (2013).

Career & Major Achievements

In 2010, he also appeared in the film Natalie, and cable mystery series Joseon X-Files. In 2023 he appeared in Lee Chung-hyun's Netflix film Ballerina. He was cast as a hired assassin in Amazon Prime Video 2025 TV series Butterfly.

Chronological Milestones & Life Events

1. 1981 (1981-05-09): Birth of Kim Ji-hoon (actor, born 1981) — South Korean actor known for romantic comedies and diverse roles in film and television.
2. 2007: 2007 Milestone — He is best known for his romantic comedies on television such as The Golden Age of Daughters-in-Law (2007), Love Marriage (also known as Matchmaker's Lover, 2008), Stars Falling from the Sky (also known as Wish Upon a Star, 2010), and My Cute Guys (2013).
3. 2010: 2010 Milestone — In 2010, he also appeared in the film Natalie, and cable mystery series Joseon X-Files.
4. 2023: 2023 Milestone — In 2023 he appeared in Lee Chung-hyun's Netflix film Ballerina.
5. 2025: 2025 Milestone — He was cast as a hired assassin in Amazon Prime Video 2025 TV series Butterfly.

Historical Fact-Check Quiz: Kim Ji-hoon (actor, born 1981)

True or False: “Kim Ji-hoon's early career was exclusively focused on dramatic historical period pieces.”

Answer (FALSE ❌): While he has appeared in various genres, his initial recognition came from romantic comedies like The Golden Age of Daughters-in-Law.

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