Won Ji-an

Biographical Overview & Key Facts

Subject:

Won Ji-an

Role / Field:

South Korean actress known for roles in D.P., Heartbeat, and Squid Game.

Born:

1999-08-17

Century / Era:

1999s Historical Era

Database Source:

2Day Chrono-Wiki & Wikipedia CC BY-SA 4.0

Origins & Early Life

Kim In-seon (Korean: 김인선; born August 17, 1999), better known by the stage name Won Ji-an (원지안), is a South Korean actress. She is best known for her roles in the dramas D.P. (2021–2023), Heartbeat (2023), and the second season of Squid Game (2024).

Career & Major Achievements

Won Ji-an was born on August 17, 1999, with the name Kim In-seon in Bucheon, South Korea. She is currently attending Korea National University of Arts.

Enduring Legacy & Impact

In 2024, Won starred in the second season of Squid Game and gained global attention for her role in the series. Won starred in the romance drama series Surely Tomorrow opposite Park Seo-joon which aired on JTBC in 2025.

Chronological Milestones & Life Events

1. 1999 (1999-08-17): Birth of Won Ji-an — South Korean actress known for roles in D.P., Heartbeat, and Squid Game.
2. 2021: 2021 Milestone — (2021–2023), Heartbeat (2023), and the second season of Squid Game (2024).
3. 2024: 2024 Milestone — In 2024, Won starred in the second season of Squid Game and gained global attention for her role in the series.
4. 2025: 2025 Milestone — Won starred in the romance drama series Surely Tomorrow opposite Park Seo-joon which aired on JTBC in 2025.

Historical Fact-Check Quiz: Won Ji-an

True or False: “Won Ji-an's professional debut was immediately following her graduation from Korea National University of Arts.”

Answer (FALSE ❌): The provided text only states that she is currently attending the Korea National University of Arts; it does not specify when or if she has graduated.

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