Ha Ji Won

Ha Ji Won is a South Korean actress.

She’s best recognized for her roles in various Korean drama series such as Damo (2003), Something Happened in Bali (2004), Hwang Jini (2006), and Empress Ki (2013-2014), and Secret Garden (2010).

Career

Ha Ji Won made her debut as an actress with the drama series New Generation Report: Adults Don’t Understand Us (1997) after unsuccessfully trying out for around 100 auditions.

It was then followed by three more drama series, such as Dragon’s Tears (1998), Dangerous Lullaby (1999), and School 2 (1999).

Her next outstanding drama series, which turned into a cultural phenomenon of some kind, was the very well-known South Korean fusion historical drama series Damo (2003).

Her performance in the series earned her three MBC Drama Awards that year. After that, she went on with her splendid appearances portraying various roles in striking movies.

Some of these movies include Sex Is Zero (2002), Phone (2002), Nightmare (2000), Ditto (2000), Love, So Divine (2004), 100 Days with Mr. Arrogant (2004), and many more.

One of the movies titled she starred in, Manhunt (2017), created a buzz in Hong Kong and China, making her popular both domestically and internationally.

Besides acting, she also took modeling jobs for some music videos, for example, Mother’s Diary (2005) by WAX, Oppa (2005) by WAX, and Flower (2005) by Lee Soo Young.

Profile

Real Name: Jeon Hae Rim (전해림)
Stage Name: Ha Ji Won (하지원)
Also Known as: –
Nickname: Ji Won (지원)
Birthday: June 28, 1978
Birthplace: Seoul, South Korea
Zodiac Sign: Cancer
Nationality: South Korean
Religion: Roman Chatolicism
Profession: Actress
Education:
Dankook University;
Haengdang Middle School;
Youngshin Girls’ High School
Hobbies: Painting, doing aerobics, boxing, dancing, horseback riding, playing golf
Facebook: 하지원 Ha Ji Won
Twitter: @hajiwon1023
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Instagram: @hajiwon1023
TikTok: –
YouTube: –

Height, Weight, & Physical Appearance

Height: 168 cm (5’6”)
Weight: 54 kg (119 lbs)
Blood Type: A
Hair Color: Black
Eye Color: Black
Body Measurements: 31-24-33 (Bust -31, Waist -24, and Hips -33 inches)
Shoe Size: 7 (US)
Dress Size: –

Family

Father: Jeon Yoon Bok
Mother: Son Yeon Soon
Brother: Jeon Tae Su
Sister: Jeon Yoo Kyoung, Jeon Young Joo

Boyfriend & Dating History

Ji Chang Wook

Throughout the years, Ha Ji Won has been rumored Ji Chang Wook, who took the role as her on-screen love interest in Empress Ki (2013).

However, both sides have denied their dating speculations.

Net Worth

According to multiple sources, the actress has accumulated around $5 million to $15 million of net worth. She appears to earn most of her income through acting.

Charity

She made a ₩100 million donation to help the victims of the sinking Sewol ferry in 2016.

Plastic Surgery

There is no known information on whether she has undergone any cosmetic surgery to alter her visual appearance.

Facts

Ji Won once learned ballet and jiu-jitsu for three months prior to starring in the movie Manhunt (2017).
She failed about 100 auditions before debuting as an actress.
Her stage name is based on her manager’s unrecruited first love.
Ji Won is well-versed in a lot of sports such as boxing, swimming, hapkido, and horseback riding.
She said she is actually feminine despite her boyish persona.
Her brother, Jeon Tae Su, was also an actor.
Ji Won likes eating fruits, nuts, yogurt, and a homemade lunchbox on a daily basis.
She usually listens to music, reads books, and has a walk in nature to unwind.
Her brother, Jeon Tae Su, committed suicide due to prolonged depression in 2018.
Ji Won frequently does weight-lifts to maintain her body shape.
She is a big fan of the movie series Transformers (2007).
Ji Won loves animals.
She was scouted by an agent when she was still in high school.
Ji Won is an actress under BM+ Entertainment.
She has her own one-man agency named Haewadal Entertainment.
Ji Won is good at singing.
She is very active in social events.
Ji Won has done a lot of charity work.
She donated a total of 100 million won to help victims of the ferry disaster.
Ji Won is close friends with V from the boy group BTS.
Her ideal type is someone who is healthy and can make her laugh.

Movies

Bigwang (TBA), as Na Mi
Pawn (2020), as Seung Yi
Manhunt (2017), as Rain
Life Risking Romance (2016), as Je In
Chronicle of a Blood Merchant (2015), as Heo Ok Ran
The Huntresses (2014), as Jin Ok
Hi, Anna (2012), as…
As One (2012), as Hyun Jung Hwa
Sector 7 (2011), as Cha Hae Joon
Closer to Heaven (2009), as Ji Soo
Tidal Wave (2009), as Kang Yeon Hee
BA:BO (2008), as Ji Ho
His Last Gift (2008), as Hye Young
Sex is Zero 2 (2007), as Eun Hyo
Miracle on 1st Street (2007), as Myung Ran
All For Love (2005), as Yun Joo
Duelist (2005), as Nam Soon
Daddy-Long-Legs (2005), as Cha Young Mi
Love, So Divine (2004), as Yang Bong Hee
100 Days with Mr. Arrogant (2004), as Kang Ha Young
Reversal of Fortune (2003), as Han Ji Young
Sex Is Zero (2002), as Lee Eun Hyo
Phone (2002), as Ji Won
Nightmare (2000), as Eun Joo
Ditto (2000), as Seo Hyun Ji
Truth Game (2000), as Han Da Hye

Drama Series

Curtain Call (KBS2 | 2022), as Park Se Yeon
Dramaworld 2 (Viki | 2021), as self
Chocolate (JTBC | 2019), as Moon Cha Young
Hospital Ship (MBC | 2017), as Song Eun Jae
The Time We Were Not In Love (SBS | 2015), as Oh Ha Na
Empress Ki (MBC | 2013), as Ki Seung Nyang
The King 2 Hearts (MBC | 2012), as Kim Hang Ah
Secret Garden (SBS | 2010), as Kil Ra Im
Hwang Ji Ni (KBS2 | 2006), as Hwang Ji Ni
Fashion 70’s (SBS | 2005), as University Student
What Happened in Bali (SBS | 2004), as Lee Soo Jung
Damo (MBC | 2003), as Chae Ok
Life is Beautiful (KBS2 | 2001), as Yoo Hee Jung
Secret (MBC | 2000), as Lee Ji Eun
School 2 (KBS | 1999), as Jang Se Jin
Dangerous Lullaby (KBS2 | 1999), as Young Eun
Dragon’s Tears (KBS1 | 1998), as Na In
New Generation Report: Adults Don’t Understand Us (KBS2 | 1997), as Student

TV Shows

Saturday Night Live Korea: Season 10 (tvN | 2021), as a guest
House on Wheels (tvN | 2020), as a guest
Movie Room Season 2 (JTBC | 2019), as a guest
Galileo: Awakened Universe (tvN | 2018), as a regular member
Life Bar (tvN | 2016), as a guest
Invisible Man (KBS2 | 2015), as a guest
K-pop Star: Season 1 (SBS | 2011), as a guest
Running Man (SBS | 2010), as a guest
Win Win (YouTube | 2010), as a guest
Family Outing: Season 1 (SBS | 2008), as a guest
Love Letter (SBS | 2004), as a guest

Music Video Appearances

Noting special with the day (별거 없던 그 하루로) (2021) – Im Chang Jung
Daddy (2015) – PSY
Love Story (2010) – Rain
Mother’s Diary (2005) – WAX
Oppa (2005) – WAX
Flower (2005) – Lee Soo Young
Black and White Photo (2004) – KCM

Awards

2017 MBC Drama Awards – Top Excellence Award (Actress in a Miniseries) – Hospital Ship
2016 Style Icon Asia – Style Icon – Ha Ji Won
2013 MBC Drama Awards – Grand Prize (Daesang) – Empress Ki
2013 MBC Drama Awards – PD Award – Empress Ki
2013 MBC Drama Awards – Popularity Award (Actress) – Empress Ki
2012 Bucheon International Fantastic Film Festival – Producer’s Choice – Ha Ji Won
2012 Korea Youth Film Festival – Favorite Film Actress – Closer to Heaven
2011 Grimae Awards – Best Actress – Secret Garden
2010 Baeksang Arts Awards – Best Actress (Film) – Closer to Heaven
2010 SBS Drama Awards – Top Excellence Award (Actress in a Drama Special) – Secret Garden
2010 SBS Drama Awards – Netizen Popularity Award – Secret Garden
2010 SBS Drama Awards – Top 10 Stars – Secret Garden
2010 SBS Drama Awards – Best Couple Award – Secret Garden
2009 Style Icon Asia – Actress of the Year – Ha Ji Won
2009 Style Icon Asia – Fun Fearless Female – Ha Ji Won
2009 Korea Youth Film Festival – Favorite Film Actress – Closer to Heaven
2009 Blue Dragon Film Awards – Best Leading Actress – Closer to Heaven
2009 Blue Dragon Film Awards – Popularity Award – Closer to Heaven
2009 Estee Lauder – Star of the Year Award – Ha Ji Won
2009 Korean University Films Festival – Best Actress- Tidal Wave
2009 Mnet 20’s Choice Awards – HOT Movie Star (Female) – Tidal Wave
2008 Asia Model Festival Awards – Popular Star Award – Ha Ji Won
2007 Korean Broadcasting Awards – Best Actress – Hwang Ji Ni
2007 Korea Dance Association Seoul Dance Festival – Beautiful Mind Award – Hwang Ji Ni
2007 BNT Golden Chest International TV Festival – Best Actress – Hwang Ji Ni
2006 KBS Drama Awards – Grand Prize (Daesang) – Hwang Ji Ni
2006 KBS Drama Awards – Netizen Popularity Award Won – Hwang Ji Ni
2006 KBS Drama Awards – Best Couple Award – Hwang Ji Ni
2005 Blue Dragon Film Awards – Popularity Award – Duelist
2004 SBS Drama Awards – Top Excellence Award (Actress) – What Happened in Bali
2004 SBS Drama Awards – Top 10 Stars – What Happened in Bali
2004 Baeksang Arts Awards – Best Actress (Television) – What Happened in Bali
2003 MBC Drama Awards – Top Excellence Award (Actress) – Damo
2003 MBC Drama Awards – Popularity Award – Damo
2003 MBC Drama Awards – Best Couple Award – Damo
2003 Baeksang Arts Awards – Most Popular Actress (Film) – Sex Is Zero
2002 Korea Visual Arts Festival – Photogenic Award – Sex Is Zero
2001 Baeksang Arts Awards – Best New Actress (Television) – Secret
2001 Golden Cinematography Awards – Popularity Award – Truth Game
2000 Busan Film Critics Awards – Best New Actress – Ditto
2000 Blue Dragon Film Awards – Best Supporting Actress – Ditto
2000 Grand Bell Award – Best New Actress – Truth Game
2000 MBC Drama Awards – Best New Actress – Secret

Nominations

2017 MBC Drama Awards – Grand Prize (Daesang) – Hospital Ship
2015 SBS Drama Awards – Top Excellence Award (Actress in a Miniseries) – The Time We Were Not in Love
2014 Seoul International Drama Awards – Best Actress – Empress Ki
2013 MBC Drama Awards – Top Excellence Award (Actress in a Special Project Drama) – Empress Ki
2012 Seoul International Drama Awards – Best Actress – The King 2 Hearts
2012 APAN Star Awards – Top Excellence Award (Actress) – The King 2 Hearts
2012 MBC Drama Awards – Top Excellence Award (Actress in a Miniseries) – The King 2 Hearts
2011 Baeksang Arts Awards – Best Actress (Television) – Secret Garden
2011 Korea Drama Awards – Best Actress – Secret Garden
2006 KBS Drama Awards – Top Excellence Award (Actress) – Hwang Ji Ni
2005 Baeksang Arts Awards – Best Actress (Television) – Hwang Ji Ni
2003 MBC Drama Awards – Grand Prize (Daesang) – Damo
2002 Blue Dragon Film Awards – Best Leading Actress – Phone
2000 Grand Bell Award – Best Actress – Truth Game

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FAQs

Who is Ha Ji Won?

She is a South Korean actress.

Who is Ha Ji Won’s real name?

Her real name is Jeon Hae Rim (전해림).

What makes Ha Ji Won famous?

Where is Ha Ji Won from?

She was born in Seoul, South Korea.

How old is Ha Ji Won?

She was born in 1978, and she is 46 years old as of 2024.

When does Ha Ji Won celebrate her birthday?

She celebrates on the 28th of every June.

How tall is Ha Ji Won?

Her height is 5’6″ or 168 cm.

Who are Ha Ji Won’s parents?

Her father’s name is Jeon Yoon Bok and her mother’s name is Son Yeon Soon.

Is Ha Ji Won married?

She is not married. Furthermore, there is no information on whether she is in a relationship or not.

Who is Ha Ji Won’s ex-boyfriend?

Her ex-boyfriend is not known. However, she used to be rumored to date Ji Chang Wook.

How rich is Ha Ji Won?

Her net worth is around $5 million to $15 million.

What is Ha Ji Won’s nationality?

Her nationality is South Korean.

Ha Ji Won is an award-winning actress who has broken a lot of records throughout her career. She has become legendary in South Korea, thanks to her many achievements.