Jung Eun Chae

Jung Eun Chae is a South Korean actress, model, and television host.

She rose to prominence as a model before expanding her career into acting and appearing in Korean movies such as Nobody’s Daughter Haewon (2013) and drama series such as The Guest (2018) and Anna (2023).

Career

Jung Eun Chae started her career as a model for commercial TV. Then, she made her acting debut with the drama series Woman of Matchless Beauty, Park Jung Kum in 2008.

Her breakthrough as an actress came with the protagonist role she had in the movie No one’s Daughter Hae Won in 2013. It was a hit and an award-winning movie.

She promptly followed it up with roles in the movies Hill of Freedom and The Fatal Encounter about a year later.

In 2017, she joined the cast of the movies The Table and The King. She also managed to secure two different roles in the drama series, The Guest (2018) and Return (2018) not long after that.

Besides acting, she additionally had her own radio program that aired somewhere in the range of 2018 and 2019, in which she would play movie soundtracks.

Profile

Real Name: Jung Sol Mi (정솔미)
Stage Name: Jung Eun Chae (정은채)
Nickname: Eun Chae (은채)
Birthday: November 24, 1986
Birthplace: Busan, South Korea
Zodiac Sign: Sagittarius
Nationality: South Korean
Religion: Protestant
Professions: Actress, Model, Host
Education: Central Saint Martins (Textile Design)
Hobby: Watching movies
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Instagram: @jungeunchae_
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Height, Weight, & Physical Appearance

Height: 170 cm (5’7”)
Weight: 50 kg (100 lbs)
Blood Type: A
Hair Color: Black
Eye Color: Black
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Family

Father: –
Mother: –
Brother: Jung Min Chae
Sister: –

Boyfriend & Dating History

Kase Ryo

In 2013, Friday magazine reported that the actress was linked to Kase Ryo, a Japanese actor who is also her co-star in Hill of Freedom.

According to the reports, they were seen in Kanagawa and Tokyo, even stayed at the same hotel together.

However, the alleged relationship was considered to be quite scandalous as Kase Ryo was still in relationship with Mikako Ichikawa, a famous Japanese actress.

Jung Joon Il

Jung Eun Chae was involved in a romance with Jung Joon Il, a Korean singer, in around 2009 to 2010.

However, it was believed that Jung Joon Il was married at that time and it turned into quite a controversy for the actress as public believed the pair committed an affair.

Net Worth

Multiple sources estimated her net worth to be around $5 million to $10 million.

She appears to earn most of her income through working as an actress and model in the South Korean entertainment industry.

Controversies

Allegedly Involved in Affair Twice

Jung Eun Chae was allegedly involved herself in a marital affair with Jung Joon Il, whom she had relationship with in around 2009 to 2010.

His former wife revealed that she had been dating the singer since 2006, and she caught him cheating on her. Their relationship continued, but she claimed that he kept seeing the actress even after marriage and his promise not to cheat again.

According to her ex-wife, Jung Joon Il never apologized for what he caused and ultimately requested for divorce.

Jung Eun Chae refuted the adultery allegation by claiming that she didn’t known that Jung Joon Il was a married man and that she got tricked.

That being said, when the scandal surfaced again due to her popularity rise in 2020, her agency claimed that she knew about his marriage status.

She dealt with another affair scandal in 2013, when she reportedly went on dates with Kase Ryo, a Japanese actor who at that time had an actress girlfriend, Mikako Ichikawa.

Plastic Surgery

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

Facts

Eun Chae studied arts and design in London, England.
She has a knack for singing.
Her brother, Jung Min Chae, works at a film production company named Chorokbaem Media.
She lived in London, England for eight years.
Eun Chae is a low-key actress.
She has a pet dog she likes to play with.
Eun Chae was first known as a commercial TV model.
She is a part of KEYEAST Entertainment.
Eun Chae can speak Korean and English fluently.
She likes hanging out with friends.
Her ideal type is…

Movies

The Man Who Sees the Left, the Woman Who Sees the Right (2022), as Ah Yeong
Ode to the Goose (2018), as a supporting character
The Great Battle (2018), as Shi Mi
The Table (2017), as Kyung Jin
The King (2017), as Park Shi Yun
Hill of Freedom (2014), as Nam Hee
The Fatal Encounter (2014), as Kang Wol Hye
Nobody’s Daughter Hae Won (2013), as Hae Won
Behind the Camera (2013), as the main role
Spring, Snow (2012), as Ji Yoon
Horror Stories (2012), as Gong Ji
Play (2011), as Eun Chae
Haunters (2010), as Young Sook

Drama Series

Anna (Coupang Play | 2022), as Hyun Joo
Pachinko (Apple TV+ | 2022), as Choi Kyung Hee
L.U.C.A.: The Beginning (tvN | 2021), as Attorney Jung
The King: Eternal Monarch (SBS | 2020), as Goo Seo Ryung
Legal High (JTBC | 2019), as Do Mun Kyung
The Guest (OCN | 2018), as Kang Gil Young
Return (SBS | 2018), as Geum Na Ra
Dr. Frost (OCN | 2014), as Yoon Sung A
Drama Special: Nara’s Rain (KBS2 | 2013), as Na Ra
Crossing Yeongdo Bridge (KBS2 | 2011), as Baek Sul
My Bittersweet Life (KBS | 2011), as Go Eun Nim
Pasta (MBC | 2010), as a supporting character
Woman of Matchless Beauty, Park Jung Kum (MBC | 2008), as a supporting character

TV Shows

Kim Je Dong’s Talk To You 2 (JTBC | 2018), as a guest
Film and Music Lover (MBC FM4U | 2018), as the D
March: a Story of Friends (SBS | 2013), as the main host

Music Video Appearances

Looking Back on My Life (2018) – Lee Moon Sae
Sweet Love Virus (2013) – Wonhyoro 1-Ga 13-25
Just Smile Like That (2013) – Kwon Sun Kwan
Memory of the Wind (2012) – Naul
Heartsore Story (2011) – Wheesung

Awards

2014 Wildflower Film Awards – Best Actress – Nobody’s Daughter Hae Won
2014 KOFRA Film Awards – Best New Actress – Nobody’s Daughter Hae Won
2013 Korean Association of Film Critics Awards – Best New Actress – Nobody’s Daughter Hae Won
2013 Busan Film Critics Awards – Best New Actress – Nobody’s Daughter Hae Won
2013 Buil Film Awards – Best New Actress – Nobody’s Daughter Hae Won
2013 Cine 21 Awards – Female Actress of the Year – Nobody’s Daughter Hae Won
2013 Jeonju International Film Festival – Moët Rising Star Award – Nobody’s Daughter Hae Won
2011 Asia Model Festival Awards – CF Model Award – Jung Eun Chae

Nominations

2020 SBS Drama Awards – Excellence Award (Actress in a Miniseries Fantasy/Romance Drama) – The King: Eternal Monarch
2018 SBS Drama Awards – Excellence Award (Actress in a Wednesday-Thursday Drama) – Return
2014 Wildflower Film Awards – Best New Actor/Actress – Nobody’s Daughter Hae Won
2013 Blue Dragon Film Awards – Best New Actress – Nobody’s Daughter Hae Won
2013 Buil Film Awards – Best Actress – Nobody’s Daughter Hae Won
2013 Baeksang Arts Awards – Best New Actress (Film) – Nobody’s Daughter Hae Won
2011 KBS Drama Awards – Best New Actress – My Bittersweet Life

Quotes

“[The script for ‘Anna’] stood out the most among the scripts I read at the time. I could read through it from start to end so well. And after I finished it and closed the script book, I thought ‘this work has to be shown to the world.”

“I was curious why [Anna] script came to me, because it was a type of character that I had never been offered.”

“[Working on Anna] taught me to be more tolerant of myself and have more freedom… It gave me confidence and fall more deeply in love [with acting].”

“I like to show variations, whether inside or outside the frame. If I have to move within that similar connection, I think the actor should use their voice to increase the changes into the production even a little bit. But Pachinko was different. This time, I tried not to add my own interpretations into Kyung Hee’s feelings.”

“It was really interesting to see feedback for my character from viewers in different countries. Overseas audiences also give feedback on Korean works and the emotions delivered through their stories. Compared to when ‘Pachinko’ was released, I got more Instagram followers during the time ‘Anna’ was broadcast.”

FAQs

Who is Jung Eun Chae

She is a South Korean actress, model, and television host.

Who is Jung Eun Chae’s real name?

Her real name is Jung Sol Mi (정솔미).

What makes Jung Eun Chae famous?

She became famous as a model before expanding her career into acting and appearing in Korean movies such as Nobody’s Daughter Haewon (2013) and drama series such as The Guest (2018) and Anna (2023).

Where is Jung Eun Chae from?

She was born in Busan, South Korea.

How old is Jung Eun Chae?

She was born in 1986, and she is 28 years old as of 2024.

When does Jung Eun Chae celebrate her birthday?

She celebrates on the 24th of every November.

How tall is Jung Eun Chae?

Her height is 5’7″ or 170 cm.

Who are Jung Eun Chae’s parents?

She did not reveal the names of her father and mother.

Is Jung Eun Chae married?

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

Who is Jung Eun Chae’s ex-boyfriend?

Her ex-boyfriend is Jung Joon Il. Furthermore, she also used to be rumored to date Kase Ryo.

How rich is Jung Eun Chae?

Her net worth is around $1 million to $5 million.

What is Jung Eun Chae’s nationality?

Her nationality is South Korean.

It is pretty apparent that Jung Eun Chae is passionate about acting and performing. Her determination can easily be seen through each project she has worked on in the past.