Park So Jin

Park So Jin, who’s more known by her mononym stage name Sojin, is a South Korean singer and actress.

She gained recognition as a member of former group Girl’s Day before shifted her career as an actress and appearing in various drama series such as Hot Stove League (2019), Sh**ting Stars (2022), and Alchemy of Souls (2022).

Career

Before turning into an actress, Park So Jin debuted as a member of the KPop girl group Girl’s Day in 2010 under Dream Tea Entertainment.

However, she decided to leave Dream Tea Entertainment in 2019 to pursue her acting and solo career.

Later in the same year, she signed a new contract with Noon Company and had a role in the Vroom Vroom Pegasus Market.

She also acted in the theatrical play The Perfect Other in 2021, showcasing both her acting and singing abilities.

Besides singing and acting, she also has a knack for being a host and commanding the audience.

She had been chosen as the main host of several TV shows such as My Daughter’s Men (2017), Follow Me 10 (2018), Got Ya! GWSN (2018), and many more.

Profile

Real Name: Park So Jin (박소진)
Stage Name: Sojin (소진)
Nickname: So Jin
Birthday: May 21, 1986
Birthplace: Daegu, South Korea
Zodiac Sign: Gemini
Nationality: South Korean
Religion: Protestant
Professions: Actress, Songwriter, Singer
Education:
Lee Hyun Elementary School;
Seojin Middle School;
Kyungduk Girls’ High School;
Yeungnam University (Major in Mechanical Engineering)
Hobbies: Browsing YouTube videos, cleaning, and shopping
Facebook: –
Twitter: @Girls_Day_Sojin
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Instagram: @ssozi_sojin
TikTok: –
YouTube: 소진스럽

Height, Weight, & Physical Appearance

Height: 167 cm (5’6”)
Weight: 49.5 kg (109 lbs)
Blood Type: AB
Hair Color: Black
Eye Color: Black
Body Measurements: –
Shoe Size: –
Dress Size: –

Family

Father: –
Mother: –
Brother: –
Sister: –

Boyfriend & Dating History

D.O (EXO)

So Jin was linked to D.O, a member of EXO and its sub-unit EXO-K, in early 2014. Their dating rumors spread due to various anonymous posts online that claim both of them have couple items and exchange secret messages.

Although it died down for a while, the speculation sparked again in January 2015 as she posted a photo of her nail art, where one of them had “I ♡ DO” written on her nail.

Their dating rumors circulated for around two years even though neither side has ever acknowledged them.

Eddy Kim

In June 2017, SBS, one of the most prominent South Korean television and radio broadcasters, released an exclusive report that So Jin is dating Eddy Kim, a South Korean singer.

According to the report, the pair became close after working together on variety TV show I’m A Movie Director, Too in 2016 and began their relationship in April 2017.

Even though both of their representative agencies denied the report at first, they finally confirmed that the couple is indeed having romance.

Unfortunately, they chose to part ways in December 2017 due to busy schedules.

Lee Dong Ha

So Jin announced her marriage with Lee Dong Ha, who’s a Korean actor, through her fan cafe in October 2023.

They held their private wedding reception in Seoul, in November 2023, which attended by family members and close friends only.

Net Worth

Multiple sources estimated her net worth to be around $1 million to $5 million. She seems to earn most of her income by working as an actress and singer in the South Korean entertainment industry.

Plastic Surgery

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

Facts

Park So Jin joined a vocal club back in the university and it made her want to become a singer.
She was the leader of the KPOP girl group Girl’s Day under Dream Tea Entertainment.
Prior to debuting with Girl’s Day, she was a vocal coach for the KPOP boy band Ulala Session.
So Jin composed several Girl’s Day songs like Telepathy, Girl’s Day World, and Let’s Go, and co-composed the lyrics for I Don’t Mind.
She won an award in Mathematics during high school.
Park So Jin was an Engineering Student back at Yeongnam University. She was one of the only eight women out of the 800 Engineering understudies at that University.
She is great at playing the piano and doing calligraphy.
So Jin can impersonate a Yorkshire Terrier’s sound.
She likes dolls.
So Jin’s ideal type is someone who has strong eyes and a positive perspective. She also likes someone who is devoted and mindful.

Movies

Moradong (TBA), as Kang Hye Young
Spring Day (2022), as Eun Ok
Tomorrow’s Lovers (2021), as Son Ae
The Grotesque Mansion (2021), as Choi Sun Hwa
Sparrow (2020), as a guest role
Zombie Crush in Heyri (2020), as Kim Ga Yeon
Recipe For Happiness (2020), as Jung Soo

Drama Series

Delightfully Deceitful (tvN | 2023), as Mo Jae In
True to Love (ENA | 2023), as Lee Yoo Jung
Alchemy of Souls: Light and Shadow (tvN | 2022), as Ju Wol
May It Please The Court (Disney+ | 2022), as Jang Yi Yeon
Alchemy of Souls (tvN | 2022), as Ju Wol
tvN O’PENing: Don’t Announce Your Husband’s Death (tvN | 2022), as the main character
Sh**ting Stars (tvN | 2022), as Jo Ki Peum
2021 Summer Drama Collage: Monster Mansion (Olleh TV | 2021), as Choi Sun Hwa
Drama Festa: Recipe For Happiness (JTBC | 2020), as Jung Soo
The Spies Who Loved Me (MBC | 2020), as Bae Du Rae
The King: Eternal Monarch (SBS | 2020), as Jo Hae In
Vroom Vroom Pegasus Market (tvN | 2019), as Jenny
Hot Stove League (SBS | 2019), as Kim Young Chae
Oh! Dear Half-Basement Goddesses (2017), as Myung Ha
Hong Ik Super (Naver TV Cast | 2017), as Seo Yeon Hee
The Family Is Coming (SBS | 2015), as Choi Dong Joo
Best Wedding (TV Chosun | 2014), as Lee Yu Ri
The Dramatic (MBC every1 | 2013), as So Jin
I Trusted Him (MBC | 2011), as a side character

TV Shows

On and off (tvN | 2020), as a guest
My Daughter’s Men Season 4 (E-Channel | 2018), as the main host
Follow Me 10 (E-Channel | 2018), as the main host
Got Ya! GWSN (Mnet | 2018), as the main host
My Daughter’s Men Season 3 (E-Channel | 2018), as the main host
Amazing Saturday (tvN | 2018), as a guest
Talkmon (tvN | 2018), as a guest
Master Key (SBS | 2017), as a guest
My Daughter’s Men 2: Dad is Watching (E-Channel | 2017), as the main host
Looking For Trouble (JTBC | 2017), as the main host
Crime Scene: Season 3 (JTBC | 2017), as a guest
Leaving Together in Empty Room (MBC | 2017), as a regular member
K-RUSH (KBS1 | 2017), as a guest
New Yang Nam Show (Mnet | 2017), as a guest
A Week of Romance Season 4 (MBC every1 | 2017), as a regular member
Life Bar (tvN | 2016), as a guest
Abnormal Summit: Season 2 (JTBC | 2016), as a guest
Law of the Jungle in Papua New Guinea (SBS | 2016), as a guest
Idol Star Olympics Championships New Year Special (MBC | 2016), as a regular member
Idol Star Athletics Championships Chuseok Special (MBC | 2015), as a regular member
Girl’s Day’s One Fine Day (MBC every1 | 2015), as a regular member
King of Mask Singer (MBC | 2015), as a guest
Same Bed, Different Dreams (SBS | 2015), as a guest
Problematic Men (tvN | 2015), as a guest
Idol Star Athletics Championships New Year Special (MBC | 2015), as a regular member
Idol School (MBC | 2014), as the main host
Star Gazing (MBC | 2014), as a guest
Idol Star Athletics Championships (MBC | 2014), as a regular member
Hidden Singer: Season 2 (JTBC | 2013), as a guest
Idol Star Olympics Championships Chuseok Special (MBC | 2013), as a regular member
After School Club (Viki | 2013), as a guest
Real Men: Season 1 (MBC | 2013), as a guest
Hidden Singer: Season 1 (JTBC | 2012), as a guest
Miss and Mister Idol (MBC | 2012), as a regular member
Idol Star Olympics Championships (MBC | 2012), as a regular member
Idol Star Athletics – Swimming Championships (MBC | 2012), as a regular member
Weekly Idol (MBC every1 | 2011), as a guest
Healing Camp (SBS | 2011), as a guest
Immortal Songs: Singing the Legend (KBS1 | 2011), as a guest
Hello Counselor: Season 1 (KBS2 | 2010), as a guest
Running Man (SBS | 2010), as a guest
Let’s Go! Dream Team Season 2 (KBS2 | 2009), as a guest
Yoo Hee Yeol’s Sketchbook (KBS2 | 2009), as a guest
Live Talk Show Taxi (tvN | 2007), as a guest
Vitamin (KBS2 | 2003), as a guest

Theaters

The Perfect Other (2021), as Bianca

Singles

On Rainy Days (2015), as a collaborator
Finale (2014), as a collaborator
Three Things I Want to Give You (2014), as a featured artist
In the Summer (2013), as the lead artist

Soundtrack Appearances

Everyday With You (2015) – Reply 1988
It Hurts (2015) – Mask
I Am Korea (2015) – I Am Korea
Ajjil Ajjil (2015) – Family Outing
I Want to Turn Back Time (2013) – Passionate Love
Our Love Like This (2011) – Flames of Desire

Nominations

2020 MBC Drama Award – Best New Actress – The Spies Who Loved Me

Quotes

“[In 2014] I appeared on KBS2‘s ‘Hello Counselor‘ and said I was worried about being 29 years old. At the time it seemed like a big issue. Now that I think about it, there is nothing so special about [being older].”

“I’ve been exercising to be physically fit since years ago, and I inherited nice skin from my mom.”

“It’d be great to be loved and stay together with my fans and members for a long time.”

FAQs

Who is Park So Jin?

She is a South Korean singer and actress.

Who is Park So Jin’s real name?

Her real name is Park So Jin (박소진).

What makes Park So Jin famous?

She became famous as a member of former group Girl’s Day before shifted her career as an actress and appearing in various drama series such as Hot Stove League (2019), Sh**ting Stars (2022), and Alchemy of Souls (2022).