Did you know that before becoming a star in dramas like “Descendants of the Sun”, Kim Ji Won was almost a K-pop idol? Yes, you read that right! Our beloved actress had quite the musical beginnings and even went by the stage name “JessicaK.”
Early Music Career
Kim Ji Won started her journey in the entertainment world as a background singer for the popular artist Younha. Though she wasn’t a formal K-pop trainee, she was deeply involved in music. She sang, danced, and played the piano. Can you imagine her performing on stage? In 2008, she even appeared in Younha’s music video “Gossip Boy.” There were plans for her to debut as a singer with the name JessicaK. It’s fascinating to think about how different her career could have been!
Moving to Acting
But life had other plans for Kim Ji Won. Her first big step towards acting came when she starred in a commercial for LG Cyon’s Lollipop 2 in 2010, alongside the popular group Big Bang. This commercial earned her the adorable nickname “Lollipop Girl.” Not stopping there, she also became known as the “Oran C Girl” after a fun commercial for a carbonated drink.
Then, film director Jang Jin saw her talent and offered her a role in the 2011 movie “Romantic Heaven”. This was her first acting role and it really helped kickstart her acting career. Talk about being in the right place at the right time!
Rising to Fame
Kim Ji Won’s big break came with her role in the 2011 sitcom “High Kick: Revenge of the Short Legged”. People started to notice her, and she quickly became a rising star. She then went on to act in popular dramas like “The Heirs”, “Mr. Sunshine”, “Lovestruck in the City” and her recent hit “Queen of Tears” brought her a global fame.
Also, her role in the “Descendants of the Sun” made her a household name not just in South Korea, but all around the world. It’s no wonder she’s such a beloved actress!
Isn’t it amazing how things turn out? We can’t wait to see where her career goes from here!
(Source: Wikipedia)