Chae Soo-bin
A versatile South Korean actress who moves seamlessly from historical dramas to modern rom-coms, known for her expressive eyes and nuanced emotional portrayals.
Born 1994 (age 32)·South Korean actress·Birthday: July 10·Millennials
Biography
Chae Soo-bin, born in 1994, entered the entertainment world through music video appearances before landing a supporting role in the hit period drama 'Love in the Moonlight'. That breakthrough showcased her ability to hold her own alongside major stars. She quickly proved her range, carrying the quirky 'Strongest Deliveryman' as a resilient part-timer, then embodying a complex independence fighter in the gritty series 'The Rebel'. Her choices are deliberate, avoiding typecasting by jumping between genres—from office romance in 'Where Stars Land' to supernatural thriller in 'The Witch's Diner'. With a calm, focused demeanor off-screen, she builds characters through subtle gestures and a compelling sincerity, establishing herself as a reliable lead who elevates every project she joins.
Millennials
1981–1996
The first digital natives. Grew up with the internet, came of age during 9/11 and the 2008 crash. Highly educated, deeply indebted, slower to marry and buy houses. Redefined work, identity, and what it means to be an adult.
Chae was born in 1994, placing them squarely in the Millennials. The events that shaped this generation — the internet revolution, 9/11, and the 2008 financial crisis — shaped the world they entered and the choices available to them.
#1 When Chae Was Born
The biggest hits of 1994
#1 Movie
The Lion King
Best Picture
Forrest Gump
#1 TV Show
Seinfeld
Chae's Life & Times
The world at every milestone
1994Born
Nelson Mandela elected president of South Africa
Gas: $1.11/galHome: $90,400Min wage: $4.25/hrPresident: Bill Clinton"The Sign" — Ace of BaseBest Picture: Forrest Gump
1999Started school
Columbine shooting; Y2K panic builds
Gas: $1.17/galHome: $113,900Min wage: $5.15/hrPresident: Bill Clinton"Believe" — CherBest Picture: American Beauty
2007Became a teenager
iPhone released; Great Recession begins
Gas: $2.80/galHome: $172,600Min wage: $5.85/hrPresident: George W. Bush"Irreplaceable" — BeyonceBest Picture: No Country for Old Men
2010Could drive
Deepwater Horizon oil spill; iPad launched
Gas: $2.79/galHome: $147,800Min wage: $7.25/hrPresident: Barack Obama"Tik Tok" — KeshaBest Picture: The King's Speech
2012Could vote
Curiosity rover lands on Mars; Sandy Hook shooting
Gas: $3.64/galHome: $143,200Min wage: $7.25/hrPresident: Barack Obama"Somebody That I Used to Know" — GotyeBest Picture: Argo
2015Turned 21
Paris climate agreement; same-sex marriage legalized in the US
Gas: $2.43/galHome: $171,900Min wage: $7.25/hrPresident: Barack Obama"Uptown Funk" — Mark Ronson ft. Bruno MarsBest Picture: Spotlight
2024Turned 30
AI reshapes industries; Paris Olympics
Gas: $3.31/galHome: $372,000Min wage: $7.25/hrPresident: Joe Biden"Espresso" — Sabrina CarpenterBest Picture: Anora
2026Age 32 today
Gas: $3.91/galPresident: Donald Trump
Key Achievements
- She won the Best New Actress award at the 2016 KBS Drama Awards for her role in 'Love in the Moonlight'.
- She starred as the female lead in the 2017 drama 'The Rebel', a significant and demanding historical role.
- She played the lead in the 2021 Disney+ original series 'Rookie Cops', marking her entry into global streaming platforms.
- She headlined the 2018 drama 'Where Stars Land' set in Incheon International Airport.
Did You Know?
She is a trained pianist and has played the piano in several of her drama roles.
She majored in Film and Musical Studies at Kaywon University of Art and Design.
She made her acting debut in the 2014 music video for K.Will's song 'You Don't Know Love'.
She is an ambassador for the Korean Red Cross.
“I want to be an actress who can show various sides of myself through diverse roles.”
