Kim Ji-min (actress)
A young South Korean actress who transitioned from a child star in historical dramas to a promising talent under a major entertainment agency.
Born 2000 (age 26)·South Korean actress·Birthday: February 12·Generation Z
Biography
Kim Ji-min entered the South Korean entertainment industry as a child, landing roles that showcased a maturity beyond her years. She first caught public attention with her performance in the 2013 historical drama 'Goddess of Fire,' a role that required navigating complex emotional terrain. Her follow-up in 'Pluto Secret Society' the next year demonstrated her versatility in a different genre. Rather than burning out, she strategically navigated her career into adolescence, a notoriously difficult transition for young actors. In 2020, she signed with the powerhouse agency SM C&C, a move signaling a serious commitment to her craft and positioning her for a new chapter as an adult performer. Her journey reflects the quiet determination of a young artist building a lasting career on her own terms.
Generation Z
1997–2012
Born into smartphones, social media, and school shootings. The most diverse generation in history. Pragmatic about money, fluid about identity, anxious about the climate. They do not remember a world before the internet.
Kim was born in 2000, placing them squarely in the Generation Z. The events that shaped this generation — social media, climate anxiety, and a pandemic — shaped the world they entered and the choices available to them.
#1 When Kim Was Born
The biggest hits of 2000
#1 Movie
How the Grinch Stole Christmas
Best Picture
Gladiator
#1 TV Show
Who Wants to Be a Millionaire
Kim's Life & Times
The world at every milestone
2000Born
Y2K passes without incident; contested Bush-Gore election
Gas: $1.51/galHome: $119,600Min wage: $5.15/hrPresident: Bill Clinton"Breathe" — Faith HillBest Picture: Gladiator
2005Started school
Hurricane Katrina devastates New Orleans; YouTube launches
Gas: $2.30/galHome: $167,500Min wage: $5.15/hrPresident: George W. Bush"We Belong Together" — Mariah CareyBest Picture: Crash
2013Became a teenager
Edward Snowden reveals NSA surveillance programs
Gas: $3.53/galHome: $152,800Min wage: $7.25/hrPresident: Barack Obama"Thrift Shop" — Macklemore & Ryan LewisBest Picture: 12 Years a Slave
2016Could drive
Donald Trump elected president; Brexit vote
Gas: $2.14/galHome: $181,700Min wage: $7.25/hrPresident: Barack Obama"Love Yourself" — Justin BieberBest Picture: Moonlight
2018Could vote
Royal wedding of Harry and Meghan; Parkland shooting
Gas: $2.72/galHome: $211,800Min wage: $7.25/hrPresident: Donald Trump"God's Plan" — DrakeBest Picture: Green Book
2021Turned 21
January 6 Capitol breach; COVID vaccines roll out globally
Gas: $3.01/galHome: $298,900Min wage: $7.25/hrPresident: Joe Biden"Levitating" — Dua LipaBest Picture: CODA
2026Age 26 today
Gas: $3.91/galPresident: Donald Trump
Key Achievements
- Played a significant role in the MBC historical drama 'Goddess of Fire' at the age of 13.
- Starred in the 2014 fantasy film 'Pluto Secret Society,' showcasing her range beyond historical genres.
- Became a managed artist under the prestigious SM C&C agency in 2020.
Did You Know?
She shares her name with a famous South Korean tattoo artist, leading to occasional mix-ups in search results.
Her role in 'Goddess of Fire' had her acting alongside veteran stars like Moon Geun-young.
She has maintained a relatively private personal life despite being in the industry from a young age.
“A character is a person you must understand, not a mask you put on.”
