Won Ji-an

Actress

South Korean Bucheon, Gyeonggi-do, South Korea Leo 175 cm

Quick Info

ProfessionActress
NationalitySouth Korean
Date of Birth17/08/1999
Age27 years
BirthplaceBucheon, Gyeonggi-do, South Korea
Zodiac SignLeo

Latest News about Won Ji-an

09/09/2026

The second season of the Disney+ series Made in Korea began airing on September 9, 2026, with Won Ji-an returning in a leading role. The season continues the story of the first season, which starred Hyun Bin and featured her as a Japanese-speaking yakuza-linked lobbyist. Her return extends the character she built in the original series.

15/01/2026

Won Ji-an starred as Ikeda Yuji, a powerful lobbyist and member of an Osaka yakuza organization, in the Disney+ series 'Made in Korea' which concluded on January 14, 2026. Her portrayal of the chilling character, who partners with the lead Baek Gi-tae played by Hyun Bin, featured flawless Japanese dialogue, restrained delivery, and captivating icy charisma that shifted the series' atmosphere. The role marked a significant transformation for the actress, earning praise from director Woo Min-ho who rarely casts female actors.

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Bio/Wiki

Birth nameKim In-seon
Stage nameWon Ji-an
AgencyHiin Entertainment

Physical Stats & More

Height175 cm
Weight50 kg
Eye ColorBlack
Hair ColorBlack

Educational Qualification(s)

College/UniversityKorea National University of Arts
Educational QualificationCurrently attending Department of Acting

Relationships & More

Marital StatusUnmarried

Career

Debut
Web SeriesD.P. (2021) on Netflix as 'Mun Yeong-ok'
FilmA Year-End Medley (2021) as 'Lim Ah-yeong'
TVIf You Wish Upon Me (2022) on KBS2 as 'Yoon Gyeo-ree'
StageFever of Youth (2021)
Awards
Best Rookie Actress award for the South Korean TV series 'If You Wish Upon Me' at the Korea First Brand Awards
Nominated for Best New Actress at the Blue Dragon Series Awards and Best New Actress (TV) at the Director's Cut Awards
2023 KBS Drama AwardsNominated for Best New Actress for Heartbeat
Notable Roles
Joo In-hae in Heartbeat (KBS2)
2024-2025Se-mi (Player 380) in Squid Game Season 2 (Netflix)
Surely Tomorrow (JTBC) opposite Park Seo-joon
2021-2023Mun Yeong-ok in D.P. (Netflix)
Kyung Da-jung in Hope or Dope (Seezn)
2025-2026Ikeda Yuji in Made in Korea (Disney+)
Lead role in Made in Korea Season 2
Recent Notes
Current StatusCurrently attending Korea National University of Arts and active as a South Korean actress.

Social Media

Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/wonjianolive

Some Lesser Known Facts

1. Won Ji-an is a talented South Korean actress. She will join the cast of 'Squid Game' Season 2 on Netflix in 2023.
2. In 2022, she starred as Kyung Da-jung in the crime drama series 'Hope or Dope' on Seezn.
3. Her breakout role was as Joo In-hae in the TV series 'Heartbeat' on KBS2 in 2023.
4. Apart from acting, she enjoys photography and shares her work on social media.
5. She was featured in Harper’s Bazaar magazine in October 2022.
6. Won Ji-an is known for her love of animals and has a pet cat.
7. Won Ji-an gained global attention for her role in Squid Game Season 2 in 2024.
8. Won Ji-an is a talented South Korean actress who gained global attention for her role in Squid Game Season 2 in 2024.
9. Her professional acting career began in 2021 with the stage play 'Fever of Youth'.
10. She is best known for her roles in D.P. (2021–2023), Heartbeat (2023), and Squid Game Season 2 (2024).
11. Won Ji-an is a talented South Korean actress. She was confirmed to join the cast of 'Squid Game' Season 2 on Netflix in June 2023.

Also born on 17 August

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