Kim Go-Eun (김고은) is a South Korean actress, Her also known as Kim Ko Eun, She was born on 2nd July 1991 in Seoul, South Korea. Kim Go-Eun made her television debut in the hit cable series Cheese in the Trap, based on the popular webtoon of the same name. Her role in the drama not only brought her recognition but also earned her the prestigious Baeksang Arts Award for Best New Actress (Television), highlighting her impressive screen presence and natural talent. She also contributed her vocals to the soundtrack with the track “Attraction” by Tearliner, further showcasing her versatility as an artist.

Later in 2016, Kim Go-Eun co-starred in Kim Eun-sook’s fantasy megahit Guardian: The Lonely and Great God (Goblin), alongside Gong Yoo. The drama quickly became a cultural phenomenon across Asia, winning over critics and audiences alike. It was the first Korean cable drama to surpass 20% in ratings and continues to be considered one of the most iconic K-dramas in history, solidifying Kim’s reputation as a rising star.

In 2018, Kim appeared in Lee Joon-ik’s film Sunset in My Hometown, where she played a free-spirited country girl. To prepare for the role, she gained 8 kg and mastered a regional dialect, earning praise for her dedication and transformation. That same year, she was cast in the period romance Tune in for Love, further expanding her range as an actress.

She later portrayed a geisha and former kungnyŏ who joins the Korean independence movement in a historical epic, released in December 2022 after pandemic delays. The film grossed over $24 million domestically and ranked as the sixth highest-grossing film in South Korea that year.

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In 2021 and 2022, Kim Go-Eun starred in Yumi’s Cells, Korea’s first live-action/animation hybrid drama based on the beloved webtoon. The series aired for two seasons, blending heartfelt storytelling with unique visuals, and was named by NME as one of the 10 Best Korean Dramas of 2021.

Kim Go-Eun career soared to new heights with the 2024 occult-thriller Exhuma, co-starring Choi Min-sik. Playing a shaman, Kim captivated audiences with chilling rituals and emotionally charged performances. The film premiered at the 74th Berlin International Film Festival, topped the South Korean box office, and crossed 11 million admissions, grossing US$95 million, making it the highest-grossing Korean film of 2024. Her work earned her Best Actress honors at both the Baeksang Arts Awards and the Blue Dragon Film Awards, cementing her as one of Korea’s finest performers.

Looking ahead, Kim is set to star in the film adaptation of Sang Young Park’s bestselling novel Love in the Big City, portraying a free-spirited young woman whose deep friendship with an HIV-positive gay man forms the heart of a moving story about love, resilience, and life in modern Seoul.