Nam Ji-hyun (남지현), born on September 17, 1995, in Bupyeong District, Incheon, is a South Korean actress under Management SOOP. She began her career as a child actress in 2004 and has since built a solid presence in both television and film.
- Full Name:Nam Ji-hyun
- Native Name:남지현
- Nicknames:Nam Ji
- Birthday:Sep 17, 1995 (30 years old)
- Blood Type:B
- Height/Weight:165 cm (5’5”) / 49 kg (108 lbs)
- Gender:Female
- Zodiac Sign:Virgo
- Chinese Zodiac:Pig
- Debut:2004
- Birthplace:Incheon, South Korea
- Nationality:South Korean
- Profession:Actress
- Language Skills:Korean (Native), English (Conversational)
- Current Agency:Management Soop
- Active Years:2004 – present (21 years)
Early Life
Nam Ji-hyun showed an aptitude for performance from an early age and made her acting debut before turning ten. Throughout her childhood, she frequently appeared as the younger counterpart of lead characters in major productions, quickly becoming a recognizable face to viewers.
Career
Nam Ji-hyun made her acting debut in the 2004 television drama Say You Love Me. Over the following years, she gained attention for playing younger versions of lead characters in hit series such as East of Eden (2008) and Queen Seondeok (2009), establishing herself as one of the most prominent child actresses of her generation.
Fun Facts
- She’s known for bursting into uncontrollable laughter on set, and the whole crew usually cracks up with her.
- Loves pulling harmless little pranks on co-stars, instantly lifting the mood.
- Surprisingly clumsy in real life — tripping or bumping into props is kind of her trademark.
- Has a habit of mimicking her co-actors’ expressions or gestures, which always ends up being hilariously cute.
- Can’t handle spicy food, and her over-the-top reactions are pure comedy gold.
- Proud cat mom of three — Tancoo, Mone, and Uyu — who often steal the spotlight from her.
- Fans jokingly call her the “chart-climbing icon” because her dramas’ ratings tend to rise steadily instead of dropping.
- International fans often describe her as “adorkable” — a mix of awkward and adorable at the same time.