9 Interesting Facts about Ha Ji Won, the Highest Paid Actress - Turns Out She's Close Friends with V BTS

Kapanlagi.com - Ha Ji Won is a senior Korean actress who is still active in the industry, starring in many dramas and films. She has been acting since 1996, starring in a teenage drama called NEW GENERATION REPORT: ADULTS DON'T UNDERSTAND US.

Thanks to her role in the drama SECRET GARDEN, her name skyrocketed and she has remained popular until now. She is a senior in the entertainment industry but has a friendly nature and always interacts with her juniors. With her acting skills and humble nature, it's no wonder she is still loved by her fans.

Curious about the interesting facts about Ha Ji Won? Let's find out more!

1. First Film Debut in 2000

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This 42-year-old actress has been involved in the Korean film industry since 2000. She starred in the film TRUTH GAME after fierce competition with 1500 candidates who would join the film until she was finally chosen. Thanks to her acting in this film, Ha Ji Won received the award for Best New Actress at the 2000 Grand Bell Awards.

2. Starring in the Drama 'SOMETHING HAPPENED IN BALI'

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In the drama that aired on one of the national TV channels and became a hit in 2004, it tells the story of a tour guide played by Ha Ji Won and set in Bali. She becomes a tour guide who is deceived by 3 tourists from Korea and gets involved in a complicated love story. With a tragic ending, the drama proves that life is not as beautiful as Korean dramas.

3. Totality in Acting

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Her acting skills are never taken lightly, she always gives her best in every role she plays. Like when she was about to star in a sci-fi fantasy film titled SECTOR 7, she spent hours practicing diving. Thanks to her efforts to delve into the character, Ha Ji Won obtained a scuba diving certificate that proves her total dedication in acting.

4. Becoming More Famous After Starring in 'SECRET GARDEN'

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The hit drama in 2010, SECRET GARDEN, brought her to the peak of success. In this romantic comedy drama, she played the role of Gil Ra Im and acted alongside Hyun Bin. Throughout its airing, the drama consistently received high ratings and won numerous awards such as the Netizen Popularity Award at the SBS Drama Awards 2010, Best Drama at the 47th Baeksang Arts Awards, and many other prestigious awards.

5. Establishing Own Agency

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In 2013, Ha Ji Won confirmed leaving the agency that had been representing her for 10 years, Wellmade STARM. Despite receiving numerous offers from various agencies with fantastic contracts, Ha Ji Won declined and decided to establish her own agency, Haewadal Entertainment.

6. Highest Paid Actress

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Having been in the acting industry for almost 24 years and starring in numerous dramas, films, and reality shows, it's no wonder that Ha Ji Won is included in the list of highest paid actresses. For each episode, she earns 41.35 US Dollars, equivalent to 50 million Won or Rp. 627.9 million. Considering her extensive experience and exceptional acting skills, it's not surprising that she receives a high payment.

7. Becoming Close Friends with V BTS

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Known as a humble and sociable senior, even with his juniors, like with the members of the boy group V BTS. He and V often share moments of togetherness when they meet. Their closeness began because they have the same hobbies, which are enjoying art and photography. Ha Ji Won has even given V many art books that she obtained while traveling abroad. She also attended a BTS concert to show support for her beloved dongsaeng.

8. Losing Her Younger Brother

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Ha Ji Won is a beautiful actress who comes from a family of 4 siblings, with 2 sisters and 1 brother. Her younger brother, named Jeon Tae Soo, was also a famous actor known for his role in SUNGKYUNKWAN SCANDAL. Unfortunately, on January 21, 2018, her brother was found dead by suicide after suffering from depression for a long time. This was a deep sorrow for Ha Ji Won, her family, and the Korean entertainment industry at that time.

9. Taking a Break from the Entertainment World

Ha Ji Won and Jeon Tae Soo ©Instagram.com/hajiwon1023

This beautiful actress once took a 2-year break from the entertainment world. She decided to go on hiatus from the industry in 2017 after starring in the drama HOSPITAL SHIP. In addition, there was sad news in 2018 when she lost her beloved brother, but she finally returned in 2019 by starring in the drama CHOCOLATE, which successfully healed the longing of her fans.

Remaining charming at the age of 42, it turns out that Ha Ji Won has a series of interesting facts that must be known if you are a big fan of hers!

Author: Safira Damayanti

(kpl/mag/mit)