Park Min Young is a South Korean actress who has achieved widespread popularity both domestically and internationally. Known for her role in the historical coming-of-age drama Sungkyunkwan Scandal (2010), Park Min-young (born March 4, 1986) is a South Korean actress. Since then, she has appeared in the television shows City Hunter (2011), Glory Jane (2011), Dr. Jin (2012), A New Leaf (2014), Healer (2014–2015), Remember (2015–2016), Queen for Seven Days (2017), What’s Wrong with Secretary Kim (2018), Her Private (2022).
Early Life and Education
Born on March 4, 1986, in Seoul, South Korea, Park Min Young is the youngest of three siblings. Her father owns an architecture firm while her mother is a housewife. Park received a theater degree from Seoul’s Dongguk University in February 2013.
Career
Park Min-young started her career as a model in 2005, then made her acting debut in an episode of the sitcom Unstoppable High Kick! (2006). She rose to fame in 2010 with a leading role in the hit period drama Sungkyunkwan Scandal. Park has since starred in the city hunter (2011), Glory Jane (2011), Dr. Jin (2012), A New Leaf (2014), Healer(2014–2015), Remember(2015–2016), and Queen for Seven Days(2017). In 2018, Park starred in the hit romantic comedy-drama What’s Wrong with Secretary Kim, based on the novel of the same name by Jung Kyung-Yoon. The series was a critical and commercial success, and Park received praise for her performance.
Her Private Life
Park will next star in the tvN drama Her Private Life, based on the webtoon of the same name by Kim Myeong-mi. The series will follow the story of a dedicated art gallery curator named Sung Duk-mi (Park), who is also a huge fan of boy bands and secretly runs an idol information blog called “Ace Diary.”
In addition to her successful career, Park is also known for her philanthropic work. She is an active supporter of several charities, including the Make-A-Wish Foundation and UNICEF. In 2016, she was named a goodwill ambassador for the latter organization.
Despite her rising fame, Park remains relatively down-to-earth. In a 2017 interview with Elle magazine, she spoke about how she likes to spend her free time: “I love going on hikes with my friends. We’ll hike up Mt. Bukhan or Seoraksan and have a little picnic lunch when we get to the top. I try to go at least once a month.”
Awards and Recognition
Park has won several awards for her acting, including the Baeksang Arts Award for Best New Actress in Television (2010) and the KBS Drama Award for Best Newcomer (2010). She was also named one of Forbes Korea Power Celebrity’s top 40 in 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, and 2017.
In 2018, Park was ranked first on TCCAsia’s “Most Influential Korean Stars in China,” and second on Gallup Korea’s “Actor of the Year” list.
Park Min-young is one of the most popular actresses in South Korea, with a large fan base both domestically and internationally. She is best known for her leading role in the hit period drama Sungkyunkwan Scandal and has since starred in several successful television shows and movies. Park is also a highly praised actress, winning several awards for her performances. In 2018, she was ranked first on TCCAsia’s “Most Influential Korean Stars in China” list and second on Gallup Korea’s “Actor of the Year” list. Park is a talented actress with a bright future ahead of her.
Endorsements
Some of Park’s endorsements include L’Oreal Paris, Laneige, Sunkist, and Olympus cameras.
In 2019, Park became the first Korean celebrity to endorse Celine, a luxury brand owned by LVMH.
Conclusion
Park Min Young is one of South Korea’s most popular actresses for good reason—she has talent and charisma to spare. Whether she’s playing a modern woman searching for love or a historical figure fighting for justice, she always gives it her all—and audiences can’t get enough. If you’re not already a fan, be sure to check out some of her most popular dramas—you’re sure to be hooked after just a few episodes!
