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5 things to know about K-drama actress Kim So-hyun, the star of Netflix’s Love Alarm who can never find time for dating

At 21, Kim So-hyun must be one of the hardest working actresses in K-drama based on filmography so far. Photo: @wow_kimsohyun/Instagram

Despite her young age, Kim So-hyun became a household name thanks to her roles in more than 40 dramas and movies over the past 14 years. As she turns 21 this June 4, here are some things to know about the experienced actress.

 

1. She has starred in more than 40 dramas and movies

Kim So-hyun debuted as a 7-year old child actress in a 2006 drama titled Drama City which was followed by more roles in dramaland. As of May 2020, she’s appeared in more than 40 K-dramas and movies. In 2012, she was thrust into the limelight when she played the young queen Yoon Bo-kyung in Moon Embracing the Sun and a bullied student Lee Soo-yeon in Missing You.

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2. She has never dated anyone 

Her thriving career means that her schedule is constantly jam-packed. As a consequence, she has never dated anyone. She revealed to website Soompi, “I had no interest in the opposite sex. There were a lot of people around me who were dating, but I didn’t really have that.” Due to her lack of experience in the romance department, she watches dramas to fully immerse herself in the role. So far, we think she’s been successful.

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3. She seamlessly transitioned to adult roles

 

Unlike most child actors, the transition to adult actor doesn’t seem to be a problem for this talented actress. According to her, she’s enjoyed continued success by simply focusing on the role she was given. She shared, “I think the viewers felt comfortable since I approached them naturally without any calculations. I also get answers through trial and error.”

4. She seizes every opportunity

 

Despite her long list of acting credentials, Kim So-hyun doesn’t think she’s a workaholic. Instead, she simply wants to seize every opportunity and play every role that she wants. Otherwise, she might regret it later.

While we don’t know what the future holds, the talented actress hopes to shoot meaningful short films and independent movies.

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5. She is starring in Love Alarm season 2

Fans will be happy to know that she’ll return to Netflix in August 2020 for Love Alarm’s second season. The drama focuses on the Love Alarm app which can determine if someone nearby is falling in love with the user.

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The young star started out as a child actress at age 7 and has so far appeared in more than 40 dramas and movies