Introduction
Kim Jung-jin (김정진) is a South Korean actress, model, and beauty pageant titleholder best known for winning Sun (1st Runner-Up) at the prestigious Miss Korea 2015 competition. Representing the Sejong–Chungbuk region, she quickly gained national attention for her elegant appearance, tall physique, and academic background in chemistry.
After her pageant success, Kim transitioned into the Korean entertainment industry, building a career in television dramas, variety programs, and commercial appearances. Her acting credits include supporting roles in well-known Korean dramas such as Hwarang: The Poet Warrior Youth and Diary of a Prosecutor, along with appearances in several cable and web productions.
Kim Jung-jin represents a growing trend among modern Korean pageant winners who successfully transition into acting and media careers while maintaining a polished public image. With her background in science, her poised pageant experience, and her continued work in television, she has become a notable figure within Korea’s beauty-to-entertainment career pipeline.
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Profile
Full Name : Kim JungJin
Native Name : 김정진
Nationality : South Korean
Profession : Actress, Model, Beauty Pageant Titleholder
Industry Category : Film, Television, Fashion, Pageantry
Years Active : 2015 – Present
Basic Information : South Korean actress and former Miss Korea runner-up who began her career through national beauty pageants before transitioning into television dramas and media appearances
Date of Birth : May 30, 1994
Age : 31
Birthplace : Cheongju, Chungcheongbuk-do, South Korea
Current Residence : Seoul, South Korea
Height : 172 cm
Measurements : 34-24-35
Zodiac Sign : Gemini
Blood Type : B
Latest News
Kim Jung-jin continues to appear in Korean entertainment and media projects while balancing her personal life as a mother. Since signing with Ecl Entertainment in 2019, she has expanded her career in acting and broadcast appearances while maintaining an active presence on social media where she shares lifestyle, fashion, and wellness content.
Career
Early Life
Kim Jung-jin was born in Cheongju, South Korea. She pursued higher education at Gongju University where she studied chemistry, earning a bachelor’s degree from the College of Natural Sciences. Her academic background made her stand out among pageant contestants, combining scientific education with elegance and stage presence.
Acting Career
After her success in Miss Korea 2015, Kim entered the Korean entertainment industry. She appeared in television dramas including the historical drama Hwarang: The Poet Warrior Youth and later had roles in series such as Tell Me What You Saw and The Uncanny Counter. Her acting roles typically include supporting characters and guest appearances that showcase her refined screen presence.
Gravure Modeling Career
While not a traditional gravure model, Kim has participated in fashion editorials, promotional photoshoots, and beauty campaigns associated with pageant alumni and television personalities. Her tall frame and balanced proportions make her well suited for fashion and lifestyle content.
Filmography
Kim has appeared in several Korean television projects including the web drama My Girlfriend in My Hands and the JTBC drama Diary of a Prosecutor. She also participated in various entertainment and lifestyle broadcast programs.
Personal Life
Kim Jung-jin married a non-celebrity partner and is the mother of one daughter. Despite balancing family life, she remains active in entertainment and continues to pursue acting opportunities and media work.
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Career & Achievements
Agency / Management : Ecl Entertainment
Debut : Miss Korea 2015
Notable Works : Hwarang: The Poet Warrior Youth, Diary of a Prosecutor, Tell Me What You Saw, The Uncanny Counter
Magazine Features : Miss Korea promotional magazines, Korean fashion editorials
Runway Appearances : Miss Korea pageant runway events
TV / Media Appearances : Mico ON AIR: Casting Day, J Golf Magazine, Delicious Map Season 2, Delicious Map Season 3, Shop Meet
Awards & Recognition : Sun (1st Runner-Up) – Miss Korea 2015
Career Highlights : Transition from Miss Korea pageant winner to television actress and broadcast personality
Pageant Titles
Pageant Titles : Miss Korea Sun (1st Runner-Up)
Competition Results : Sejong–Chungbuk Representative – Miss Korea 2015
Crown Year : 2015
Advocacy / Platform : Beauty, wellness, and women’s career development
Fashion Style
Fashion Style : Elegant Korean fashion, modern feminine casual, lifestyle beauty styling
Visual Signature : Tall model-like silhouette with refined pageant elegance
Public Image : Graceful beauty queen turned television actress
Cultural Influence : Represents the modern pathway from Korean national pageants to television and media careers
Education
Education : Gongju University
Major : Chemistry
Languages : Korean, English
Hobbies : Yoga, Pilates
Special Skills : Swimming, Flute
Personal Interests : Fitness, wellness lifestyle, travel
Fun facts
Fun facts : Kim Jung-jin originally studied science before entering the entertainment industry through beauty pageants.
Behind-the-scenes notes : Her academic chemistry background made her one of the more unique contestants during the Miss Korea competition.
Lesser-known details : She balances acting activities with family life as a mother while remaining active on social media.
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