Kim Da-mi
- Actress
With striking intensity, emotional precision, and a fearless approach to complex roles, Kim Da-mi has established herself as one of South Korea’s most distinctive actresses of her generation. Known for her commanding screen presence and versatility, she is frequently praised for performances that balance raw power with emotional restraint.
Kim Da-mi began her career in independent film, gaining early recognition for her naturalistic acting style and strong immersion into character. Her major breakthrough came with the action-mystery film The Witch: Part 1 - The Subversion (2018), where her performance was widely acclaimed for its physical intensity, dramatic transformation, and psychological complexity. The role quickly positioned her as a breakout talent within the Korean film industry.
She achieved international popularity through television with Itaewon Class (2020), portraying the bold, sharp-tongued, and ambitious Jo Yi-seo. The character became one of the most talked-about female roles of the year, earning Kim critical praise for redefining the modern female lead in Korean dramas. She later demonstrated a more restrained and introspective side in Our Beloved Summer (2021), a romantic drama reuniting her with co-star Choi Woo-sik, delivering a nuanced performance centered on emotional growth and unresolved relationships.
In film, Kim has remained selective, favoring character-driven projects that allow for emotional depth and experimentation. Her performance in Soulmate (2023) further highlighted her sensitivity and realism, reinforcing her reputation as an actress capable of both intensity and quiet vulnerability. She has also delivered further projects including Nine Puzzles (2025) and A Hundred Memories (2025), that expand her range into mystery and melodrama genres
Known for maintaining a low-profile public image, Kim Da-mi is often regarded as an actress focused on craft rather than celebrity. With consistent critical recognition and a growing body of acclaimed work across film and television, she continues to shape a career defined by versatility, discipline, and strong audience connection.
Kim Da-mi began her career in independent film, gaining early recognition for her naturalistic acting style and strong immersion into character. Her major breakthrough came with the action-mystery film The Witch: Part 1 - The Subversion (2018), where her performance was widely acclaimed for its physical intensity, dramatic transformation, and psychological complexity. The role quickly positioned her as a breakout talent within the Korean film industry.
She achieved international popularity through television with Itaewon Class (2020), portraying the bold, sharp-tongued, and ambitious Jo Yi-seo. The character became one of the most talked-about female roles of the year, earning Kim critical praise for redefining the modern female lead in Korean dramas. She later demonstrated a more restrained and introspective side in Our Beloved Summer (2021), a romantic drama reuniting her with co-star Choi Woo-sik, delivering a nuanced performance centered on emotional growth and unresolved relationships.
In film, Kim has remained selective, favoring character-driven projects that allow for emotional depth and experimentation. Her performance in Soulmate (2023) further highlighted her sensitivity and realism, reinforcing her reputation as an actress capable of both intensity and quiet vulnerability. She has also delivered further projects including Nine Puzzles (2025) and A Hundred Memories (2025), that expand her range into mystery and melodrama genres
Known for maintaining a low-profile public image, Kim Da-mi is often regarded as an actress focused on craft rather than celebrity. With consistent critical recognition and a growing body of acclaimed work across film and television, she continues to shape a career defined by versatility, discipline, and strong audience connection.
