Han Hyo-joo facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Han Hyo-joo
Han in July 2024
Born	Han Ji-yeong (1987-02-22) February 22, 1987 (age 38) Yullryang-dong, Cheongju, North Chungcheong Province, South Korea
Education	Dongguk University – Department of Theatre and Film
Occupation	Actress model singer
Years active	2003–present
Agent	BH Entertainment FlaMme [ja]
Height	170 cm (5 ft 7 in)
Korean name
Hangul	한효주
Hanja	韓孝周
Revised Romanization	Han Hyoju
McCune–Reischauer	Han Hyoju

Han Hyo-joo (Hangul: 한효주; born Han Ji-yeong, February 22, 1987) is a famous South Korean actress. She is known for her amazing roles in many TV shows and movies. Some of her most popular TV series include Brilliant Legacy (2009), Dong Yi (2010), W (2016), Happiness (2021), and Moving (2023).

She has also starred in hit films like Masquerade (2012), Cold Eyes (2013), and The Beauty Inside (2015). Han Hyo-joo has won many awards for her acting, showing how talented she is!

Early Life and Education

Han Hyo-joo was born in Cheongju, South Korea. Her mom was a teacher, and her dad was an air force officer. She was first named Han Ji-yeong, but she changed it to Han Hyo-joo when she was in third grade.

When she was younger, Han Hyo-joo was very good at sports, especially track and field. After middle school, she moved to Seoul for high school. She later went to Dongguk University to study Theater and Film, graduating in 2010.

Acting Journey

Starting Out (2003–2006)

Han Hyo-joo was first discovered in a beauty contest in 2003. She started her acting career in a TV comedy show called Nonstop 5. She also appeared in the movie My Boss, My Teacher.

She became more well-known after starring in the TV drama Spring Waltz. In 2006, she won her first acting awards for her role in the independent film Ad-lib Night. This film helped her show off her acting skills.

Becoming a Star (2007–2010)

Han Hyo-joo became very popular with two successful TV shows. First, she starred in Heaven & Earth in 2007. Then, she played a main role in the adventure series Iljimae in 2008. Both shows were big hits and made her a household name in Korea.

She also filmed a movie called Heaven's Postman with pop star Jaejoong. Her biggest breakthrough came in 2009 with the drama Brilliant Legacy. This show was a huge success, with very high viewership ratings. It made her a superstar and popular across Asia.

Han Hyo-joo in 2010

In 2010, Han Hyo-joo played the main character in the historical drama Dong Yi. This series was also a big hit in Korea and other Asian countries. For her amazing performance, she won several acting awards, including the top prize at the MBC Drama Awards and Best Actress at the Baeksang Arts Awards.

Movie Roles (2011–2015)

In 2011, Han Hyo-joo starred in the romantic film Always. It was the opening film at the Busan International Film Festival. She also helped people with hearing or visual impairments by narrating a special version of a Japanese film.

In 2012, she played the queen in the historical blockbuster Masquerade. This film became one of the highest-grossing Korean movies ever! She also starred in the romantic comedy Love 911.

Han Hyo-joo at the 34th Blue Dragon Film Awards in November 2013

In 2013, Han Hyo-joo starred in the action thriller Cold Eyes. The movie was a box office success. She won Best Actress awards from the Blue Dragon Film Awards and Buil Film Awards for her role.

She also ventured into Japanese cinema with the film Miracle: Devil Claus' Love and Magic. In 2015, she starred in the musical film C'est Si Bon. This was followed by the romantic comedy The Beauty Inside, where her character falls in love with a man who changes his appearance every day.

Return to TV and Global Projects (2016–Present)

In 2016, Han Hyo-joo made a big return to TV with the fantasy series W. She starred alongside Lee Jong-suk. This show was highly anticipated and she won a Top Excellence award for her acting.

Han Hyo-joo in 2017

In 2019, Han Hyo-joo joined the cast of an American TV series called Treadstone. This was a spin-off from the famous Bourne movie series, marking her entry into Hollywood.

In 2021, she starred in the exciting apocalyptic thriller drama Happiness. She played a member of a special police squad dealing with a mysterious virus outbreak.

In 2022, Han Hyo-joo starred in the adventure film The Pirates: The Last Royal Treasure. She played Hae-rang, the captain of a pirate ship.

In 2023, she starred in the popular Disney+ series Moving. For her role in Moving, she won the first-ever Best Actress award in the Series Category at the 59th Grand Bell Awards.

Personal Life

Han Hyo-joo is very good at languages! She can speak Korean, English, and Japanese fluently.

Helping Others

Han Hyo-joo cares about helping people. She has donated money to the Asan Medical Center. Her donations help young patients get the treatment they need, especially for surgeries, so that money problems don't stop them from getting well.

Filmography

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Awards and Achievements

Han Hyo-joo has won many awards for her acting. Here are some of her most important ones:

• 2006: Best New Actress for Ad-lib Night at the Korean Association of Film Critics Awards.
• 2009: Excellence Award for Brilliant Legacy at the SBS Drama Awards.
• 2010: Grand Prize (Daesang) and Popularity Award for Dong Yi at the MBC Drama Awards.
• 2011: Best Actress for Dong Yi at the 47th Baeksang Arts Awards.
• 2013: Best Leading Actress for Cold Eyes at the 34th Blue Dragon Film Awards.
• 2016: Top Excellence Award for W at the 5th APAN Star Awards and MBC Drama Awards.
• 2022: Popular Star Award for Happiness at the 1st Blue Dragon Series Awards.
• 2023: Best Actress in a Series for Moving at the 59th Grand Bell Awards.

See also

In Spanish: Han Hyo-joo para niños