Updated on: 23 October, 2024 06:49 PM IST |Amruta Karulkar
Nam Ji-hyun, born on September 17, 1995, is a talented South Korean actress known for her versatile roles in both television dramas and films. Starting her career as a child actress, she has grown into one of the most beloved figures in the Korean entertainment industry. With her natural acting style and ability to portray strong, relatable female characters, Nam Ji-hyun has starred in a range of popular K-dramas, spanning romantic comedies to intense thrillers. Here are five of her most popular and critically acclaimed dramas that have captivated audiences worldwide.
1. Suspicious Partner (2017)
The story revolves around a young prosecutor, Noh Ji-wook (played by Ji Chang-wook), and a former judicial trainee, Eun Bong-hee, who are caught up in a mysterious murder case. As they try to solve the case, they gradually fall in love.Nam Ji-hyun plays Eun Bong-hee, a lively and optimistic judicial trainee who is falsely accused of murder. Her character shows resilience in the face of injustice and forms a quirky but touching romance with Ji-wook as they work together to uncover the truth.
2. 100 Days My Prince (2018)
This period drama follows Lee Yul (played by EXO's D.O.), the Crown Prince who loses his memory and ends up living as a commoner for 100 days. During this time, he meets a clever village woman, Hong Shim, who helps him survive in the countryside.Nam Ji-hyun plays Hong Shim (Yeon Hong-sim), the oldest unmarried woman in her village, who is resourceful, independent, and witty. Her strong chemistry with the prince drives the show’s romantic and comedic elements. The series was a massive hit in Korea and internationally, and Nam's portrayal of Hong Shim earned her wide acclaim.
3. The Witch's Diner (2021)
The drama is set around a magical restaurant run by a witch, where customers come to have their wishes granted, but at a high price. Nam Ji-hyun’s character gets involved in the witch's world after her life takes a difficult turn.Nam Ji-hyun plays Jung Jin, a woman who loses her job and boyfriend, causing her to partner with a witch (played by Song Ji-hyo) to run the mysterious restaurant. Her character represents an ordinary person thrown into an extraordinary situation, bringing warmth and heart to the fantastical plot.
4. Shopping King Louie (2016)
The series follows Louie (played by Seo In-guk), a chaebol heir who loses his memory and meets a sweet, down-to-earth woman from the countryside, Go Bok-shil. Together, they navigate life and love while Louie adjusts to his new identity.Nam Ji-hyun plays Go Bok-shil, a kindhearted and hard-working country girl who stumbles upon the amnesiac Louie. She helps him adjust to life as a regular person, and their journey together is filled with light-hearted moments and romantic tension. Her portrayal of Bok-shil was praised for its innocence and emotional depth.
5. 365: Repeat the Year (2020)
In this time-bending thriller, ten people are given the chance to travel back in time by one year to change their fate. However, they soon realise that altering their past comes with unexpected consequences.Nam Ji-hyun plays Shin Ga-hyun, a popular webtoon writer who takes the chance to go back in time and fix the mistakes in her life. However, as the story progresses, she becomes embroiled in a dark mystery as others who went back in time begin to die one by one. Her role highlights both her emotional range and her ability to handle intense, suspenseful plots.
