BIO: Kim Tae Ri
Early Life and Education
Kim Tae Ri was born on April 24, 1990, in Seoul, South Korea. She graduated from Youngshin Girls’ High School and later earned a degree in Journalism and Communication from Kyung Hee University.
Acting Career
Kim Tae Ri began her acting career in theater before transitioning to film and television. Her breakthrough role came in 2016 with Park Chan-wook’s critically acclaimed film, The Handmaiden.
Notable Works
- The Handmaiden (2016): This film marked her debut and earned her widespread recognition and several awards.
- 1987: When the Day Comes (2017): A historical drama where she played a pivotal role.
- Little Forest (2018): A heartwarming film where she portrays a young woman returning to her rural hometown.
- Mr. Sunshine (2018): A historical drama series where she played the female lead, Ae-shin, a noblewoman who becomes a fighter for Korean independence.
- Space Sweepers (2021): A science fiction film where she played Captain Jang, the leader of a space scavenging crew.
- Twenty-Five Twenty-One (2022): A romance drama series where she played Na Hee-do, a high school fencer.
- Revenant (2023): A mystery thriller series where she played Gu San-yeong, possessed by an evil spirit.
Achievements and Recognition
Kim Tae Ri has received numerous awards throughout her career, including:
- Best New Actress at the Blue Dragon Film Awards for The Handmaiden.
- Best Actress for TV at the Baeksang Arts Awards for Twenty-Five Twenty-One.
- Various other awards for her performances in film and television dramas, solidifying her position as a prominent actress in South Korea.
