Kim Ji Won’s Rise to Fame: A Tale of Talent, Not Controversy

“Kim Ji Won isn’t some rising actor, she has always been famous,” says a netizen in defense of the actress, whose recent surge in popularity has been the subject of much debate.

On April 9, a post titled “Why Are People Saying Kim Ji Won Is Overrated?” went viral. The author of the post passionately defended Kim Ji Won, asserting that her rise to fame was not due to Han So Hee’s recent controversy, but rather her own merits.

“Kim Ji Won has always been pretty since she was a child, and she is great at her profession. “All of her past dramas have been legendary, and she acts really well. She isn’t famous because of Han So Hee, but because she is a cool actress separate apart from Han So Hee.”

— Netizen

This statement was in response to some netizens who claimed that Kim Ji Won’s rise in fame was due to Han So Hee’s fall from grace, and that the actress was replacing her. This notion was further exacerbated when one of Korea’s most lucrative endorsements replaced Han So Hee with Kim Ji Won.

However, many netizens agreed with the author, crediting Kim Ji Won’s rise to her great acting skills, beauty, and reputation. They defended her against accusations of being overrated, praising her outstanding filmography and her ability to choose successful projects.

• “They are just trying to bring her down because she is pretty and acts well without any scandals. Haters need a controversy to hate her, but she doesn’t have any, so they are making things up. They are doing this because Kim Ji Won is perfect. Leave them be.”
• “Kim Ji Won isn’t overrated, she’s simply the best.”
• “They are saying she’s overrated when her filmography is outstanding, lol. These days, haters will say you’re overrating anyone that you compliment. It’s due to their own insecurities. She is someone who started from small roles.”
• “Aren’t people who say she’s overrated underrating her? This is so stupid. I might feel this way because I just saw a post about her being snubbed at the Baeksang Awards, but why are there so many people criticizing her?”
• “She’s seriously not overrated. She has always been a top actress.”
• “She is really good at choosing her project… These days, it’s hard for actors to make it without their projects going viral, and she’s always does.”
• “Kim Ji Won isn’t some rising actor, she has always been famous. I just think this is all BS.”

As the debate continues, one thing remains clear: Kim Ji Won’s talent and hard work have earned her a place in the spotlight, independent of any controversy. Her story serves as a reminder that true success in the entertainment industry comes from dedication, skill, and the ability to captivate audiences – all qualities that Kim Ji Won undoubtedly possesses.