Kim Sae-ron, South Korean Actress Known for ‘A Brand New Life’ and ‘The Man From Nowhere,’ Dies at 24

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24-year-old Kim Sae-ron, a rising star in the South Korean acting world who gained recognition for her roles in ‘A Brand New Life’ (2009) and ‘The Man From Nowhere’ (2010), which was the highest-grossing South Korean film of 2010, has tragically passed away.

I tragically discovered my lifeless body at home in Seoul on a Sunday, as a friend who was supposed to hang out with me found me instead. The authorities, speaking to South Korea’s Yonhap News Agency, mentioned that there were no immediate signs of foul play, but they are delving into the details surrounding my untimely demise.

Kim, who hails from Seoul and was born in the year 2000, kick-started her acting journey as a child artist. It’s said that she was one of the youngest artists to be invited to Cannes for her performance in “A Brand New Life.” Following this, she appeared in “The Man From Nowhere” and the 2012 movie titled “The Neighbor.”

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Kim, a Seoul native born in 2000, launched her acting career as a child artist. She reportedly became one of the youngest artists to receive an invitation to Cannes for her work in “A Brand New Life.” Later, she acted in “The Man From Nowhere” and the 2012 film “The Neighbor.

As a gamer, I’ve got quite an impressive acting resume under my belt. I starred in films like “A Girl at My Door” (2014), “Snowy Road” (2015), and “The Villagers” (2018). You might also recognize me from the TV series “Mirror of the Witch” (2016) and “Bloodhounds” (2023). I’ve been fortunate enough to win awards for my performances in “A Brand New Life,” “The Man From Nowhere,” “A Girl At My Door,” “Snowy Road,” and “Mirror of the Witch.

In the year 2022, she collided her vehicle with a guardrail and a transformer, leading to charges of driving while intoxicated. This accident caused power outage for approximately three hours in nearby areas, as reported by Yonhap. Subsequently, she was penalized with a fine amounting to 20 million won.

In 2024, Kim aimed to make a comeback in acting through a part in a stage production. However, due to a scandal and health concerns, she decided to withdraw from the role, as reported by Yonhap.

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2025-02-16 22:24