Kim Min-jung, widely known as Gong Min-jung, is a South Korean actress recognized for her work in films, television dramas, and independent cinema.
She gained wider attention through Hometown Cha-Cha-Cha and Marry My Husband. Her notable screen work also includes Kim Ji-young, Born 1982, Concrete Utopia, and One Dollar Lawyer.
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| Real Name: | Kim Min-jung |
| Stage Name: | Gong Min-jeung |
| Born: | September 30, 1986 (age 39 years old) |
| Place of Birth: | Seoul, South Korea |
| Nationality: | South Korean |
| Ethnicity: | Korean |
| Height: | 169 cm (5 feet 7 inches) |
| Religion: | Christianity |
| Parents: | Mr. and Mrs. Kim |
| Siblings: | 1 |
| Spouse: | Jang Jae-ho (2024) |
| Relationship: | Married |
| Children: | 1 |
| Occupation: | Actress |
| Net Worth: | $2 million |
Early Life and Education
Gong Min-jung was born on September 30, 1986, in Seoul, South Korea, to Mr. and Mrs. Kim. Her ethnicity is Korean.
She grew up alongside one younger brother. Her religion is Christianity. As a student, she became interested in acting after watching the musical Subway Line 1 and later took part in a school production. She studied Film Art at Konkuk University, where she earned a bachelor’s degree.
Career
Gong Min-jung began her acting career in the late 2000s through short films before making a steady transition into feature films and television.
Her early credits included A Perfect Sight, Your Time Is Up, and The Beauty Inside. She later appeared in several films by director Hong Sang-soo, including Yourself and Yours, On the Beach at Night Alone, and Grass.
Her breakthrough on television came as Pyo Mi-seon in Hometown Cha-Cha-Cha. She subsequently appeared in Little Women, One Dollar Lawyer, My Man Is Cupid, and Marry My Husband.
Her performance in One Dollar Lawyer earned her the Best Supporting Actress Award at the 2022 SBS Drama Awards. She has continued working in film, television, and theatre, including the 2026 stage production Mourning My Death.
Awards and Nominations
- 2020 — Bucheon International Fantastic Film Festival: Fantastic Best Actor Special Mention for Zombie Crush: Heyri — Winner
- 2022 — SBS Drama Awards: Best Supporting Actress for One Dollar Lawyer — Winner
Social Media
- Instagram: @greengreen_j
Net Worth
Gong Min-jung has an estimated net worth of $2 million USD. Her income comes mainly from her work as an actress in Korean films, television dramas, streaming productions, and theatre. Her appearances in successful productions such as Hometown Cha-Cha-Cha, Marry My Husband, Concrete Utopia, and One Dollar Lawyer have contributed to her professional earnings.
Personal Life
Gong Min-jung, 39 years old, is married to Jang Jae-ho. They married on September 6, 2024. There are no details about her past relationships.
She is the mother of one daughter, who was born on January 2, 2025. She has continued working in acting and theatre after becoming a mother. Her height is 169 cm (5 feet 7 inches).
Filmography
- Marry My Husband
- Hometown Cha-Cha-Cha
- Kim Ji-young, Born 1982
- Concrete Utopia
- Boyfriend on Demand