고윤정 · Korean Actress
GO
YOUNJUNG
A visionary presence in modern cinema. From the ethereal depths of Alchemy of Souls to the visceral intensity of Moving.
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The Artist
GO YOUN-JUNG | 고윤정
Go Youn-jung (고윤정, born April 22, 1996) is a South Korean actress and model who has rapidly ascended as one of Korea's most compelling on-screen talents. She studied Contemporary Art at Seoul Women's University before her modeling career opened the door to acting.
She made her acting debut in 2019 with He Is Psychometric, followed by notable supporting turns in Sweet Home (2020) and Law School (2021). Her breakthrough arrived with Alchemy of Souls Season 2 (2022), where her dual role as Nak-su and Jin Bu-yeon showcased extraordinary range.
In 2023, her role as Jang Hui-soo in the Disney+ superhero epic Moving earned her the Best New Actress Award at the Asia Contents Awards and the 3rd Blue Dragon Series Awards — cementing her status as a leading force in Korean cinema.
2019
Active Since
8+
Major Roles
5
Awards
Brand Ambassadorships
고윤정 · TOP SERIES
A selection of her most defining series
Top Performances · 2019—2026
Disney+ Original Series2023
장희수 · Jang Hui-soo
A masterpiece role. Her brilliant performance earned her Best New Actress at the Blue Dragon Series Awards.
Netflix Original Series2026
차무희 · Cha Mu-hee
A top-tier actress navigating a complex romance in a global mega-hit that topped worldwide charts.
tvN / Netflix2022–2023
진부연 · Jin Bu-yeon
A powerful sorceress inhabiting a new body. This series built her massive international fandom.
Netflix Original Series2020
박유리 · Park Yu-ri
A brave survivor facing monsters. This dark thriller marked her global breakout to massive audiences.
The Journey
We Are All Trying Here
Byeon Eun-ah | LEAD ROLE
A deeply emotional drama exploring the complex lives, struggles, and growth of individuals trying to find their place in a demanding society. Go Youn-jung delivers a poignant performance as Byeon Eun-ah, navigating the heavy expectations of modern life while searching for her own authentic path and healing from past wounds.
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Can This Love Be Translated?
Cha Hee-jin | LEAD ROLE
A global mega-hit romantic comedy depicting the relationship between a multilingual interpreter and a top global actress navigating love and misunderstandings. As Cha Hee-jin, she perfectly captures the glamorous yet isolated life of a superstar whose completely contrasting language of love creates hilarious and heart-fluttering moments.
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The Secret Friends Club
Go Youn-jung | Main Cast
An upcoming highly anticipated project. Further details regarding the plot and character remain tightly under wraps, but industry insiders suggest it will showcase a completely new facet of her acting repertoire.
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Resident Playbook
Oh Yi-young | LEAD ROLE
A highly anticipated spin-off of the beloved Hospital Playlist, following the exhausting yet heartwarming trials of first-year OB-GYN residents. Oh Yi-young represents the resilient spirit of a rookie doctor, learning the ropes of medicine, confronting life-and-death situations daily, and discovering the true meaning of empathy in the delivery room.
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Light Shop
Jang Hui-su | SUPPORTING
A mystery horror series where strangers with traumatic pasts are drawn to a mysterious light shop that holds the key to their past, present, and future. Her special appearance ties the narrative together, bringing a brief but emotionally resonant anchor to a story drenched in supernatural suspense.
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Death's Game
Lee Ji-su | SUPPORTING
A fantasy thriller where a man is punished by Death to experience 12 cycles of reincarnation and death. Ji-su plays a pivotal role in one of his most emotional lifetimes, serving as the heartbreaking emotional core that finally makes the protagonist realize the devastating weight of his choices.
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Sweet Home
Park Yu-ri | SUPPORTING
An apocalyptic horror series where humans turn into savage monsters reflecting their deepest desires. Park Yu-ri is a brave survivor and caregiver with a tragic fate, using her medical knowledge and a crossbow to protect the residents of Green Home. This role marked her phenomenal breakout to global audiences.
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Moving
Jang Hui-soo | LEAD ROLE
An action-packed superhero drama about teenagers with hidden superpowers and their parents fighting to protect them from exploitation. Portraying a high school student with regenerative healing powers, she delivered a masterclass in both raw action and vulnerable youth, earning her the Best New Actress award.
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Alchemy of Souls
Nak-su / Jin Bu-yeon | LEAD ROLE
An epic fantasy romance set in the fictional nation of Daeho. She mesmerized viewers by flawlessly executing a dual role: transitioning from a fierce, legendary shadow assassin (Nak-su) to an amnesiac priestess with divine powers (Jin Bu-yeon). The visually stunning series cemented her as a leading lady.
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Hunt
Jo Yoo-jeong | SUPPORTING
An intense espionage action thriller following two rival intelligence agents tasked with finding a North Korean mole embedded deep within their agency. As Jo Yoo-jeong, a college student caught in the political crossfire, she held her own alongside industry veterans in her major feature film debut which premiered at Cannes.
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Law School
Jeon Ye-seul | SUPPORTING
A gripping legal drama where students and professors at a top law school are entangled in an unprecedented murder case. Ye-seul fights through an abusive relationship, transforming from a submissive victim into a fierce, empowered law student who ultimately uses the law to find her strength and justice.
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The School Nurse Files
Choi Yoo-jin | GUEST
A quirky fantasy series about a school nurse wielding a glowing toy sword to fight jelly-like monsters born from human desires. Though her appearance was brief, her striking visuals and mysterious aura left a lasting impression on viewers.
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He is Psychometric
Kim So-hyun | SUPPORTING
A supernatural thriller romance about a boy with the ability to read secrets through touch. Making her acting debut, she played Kim So-hyun, an enigmatic childhood friend harboring a painful past. Her natural acting immediately caught the attention of casting directors across the industry.
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THE MUSE
2024 · Present
Chanel Fashion & Beauty
Global brand ambassador for Chanel, representing both fashion and beauty lines.
2025
Didier Dubot · New Muse
Named the new muse for the Korean jewelry brand in January 2025.
2022
Marithé et François Girbaud
Brand muse for the iconic French-Korean fashion label.
2021
Boucheron Fine Jewelry
Ambassador for the prestigious Parisian luxury jewelry house.
2023
Ryo Hair — Global Ambassador
Global ambassador for the premium Korean hair care brand.
2023
Discovery Expedition
Endorsement model for the outdoor lifestyle clothing brand.
2024
NH Nonghyup Bank
Endorsement model for one of Korea's largest financial institutions.
2023
Vodana Hair Tools
Brand ambassador for the popular Korean hair styling tools brand.
2024 · Present
Chanel Fashion & Beauty
Global brand ambassador for Chanel, representing both fashion and beauty lines.
2021
Boucheron Fine Jewelry
Ambassador for the prestigious Parisian luxury jewelry house.
2025
Didier Dubot · New Muse
Named the new muse for the Korean jewelry brand in January 2025.
2022
Marithé et François Girbaud
Brand muse for the iconic French-Korean fashion label.
2023
Ryo Hair — Global Ambassador
Global ambassador for the premium Korean hair care brand.
2023
Discovery Expedition
Endorsement model for the outdoor lifestyle clothing brand.
2024
NH Nonghyup Bank
Endorsement model for one of Korea's largest financial institutions.
Brand Ambassadorships & Campaigns