More people with the last name Kim live in South Korea than in any other nation or region. The surname is most common in Asia and has a meaning of Gold. Gyeonggi Province in South Korea has the highest prevalence of it. In reality, Kim, Lee, and Park are the three most common surnames in South Korea, accounting for the surnames of 50% of the population. Prior generations of Korean royalty and other prominent people have used these last names. The two most common Kims in Korea are those from Gimhae and Gyeongju. When it comes to South Korean celebrities, the South Korean entertainment industry has many Kim actors. Further are some notable top Kim Last name actors in the list.
1. Kim Min-Jae
Kim Min-Jae, aka, Real.be, is a rapper and an actor. Kim made his acting debut in the South Korean-Vietnamese drama Forever Young. Kim as a competitor entered a rap competition- Show Me the Money 4. He achieved many reputable nominations and won KBS Drama Awards and SBS Drama Awards. Popular role dramas: My First Time, Dr. Romantic, Guardian: The Lonely and Great God, Tempted, Flower Crew: Joseon Marriage Agency, Dr. Romantic 2, Do You Like Brahms?, Poong, the Joseon Psychiatrist, and Dali and Cocky Prince. Birth Date: 1 November 1996
2. Kim Seon-Ho
Seon-Ho started television in 2017, debuting on two KBS2 series, Good Manager and Strongest Deliveryman. Before that, he was a stage artist performing in plays. He got a lot of recognition for his lead roles in the dramas Hometown Cha-Cha-Cha, 100 days my prince, Welcome to Waikiki 2, Start-Up, Find Me in Your Memory, etc. He recently got dragged into a false scandal by his ex-girlfriend. One of the highlighting awards by Seon is Most Popular Actor - 2021 (57th) BaekSang Arts Awards. Birth Date: 8 May 1986
3. Kim Soo-Hyun
It is claimed and reported that Kim Soo-Hyun is among the highest-paid South Korean actors. His television debut was in 2007 as a supporting role family sitcom- Kimchi Cheese Smile. Soo-Hyun's major hits for lead roles were The Moon Embracing The Sun, My Love From the Star, It's Okay to Not Be Okay, Dream High, etc. His highlighting achievement covers four Baeksang Arts Awards, two Grand Bell Awards, one Blue Dragon Film Award, and many others. Birth Date: 16 February 1988
4. Kim Woo-Bin
He is an actor and model who started as a runway model and made his acting debut in the drama White Christmas. Some of his stunning roles are in dramas-A Gentleman's Dignity, School 2013, The Heirs, and Uncontrollably Fond. He got diagnosed with nasopharyngeal cancer in 2017 and is back with his newly released movie Alienoid. His popularity covers his profile with awards- Blue Dragon Film Award Popular- Star Award Male, and Grand Bell Award Popularity Award. Birth Date: 16 July 1989
5. Kim Min-Seok
Min-Seok is a South Korean actor best known for his supporting and entertaining roles in the drama series and also the main character in Shark: The Beginning. He had supporting roles in television series such as Flower Band (his acting debut), Descendants of the Sun, The Doctors, and Innocent Defendant.SBS Drama Award for New Star, Baeksang Arts Award for Best New Actor in TV, and SBS Entertainment Award for Best Entertainer are some of his achievements awards. Birth Date: 24 January 1990
6. Kim Young-Kwang
Pinocchio, A Year-End Medley, On Your Wedding Day, Hot Young Bloods, Wonderful Ghost, White Christmas, Love Rain, Good Doctor, Room Nine, and The Secret Life of My Secretary are just a few of his dramas and motion pictures. Marking his presence through Films, Music videos, and Television series, some notable honors he received were: Asia Model Festival Awards, Baeksang Arts Awards, Blue Dragon Film Awards, Elle Style Awards, SBS Drama Awards, Korea Culture and Entertainment Awards, etc. Birth Date: 11 January 1987
7. Kim Min-Kyu
Aka, Kim Min Gue, Kim started his acting career in 2013 with a small part in the drama Monstar. His notable roles are in the television series Signal, Because This Is My First Life, The Rich Son, Crime Scene season 3, and Perfume. Kim rose to prominence after playing the title character in the historical drama Queen: Love and War. His previous performances in Backstreet Rookie, So I Married the Anti-fan, Snowdrop, and Business Proposal continue to stand out. Along with other nominations, he received the Brand of the Year Award in 2022. Birth Date: 25 December 1994
8. Kim Jae Wook
Kim Jae Wook is an actor and model who started performing in a band and modeling. He is well-versed in the Japanese language. In Ruler of Your Own World, Kim Jae-Wook made his acting debut while playing in an indie rock band. He marked a successful recognization through his Acting debut in Film Antique, dramas Coffee Prince, Who Are You?, Voice, The Guest, Crazy Love, and Her Private Life. Awards: 1st Korea Drama Awards, Asia Model Awards, Japan's Korean Wave 10th Anniversary Korean TV Drama Awards, etc. Birth Date: 2 April 1983
9. Kim Bum
Kim Sang-bum, also known as Kim Bum, is a model, dancer, singer, and well-known actor. His most notable work includes Padam Padam, Mrs. Cop 2, Tale of the Nine-Tailed, Law School, and his most recent drama, Ghost Doctor (2022). He is most known for his television roles as one of the F4 members in Boys Over Flowers. Kim made his acting debut in High Kick & Chinese film debut in Young Detective Dee: Rise of the Sea Dragon. Some highlighting awards are- Korea Drama Awards, Mnet 20's Choice Awards, SBS Drama Awards, etc. Birth Date: 7 July 1989
10. Kim Do Wan
Kim Do Wan is a South Korean actor. His leading role dramas are Yellow, My Roommate Is a Gumiho and Seventeen, and his supporting role dramas are I Have Not Done My Best Yet, Start-Up, She Knows Everything, How to Buy a Friend, Moment at Eighteen, and Twelve Nights. He has guest roles from Tempted and Big Mouth. Movies- Miss & Mrs. Cops and Park Hwa Young. Birth Date: 8 March 1995
