Park Se Young

Biography

Park Se-young was born on July 30, 1988, in South Korea. From a young age, she had a passion for acting and the arts, which led her to pursue a career in the entertainment industry. She studied at Sungkyunkwan University, where she majored in Film, Television, and Multimedia, honing her skills before stepping into the acting world.

Career Beginnings (2011 - 2013)

Park Se-young made her acting debut in 2011, initially appearing in minor and supporting roles in various television dramas. She started gaining attention when she played the younger version of the female lead in "If Tomorrow Comes" (2011-2012).

Her breakthrough came in 2012 when she starred in the historical drama "Faith", alongside Lee Min-ho and Kim Hee-sun. Though it was a supporting role, her performance showcased her potential as an actress.

She further gained popularity with her role in "School 2013", where she played Song Ha-kyung, a high-achieving student struggling with academic pressure and personal growth. The drama was well received, and her performance was praised for its depth and emotional range.

Rising Popularity (2014 - 2016)

With her growing recognition, Park Se-young took on more significant roles in the mid-2010s:

• "Sincerity Moves Heaven" (2013-2014) – A daily drama where she played the lead role, Han Seung-ri, a woman facing various hardships in life.
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• "Glorious Day" (2014) – A family drama where she starred as a cheerful and warm-hearted daughter.
• "Blood" (2015) – A fantasy medical drama where she played a determined doctor in a hospital dealing with supernatural elements.
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She also expanded her career by appearing on a variety of shows, most notably "We Got Married" (2014), where she was paired with actor Jang Wooyoung of 2 PM. Their chemistry was well-received by fans, further boosting her popularity.

Established Career (2017 - Present)

Park Se-young continued to take on diverse and challenging roles, proving her acting range:

• "Whisper" (2017) – A legal thriller where she played a prosecutor caught in political corruption.
• "Money Flower" (2017-2018) – One of her most critically acclaimed roles, where she portrayed Na Mo-hyun, a strong-willed woman entangled in a story of revenge and power struggles. Her performance in this drama earned her nominations and praise from critics.
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• "Special Labor Inspector Jo" (2019) – A satirical drama where she plays a righteous detective working alongside a labor inspector.
• "Kangnam Scandal" (2018-2019) – A daily drama filled with romance, drama, and corporate battles.

Her ability to adapt to different genres, whether it be romance, thriller, or melodrama, has solidified her place in the Korean entertainment industry.

Personal Life

In 2022, Park Se-young married actor Kwak Jung-wook, whom she met while working on School 2013. The couple had known each other for years before officially tying the knot. Since her marriage, she has taken a step back from acting to focus on her personal life but remains a beloved figure in the industry.

Awards and Recognition

Throughout her career, Park Se-young has received various nominations and awards, recognizing her talent and dedication:

• Excellence Award, Actress in a Serial Drama (2018) – Money Flower (MBC Drama Awards)
• Best New Actress (2014) – Sincerity Moves Heaven (MBC Drama Awards)

Her ability to deliver emotional, nuanced performances has made her a respected actress in South Korea.