Noted Korean actress, born in the year 1927, in the small, quaint town of Sonchon, which is currently situated within the geographical boundaries of the Democratic People's Republic of Korea, also affectionately referred to as North Korea.
After successfully completing her secondary education at an all-female high school in the year 1947, she took the bold step of venturing into the world of theater, thereby marking the inception of her illustrious, remarkable, and illustrious acting career.
In the subsequent year of 1952, a milestone event took place in the life of the notable individual, marking the commencement of her illustrious career in the cinematic world. This significant moment was characterized by her inaugural appearance on the silver screen, specifically in the film "악야" (The Evil Night),a masterpiece crafted by the acclaimed Korean filmmaker, Shin Sang-ok, whose reputation as a visionary storyteller has endured for generations.