Definitely, among the breakthrough stars this 2022 is none other than Kim Min Ha, who surprised the viewers with her stellar performance in "Pachinko."
The 26-year-old South Korean beauty perfectly portrayed the role of teenage Sunja and Lee Min Ho's lover in the Apple TV+ series.
Despite being a rookie actress, Kim Min Ha proved she's Hallyu's next big thing, showing off her excellent skills and keeping pace with Lee Min Ho's acting.
Kim Min Ha Dishes Out Her Thoughts on 'Pachinko'
The Apple TV+ series is among the highly anticipated K-contents this year as it boasts a star-studded cast and a storyline based on a best-selling novel.
Cast members, especially Kim Min Ha, didn't disappoint viewers after delivering Sunja's emotions beautifully.
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During her interview with Tatler Asia, the rookie actress studied her character, recalling that she had to "understand her as this young girl who is living in isolation" and "look at her history" to show her transformation from a young girl to a young woman.
When asked about which part of the scene was emotional for her, Kim Min Ha pointed out that most of Sunja's part was heavy and emotional but picked the part where she had to say goodbye to the members of the boarding house run by her family, adding, "It was so emotional that I couldn't help but cry."
There's no denying that "Pachinko" is her breakthrough performance which will definitely skyrocket her career as an actress.
With her newfound fame, it is safe to say that it will significantly affect Kim Min Ha's net worth drastically, given that she'll receive more offers from various brands and projects.
Kim Min Ha Net Worth 2022: This Is How Much the 'Pachinko' Star Earned So Far
While her "Pachinko" co-stars Lee Min Ho and Oscar winner Youn Yuh Jung are earning big bucks because of their decade-long career in the industry, Kim Min Ha's net worth is estimated at $1 million as of 2022, according to popularnetworth.com.
Like most stars, most of her wealth is from her career as an actress and few endorsements like skincare products.
Kim Min Ha's Filmography
"Pachinko" might be Kim Min Ha's claim to fame, but she appeared in several Kdrama and movies.
Debuting in 2016, the actress had her first small-screen appearance in the series "Two Girls Season 2."
It was then followed by a supporting role in "School 2017," alongside Kim Jung Hyun and "A Business proposal" star Kim Sejeong.
Interestingly, OG K-drama fans might be familiar with the 26-year-old actress after joining the cast of the thriller mystery "Partners of Justice" as Park Mi Young.
In addition, she also played an advertising employee Yoo Hye Young in "Not Alright, But It's Alright" before landing the role in "Pachinko."
Kim Min Ha Instagram
With her Instagram handle @minhakim_, the South Korean beauty nears hitting the 100,000 mark on her social media, where she often posts promotions of her upcoming movies.
Aside from it, she also shares a glimpse of her life with friends and family and traveling.
