Chun Woo-hee (; born April 20, 1987) is a South Korean actress. She made her acting debut in 2004, but first drew attention with her

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as a rebellious teenager in the

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hit '' Sunny'' (2011). Her other notable roles include the films '' Han Gong-ju'' (2013) and '' The Wailing'' (2016), as well as the television series '' Be Melodramatic'' (2019) and '' The 8 Show'' (2024).

Early life and education

Chun entered the acting department at

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in 2006.

Career

In 2014, Chun received critical acclaim for her leading role as the title character in '' Han Gong-ju'', a

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indie about a traumatized young woman trying to move on with her life after a tragedy. The film was inspired by the infamous Miryang gang rape case of 2004.

Philanthropy

On February 11, 2023, Chun donated to help

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, by donating money through Hope Bridge National Disaster Relief Association. In March 2025, Chun donated to the Hope Bridge National Disaster Relief Association for the wildfire victims in the Ulsan, Gyeongbuk, and Gyeongnam regions.

Filmography

Film

Television series

Web series

Television shows

Accolades

Awards and nominations

State honors

Listicles

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* * * {{DEFAULTSORT:Chun, Woo-hee 1987 births Living people South Korean film actresses South Korean television actresses Kyonggi University alumni People from Icheon Actresses from Gyeonggi Province 21st-century South Korean actresses Woo-hee Best New Actress Paeksang Arts Award (film) winners