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Kim Sae-ron

Kim Sae-ron was a South Korean actress known for starting her career as a child performer and for her roles in films such as *A Brand New Life* and *The Man From Nowhere*.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 27, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Kim Sae-ron was a South Korean actress known for her work as a child performer in films such as *A Brand New Life* and *The Man From Nowhere*. She later appeared in several television dramas and was widely recognized as one of South Korea’s notable young actresses. Sources report that she died in Seoul in February 2025 at age 24.

Early life and debut

Kim Sae-ron was born in Seoul in 2000 and began working in entertainment at a young age. Publicly available sources describe her as starting as a child model before moving into acting.

Film career

She gained attention through *A Brand New Life* and *The Man From Nowhere*, two films that established her reputation as a promising child actress. Her work in *The Man From Nowhere* brought her a major new-actress award.

Television roles

As she grew older, she took on more prominent television parts. Reported series credits include *Can You Hear My Heart*, *The Queen's Classroom*, *Hi! School-Love On*, and *Secret Healer*.

Recognition and public profile

Her early success brought international visibility, including a Cannes invitation connected to *A Brand New Life*. She remained a widely recognized figure in South Korean entertainment before her death in 2025.

Death

Multiple sources report that she died in Seoul on February 16, 2025, at age 24. Available reporting identifies the death as a suicide.

Key facts

  • Started her career as a child performer and became known through early film roles.
  • Breakout films included *A Brand New Life* (2009) and *The Man From Nowhere* (2010).
  • Won Best New Actress at the 8th Korean Film Awards for *The Man From Nowhere*.
  • She was the youngest actress invited to the Cannes Film Festival for *A Brand New Life*.
  • Died in Seoul on February 16, 2025, at age 24.

Frequently asked questions

Who was Kim Sae-ron?
Kim Sae-ron was a South Korean actress best known for her child and teen roles in film and television, especially *A Brand New Life* and *The Man From Nowhere*.
When was Kim Sae-ron born?
She was born on July 31, 2000, in Seoul, South Korea.
What was Kim Sae-ron known for?
She was known for early acclaimed film roles, especially *A Brand New Life* and *The Man From Nowhere*, and for appearing in several Korean television dramas.
Did Kim Sae-ron win any awards?
Yes. She won Best New Actress at the 8th Korean Film Awards for *The Man From Nowhere*.
Did Kim Sae-ron attend Cannes?
Sources report that she attended the Cannes Film Festival with *A Brand New Life* and was the youngest actress invited at the time.
When did Kim Sae-ron die?
Sources report that she died in Seoul on February 16, 2025.

References

  1. IMDbhttps://www.imdb.com/name/nm3393343/
    Supports: Birth and death dates, occupation, notable films, award mention, Cannes-related claim.
  2. IMDbhttps://www.imdb.com/name/nm3393343/bio/
    Supports: Biography details including early career, birthplace, death, and major recognition.
  3. South China Morning Posthttps://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/k-drama/news/article/3305195/what-case-kim-soo-hyun-and-kim-sae-ron-says-about-how-south-korea-treats-celebrities
    Supports: Early career, major films, later public profile, and death-related context.
  4. Wikipediahttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kim_Sae-ron_filmography
    Supports: Filmography and television credits used for general career overview.
  5. Wikipedia (multilingual entries)https://www.wikipedia.org/
    Supports: Birth/death dates, nationality, and child-actor background as corroborating biographical detail.