Since her impactful appearance in “D.P.” back in 2021, Won Ji An has steadily proven her talent and versatility as an actress. The year 2025 marks a major turning point in her career with her participation in two of Korea’s most anticipated projects: “Squid Game 2” and “Waiting for Gyeongdo.”
Joining the Cast of “Squid Game 2”
Following the global success of its first season, “Squid Game” is set to return with a second installment—and Won Ji An has been confirmed as part of the main cast. While details of her character remain under wraps, her casting has already stirred anticipation among fans worldwide.
Starring with Park Seo Joon in “Waiting for Gyeongdo”
Won Ji An will also lead the upcoming romantic drama “Waiting for Gyeongdo” as Seo Ji Woo, starring opposite top actor Park Seo Joon. The story follows Lee Gyeong Do (Park Seo Joon), an entertainment reporter, and Seo Ji Woo, the second daughter of fashion conglomerate Jarim Apparel.
The two once dated in their 20s, reunited at 28, and then broke up again—only to cross paths years later when Gyeong Do reports on an adultery scandal involving Ji Woo’s husband. The series promises a blend of heartfelt emotion and witty humor as the former lovers navigate their complicated reunion.
The supporting cast is equally impressive, including Lee El as Ji Woo’s older sister Seo Ji Yeon, Lee Joo Young as Ji Woo’s best friend Park Se Young, Kang Ki Doong as Se Young’s husband Cha Woo Sik, and Jo Min Guk as Lee Jung Min, a college friend who reconnects the group.
A Look Back at Her Career So Far
Won Ji An made her debut in “D.P.” with a minor role, but her performance left a strong impression. She followed this with appearances in “A Year-End Medley” and its drama adaptation, portraying Im Ah Young, a role she expanded with depth and individuality.
Her first lead role came in “Hope or Dope”, where she played Kyung Da Jung, a teenage girl forced into drug trafficking. Her raw and intense performance drew critical acclaim. She went on to appear in “If You Wish Upon Me” as Ha Jun Kyung, a young woman with deep emotional scars, proving her ability to handle layered characters.
In 2023, she played Joo In Hae in “Heartbeat”, a cynical nurse who ends up living with a half-human vampire. In 2024, she joined the cast of “I, a Gangster, Became a High Schooler”, playing Park Jin Hee, a smart but emotionally distant high schooler drawn into a dark world of violence and secrets.
Just a couple of months after her debut, the actress landed a role in the star-studded movie “A Year End Medley”, where she acted alongside famous names like Han Ji Min, Lee Dong Wook, Kang Ha Neul, Im YoonA, Lee Kwang Soo. However, she still managed to shine in her own way, showing a huge amount of potential.
In 2022 alone, the actress participated in 3 projects, starting with the extended version of “A Year End Medley”, which comprises 6 episodes. With this appearance, “Thereviewgreek” complimented Won Ji An on making her character Im Ah Young more unique and impressive than her movie counterpart.
A Bright Future Ahead
With major roles in “Squid Game 2” and “Waiting for Gyeongdo”, Won Ji An is proving herself as one of the most promising young actresses in Korea. Her ability to take on diverse and challenging roles, paired with her dedication to her craft, ensures that she will continue to rise as a key player in the Korean drama scene.
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