In South Korea, Kang So-ra is a well-known model and actress. She has acted in several TV shows and feature films. In the 2009 thriller “4th Period Mystery,” Kang made her screen debut. However, her most well-known role is from the 1980s high school drama “Sunny,” which follows a group of girls as they enter adolescence.
She also achieved success with the films “Brave,” “My Paparotti,” and “Uhm Bok-dong.”Also, she has also appeared in a number of television programs, such as “Warm and Cozy,” “Dream High 2,” “The Women of Our Home,” and “Ugly Alert.”
She has received several awards, including the Best New Actress Award from the 20th Crystal Film Awards, the Most Popular Actress Award from the 48th Paeksang Arts Awards, and the Popular Star Award from the 9th Asian Model Festival Awards.
Kang serves as the brand ambassador for Dongguk University and has completed several successful ad campaigns for well-known companies.
| Name | Kang So-ra |
| Profession | Model and actress |
| Well-known for | Acting |
Early Life Of Kang So
On February 18, 1990, Kang So was born in Seoul, South Korea’s Gangdong District. From an early age, she was inspired by music and dance, and when she grew up, she wanted to be an actress.
While finishing high school, she attended Dongguk University in South Korea, earning a degree in theater and film. Kang started appearing in music videos as an undergraduate student for artists like Halla Man, PK Heman, and Hong Kyung-min. She participated in the university’s cultural events and was featured on the album cover of PK Heman’s song “Gloria.”
| Date of birth | February 18, 1990 |
| Place of birth | Seoul, South Korea’s Gangdong District |
| Nationality | Korean |
The Career Of Kang So
Firstly, Kang started working as a full-time television artist in 2010, and starred in seasons 7 and 8 of the serial “Rude Miss Young-ae.”She also played a supporting part in the SBS network’s Dr. Champ, a love triangle serial. She gained attention in the cinema and television industries due to her performances.
Kang So Gain Fame
Then, in 2011, Kang first achieved fame when she was cast in the wildly popular comedic drama film Sunny, which was about a middle-aged lady who wanted to get her high school friends back together after 30 years apart. She was the right age for the role and gave the character in the screenplay great justice.
The following year, she provided the voiceover for the American 3D computer-animated fantasy film “Brave” which was dubbed in Korean.
Kang So appearances in Television Series
After making a name for herself on the big screen, she continued acting in popular television series, including the musical “Dream High 2” and the household play “Ugly Alert,” both broadcast on KBS2 and SBS in 2013. She also appeared in the films “My Paparotti” and “Cheer Up, Mr. Lee” that same year.
Soon after, she became well-known and joined the cast of the reality show “We Got Married” during its third season, where she was paired with Leeteuk from the K-pop band “Super Junior.” She also made cameos in the “Strong Heart” television shows and “Top Gear Korea.”
Kang Hosted MBC Entertainment Awards
However, she was offered the opportunity to serve as the MC for the MBC Music Festival in 2011 and the MBC Entertainment Awards in 2012 after the CEO of the MBC network was impressed with her performance in “We Got Married.” She also served as the host and MC for tvN’s 31st Golden Disc Awards.
Onward From 2014
Also, her presence in the popular serials “Doctor Stranger” and “Misaeng,” which were widely watched in South Korea, Japan, and China, helped to increase her popularity in 2014.
She appeared in “Warm and Cozy,” a romantic comedy, and “My Lawyer, Mr. Jo,” a legal drama, the next year.
In addition to the romantic comedy “Revolutionary Love” on tvN, in which she co-stars, she did a true-life biographical film about the great South Korean cyclist Uhm Bok-dong. Also, she made an appearance in the 2017 music video for “Curtain” by Suho ft and Song Young-Joo.
Furthermore, Kang made a comeback to cinema in 2019, starring in the cycling movie Uhm Bok-dong. In 2020, Kang took on a role in the comedy film “Secret Zoo,” which was adapted from the webtoon of the same name. She portrays a veterinarian who poses as a lion on screen. She was chosen to star in Waiting for Rain, a romantic melodrama, in the same year.
Height, Weight, Star Sign, Age, and Net Worth
Kang, aged 34 in 2024, stands at 168 cm tall and weighs approximately 48 kg. She was born under the sign of Aquarius, and her estimated wealth amounts to around $3 million.
| Age | 34 years old |
| Height | 168 cm |
| Weight | 48 kg |
| Star sign | Aquarius |
| Net worth | $3 million |
Personal Life
Kang has been dating actor Hyun Bin since December 2016. After the breakup with Hyun Bin, in August 2020, Kang married an Oriental medicine doctor in a secret ceremony.
Kang’s pregnancy was confirmed on November 19, 2020, and her agency disclosed that she had given birth to a girl on April 15, 2021.
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Highlights
Movies
| Title | Year |
| 4th Period Mystery | 2009 |
| Uhm Bok-Dong | 2019 |
| Secret Zoo | 2020 |
| Waiting For Rain | 2021 |
Television series
| Title | Year |
| Warm and Cozy | 2015 |
| Revolutionary Love | 2017 |
| The Beauty Inside | 2018 |
| Strangers Again | 2023 |
Hosting
| Shows | Year |
| MBC Entertainment Awards | 2012 |
| 31st Golden Disc Awards | 2017 |
| 32nd Golden Disc Awards | 2018 |
| 33rd Golden Disc Awards | 2019 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1. Is Kang So Ra married?
In August 2020, Kang wed an Oriental medicine doctor in a private ceremony. Kang’s pregnancy was revealed on November 19, 2020. Kang’s management announced that she welcomed a baby girl on April 15, 2021.
Q2. Does Kang So Ra have a child?
She welcomed a daughter as her first child on April 15.
Q3. How many languages can Kang So speak?
Kang can speak Korean.
Q4. What is the Instagram ID of Kang So?
Her official Instagram ID is (@kangsoraa_).
Q5. How much is Kang’s So net worth?
Her net worth is about $3 million.
