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Nam Ji-hyun on December 2010 |
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남지현 |
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(1990-01-09) 9 January 1990
Seoul, South Korea |
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Musical career |
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| Years active |
2009–present |
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| Website |
4min.co.kr |
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Nam Ji-hyun (born 9 January 1990) is a South Korean idol singer and actress. She is the leader and a vocalist of the girl group, 4Minute, formed by Cube Entertainment in 2009.
Biography
Ji-hyun was born on 9 January 1990[1] in Seoul, South Korea. Ji-hyun auditioned for JYP Entertainment but was eliminated. However, she then joined Cube Entertainment as a result of Cube Entertainment Founder Hong Seung-Sung being recommended by JYP's recruitment department in finding members to form 4Minute. She became the oldest member of the girl group 4Minute.
On February 24, 2015 she graduated from Sangmyung University receiving a degree in dance (specifically in contemporary ballet) and a lifetime achievement award at the university's graduation ceremony.[2]
Solo career
On October 14, 2010 Ji-hyun played a cameo role in thriller movie Late Night FM along with fellow group member Hyuna.[3] She also stars as the lead character in, "Never Die", as Se Yeon. In 2010 she played in It's Okay, Daddy's Girl as Shin Sun Hae, a law student.[4] She appeared in Lee Hyun's music video for "You Are the Best of My Life" with Jung Juri, on February 14.[5][6]
In July 2011, Ji-hyun was cast in MBC's weekend drama, A Thousand Kisses as Jang Soo Ah, the younger sister of Jang Woo Jin (Ryu Jin)[7] She was cast for a spin-off of the TV show The Romantic. in October 2012[8] On February 13, 2013 Ji-hyun was cast in the Idol Version of Love and War 2.[9] She will play the role of Seo Yeong, the best friend of Yoo Eun Chae.[10]
On October 21, 2013, Ji-hyun and Sungyeol, of the boy group Infinite, were cast as main characters, popular girl Min Ah and shy boy Giyeok respectively in the mobile drama Please Remember, Princess.[11] On April 29, 2014 Ji-hyun was casted in drama High School as one of the supporting characters. High School is a 16-episode teen drama about love and friendship.[12] However, she dropped out due to her overseas schedules conflicts. On September 17, 2014, Nam Ji hyun was cast in the web drama "Love Cells" as a lead love interest, Seo Rin.[13] She worked alongside notable actors and actresses such as Kim Woo Bin, Oh Kwang Rok, Kim Yoo Jung, Park Sun Ho, and others. The drama was well-received and garnered five million views by the end of the series run on November 20, 2014.
Discography
Soundtrack appearances and solo performances
| Year |
Title |
Song |
Duration |
Artist |
| 2013 | Love For Ten - Generation of Youth | "Only You" | 03:03 | Duet with Jiyoon |
Filmography
Movies
| Year |
Title |
Role |
Notes |
| 2010 |
Midnight FM |
Herself |
Cameo |
| 2014 |
The Youth |
Seung-ah |
segment: "Wonderwall" |
Television dramas
Reality programs
| Year |
Title |
Role |
Notes |
| 2012 | The Romantic & Idol | Herself | with ZE:A's Hyungsik[14] |
| 2016 | Real Beauty | Herself | |
Variety shows
| Year |
Title |
Role |
Notes |
| 2012 | She and Her Car | Host | MBC October 31 show.[15] |
| 2015 | Real Beauty | MC | |
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Music video appearances
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Song title |
Artist |
Role |
| 2011 | "You Are the Best of My Life" | Lee Hyun | Herself |
| 2012 | "Love Virus" | BTOB | Herself |
| "Beautiful Lady" | ZE:A | Herself |
| 2013 | "When You Leave Me" | M4M | Herself |
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