Who Is So Min-Hye in A Shop for Killers? Meet K-Drama Star Geum Hae-na

So Min Hye A Shop for Killers: Geum Hae-na as So Min Hye in A Shop for Killers
Credit: The Walt Disney Company Korea | Merrychristmas | Project Onion


So Min Hye A Shop for Killers: Geum Hae-na as So Min Hye in A Shop for Killers
Credit: The Walt Disney Company Korea | Merrychristmas | Project Onion

A Shop for Killers is the newest action Kdrama on Disney+ for 2024. It brings together a stellar cast with Lee Dong Wook and Kim Hye Jun as the lead. Who plays So Min Hye in A Shop for Killers?

Before proceeding, we have to warn you that this explainer includes spoilers. If you haven't watched A Shop for Killers yet, you may skip this guide until you've watched the show. Here's what we know about the character and the South Korean actress who plays her.

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Who is So Min Hye in A Shop for Killers?

So Min Hye A Shop for Killers: Geum Hae-na as So Min Hye in A Shop for Killers
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So Min Hye in A Shop for Killers is a fictional character played by Geum Hae-na. Her character is described as an S-class killer specializing in guns, knives, and bare-knuckle fighting.

When Lee Dong Wook's character dies, Min Hye suddenly appears to come to Ji-an's (played by Kim Hye Jun) aid. With her uncle's passing Ji-an has suddenly become the target of experienced killers. This makes us wonder whether Min Hye is to be trusted.

In preparation for her role in A Shop for Killers, Naver reveals that Hae-na "underwent a rigorous training routine reminiscent of a triathlon, and as a result, her muscle mass increased by 3 kg."

Hae-na also introduced her character at a press event as "the crazy killer in this area, full of loyalty and love."

So Min Hye A Shop for Killers: Geum Hae-na as So Min Hye in A Shop for Killers
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Her role also spoke some Chinese, so it was something that made her nervous. At a press conference, Hae-na shared that she found the scene where she spoke Chinese was more difficult than her action scenes.

Thankfully, she was able to get help from a Chinese friend, who taught her the correct pronunciation.

You can watch her interview at a press conference here:

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Who is Geum Hae-na? Where You've Seen Her Before?

So Min Hye A Shop for Killers: Geum Hae-na as So Min Hye in A Shop for Killers
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Geum Hae-na is a proficient actress who has starred in a few films and a couple of TV shows. She previously starred as a female boxer in JTBC's Run On TV series.

As for her films, Hae-na was in Kim Ji-Young: Born 1982, The Villainess, The King, Grand Father, and Dr. Jump.

With her penchant for action roles, we can expect to see Hae-na in a lot more shows and films in the future. A Shop for Killers is just the start.

You can follow her on Instagram to stay up-to-date with her life in front of the camera and away from it.


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