Personal details
Born:
- Birthday: 1965-01-29
- Born Place: Seoul, South Korea
Also Known As:
조민수, Min-Soo Cho, Jo Min-soo, Jo Min-su, 赵敏修
Cho Min-soo
Jo Min-soo (born January 29, 1965, in Seoul, South Korea) is a highly respected South Korean actress with a career spanning over four decades. She initially entered the entertainment industry through television commercials in 1983 and made her official debut in 1986 through KBS TV Cultural Center.Jo Min-soo is particularly known for her powerful and often intense performances. Her most internationally acclaimed role came in Kim Ki-duk's controversial and critically lauded film "Pietà" (2012), where her portrayal of a mysterious woman claiming to be a mother earned her numerous "Best Actress" awards, including at the Korean Association of Film Critics Awards and the Grand Bell Awards. This role brought her significant international recognition.Prior to "Pietà," she had already established herself as a consistent presence in South Korean television, appearing in dramas like "Sandglass" (1995), "Piano" (2001-2002), "My Daughter the Flower" (2011-2012), and "Goddess of Marriage" (2013).In film, she reprised her role as the enigmatic Dr. Baek in the highly anticipated sequel "The Witch: Part 2. The Other One" (2022), a character she originated in "The Witch: Part 1. The Subversion" (2018). Her filmography also includes "A Boy Who Went to Heaven" (2005), "Venus Talk" (2014), "Jazzy Misfits" (2020), and "Love Reset" (2023).Jo Min-soo continues to be active in both film and television, showcasing her enduring talent and versatility. Her upcoming projects include the TV series "Mother and Mom" (2025).
