Jeon Yeo-been
Personal details
  • Born:
    • Birthday: 1989-07-26
    • Born Place: Gangneung, Gangwon, South Korea
  • Also Known As:

    Jeon Yeo-bin, جئون یو بین, جون یو بین

Jeon Yeo-been

Jeon Yeo-been (born July 26, 1989, as Jeon Bo-young) is a dynamic South Korean actress who initially dreamed of becoming a doctor. However, after facing university admission setbacks, she discovered her passion for film, a pivotal moment sparked by watching 'Dead Poets Society'. Her acting journey began in earnest around 2015, and a significant early opportunity arose when acclaimed actress Moon So-ri cast her in a short film, which later became part of the anthology 'The Running Actress' (2017). Jeon Yeo-been first gained public attention with a supporting role in the period drama 'The Treacherous' (2015), followed by her portrayal of a detective in the thriller series 'Save Me' (2017). Her breakthrough performance came in the independent film 'After My Death' (2017), where she played a student grappling with a friend's suicide, earning her numerous accolades, including Actress of the Year at the Busan International Film Festival and Best New Actress at the Grand Bell Awards.Since then, Jeon Yeo-been has showcased her versatility in a wide range of projects, including the television series 'Be Melodramatic' (2019), the films 'Secret Zoo' and 'Night in Paradise' (2020), the popular drama 'Vincenzo' (2021), the sci-fi action film 'Alienoid' (2022), the Netflix series 'Glitch' (2022), and the romance drama 'A Time Called You' (2023), where she played dual roles. In 2023, she also received the Best Supporting Actress award at the Blue Dragon Film Awards for her role in 'Cobweb'. In 2025, she is set to star in the highly anticipated supernatural thriller 'Dark Nuns' as Sister Michaela. Known for her captivating presence and ability to immerse herself in diverse characters, Jeon Yeo-been has established herself as a prominent figure in the South Korean entertainment industry, earning critical acclaim and a dedicated fanbase. Just recently, she was seen attending the 61st Baeksang Arts Awards, where she was nominated for Best Supporting Actress for her role in 'Dark Nuns'.

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