La atleta olímpica surcoreana Kim Ye-ji, conocida por sus habilidades de tiro, hará su debut cinematográfico como una asesina junto a la actriz india Anushka Sen en Crush.
South Korean pistol shooter Kim Ye-ji, who won a silver medal in the women’s 10m air pistol event at the Paris Olympics, has now taken her first steps into acting. She has landed a role as an assassin, marking a major transition from sports to entertainment.
From Shooting range to the silver screen
At 32, Kim gained massive online attention due to her calm and composed nature during competitions, along with her unique appearance. Her videos from the Olympics went viral, earning praise from celebrities, including Elon Musk.
Star Role in Spinoff Series ‘Crush’
Following her rise to fame, Kim will star in a spinoff short-form series called ‘Crush’, which is part of the global film project ‘Asia’. This news was confirmed by a spokesperson from the Seoul-based entertainment firm, Asia Lab. In this series, Kim will act alongside Indian actress and influencer Anushka Sen.
Collaboration with Anushka Sen
Asia Lab has expressed excitement about the “potential synergy” between Kim Ye-ji and Anushka Sen as they take on their new roles as a killer duo. Kim’s popularity surged further after a clip of her performance at the Baku World Cup in May went viral, leading to fan art, memes, and online edits.
New ventures beyond Shooting
In August, Kim signed with a South Korean talent agency to manage her burgeoning career in entertainment. She has also been featured in a magazine photoshoot for luxury brand Louis Vuitton, showcasing her growing influence beyond the world of sports.
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