Jung Hae-in is a South Korean actor and model, born on April 1, 1988 (38 years old), in Seoul, South Korea.
He works under FNC Entertainment and has been active in the entertainment industry since 2013. He made his acting debut in 2014 with the TV series “Bride of the Century.”
Jung became more widely known after his supporting roles in “While You Were Sleeping” (2017) and “Prison Playbook” (2017 to 2018).
After that, he took leading roles in popular dramas such as “Something in the Rain” (2018), “One Spring Night” (2019), and the Netflix series “D.P.” (2021 to 2023).
He studied at Pyeongtaek University, where he earned a degree in Broadcasting Entertainment.
Quick Facts of Jung Hae-in
| Full Name | Jung Hae-in |
| Profession | Actor, Model |
| Age | 38 years old |
| Date of Birth | April 1, 1988 |
| Nationality | South Korean |
| Zodiac/Sun Sign | Aries |
| Birthplace | Seoul, South Korea |
| Current Address | Yet to be updated |
| Gender | Male |
Jung Hae-in Early Life and Education
Jung Hae-in was born in Seoul, South Korea.
He grew up living with his paternal grandparents. He comes from a famous and wealthy family.
Education
Jung Hae-in first planned to study biotechnology, but he quietly applied to the Broadcasting Entertainment department instead.
Later, he attended Pyeongtaek University, where he graduated with a degree in Broadcasting Entertainment.
While in college, he joined activities that included musical plays, which became his first acting experience.
| School | Seoul Singil Elementary SchoolSeongnam Middle SchoolYeongdeungpo High School |
| Alma Mater | Pyeongtaek University |
| Highest Qualification | Degree in Broadcasting Entertainment |
Jung Hae-in Personal Life
Jung Hae-in keeps his private life quiet. There is no confirmed public report of him having a current girlfriend.
Rumoured girlfriends
A lot of dating talk around Jung Hae-in comes from his drama pairings and film promotions.
The biggest rumour is with Jisoo (BLACKPINK). The talk started after they played the lead couple in Snowdrop (2021). Their chemistry felt real in the drama, so some fans assumed they were dating. But there was never any official confirmation from either side.
Another rumour is with Son Ye-jin. People began linking them after Something in the Rain (2018) because their romance scenes felt natural and the pair looked comfortable during promotions. Still, neither actor publicly confirmed dating.
He has also been linked with Kim Go-eun, especially around the time of the film Tune in for Love (2019). The rumours mainly came from their friendly interviews and promotional events, but there has been no confirmed dating news from either side.
Another name that appears in these dating roundups is Chae Soo-bin. The link is usually based on them working together and looking close in interviews and behind-the-scenes clips, but there is no verified proof that they dated.
One more recent rumour is with Jung So-min, which started because of their strong on-screen chemistry in the drama Love Next Door (2024). In a press interview, Jung So-min addressed the dating talk and treated it as a misunderstanding, meaning it was not true.
Family
His third great-grandfather was Chŏng Yagyong (Jeong Yak-Yong), a well-known thinker and an influential figure from the late Joseon period.
His father is Jeong Sang-jin, and his mother is Kang Yoo-mi. However, the professions of his parents are yet to be updated.
Jung Hae-in has a younger brother named Jung Hae-jun. He is 7 years younger than Jung Hae-in.
| Relationship Status | Single |
| Parents | Father: Jeong Sang-jin Mother: Kang Yoo-mi |
| Siblings | Brother: Jung Hae-jun |
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Jung Hae-in Career
Jung Hae-in began getting public attention in 2013 after appearing in AOA Black’s “Moya” music video.
He made his acting debut in 2014 with the drama Bride of the Century, starring Lee Hong-gi and Yang Jin-sung.
He later took supporting roles in popular TV series such as While You Were Sleeping (2017), where he worked with Lee Jong-suk, Bae Suzy, Lee Sang-yeob, and Ko Sung-hee.
He also appeared in Prison Playbook (2017 to 2018), led by Park Hae-soo and Jung Kyung-ho.
He moved into lead roles with Something in the Rain (2018) opposite Son Ye-jin. After that, in One Spring Night (2019), he starred with Han Ji-min and Kim Jun-han.
He later took on bigger global projects like Netflix’s D.P. (2021 to 2023) with Koo Kyo-hwan, Kim Sung-kyun, and Son Suk-ku.
He also starred in Snowdrop (2021 to 2022) with Jisoo, Yoo In-na, Jang Seung-jo, Yoon Se-ah, Kim Hye-yoon, and Jung Yoo-jin. In Disney+’s Connect (2022), he worked with Go Kyung-pyo and Kim Hye-jun.
In 2024, he led Love Next Door with Jung So-min, Kim Ji-eun, and Yun Ji-on. The same year, he appeared in the film I, the Executioner (Veteran 2), alongside Hwang Jung-min, Ahn Bo-hyun, and Oh Dae-hwan.
He made a special appearance in SBS’s Spring of Youth (2025).
Jung Hae-in is confirmed to lead Netflix’s upcoming romantic comedy series Lovestuck (working titles as This Sucky Love and Our Sticky Love) with actress Ha Young. The project was announced as in production, and it is planned for release on Netflix.
Jung Hae-in Awards and Achievements
Jung Hae-in has received awards for both TV dramas and films. His early recognition came from TV awards, and later, he also started winning film awards.
Some of his key wins include:
- SBS Drama Awards (2016): Won the New Star Award for Yeah, That’s How It Is.
- Baeksang Arts Awards (2018): Won Most Popular Actor for Prison Playbook.
- APAN Star Awards (2018): Won the Excellence Award (Actor in a Miniseries) for Something in the Rain.
- Asia Artist Awards (2018 to 2019): He received multiple wins, including major recognition awards.
- MBC Drama Awards (2019): Won the Top Excellence Award (Actor) for One Spring Night.
- Grand Bell Awards (2020): Won Best New Actor for the film Tune in for Love.
- APAN Star Awards (2022): Won Top Excellence Award (Actor in an OTT Drama) for D.P.
- Asian Academy Creative Awards (2022): Won Best Actor in a Leading Role for D.P.
- Blue Dragon Film Awards (2024): Won Best Supporting Actor and also received a Popular Star Award for Veteran 2 (I, the Executioner).
Jung Hae-in Controversies
Jung Hae-in has not been linked to major personal scandals. The main issue connected to him was related to the drama Snowdrop.
- Snowdrop Historical Distortion Controversy (2021): In 2021, Snowdrop faced criticism because some viewers felt the story could be misunderstood as changing or confusing real Korean history. This is because the drama is set around the 1987 democracy movement period, including themes related to politics and national security, which is a sensitive time in South Korea. Some people even signed petitions asking the drama not to air.
- The broadcaster JTBC released statements saying that many concerns came from rumors or incomplete information, and said the full story would make the drama’s intent clearer as it continued.
Jung Hae-in Net Worth
Jung Hae-in’s exact net worth is not officially shared by him or his agency.
Some sources mentioned his net worth is around ₹ 132 crores (approx. $14 million), but this is still not an official number. So it should be treated as an estimated value.
His income mainly comes from his work as an actor in TV dramas, OTT series, and films, along with paid work outside acting.
He also earns through advertising and fashion campaigns, including major brand work such as Tommy Hilfiger’s Fall 2025 campaign.
| Net Worth in Dollars (Approx.) | ₹ 132 crores (approx. $14 million) |
| Salary (Approx.) | Yet to be updated |
Jung Hae-in Height, Weight and Physical Stats
| Height | In centimetres: 178 cm In meters: 1.78 m In feet & inches: 5 feet 10 inches |
| Weight | In kg: 64 kg In lbs: 141 lbs |
| Body Measurements | Yet to be updated |
| Hair Color | Black |
| Eye Color | Dark Brown |
Jung Hae-in Social media
 @holyhaein |
Interesting Facts of Jung Hae-in
- In April 2025, Jung Hae-in was named a global ambassador for Dolce and Gabbana.
- He donated 100 million won to support recovery efforts after the forest fire damage in South Korea.
- He held an international fan meeting tour called “OUR TIME”, visiting 8 cities across Asia and Latin America, including Bangkok, Taipei, Seoul, Jakarta, Manila, Mexico City, São Paulo, and Santiago (from November 2024 to January 2025).
- His official fandom name is HAEINESS, used in promotions for his fan events.
Jung Hae-in FAQs
What is Jung Hae-in’s age?
He is 38 years old.
What is Jung Hae-in’s date of birth?
He was born on April 1, 1988.
What is Jung Hae-in’s height?
His height is listed as 178 cm.
Which agency manages Jung Hae-in?
He is signed under FNC Entertainment.
Is Jung Hae-in married?
There is no confirmed public information that he is married.
Does Jung Hae-in have a girlfriend?
He has not publicly confirmed a girlfriend, and reports about his dating life are not confirmed by him or his agency.
What is Jung Hae-in’s upcoming project?
He is confirmed to star in Netflix’s upcoming rom-com Lovestuck, with actress Ha Young.
