Rising Star Kim Tae-yeon Signs Exclusive Contract with Ace Factory Following Netflix Hit

Kim Tae-yeon, the breakout child actress who moved global audiences in the Netflix original series When Life Gives You Tangerines, has officially signed an exclusive contract with the major South Korean entertainment company Ace Factory.

On June 1st, Ace Factory announced their new partnership with Kim Tae-yeon, expressing excitement over supporting such a promising young talent. “We are delighted to welcome Kim Tae-yeon, who captivated international viewers through When Life Gives You Tangerines. With her infinite potential and innate acting talent, we will provide our full support to aid her growth,” the agency stated.

Kim Tae-yeon rose to prominence by playing the role of young Ae-soon in the Netflix series. Her portrayal of the courageous and rebellious Jeju girl—fondly described as a ‘fiery free spirit’—received widespread acclaim. In particular, her emotionally resonant performance in scenes involving her character’s mother, played by Yeom Hye-ran, deeply moved audiences worldwide.

Her performance was more than just a supporting role—it served as the emotional core introducing the series, making later developments more powerful by anchoring the character’s growth in a poignant past. Thanks to her standout acting, Kim has earned a nomination for Best New Actress in the Television Category at the upcoming 61st Baeksang Arts Awards, scheduled for June 5th.

This early recognition places Kim Tae-yeon among the most promising young stars in Korean entertainment today. Her signing with Ace Factory—home to top actors like Lee Jong-suk, Lee Jun-hyuk, Lee Si-young, Yoo Jae-myung, Yeom Hye-ran, Yoon Se-ah, Lee Kyu-hyung, Jang Seung-jo, and Moon Jung-hee—further reinforces the industry’s belief in her immense potential.

As a full-service content and talent management company, Ace Factory is expected to carefully cultivate Kim Tae-yeon’s future projects both domestically and globally, signaling the start of a promising new chapter in the young actress’s career.