South Korean Actress Kang Seo-ha Dies at 31 After Courageous Cancer Battle, Completing Final Film Role

Kang Seo-ha, a 31-year-old South Korean actress known for her roles in various TV dramas and films, has passed away after battling cancer. Despite her illness, she continued to pursue her acting career with dedication, recently completing a leading role in the film "In the Net." Tributes from friends, colleagues, and fans have flooded social media, reflecting on her warm and caring personality even during her illness. Kang Seo-ha graduated from the Korea National University of Arts and debuted in 2012, building a steady career with appearances in series such as "Assembly," "Heart Surgeons," and "Nobody Knows." Her funeral will be held at Seoul St. Mary's Hospital on July 16, with her burial to take place in Haman, South Gyeongsang Province. The entertainment industry mourns the loss of a talented actress who passed away too soon.
Kang Seo-ha's real name was Kang Ye-won, and she was also known by this name in official records.
Kang Seo-ha was signed with Insight MCN, a talent agency jointly established by Insight Entertainment and Showtime Crew, since 2023.
Her recent work included completing a leading role in the film 'In the Net,' which stars Kim Seon Ho and Park Gyu Young, and another film titled 'The Innocents' (also referred to as 'The Mangin').
A heartfelt memorial post on Kang Seo-ha's social media describes her as an angel who, despite enduring great pain and not eating for months, still cared for others and never skipped meals for friends.
The funeral will be held at 7:40 a.m. on July 16 at Room 8 of the funeral hall in Catholic University of Korea's Seoul St. Mary's Hospital, with the burial or cremation taking place at Seoul Memorial Park and the family burial site in Haman, South Gyeongsang Province.
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