On 26 Jan 2026 GMT+7, meet Kim Min-ji, a charming female sprinter and one of the cast members of the hit dating show Single's Inferno season 5 on Netflix. This beautiful athlete, who combines idol-level looks with athletic strength, has gone viral across global social media.
Before entering "Hell Island," Min-ji was widely recognized as the “Karina of Athletics” due to her sharp, beautiful face, defined jawline, and captivating eyes. Netizens often noted her strong resemblance to Karina of aespa. While she may appear as a cool, reserved sportswoman on the outside, in reality, she is cute, shy, and naturally authentic—the charming contrast that has won viewers’ hearts.
Min-ji is a professional athlete specializing in the 400-meter sprint and 400-meter hurdles. Her 14-year career has been marked by numerous achievements.
She was the 400-meter university champion three years in a row (2014, 2017, 2018).
She won multiple gold medals at national competitions in South Korea.
She has continuously claimed titles at the general public level.
Currently, she is affiliated with Jincheon County.
On Single's Inferno 5, among a lineup of beautiful Korean women, Min-ji’s standout charm, straightforwardness, and sincere expression made her a top contender. She was voted the hottest woman on the island from Episode 1 and ranked second in popularity among participants by Instagram followers.
In her entertainment career, in 2022 Min-ji appeared as a track and field commentator alongside Yoon Yeo-chun during the Chuseok Asian Games. Two years later, in 2024, she served as commentator for the women’s Olympic relay race penalty shootout on SBS channel.
Besides running, she is skilled in football and baseball. In 2022, she had the honor of throwing the opening pitch for the Korean Basketball League (KBO) regular season game between the Hanwha Eagles and the NC Dinos at Hanwha Life Eagles Park in Daejeon. Hanwha won the game, ending their losing streak.