### Kim Ye-ji’s Recent News
**Kim Ye-ji’s Acting Debut as an Assassin**
Kim Ye-ji, the South Korean pistol shooter who rose to global fame during the 2024 Olympics, has landed her first acting role as an assassin in the short-form series ‘Crush,’ a spinoff of the global film project ‘Asia’ produced by Seoul-based entertainment firm Asia Lab.
**Collaboration with Anushka Sen**
Kim will share the screen with Indian actress and influencer Anushka Sen. The collaboration is seen as a potential synergy that could emerge from their roles as assassins in the series, which follows the stories of individuals tackling racism and discrimination.
**Public Reception and Future Plans**
Kim’s silver medal win in the women’s 10m air pistol event at the Olympics, along with her distinctive style and calm demeanor, made her an overnight sensation on social media. Notable figures like Elon Musk praised her star quality, suggesting she should be cast in an action movie without needing to act.
Kim has also signed with a South Korean talent agency to manage her activities outside of sports, with numerous brands and TV shows interested in featuring her. She has appeared in various magazine shoots, including Louis Vuitton and Vogue Korea. Despite her newfound fame, Kim insists that “nothing has changed much” since the Olympics, indicating her focus remains on her athletic career while exploring her acting opportunities.
