Kim Ah-rang signs exclusive contract with SM C&C... A new challenge for the short track gold medalist

Kim Ah-rang has signed an exclusive contract with SM C&C and will begin full-scale activities as a broadcaster. On the 17th, SM C&C announced the exclusive contract with Kim Ah-rang, stating, ″Kim Ah-rang is a short track speed skater representing South Korea and an artist with bright and healthy energy. She has interests in various fields beyond sports, so we look forward to her diverse activities in the future. We will provide full support to help her actively promote herself as a broadcaster.″ Kim Ah-rang competed as a national representative for a long time, starting with the 2014 Sochi Winter Olympics, followed by the 2018 PyeongChang Winter Olympics, and the 2022 Beijing Winter Olympics. In particular, she won gold medals in the women’s 3000m short track relay at both the 2014 Sochi and 2018 PyeongChang Winter Olympics, achieving back-to-back Olympic victories. In addition to her athletic career, Kim Ah-rang appeared on various entertainment programs such as tvN’s You Quiz on the Block, MBC’s How Do You Play?, Radio Star, I Live Alone, JTBC’s Knowing Bros, and Magic Wardrobe 2, gaining viewers’ attention with her bright and friendly charm. On these shows, she showcased various aspects of her life, including her daily routine and training as a short track athlete, her personal side off the rink, and her interests in fashion and beauty. Furthermore, Kim Ah-rang has built public recognition by working as an advertising model in various fields such as pharmaceuticals, home appliances, clothing, and beverages. Through her personal YouTube channel ″Kim Ah-rang,″ she communicates with subscribers by sharing content on topics like sports and beauty. SM C&C represents several artists, including Kang Ho-dong, Jeon Hyun-moo, Seo Jang-hoon, Jang Young-ran, and Jang Do-yeon.