The best way to describe Seo Kang Joon is that he can ~captivate~ you with his alluring eyes. I first encountered him when I watched Cheese In The Trap and I remember having an intense second lead syndrome because of his character, Baek In Ho.
Seo Kang Joon has been in the industry for years already. Some of you have probably seen him in various series in which he portrayed remarkable roles. Aside from his ethereal looks, this Korean actor can catch your attention with his other talents. And since we already started talking about it, here's a rundown of the 12 things you should know about him!
Interesting facts about Seo Kang Joon
1. He was born on October 12, 1993
Kang Joon is turning 29 this month! He is a Libra. Those who are under this zodiac sign are said to be idealistic, clever, and smart. These traits perfectly fit him because he is someone who thinks more of the purpose. He also believes that while it is important to take into consideration of other people's opinions, the best decision will still come from yourself. Such thoughtful words from a wise man!
2. Seo Kang Joon's birth name is Lee Seung Hwan.
Just when we thought we're calling him by his birthname, he was actually born Lee Seung Hwan. His stage name, Seo Kang Joon, is the name of actor Ha Jung Woo's manager and was given to him by Fantagio (his label)'s former vice president. It was because of the myth that a celebrity will turn successful if he takes after the name of the manager. We can all agree that it works for Kang Joon but either way, both names suit him well!
3. He was the leader of 5urprise.
Formed in 2013, 5urprise is a South Korean actor group where Kang Joon served as the leader. His members include actors Yoo Il, Gong Myung, Kang Tae Oh, and Lee Tae Hwan. It was in April 2020 when Fantagio announced that the group will part ways after the expiration and non-renewal of their contracts. All of them eventually signed up with new agencies.
4. Seo Kang Joon debuted in 2013.
Kang Joon already appeared in small roles in dramas such as To The Beautiful You, Good Doctor, and A Gentleman's Dignity, but he actually made his acting debut in 2013 when he starred in the web series After School: Lucky Or Not. Since then, he became known for his acting chops.
5. He has an overflowing passion for acting.
In one interview, Kang Joon responded that the reason why he acts so diligently is that he gets overwhelmed with jealousy every time he watches the shows of the actors he likes and respects. It becomes his driving force to perform better so that he can be like them. He also revealed that there's nothing he's greedy for besides acting and it's the only thing that triggers his inferiority complex. He always tries to be indifferent by doing what he really wants to do.
6. He went to Malaysia to study.
Kang Joon is not just a passionate actor, he's also a diligent student who knows the value of education. He even went to Malaysia for more than a year during his high school years and eventually returned to South Korea to finish his studies.
7. He has a degree in Performing Arts.
Even after he successfully made his acting debut, he still pursued going to college and enrolled at Dong Seoul University. He holds an associate degree from the Performing Arts Department of the said school.
8. Seo Kang Joon started playing the piano at a young age.
Even if he chose a different path from acting, Kang Joon is definitely born to be in the spotlight. Gifted by talents, he started learning the piano at the age of eight and he nurtured the skill as he grows. This is one reason why he perfectly portrayed his role as a genius pianist in Cheese In The Trap. Other than that, Kang Joon can also sing, proving that he is also musically talented. Oh, just how perfect this man can be!
9. His hobbies include horseback riding, playing tennis, and golf.
Strengthening his ~*boyfriend vibes*~, Kang Joon's hobbies will totally make your heart flutter. Imagine a perfect guy with prince-like visuals who also enjoys horseback riding. If this is not a fairytale in reality, what else can we call this? Someone like Kang Joon allows us to see that handsome, talented, kind, and smart guys do not only exist in our dreams! Other than that, he also loves playing tennis and golf. Is there anything this man can't do?
10. He won several awards
Proof of his impeccable acting skills is the awards and achievements he earned throughout his career. The list of awards is long and it includes his Best New Actor award during the 7th Korea Drama Awards in 2014, Best Entertainer Award (Actor) during the 1st Asia Artist Award in 2016, and Excellence Award during the 2018 KBS Drama Awards. There's no doubt that he truly deserves all of these with all the masterpieces that he delivered!
11. Seo Kang Joon is on Instagram
Not that I can read your mind but it's a safe assumption that at this point, you're probably thinking of checking him on social media. We've got you covered! You can follow him on IG and he goes with the username, @seokj1012. He currently has four million followers and he is only following his agency, Man Of Creation.
12. He went to Manila in 2019.
A special treat for Filipino fans, Kang Joon first went to the Philippines pre-pandemic on March 25, 2019 when he brought his The Last Charm show to the New Frontier Theatre. He went on to play a couple of games and made kilig interactions with his lucky fans. More than three years after, we are looking forward to him visiting the country again so that more fans will have the chance to see him live!
We just listed 12 facts about him but we assure you, there are endless reasons why you should *support* Seo Kang Joon! He's currently on military service since November 2021 and prior to that, he finished filming for the TV series, Grid, which aired this year. While waiting, you can binge-watch his films and dramas to see how great of an actor he is. Kang Joon is still as promising as when he was starting, and we are all excited to see more of his future projects after his expected military discharge next year.
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