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Hyuk (singer)
Han Sang-hyuk ( born July 5, 1995), better known by his stage name Hyuk (), is a South Korean singer and actor. Hyuk debuted as a member of the South Korean boy group VIXX in May 2012, and began his acting career in 2016 in the comedy-action film '' Chasing'' as Han Won-tae. Early life Hyuk was born and raised in Daejeon, South Korea. His family consists of himself, his parents and one older sister. He studied Practical Music at Hanlim Multi Art School and K-Pop Performance major at Dong-Ah Institute of Media and Arts. Career 2012–2014: Debut with VIXX and variety shows Hyuk was one of ten trainees who were contestants in Mnet's survival reality show '' MyDOL'' and was chosen to be a part of the final line-up and the 6-member boy group VIXX finally debuted with "Super Hero" on May 24, 2012, on M! Countdown. In 2013, Hyuk appeared in episode 4 of SBS' television drama ''The Heirs'' alongside his group members. In 2014, Hyuk appeared as a small cameo role in SBS's tele ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Han (Korean Name)
Han (Hangul 한, Hanja 韓) is the typical romanized spelling of the Korean family name. Other alternate spellings for 한 include Hahn and Haan. In hanja, it translates to "King”, “Kingdom”, “country" and/or “Korean people”. Han is the oldest name in Korea. Clans As with all the Korean family names, the holders of the Han surname are divided into different patrilineal clans, or lineages, known in Korean as ''bon-gwan'', based on their ancestral seat. Most such clans trace their lineage back to a specific founder. This system was at its height under the Joseon Dynasty, but it remains in use today. There are approximately 241 such clans claimed by South Koreans. Cheongju clan Cheongju Han clan is considered one of the noble clans of Korea, with the Gyeongju Kim, Gimhae Kim clan, Gimhae Kim, Park (Korean surname), Miryang Park, Gyeongju Seok, Pyeongyang Ko, and Jeonju Yi clan, Jeonju Yi clans. In the Silla, Silla Dynasty, all of the Cheongju Hans were part of the Bone ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
The Heirs
''The Heirs'' (Korean: ), also known as ''The Inheritors'', is a South Korean television series starring Lee Min-ho, Park Shin-hye, and Kim Woo-bin. Written by Kim Eun-sook, the drama is set in a high school populated by the privileged and uber-rich. It aired on SBS from October 9 to December 12, 2013. This was the first Korean drama co-produced by American digital distribution platform DramaFever and Korean production company Hwa&Dam Pictures. Due to its star-studded cast and writer Kim Eun-sook (who previously wrote ''Lovers in Paris'', '' Secret Garden'' and '' A Gentleman's Dignity''), international broadcasting rights were sold to 13 countries. It had the highest selling price in Japan among all the 2013 Korean dramas at US$30,000 for each episode. As of January 26, 2014, the series has garnered more than one billion views on Youku, China's biggest video streaming site. Synopsis The series follows a group of wealthy, privileged high school students as they are about to ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Kim Seung-woo
Kim Seung-woo (c. February 24, 1969) is a South Korean actor who participated in various films, television series and variety shows through out 1990 until 2022. He also works in different media platforms such as playing a talk show host role. Filmography Film *'' Chasing'' (2016) *''Horny Family'' (2013) *'' I Am a Dad'' (2011) *'' 71: Into the Fire'' (2010) *'' IRIS: The Movie'' (2010) *''Curling Love'' (2007) *'' Between Love and Hate'' (2006) *''Woman on the Beach'' (2006) *'' Heaven's Soldiers'' (2005) *'' Once Upon a Time in a Battlefield'' (2003) ( cameo) *''Spring Breeze'' (2003) *''Reversal of Fortune'' (2003) *'' Break Out'' (2002) *'' Yesterday'' (2002) *''Secret Tears'' (2000) *''A Growing Business'' (1999) *''Scent of a Man'' (1998) *''Tie a Yellow Ribbon'' (1998) ( cameo) *''The Man with Flowers'' (1997) *''Deep Blue'' (1997) *'' Ghost Mamma'' (1996) *''Do You Believe in Jazz?'' (1996) *''Corset'' (1996) *''Millions in My Account'' (1995) *''A Hot ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Kim Jung-tae
Kim Jung-tae (born Kim Tae-wook on December 13, 1972) is a South Korean actor. He is best known for his supporting roles on film and television. Career He made his acting debut in 1999 with the film ''The Uprising'' under his birth name Kim Tae-wook. In 2006 he started going by his current stage name Kim Jung-tae. Best known as a supporting actor, Kim was often typecast in antagonistic roles, mostly as gangsters, loan sharks, and other such villains. Kim drew praise in 2010 when he played the leading role in the 25-minute short film ''Remember O Goddess'', a film noir involving memory loss. That same year, audiences first got a taste of Kim's comical side in ''He's on Duty''. In 2014, he and his son Kim Ji-hoo appeared on '' The Return of Superman'', a reality show that follows celebrity fathers who take over caring for their children for a few days while their wives are away. They were originally guest stars in his friend Jang Hyun-sung's segment on episodes 20 and 21, but neti ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Jeff Bernat
Jeff Bernat (born December 11, 1989) is a Filipino-American singer, songwriter and record producer. He debuted in 2012 with the album, ''The Gentleman Approach,'' and developed a significant fan base in South Korea after the album track, "Call You Mine," was featured on the 2014 Korean drama, '' You Are My Destiny''. Early life Bernat was born in Subic, Philippines, but grew up in Reno, Nevada. Discography Studio albums Extended plays Singles Soundtrack appearances References External links Official websiteJeff Bernatat Coridel Entertainment Coridel Entertainment is a South Korean entertainment company established in 2015 by Tyler Kwon. History Coridel Entertainment was founded in 2015 by Tyler Kwon as a subsidiary of the Coridel Group, based in New York City, United States. It merg ... Jeff Bernatat P-Vine Records 1989 births Living people American soul singers American contemporary R&B singers American musicians of Filipino descent Record produ ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Yook Sungjae
Yook Sung-jae (; born ), also known mononymously as Sungjae, is a South Korean singer, songwriter, actor, host and entertainer. He is a member of the boy group BtoB and its sub-group, BtoB Blue. Aside from his group's activities, Yook has acted in television dramas ''Plus Nine Boys'' (2014), '' Who Are You: School 2015'' (2015), '' The Village: Achiara's Secret'' (2015), '' Guardian: The Lonely and Great God'' (2016), and '' Mystic Pop-up Bar'' (2020) and has appeared in several reality shows, including: '' Hitmaker'', '' We Got Married,'' and '' Master in the House''. Yook released his debut solo album, '' Yook O'Clock,'' on March 2, 2020. Early life and education Yook was born on May 2, 1995, in Yongin, Gyeonggi Province. He has one older sister. Yook comes from a business family. His father is the CEO of an IT corporation that deals with semiconductors. His grandfather was the first to introduce red carp in South Korea, while his grandmother operated a fishing farm in Paju. ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
BtoB (band)
} BtoB ( ; ; acronym for Born to Beat; often stylized as BTOB) is a South Korean boy band formed in 2012 by Cube Entertainment. The group consists of Seo Eun-kwang, Lee Min-hyuk, Lee Chang-sub, Im Hyun-sik, Peniel Shin and Yook Sung-jae. Originally a septet, Jung Il-hoon departed from the group on December 31, 2020. BtoB debuted on March 21, 2012, performing "Insane" (비밀) and "Imagine" on ''M Countdown''. The group's debut EP, ''Born to Beat'' was released on April 3, 2012. They released their first full-length album, ''Complete'', in June 2015. In November 2014, they made their Japanese debut with "Wow" under the Japanese agency Kiss Entertainment. Since the group's 2012 debut, they have received multiple awards, including the 30th Golden Disc Awards Best Vocal Group in 2016, 2017 Melon Music Awards Top 10 Bonsang and 25th Seoul Music Awards Ballad Award in 2018. Five of their albums topped the Gaon Album Chart, and nine of their singles peaked in top ten on the natio ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Jackson Wang
Jackson Wang (; ko, 왕잭슨; born 28 March 1994) is a Hong Kong rapper, singer, dancer, record producer, fashion designer, and music video director. He is the founder of record label Team Wang and is the creative director and lead designer for fashion brand Team Wang Design. Born and raised in Hong Kong, Wang initially gained widespread recognition after joining JYP Entertainment's K-pop boy group, Got7, in 2014. In 2017, he founded Team Wang and began releasing solo music in China and internationally thereafter. His first solo album, ''Mirrors'', debuted in 2019 and reached number 32 on the ''Billboard'' 200 in the United States. In 2021, Wang left JYP Entertainment and formed the Chinese hip hop group, Panthepack, under Team Wang. Prior to his music career, Wang was a sabre fencer and competed in numerous domestic and international competitions. Life and career 1994–2016: Early life and debut with Got7 Wang was born in Hong Kong on 28 March 1994. He was raised ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
N (singer)
Cha Hak-yeon (, born June 30, 1990), better known by his stage name N (), is a South Korean singer, actor, presenter, and radio host, signed to 51k. He debuted as a member of the South Korean boy group VIXX in May 2012, he began his acting career in 2014 in MBC's romantic-melodrama ''Hotel King'' as Noah. He has since had roles in ''The Family is Coming'' (2015), '' Cheer Up!'' (2015), and ''Tomorrow Boy'' (2016). N began his career as a radio host in May 2015 with his show ''VIXX N K-pop'' on SBS Power FM. Early life Born in Changwon, South Korea, N's family consists of himself, his parents, one older brother and two older sisters. N studied at Howon University and spent a year in Japan. Before debuting with VIXX, N participated in a musical called ''Gwanghwamun Love Song'' and entered in dance competitions. He had an extensive dance background, specializing in hip-hop, ballet, jazz and contemporary. In 2009, he participated and won various competitions held by big entertainme ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Defconn
Yoo Dae-joon (; January 6, 1977), known by his stage name Defconn, is a South Korean rapper and television personality. Biography 2004 In 2004, Defconn received the Korean Music Award for "Best Hip-Hop Album". His songs are mostly comical, sometimes involving lyrics about sexual attraction and wishing for more popularity. One song of his, though, centered on the Yangju highway incident in which two South Korean girls lost their lives to an American military tank, which sparked anti-American sentiment in South Korea at the time. He is one of the better known underground rappers in South Korea due to his parallel career as an MC. 2011–present In 2011, he became the host of MBC Every1's ''Weekly Idol'' alongside entertainer and comedian Jeong Hyeong-don, a show which was extended from an original six episode special to a weekly show that continues today. In June 2012, he and Hyungdon formed a hip-hop collaboration called Hyungdon and Daejun. Defconn is a founding member of ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Jung Hyung Don
Jung Hyung-don (; born February 7, 1978) is a South Korean comedian and television host. He is best known for his roles on the variety shows ''Infinite Challenge'' and ''Weekly Idol''. Early life and education Jung was born in Gimcheon in North Gyeongsang Province, South Korea. As a child, he moved with his family to Busan, where he later attended Busan Electronic Technical High School. After graduation, he worked for Samsung Electronics in Suwon for six years before entering the entertainment industry. Career Jung made his television debut on the sketch comedy show ''Gag Concert'' in 2002. On the show, he performed a sketch called "Do-Re-Mi Trio," in which he and two other comedians sang excerpts of popular songs, adding comedic punch lines to the end. In 2005, Jung joined the cast of a new variety show called ''Infinite Challenge''. Though the show initially had low viewership ratings, it went on to be a hit, and several of the songs Jung recorded for the show's periodic "so ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
