Kim Sang-bum (; born July 7, 1989), known professionally as Kim Bum (alternatively Kim Beom), is a South Korean actor, dancer, singer and model. He is best known for his television roles as F4 member So Yi-jung in ''

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'' (2009), guardian angel Lee Gook-soo in ''

Padam Padam ''Padam Padam'' () is a 2011 South Korean television series starring Jung Woo-sung, Han Ji-min, and Kim Bum. The romance / fantasy series was written by Noh Hee-kyung, and the title is a reference to a 1951 French song by Edith Piaf, an onom ...

'' (2011), villainous CEO Lee Ro-joon in '' Mrs. Cop 2'' (2016), half-blood

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Lee Rang in ''

Tale of the Nine Tailed ''Tale of the Nine Tailed'' () is a 2020 South Korean television drama starring Lee Dong-wook, Jo Bo-ah, and Kim Bum. It aired on tvN from October 7 to December 3, 2020, every Wednesday and Thursday at 22:30 ( KST) with 16 episodes. On Novemb ...

'' (2020), and Han Joon Hwi in

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(2021). His latest drama in 2022 is ''

Ghost Doctor ''Ghost Doctor'' ( is a 2022 South Korean television series directed by Boo Seong-cheol and starring Rain, Kim Bum, Uee, and Son Na-eun. The series revolves around two doctors from extreme backgrounds and skills merging into one person. It aire ...

'' which he played as Koh Seung-tak, 1st year cardiothoracic surgeon.

Early life and education

Kim Sang-beom was born in Seoul, South Korea on July 7, 1989. He attended

Chung-ang University Chung-Ang University (CAU; ) is a private research university in Seoul, South Korea. It is widely regarded as one of the best universities in South Korea. The university operates two campuses: main campus located in Dongjak District, Seoul, and ...

, majoring in Film and Theater.

Career

2006–2007: Beginnings

Kim joined the "Survival Star Audition", and was placed 6th out of hundreds of contestants. However, because he was under 20, he could not proceed in the competition. "Survival Star Audition" opened many opportunities for Kim, and he received multiple roles in television series. Kim made his acting debut in the sitcom ''

High Kick! ''High Kick!'' (; lit. "High Kick without Hesitation" or "Unstoppable High Kick") was a South Korean situation comedy revolving around the life of the Lee family. It aired in South Korea from Monday through Friday, in sitcom format. The show led ...

''.

2008–2011: Rising popularity

Kim first gained recognition for his scene-stealing role in MBC's anniversary drama '' East of Eden'', winning the Netizen Popularity Award at the

Korea Drama Awards The Korea Drama Awards () is an awards ceremony for excellence in television in South Korea. It was established in 2007, and is held annually in October in Jinju, South Gyeongsang Province as the official main event of the annual Korea Drama Fe ...

. He rose to prominence in 2009 after playing the role of So Yi-jung in the hit drama ''

''. He achieved further recognition with his supporting role in fantasy melodrama ''

'' (2011), written by

Noh Hee-kyung Noh Hee-kyung (born March 21, 1966) is a South Korean television screenwriter and essayist. Career Noh Hee-kyung has become renowned in South Korea for her realistic, cerebral and in-depth portrayals of the lives and relationships of ordinary ...

2012–2015: Solo debut and overseas activities

Kim released his first studio album, ''Hometown'', on June 20, 2012. He performed his first solo concert, ''Kim Beom Japan Live 2012'', at the Stellar Ball in Tokyo's Shinagawa Prince Hotel. In 2013, Kim reunited with Noh in romance melodrama ''

That Winter, The Wind Blows ''That Winter, the Wind Blows'' () is a 2013 South Korean romantic melodrama television series starring Jo In-sung and Song Hye-kyo. A gambler and con man (Jo) pretends to be the long-lost brother of a blind heiress (Song), but these two damag ...

'' (2013). He made his Chinese film debut in '' Young Detective Dee: Rise of the Sea Dragon'' directed by

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, which became one of the highest grossing Chinese films of the year. He then starred in the thriller ''Miracle Hands'' by Kwon Ho-young. The same year, he took on his first historical drama ''

Goddess of Fire ''Goddess of Fire'' (; lit. ''Goddess of Fire, Jung Yi'') is a 2013 South Korean television series starring Moon Geun-young, Lee Sang-yoon, Kim Bum, Park Gun-hyung, Seo Hyun-jin, Jun Kwang-ryul, Jeong Bo-seok, Byun Hee-bong, Han Go-eun, and Le ...

'' which co-stars

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. In 2014, Kim was cast in his first Chinese television drama ''

V Love ''V Love'' (; ), formerly known as ''Love In The Micro Era·First Love'' () is a 2014 Chinese television series directed by Liu Yuzhi and written by Chen Baohua, starring Gao Weiguang, Zhang Binbin, Zhang Yunlong, Dilraba Dilmurat, Xiao Yuyu, Li ...

'', also known as the Chinese version of ''Gossip Girls''. Kim subsequently starred in two Chinese films; romantic comedy ''

Lovers & Movies ''Lovers & Movies'' () is a 2015 Chinese romantic comedy film directed by Niu Chaoyang. It was released on April 30, 2015. Cast *Francis Ng as Yao Xingjie *Yu Nan as Ruoyao * Kim Bum as Lin Jun * Guli Nazha as Jiameng * Simon Yam as Qiu Guitang *K ...

'' and suspense film '' The Beloved''.

2015–present: Comeback to Korea

Kim made his small-screen comeback in tvN's crime thriller '' Hidden Identity'' in 2015. He starred in another crime thriller '' Mrs. Cop 2'', and earned praise for his portrayal of a villain. In 2018, Kim appeared in '' Detective K: Secret of the Living Dead'', the third installment in the comedy-mystery ''Detective K'' film series, marking his return to Korean cinemas after four years. He enlisted in the military in April 2018 and was released in March 2020. In 2020, he starred in the fantasy drama ''

'' alongside

Lee Dong-wook Lee Dong-wook (; born November 6, 1981 ) is a South Korean actor, host, model and entertainer. He is best known for his leading roles in the Korean drama, television dramas ''My Girl (2005 TV series), My Girl'' (2005), ''Scent of a Woman (TV ser ...

and

Jo Bo-ah Jo Bo-ah (born Jo Bo-yoon on August 22, 1991) is a South Korean actress, model and host known for her roles in ''Goodbye to Goodbye'' (2018), '' My Strange Hero'' (2018), ''Forest'' (2020), ''Tale of the Nine Tailed'' (2020), and ''Military Pros ...

. In 2021, he starred in legal drama ''

''. In 2022, Kim starred in ''

'', acting alongside

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.later July, Kim joined the UNIVERSE communication platform.

Personal life

In February 2012, Kim's agency announced that he was suffering from

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due to the dramatic weight-loss he experienced after training for his role in the

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cable drama ''

''. Kim is close friends with fellow actors

Lee Min-ho Lee Min-ho (, born June 22, 1987) is a South Korean actor, singer, model, creative director and businessman. He gained widespread fame worldwide with his role as Gu Jun-pyo in ''Boys Over Flowers'' (2009) which also earned him the Best New Acto ...

and

Jung Il-woo Jung Il-woo (; born 9 September 1987) is a South Korean actor. He is best known for his roles in the sitcom '' Unstoppable High Kick'' (2006), and the television dramas '' The Return of Iljimae'' (2009), ''49 Days'' (2011), '' Cool Guys, Hot R ...

Relationship

It was revealed on November 1, 2013, that Kim was dating his ''

'' co-star,

. On May 15, 2014, media outlets reported that they had ended their 7-month-long relationship. Agencies of both actors confirmed the news stating: "They did break up not too long ago but have decided to remain good friends and supportive colleagues". On March 29, 2018, it was confirmed that Kim is in a relationship with actress

Oh Yeon-seo Oh Yeon-seo (, born Oh Haet-nim []; June 22, 1987), is a South Korean actress, singer and model and is best known for her roles in television dramas '' My Husband Got a Family'' (2012), '' Jang Bo-ri is Here!'' (2014), ''Shine or Go Crazy'' (201 ...

. However, after a few months of dating they were reported to have parted ways.

Filmography

Film

Television series

Discography

Albums

Awards and nominations

Listicles

References

External links

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