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Krystal
Krystal in 2011
Krystal in 2011
Background information
Birth nameChrystal Soo Jung
Born (1994-10-24) October 24, 1994 (age 29)[1]
San Francisco, California, United States[1]
GenresK-pop, dance
Occupation(s)Singer, dancer,
actress, model
Instrument(s)Lead Vocal, piano
Years active2000 – present
LabelsS.M. Entertainment

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Korean name
Hangul
크리스탈 정
Revised RomanizationKeuriseutal Jeong
McCune–ReischauerK'ŭrisŭt'al Chŏng
Birth name
Hangul
Hanja
Revised RomanizationJeong Sujeong
McCune–ReischauerChŏng Suchŏng

Chrystal Soo Jung (Hanja: 鄭秀晶; born October 24, 1994),[1] also known as Krystal or by her Korean name Jung Soo Jung, is a Korean American idol singer and actress. Discovered by S.M. Entertainment in 2000, she began filming for commercials and music videos by 2002. She is a member of South Korean girl group f(x) as the lead vocalist and maknae. She is also a member of the South Korean group S.M. The Ballad.

Biography

Early life

Krystal was born as Chrystal Soo Jung in San Francisco, California,[1] where her family from South Korea settled in the 1980s. During a family trip to South Korea in early 2000, at the age of five, she and her older sister Jessica were spotted by talent agency S.M. Entertainment, which earned her a cameo appearance in Shinhwa's "Wedding March" music video. The agency saw potential in both Krystal and her sister and offered them singing and dancing lessons, opting to professionally train them in a singing career. However, the offer was turned down by her parents, reasoning that Krystal was too young. Therefore, her parents at first only allowed her older sister to join the agency, who debuted as a member of the girl group Girls' Generation. Since then, the Jung sisters have appeared together in many events.

In 2002, Krystal began appearing in television commercials. She first appeared in a Lotte commercial with Korean actress Han Ga In. In 2006, her parents allowed her to join SM Entertainment, and the agency enrolled her in dance classes, including hip hop and jazz.[2]

Education

After moving to Korea, Krystal attended Korea Kent Foreign School, and then graduated from Hanlim Performing Arts High School on February 7, 2013, where she was honored with an achievement award.[3] She is currently attending Sungkyunkwan University, majoring in performing arts.[4] She is fluent in both English and Korean.

Music career

f(x)

See also: F(x) (band)

On August 24, 2009, a teaser trailer of f(x) was released via YouTube .[5] The group's debut digital single "LA chA TA" was released on September 1, followed by a 40-second teaser of the corresponding music video revealed on YouTube. The group then debuted on September 2 in a showcase, held at the Samseong-dong Fashion Center, specifically designed to introduce them. On September 5, f(x) had their first broadcast performance on MBC's music show Music Core.[6]

As for Krystal's solo activities, in 2010, as a part of her participation in the Melody Project, she released a song named "Melody". In the following year, she had another song "Because of Me" for the Sign OST.

SM The Ballad

See also: SM The Ballad

On February 4, 2014, SM Entertainment revealed that SM The Ballad will make a comeback with new members, Krystal being one of them. She has a duet with EXO's Chen in the track "When I Was... When U Were..." and another duet with TVXQ's Changmin in the Japanese version of the title track, Breath.[7] On February 12, 2014, Krystal performed her duet with Chen live at the SM The Ballad Joint Recital.

Television career

Acting

Krystal debuted as an actress in 2010 with a minor role in the TV sitcom More Charming by the Day. She also participated in the Melody Project, a series of music videos, in which she played a young student who is in love with her music teacher. There are six parts to the series; four parts have been released so far. Each music video is supposed to depict a distinctive emotion associated with love.[8][9][10]

In 2011, she appeared in High Kick 3!, playing the role of Ahn Soojung, a superficial and shallow girl, who does not have much depth of feelings, yet at times is also very capable of showing care and concern to the people she loves.[11]

In 2013, she was casted in The Heirs, portraying the role of Lee Bo-na, a rich and self-centered high school student, who is somewhat spoiled, yet contradictorily cute and has a good heart. During an interview featured in the DVD Edition of the drama, the producer himself praised Krystal for her good acting.[12]

Variety Shows

In 2010, Krystal appeared on Let's Go Dream Team 2, where she broke a high jump record that had been set on the show 10 years ago with a height of 1.95 metres. She was also a host of The M-Wave with fellow artist Thunder from MBLAQ.[13],.[14]

In 2011, she competed on the SBS skating reality show Kim Yuna's Kiss & Cry.[15] During the episode that aired on August 14, 2011, Krystal and her skating partner, Lee Dong Hun, won the competition, earning them the opportunity to skate at Kim Yuna's ‘Samsung Galaxy★Hauzen All That Skate Summer 2011‘ ice show.

Discography

Further information: F(x) discography
Year Album Song Duration Artist
2009 KBS2 Invincible Lee Pyung Kang OST "Hard but Easy" 03:51 With Luna
2010 KBS God of Study OST "Spread Its Wings" 03:56 With Luna & Amber
KBS Cinderella's Sister OST "Calling Out" 04:22 With Luna
Melody Project Part II – Moderato "Melody (Moderato)" 04:21 Solo
2011 SBS Sign OST "Because of Me" 03:15 Solo
MBC Sunday Night – Enjoy Today OST "Grumbling" 04:24 With Lee Teuk
2012 SBS To the Beautiful You "Butterfly" 03:01 With Jessica
2014 SM the Ballad Vol. 2 – Breathe "When I Was... When U Were..." 03:54 With Chen
"Breath" (Japanese Ver.) 04:30 With Changmin
Make Your Move 3D OST "Say Yes" 03:58 With Jessica & Kris

Filmography

Further information: F(x) filmography

Television drama

Year Title Role Network Notes
2010 More Charming By The Day Jung Soo Jung MBC Supporting Role
2011 Welcome to the Show Herself SBS Cameo
2011–2012 High Kick: Revenge of the Short Legged Ahn Soo Jung MBC Supporting Role
2013 The Heirs Lee Bo Na SBS Supporting Role/3rd Lead
2014 Potato Star Noh Soo Jung tvN Cameo/Episode 81

Films

Year Title Role Notes
2012 I AM. – SM Town Live World Tour in Madison Square Garden Herself Documentary of SMTown in New York

Variety shows

Date Channel Title Episode Role Notes
2010 – present SBS Star King Guest f(x)'s members have recurring roles on the show.
2010–2011 YStar Hello f(x) 1–4 Regular Cast f(x) travel to Africa, Thailand, and Japan.
MBC Every 1 f(x)'s Koala 1–15 Regular Cast f(Krystal+Victoria+Luna+Sulli). Amber didn't participate in the series due to an ankle injury.
2011 SBS Kim Yu-na's Kiss & Cry 1–14 Winner Starring: Krystal, IU, Kim Yu-na, Shin Dong-yup, Jin Ji-hee, Kim Byung-man, Lee Ah-hyun, Lee Kyu-hyuk, Park Jun-geum, Seo Ji-suk, Son Dam-bi, and U-Know Yun-ho
SBS Strong Heart 88 & 89 Guest Guest Star: Taecyeon (2PM), Krystal (f(x)), Kim Byung Man, Kyu Hyuk (Kiss & Cry), Cha Hwa Yeon,...
2012 SBS Running Man 93 & 94 Winner along with Gary Guest Star: f(x)'s Krystal, Kara's Gyuri & SeungYeon, 4Minute's HyunA, MissA's Suzy. Krystal receives a pure gold tiara.
MBC Every1 Weekly Idol 51 Guest f(Krystal+Amber+Luna+Victoria)
2013 MBC Music Amazing f(x) 1–8 Regular Cast f(x) travel to New Zealand to complete their bucket lists.
Mnet America Go! f(x) Regular Cast The show highlights f(x)'s trip to Austin, LA, and Hollywood. Anna Kendrick made a guest appearance.
2014 OnStyle Jessica&Krystal 1-10 Regular Cast with her sister Jessica, featuring daily activities of the two sisters[16]

Music video appearances

Year Song title Artist Role Notes
2000 "Wedding March" Shinhwa Little Girl
2006 "Still Believe" Rain Herself
2009 "Juliette" SHINee Juliette
2010 "Sweet Dreams" Alex Herself Melody Project – Andante
"Melody" Krystal Herself Melody Project – Moderato
2013 "Spring Will Probably Come" Byul Herself Melody Project – Fermata
"Memories Are More Beautiful Than Farewell" Tei Herself Melody Project – Adagio

Special Guest Appearance

Year Title Network Episode Notes
2010 Invincible Youth KBS2 Episode 52 Special guest along with Sulli & Luna
2010–2011 We Got Married (Khuntoria Edition) MBC Episode 4,15,16,43,44,45 & 64 Special guest
2013 Enemy of Broadcasting Mnet Episode 1 Special guest

Fashion Show Modeling

Year Title Designer Notes
2010 S/S SEOUL COLLECTION Ha Sang Baek With f(x) Amber, Sulli

Endorsements

Awards

Year Category Nominated Work Result
2010 MBC Entertainment Awards: Rookie Comedy Award More Charming By The Day Won[25]

References

  1. ^ a b c d The Birth of Chrystal Jung. californiabirthindex.org
  2. ^ "Jessica's younger sister Krystal, trainee since 2006". Star News (in Korean). August 28, 2009. p. 1. Retrieved August 29, 2009.
  3. ^ Krystal's high school teacher reveals how she was as a student in school. Allkpop.com (February 9, 2013). Retrieved on April 12, 2014.
  4. ^ Krystal and Jiyoung to attend the same university. Allkpop.com (December 8, 2012). Retrieved on April 12, 2014.
  5. ^ "f(x), Asia's Pop Dance Group". Newsen (in Korean). August 24, 2009. p. 1. Retrieved August 26, 2009.
  6. ^ "f(x)'s digital single "LA chA TA" released on the 1st, debuted on the 5th". Newsen (in Korean). August 31, 2009. p. 1. Retrieved August 31, 2009.
  7. ^ "More details including tracklist and participating artists for SM The Ballad's 2nd album 'Breath' revealed". allkpop. Retrieved February 4, 2014. {{cite web}}: |first= missing |last= (help)
  8. ^ Singer Tei and f(x) Krystal spotted together at a recording studio ". Dkpopnews.net (May 25, 2010). Retrieved on April 12, 2014.
  9. ^ F(x)'s Krystal, 'Melody' music video with Tei as they play the roles of lovers ". Dkpopnews.net (May 28, 2010). Retrieved on April 12, 2014.
  10. ^ Tei sings "Memory Is More Beautiful Than Farewell" for Melody Project ". Allkpop.com (March 8, 2013). Retrieved on April 12, 2014.
  11. ^ f(x)’s Krystal Reveals Inner Thoughts About Her Acting ". Soompi.com (November 23, 2011). Retrieved on April 16, 2014.
  12. ^ The Heirs (DVD) (12-Disc) (Director's Cut) (First Press Limited Edition) ". Yesasia.com (March 20, 2014). Retrieved on April 12, 2014.
  13. ^ Template:Ko icon "엠블랙 천둥 'F(x)의 무대 기대해주세요~". bnt news. May 18, 2010. {{cite news}}: Italic or bold markup not allowed in: |publisher= (help)
  14. ^ Sang-Hee Han (May 3, 2010). "Arirang TV to present global K-pop show". The Korea Times. {{cite news}}: Italic or bold markup not allowed in: |publisher= (help)
  15. ^ "金妍儿《Kiss&Cry》 Krystal展梦幻滑冰实力". fensi.com (in Chinese). June 3, 2011. Retrieved June 6, 2011. {{cite news}}: Unknown parameter |trans_title= ignored (|trans-title= suggested) (help) (Google translation)
  16. ^ Jessica and Krystal's reality show 'Jessica&Krystal' confirms premiere date". Allkpop.com (April 16, 2014). Retrieved on April 16, 2014.
  17. ^ SNSD and f(x) loves Chocolate. Allkpop.com. October 5, 2009.
  18. ^ f(x) fronts online auction. Allkpop.com. November 1, 2009.
  19. ^ f(x)’s extended Calvin Klein Jeans CF is the best jean CF of all time. Allkpop.com (September 17, 2010). Retrieved on April 12, 2014.
  20. ^ QUA Fashion. Allkpop.com (September 28, 2011). Retrieved on April 12, 2014.
  21. ^ Ho, Stewart (January 7, 2013). "SNSD's Jessica-f(x)'s Krystal Siblings Model for Stonehenge". enewsWorld. CJ E&M. Retrieved January 12, 2013.
  22. ^ Sunwoo, Carla (January 9, 2013). "F(x) members in the Etude House". Jangang Daily. Retrieved January 12, 2013.
  23. ^ Ho, Stewart (January 8, 2013). "f(x)'s Sulli and Krystal Become the Faces of Etude House". enewsWorld. CJ E&M. Retrieved January 12, 2013.
  24. ^ f(x) Krystal and model Ahn JaeHyun coupled up as models for PUMA. Dkpopnews.net (January 28, 2014). Retrieved on April 12, 2014.
  25. ^ Krystal Won Rookie Comedy Award for MBC "More Charming By The Day". Allkpop.com (December 29, 2010). Retrieved on April 12, 2014.
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