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Hyun Bin
At the 18th PiFan opening ceremony in Bucheon on July 17, 2014
Born
Kim Tae-pyung

(1982-09-25) September 25, 1982 (age 41)
Seoul, South Korea
Alma materChung-Ang University[1]
OccupationActor
Years active2003–present
Agent(s)VAST Entertainment
Universal D
Height1.84 m (6 ft 0 in)
Korean name
Hangul
Hanja
Revised RomanizationHyeonbin
McCune–ReischauerHyŏnbin
Birth name
Hangul
Hanja
Revised RomanizationGim Tae-pyeong
McCune–ReischauerKim T'aep'yŏng

Hyun Bin (born Kim Tae-pyung on September 25, 1982) is a South Korean actor. He is best known for his leading roles in the television dramas My Name Is Kim Sam-soon (2005), The World That They Live In (2008) and Secret Garden (2010-2011).

Career

2004–2009: Breakout

Hyun Bin receiving the Producers’ Choice Award at the 2014 Bucheon International Fantastic Film Festival

Hyun first starred in Nonstop 4 and quirky romance drama Ireland.[2] He shot to stardom with the 2005 romantic comedy series My Lovely Sam Soon with Kim Sun-a.[3] Sam-soon was a massive hit with average ratings of over 37% and 50.5% for the finale,[4] for which Hyun won the Top Excellence Award at the MBC Drama Awards.

Following the success of Sam-soon, Hyun starred in his first film as a lead actor in A Millionaire's First Love (written by internet novelist Guiyeoni).[5] It was released in South Korean cinemas on February 9, 2006, and recorded 639,596 admissions during its run.[6]; and was pre-sold to Japan for US$1,500,000.[7]

However, Hyun's next television project The Snow Queen failed to be successful.[8] He began choosing more eclectic projects, such as 2008's The World That They Live In, which was well-received for Noh Hee-kyung's writing.[9] He then starred in romance film I Am Happy, which was the closing film at the 2008 Busan International Film Festival.[10][11] In 2009, Hyun drew critical acclaim in his portrayal a sociopath in the gangster saga Friend, Our Legend, reportedly watching Kwak Kyung-taek's original film 20 to 30 times.[12][13][14][15][16][17][18]

2010–2013: Overseas popularity

Hyun experienced a resurgence of fame in 2010 with Secret Garden, a romantic fantasy written by Kim Eun-sook.[19][20] The drama brought in 30% ratings and garnered much interest regarding its fashion, catchphrases and music.[21] Hyun was recognized at the 2010 SBS Drama Awards and the 47th Baeksang Arts Awards for his stellar performance.[22][23] He also contributed to the soundtrack of the drama with "That Man", which peaked at number one in eight Korean music portals.[24][25][26]

In 2011, Hyun starred in two films; Come Rain, Come Shine (a minimalist breakup indie directed by Lee Yoon-ki); and Late Autumn (directed by Kim Tae-yong). Shot in Seattle, Late Autumn was an English-language remake of the 1966 Lee Man-hee classic, in which Hyun played a man on the run who falls in love with a woman who is on special leave from prison (Chinese actress Tang Wei).[27][28][29][30] It became the highest grossing Korean film released in China to date, taking in more than US$9.5 million over two weeks, which was unprecedented for a melodrama.[31] He received a good review from The Hollywood Reporter which stated, "It is Hyun who impresses more for not underplaying the dandy, narcissistic side of his personality."[32]

Hyun walked the red carpet at the 61st Berlin International Film Festival where the two films screened[33][34][35] He described the honor as his "happiest achievement."[36][37]

After the merger of their former agency AM Entertainment with SM Entertainment,[38] Hyun's reps announced in November 2012 that the actor and Shin Min-ah had decided to go independent and set up their own management agency O& Entertainment.[39] Hyun then spent most of 2013 shooting commercials as an in-demand product endorser,[40][41][42][43] and holding fan meetings all over Asia.[44]

2014–2016: Comeback

For his acting comeback after military service, Hyun chose The Fatal Encounter, his first ever period film, in which he played the leading role of King Jeongjo who faced fierce party strife and assassination attempts during his reign.[45][46][47][48] It was released in April 2014 and drew more than 3 million admissions.[49] However, Hyun was criticized for his flat tonation and lack of emotions in the film; which received mostly negative reviews.[50][51]

Hyun next starred in Hyde, Jekyll, Me, a 2015 romantic series in which he plays a man with split personality disorder (inspired by the literary character) whose two personas both fall for the same woman.[52] However, the drama was a commercial flop and recorded the lowest ratings for a prime-time series.[53]

In January 2016, Hyun set his own agency VAST Entertainment.[54]

2017–present: Career resurgence

Hyun then returned to silver screen with the action-thriller film titled Confidential Assignment (2017), where he plays the role of a North Korean detective that is secretly sent to South Korea to apprehend a crime ring that is made up of North Korean traitors.[55] The film was a success, and Hyun received positive reviews for his action scenes and comedic performance.[56]

Hyun has confirmed his casting in the film, The Swindlers (also known as Conman) along with Yoo Ji-tae. The movie is about a prosecutor who plans to catch a con man who has swindled a large sum of money.[57] He will also star in crime thriller Negotiation alongside Son Ye-jin and zombie blockbuster Rampant with Jang Dong-gun.[58][59]

Social activities

After joining the Marines for his mandatory military service and completing six months into his service, Hyun participated in the "Seoul Reclamation Anniversary Marine Marathon Competition". He ran 6.25 km long course with 400 exemplary senior marines. This event was held in remembrance of the historically significant event when the Marines won back the capital Seoul that had been taken during the 6.25 Korean War.[60]

On October 29, 2013 Korean Government held a “50th Savings Day” event. Hyun Bin received recognition as the recipient of the President’s award for saving 35 billion won (approximately USD 3.3 million) within 17 years.[61]

In February 2016, Hyun was involved in an awareness campaign against animal cruelty. As part of the project, Hyun's agency VAST Entertainment released pictures of him posing with a retired search and rescue dog named "Vision".[62]

Personal life

Hyun was born and raised in Seoul. He has one older brother. He graduated from Chung-Ang University in 2004, where he majored in Theater Studies. In 2009, he enrolled at the same university to obtain a Master's degree.

Hyun dated actress Hwang Ji-hyun from 2006 to 2007,[63][64] and actress Song Hye-kyo from 2009 to 2011.[65][66]

Since December 2016, Hyun is in a relationship with actress Kang So-ra.[67][68]

Military enlistment

On March 7, 2011, Hyun volunteered to serve his 21 months of compulsory military service in the Marine Corps, considered the toughest service branch.[69][70][71][72][73] He was discharged on December 6, 2012 and received a citation for being an exemplary soldier.[74][75][76][77]

Filmography

Film

Year Title Role
2004 Spin Kick Lee Min-gyu
2005 Daddy Long Legs Hyung-joon
2006 A Millionaire's First Love Kang Jae-kyung
2009 I Am Happy Jo Man-soo
2011 Late Autumn Hoon
Come Rain, Come Shine He
2014 The Fatal Encounter King Jeongjo
2017 Confidential Assignment Im Cheol-ryung
The Swindlers Hwang Ji-sung
2018 Negotiation Min Tae-goo
Rampant Lee Chung

Television series

Year Title Role Network
2003 Bodyguard stalker KBS2
2004 Nonstop 4 Hyun Bin MBC
Ireland Kang Gook MBC
2005 My Name Is Kim Sam-soon Hyun Jin-heon MBC
Nonstop 5 cameo MBC
2006 The Snow Queen Han Tae-woong/Han Deuk-gu KBS2
2008 Worlds Within Jung Ji-oh KBS2
2009 Friend, Our Legend Han Dong-soo MBC
2010 Secret Garden Kim Joo-won SBS
2015 Hyde, Jekyll, Me Gu Seo-jin/Robin SBS

Music video appearances

Year Song Title Artist
2003 "내탓이죠" Herb
2005 "Memory" Kim Bum-soo
2006 "Hey U" Lemon Tree

Discography

Year Title Notes
2010 "Dream in My Heart" Single
2011 "Can't Have You" Friend, Our Legend OST
"That Man" Secret Garden OST

Awards and nominations

Year Award Category Nominated work Result
2004
MBC Entertainment Awards
 Special Award, TV Actor category
Nonstop 4
 Won
MBC Drama Awards
 Best New Actor
Ireland
 Won
2005
41st Baeksang Arts Awards
 Best New Actor (TV) Nominated
MBC Drama Awards
Top Excellence Award, Actor My Name Is Kim Sam-soon Won
Popularity Award Won
Best Couple Award with Kim Sun-a Won
2006
42nd Baeksang Arts Awards[78]
Most Popular Actor (Film)
A Millionaire's First Love
 Won
KBS Drama Awards
Excellence Award, Actor
The Snow Queen
 Nominated
Popularity Award Won
Netizen Award Won
Best Couple Award with Sung Yu-ri Won
2007
43rd Baeksang Arts Awards
Best Actor (TV) Nominated
2008
KBS Drama Awards
Excellence Award, Actor in a Miniseries
Worlds Within
 Nominated
Popularity Award Nominated
Netizen Award Nominated
2009
MBC Drama Awards
 Excellence Award, Actor
Friend, Our Legend
 Nominated
2010
SBS Drama Awards
Top Excellence Award, Actor in a Drama Special
Secret Garden
 Won
Top 10 Stars Won
Netizen Popularity Award Won
Best Couple Award with Ha Ji-won Won
2011
47th Baeksang Arts Awards[22]
Grand Prize (Daesang) for TV Won
Best Actor (TV) Nominated
6th Seoul International Drama Awards[79]
 Outstanding Korean Actor Nominated
2014
18th Puchon International Fantastic Film Festival[80]
Producer's Choice Award — Won
2015
SBS Drama Awards
Top Excellence Award, Actor in a Drama Special
Hyde, Jekyll, Me
Nominated

References

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  2. ^ 10LINE: Actor Hyun Bin. 10Asia. 2 December 2009.
  3. ^ "Actor Hyun Bin Becomes Top Hallyu Star in Japan". KBS Global. 2 March 2006. Retrieved 23 December 2014.
  4. ^ Samsoon last episode hangs on hope. Korea JoongAng Daily. 22 July 2005.
  5. ^ "TV Heartthrob Hyun Bin Makes Move to the Big Screen". The Chosun Ilbo. 16 February 2006. Retrieved 23 December 2014.
  6. ^ "Commercial Releases in 2006: Box-Office Admission Results". Koreanfilm.org. Retrieved 23 December 2014.
  7. ^ "A Millionaire's First Love Sold to Japan". Koreacontent.org via Hancinema. 20 February 2006. Retrieved 2014-12-13.
  8. ^ Chun, Su-jin (28 November 2006). "New drama's concept has passed its time". Korea JoongAng Daily. Retrieved 2013-08-07.
  9. ^ "Song Hye-go, Hyun Bin Star in New KBS Drama Series". KBS Global. 28 October 2008. Retrieved 2011-11-11.
  10. ^ "Hyun Bin's Happy is unhappy". 10Asia. 16 November 2009.
  11. ^ "Hyun Bin: 'There is No Right Answer for Happiness'". KBS Global. 17 November 2009.
  12. ^ "Blockbuster Friend to Be Reproduced as TV Series". The Korea Times. 4 July 2008.
  13. ^ "Movie-Based Dramas to Fill TV Screens". The Korea Times. 8 July 2008.
  14. ^ Friends, Lawyers to Hit Small Screen. The Korea Times. 23 June 2009.
  15. ^ "Legal wars and blood brothers hit TV". The Korea Herald. 24 June 2009.
  16. ^ Interview: Hyun Bin - Part 1. 10Asia. 24 November 2009.
  17. ^ Interview: Hyun Bin - Part 2. 10Asia. 24 November 2009.
  18. ^ Interview: Hyun Bin - Part 3. 10Asia. 24 November 2009.
  19. ^ Secret Garden Hyun Bin, Ha Ji-won speak on switching bodies - Part 1. 10Asia. 9 December 2010.
  20. ^ Secret Garden Hyun Bin, Ha Ji-won speak on switching bodies - Part 2. 10Asia. 9 December 2010.
  21. ^ Kwon, Mee-yoo (26 January 2011). "Secret Garden leaves fairytale love story". The Korea Times. Retrieved 2013-03-26.
  22. ^ a b "Hyun Bin, Lee Byung-hun win Paeksang awards". The Korea Herald. 29 May 2011.
  23. ^ Hyun Bin, Lee Byung-hun win top prizes at Paeksang. 10Asia. 27 May 2011.
  24. ^ 현빈, 5일째 8개 음원사이트 1위…롱런하나 (Hyun Bin, first place in 8 music sites for the fifth day...long run?). Nate (in Korean). 11 January 2011.
  25. ^ Focus: Actor Hyun Bin, this man cries. 10Asia. 14 January 2011.
  26. ^ Success of Secret Garden Continues to Grow. The Chosun Ilbo. 21 January 2011.
  27. ^ Hyun Bin, Tang Wei Cast in Korea-US Project. The Korea Times. 5 November 2009.
  28. ^ Actor Hyun Bin is on the rise in America, too. The Korea Times. 27 January 2011.
  29. ^ Anticipation builds for Late Autumn debut. Korea JoongAng Daily. 11 February 2011.
  30. ^ Interview: Actor Hyun Bin. 10Asia. 15 February 2011.
  31. ^ Late Autumn becomes the all-time highest grossing Korean film in China. Korean Film Biz Zone. 13 April 2012.
  32. ^ Late Autumn -- Film Review. The Hollywood Reporter. 14 October 2010.
  33. ^ Hyun Bin emerges as Romeo of the hour. The Korea Times. 15 February 2011.
  34. ^ Actors Hyun Bin and Lim Soo-jung pose for cameras.... The Korea Times. 18 February 2011.
  35. ^ "Director Lee defends pace of Berlin’s sole Asian entry". The Korea Herald. 18 February 2011.
  36. ^ Hyun Bin happiest with invitation to Berlin film fest. 10Asia. 20 January 2011.
  37. ^ Come Rain invited to Berlinale. The Korea Times. 21 January 2011.
  38. ^ "Why Were Hyun Bin, Shin Min Ah Left Out of the SM C&C-AM Entertainment Merger?". enewsWorld. CJ E&M. 9 September 2012.
  39. ^ Hyun Bin to Set Up His Own Agency With Shin Min Ah. Soompi. 8 November 2012.
  40. ^ "Hyun Bin the face of canned coffee". Korea JoongAng Daily. 10 January 2013.
  41. ^ "Hyun Bin Becomes Model for Cantata Coffee". enewsWorld. CJ E&M. 11 January 2013.
  42. ^ "Hyun Bin Re-Cast As Samsung Smart TV's Model". enewsWorld. CJ E&M. 17 January 2013.
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  47. ^ "Hyun Bin back as a muscular King Jeongjo". Korea JoongAng Daily. 4 April 2014.
  48. ^ "Hyun Bin Recalls Fitness Regimen Fit for a King for Latest Flick". The Chosun Ilbo. 16 May 2014.
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  50. ^ Sunwoo, Carla (25 April 2014). "Fatal Encounter deathly boring". Korea JoongAng Daily. Retrieved 2014-05-20.
  51. ^ Lee, Claire (27 April 2014). "Fatal Encounter fails to be memorable". The Korea Herald. Retrieved 2014-04-27.
  52. ^ "Hyun Bin will star in Hyde". Korea JoongAng Daily. 8 October 2014.
  53. ^ ""Hyde, Jekyll and I" breaks record for lowest percentage". Hancinema.
  54. ^ "현빈, 회사명 '베스트엔터테인먼트'로 확정…컴백 박차". MBN (in Korean). 21 January 2016.
  55. ^ "Actor Hyun Bin back on silver screen". The Korea Times. September 2015.
  56. ^ "Prince Charming turns tough guy : Hyun Bin's role in 'Confidential Assignment' is uncharted territory for the heartthrob actor". Korea JoongAng Daily. 20 January 2017.
  57. ^ "Hyun-bin Signs Up for KKUN". Korean Film Biz Zone.
  58. ^ "Son Ye-jin, Hyun Bin begin shooting new police thriller". The Korea Herald.
  59. ^ "Hyun-bin Takes on Period Zombie Film CHANG-GWOL". Korean Film Biz Zone (in Korean).
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  61. ^ "Actor Hyun Bin Receives President's Award". Scoompi. 30 October 2013.
  62. ^ "Hyun Bin Campaigns Against Animal Cruelty". Scoompi. 26 February 2016.
  63. ^ "'They have nothing to do with each other anymore', broken up couples in showbiz". HanCinema. 1 January 2008.
  64. ^ Kim, Soo-jin (1 May 2007). 현빈-황지현 커플, 두달전 '결별' [Hyun Bin - Hwang Ji-hyun couples, two months ago 'separation']. Star News (in Korean).
  65. ^ "[TALK OF THE TOWN] 'Worlds Within' stars couple up". Korea JoongAng Daily. 6 August 2009.
  66. ^ "Hyun Bin, Song Hye-kyo Announce Split". The Chosun Ilbo. 9 March 2011.
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  69. ^ Heartthrob Hyun Bin Volunteers for Marines. The Chosun Ilbo. 13 January 2011.
  70. ^ Hyun Bin to join Marine Corps. Korea JoongAng Daily. 13 January 2011.
  71. ^ Hyun Bin joins Marine Corps. The Korea Times. 7 March 2011.
  72. ^ Hyun Bin to be deployed to NLL. Korea JoongAng Daily. 20 April 2011.
  73. ^ Hyun Bin fever hits island in Yellow Sea. Korea JoongAng Daily. 22 April 2011.
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  75. ^ "Hyun Bin tears up after discharge". Korea JoongAng Daily. 7 December 2012.
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