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Today, Kim Soo-hyun is counted among the most culturally venerated actors in South Korea from an artistic point of view. With an ineffable prowess for acting and pure magnetism and charisma gracing his commanding list of awards, he has earned himself a firm foothold as one more leading personality in both television drama and films. Hard work, perseverance, and talent are found in the journey of Kim Soo-hyun; it begins with a low point and finishes at the highest-paid actor in South Korea.
Life History and Establishment of Career
Kim was born on February 16, 1988, in Seoul, South Korea, to a pretty ordinary childhood. Unlike a lot of celebs, Kim did not fall for acting until high school. His mother enrolled him in acting class so that he would not be so shy anymore, and soon he liked it.
He made his acting debut in a minor role in a sitcom for MBC called “Kimchi Cheese Smile” in 2007, but it would be his major turning point in being cast in this mega drama, “Dream High,” wherein he played the role of Song Sam-dong—a small-town boy attempting to come to terms with his hidden musical talents—his true venture into stardom not just for the possibly dramatic side of his acting career, but because it demonstrated who knows for certain his singing ability and now has sealed his place within the world of entertainment.
Rise to Standard with “Moon Embracing the Sun”
An example of yet another important turning point that made a difference in 2012 for Kim Soo-hyun, he was cast as King Lee Hwon in “Moon Embracing the Sun,” which then propelled the historical drama into instant skyrocket popularity, garnering an average viewership rating of more than 40%, crowned as “National Drama.” His award-winning best actor depiction captured public imagination as a young king torn between love and power.
It gained Global Recognition with “My Love from the Star.”
“My Love from the Star” of SBS in 2013 had Kim Soo-hyun in the role of Do Min-joon, an alien who had lived on Earth for 400 years. Uncanny on-screen chemistry with Jun Ji-hyun, depicting very well a character that was seemingly emotionless but so emotionally evolved—an entire gamut of performances—waved through him into the realm of the Hallyu superstars with millions of fans through Asia.
Kim thus utilized the drama’s aftermath for making a fortune through commercials; he reportedly signed more than 30 endorsement contracts in different fields of business like apparel, electronics, and cosmetics.
Kim Soo-hyun Blockbuster Hits and Movie’s
While taking the TV world by storm, Kim Soo-hyun also turned to films. He was in the spy action flick “The Thieves,” released in 2012, which has since grown to become one of the highest-grossing movies in Korean history. Silver screen success went on with “Secretly, Greatly” (2013), where Kim plays an undercover North Korean spy disguised as an idiot villager. The film broke records for the biggest opening ever for Korean cinema at that point in time.
Military and Service Return
Mandatory military service for Kim Soo-hyun ended in October 2017. He joined the army elite body in July 2019, with fans expecting a silver screen comeback then.
It was in 2020 that his much-awaited comeback to the television screens happened when he starred in “It’s Okay Not to Be Okay” on TVN with Seo Ye-ji as Moon Gang-tae, who worked in the psychiatric ward as a caregiver possessing severe emotional scars. The drama’s image of mental health and relationships was both artistic and poignant, enhancing Kim’s status among the elite classes of acting.
Highest and Best Paid Actor in South Korea: As per 2021 sources, Kim Soo-hyun reportedly is the wealthiest actor in Korea. His per-episode fee for the drama “One Ordinary Day” was about 500 million KRW (approximately $420,000). The engrossing performance and worldwide appeal made this actor one of the most wanted actors of this time.
Awards and Accolades
Kim Soo-hyun is an award-winning artist with an array of awards like;
- Four Baeksang Arts awards
- Two Grand Bell Awards
- Blue Dragon Film Awards
- Korea Drama Awards
- Seoul International Drama Awards
He is the current immovable impact of the Korean entertainment industry, upon which he continues to set records and raise standards of excellence in acting.
Personal Life and Public Image
Kim Soo-hyun is one person who does not talk a whole lot about his most private life because he is known to have that celebrity status. With humble nature, perfect professionalism, and deep knit with the professional skill, he has won many other fans with his philanthropic, charitable donations to many charities.
Future Projects and Legacy
As one of Asia’s most important stars, Kim Hyun’s future in the entertainment industry promises to be very bright, given that several new projects, including possible Hollywood ventures, are in line.
He is already a landmark personality in the form of an actor in the history book of South Korea. He is a force beyond a mere actor; a legend in class, talent, and hard work.
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