11 Things You Need To Know About Jung Hae-In
It’s not too late to be a fan of Jung Hae In and get to know him better especially after successfully transitioning from a heartthrob to one of this generation’s trusted actors in the Hallyu scene
It’s easy to get lost in Korean actor Jung Hae-in’s expressive eyes and charming smile.
The Snowdrop actor is probably one of the first male stars that come to mind when the first snow of the season in Korea falls. Legend and superstitions in Korea say that if you witness the first snowfall with someone you like, true love will blossom and that love will last for a long time. He is just that dreamy and magnetic.
Just when Jung Hae-in successfully won the hearts of the public as an actor in the movie Tune in for Love (with actress Kim Go-eun) and with dramas like While You Were Sleeping (with actor Lee Jong-suk and actress Bae Suzy), Prison Playbook (with actor Park Hae-soo), Something in the Rain (with actress Son Ye-jin), One Spring Night (with actress Han Ji-min), and A Piece of Your Mind (with actress Chae Soo-bin), he also showed that he can take on edgy roles like the critically-acclaimed Netflix drama D.P. and in the short film Unframed which was co-directed by actor Lee Je-hoon.
The award-winning Jung Hae-in will soon showcase a combination of his romantic and edgy side in the upcoming Disney+ series Snowdrop where he will play the mysterious character of Im Soo-ho opposite Eun Young-ro, played by Blackpink’s Kim Jisoo. The romance is set against the backdrop of a political upheaval in 1987 South Korea. This series is written by Yoo Hyun-mi and directed by Jo Hyun-tak, the same tandem behind the second highest-rated drama in Korean cable TV history, Sky Castle.
If your curiosity about Jung Hae-in has been piqued, we can’t really blame you. Instead, we can fan the flames of that curiosity and offer some interesting trivia about this baby-faced Korean heartthrob.
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Facts About Korean Actor Jung Hae-In
Facts About Korean Actor Jung Hae-In
Jung Hae-in has been to the Philippines twice.
Yes, you read that right. He’s not only been here once but twice already for fan meeting events. While he visited the country to get more acquainted with his Filipino fans, he hopes to come back next time and experience the country’s beautiful destinations such as Cebu and Boracay. Putting the pandemic aside, it wouldn’t be impossible to see him again in the Philippines for a third time or more.
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He completed his military service in 2010.
Fret not! There is no reason to panic over losing Jung Hae-in for two years. The actor served and fulfilled his military duties in Korea when he was 21 years old. He enlisted in 2008 and was discharged in 2010, an that was before his acting debut in 2013. This military experience helped him in his role for "D.P.," where his role is a part of the Korean military police whose mission is to catch deserters.
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He made his screen debut in a music video.
His first entertainment appearance was in AOA Black’s music video “Moya” and he made quite a splash. He captured the viewers’ attention, sending a great number of netizens wondering about the identity of that handsome actor in the music video.
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He debuted as an actor in 2014.
His entertainment career began later than his contemporaries, debuting at the age of 26. It was in 2014 when officially debuted as an actor, with a supporting role in the series "Bride of the Century," a main role in the series "The Three Musketeers," and a main role in the movie "The Youth."
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The actor comes from a wealthy family.
He appears shy, low-key, and down-to-earth despite the fact that Jung Hae-in comes from a privileged background. He hails from a famous clan in South Korea, with his great grandfather Jung Yak-yong known as an influential figure and a poet in the Joseon era. Both of his parents are also doctors.
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He is besties with Lee Jong-suk.
They may have been in a love triangle on "While You Were Sleeping" but off-cam, Jung Hae-in developed a close bond and friendship with A-list actor Lee Jong-suk. They would hang out together and even went on an overseas trip, Japan to be exact, with Shin Jae-ha. In an interview, Jung Hae-in said he’s grateful to Jong Suk and added, “He’s a warm friend, and we only have a one-year difference in age. He was born in 1989, despite the fact that he debuted first and has more experience, he calls me hyung and respects me, so I’m grateful for that.”
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Jung Hae-in just loves his beer.
As shown on the variety show “Jung Hae-In’s Travel Log,” the actor revealed his love for drinking beer. He even said in an interview that he’s pretty good at saving money but he probably spends his money the most on beer. At his fanmeeting in the Philippines, he admitted he had a lot of San Miguel beer the night before the event.
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He wants to play a villain role.
While the audience is getting used to seeing him as a romantic lead, Jung Hae-in hopes to play a villain role in the future. In an interview with Easternkicks.com, he revealed that “It’s an ambition of mine to play a villain but I think my acting needs to be stretched a lot more to take that sort of role, and it’s quite difficult to do that. So, I feel quite anxious about it, but I do want to do it soon if that presents itself.” He said he would love to play a psychopath. | Photo from @nuyousuingapore
Photo Credit: Check out this list of Korean actors who played the roles of psychopaths and sociopaths in K-dramas.
His favorite animated movie is “Aladdin.”
To promote his Disney+ series, Jung Hae-in was asked about his all-time favorite animated movie and he replied it’s "Aladdin." He added that he loved it even more than the live-action version.
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He got scouted in New York City!
Jung Hae-in’s good looks and charisma go beyond Asia. When he was filming his travel variety show on the streets of New York City, he unexpectedly got scouted by an American TV producer. The guy introduced himself and expressed his interest in recruiting him for a show he’s producing. He gave his contact information to Jung Hae-in’s guide and left. The actor got excited but said, “I honestly appreciate his offer, but we’ll unfortunately have to turn that down because we’re here in New York City to film our show.”
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Jung Hae-in has an ideal type and it’s not the usual answer.
Ladies, listen up! While most actors would share about good looks and typical descriptions, Jung Hae-in got into details when it comes to his ideal type. He has a unique perspective about the kind of woman she would like. In an interview, the actor said: “I like someone who is quiet, but says what needs to be said. They need to be able to speak their mind. I like someone who can be honest to her own emotions. My ideal type is not someone who hides her feelings and says she’s okay. I want them to tell me if she hates something or if she likes something, and express her true feelings with courage.” Be brave and honest, girls!
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Lead photos from @holyhaein
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