15 Things To Know About Ju Ji-Hoon Of Netflix Original Series "Kingdom"
Get to know this Korean actor better with this round-up of some interesting facts about him
While it took more than a year for the second season of South Korean series Kingdom to air on Netflix, many viewers can say it was well worth the wait. After all, it gave us compelling scenes that tugged at our heartstrings, thrilling battles against monsters that got us on the edge of our seats, and plot twists that we never saw coming.
Apart from the thrill and suspense it brought us with every episode, we have to admit the handsome Crown Prince Lee Chang, portrayed by Korean actor Ju Ji-hoon, is one of the reasons why the series is unforgettable and exciting to watch. The actor showed us a complex character development in season two, proving his acting prowess that definitely impressed us. What’s there to know about the K-drama star? Here, we give you a round-up of some interesting facts about him.
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1. Ju Ji-hoon was born on May 16, 1982 (that makes him 37 years old!). His zodiac sign is Taurus.
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2. He got his first lead role in 2006 for hit TV series "Princess Hours" where he also took on the role of a crown prince named Lee Shin. His superb performance on the show made him bag the award for Best New Actor at the MBC Drama Awards in the same year.
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3. Currently, he is being managed by Key East Entertainment which was founded by Bae Yong-joon of the "Winter Sonata" fame; it's the same agency that handles well-known celebrities like Kim Soo-hyun ("My Love from the Star"), Han Bo-reum ("Level Up"), Jung Ryeo-won ("Which Star Are You From?"), and Woo Do-hwan ("Tempted").
4. He has become the face of Calvin Klein, Levi’s, and Reebok, among other internationally-renowned brands.
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5. His closest friends in the entertainment industry include former South Korean girl group T-ara member Eunjung and Kim Jae-wook from 2007's "Coffee Prince" and 2019's "Her Private Life."
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6. He took up e-business at Tongwon College before he stepped into the limelight.
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7. The actor joined the military on February 2, 2010 and completed his service on November 21, 2011.
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8. In 2014, he was able to showcase his French language skills as a guest on SBS variety program "Running Man."
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9. For three years, he was in a relationship with Son Ga-in of South Korean girl group Brown Eyed Girls.
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10. Aside from being a good singer, he also knows how to play the piano, guitar, and other musical instruments. He took classical piano lessons for his role as a pro pianist in "Five Fingers."
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11. A travel enthusiast, he enjoys exploring the world when he can.
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12. When he’s not busy taping his scenes for his shows, he opts to play video games, read books, and cook noodles.
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13. He lost 11 pounds for his role in "The Devil" by only eating chicken and exercising for three hours a day! Talk about commitment!
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14. His ideal type of girl is someone who's independent. Channel Korea quoted him, saying, “I believe that everyone needs to have their own space so they can enjoy time on their own."
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15. He also stars in the ongoing K-drama "Hyena," wherein his character is a lawyer.
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Lead photos from SM Entertainment
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