Jang Geun Suk: "Prince of Asia" rose to fame thanks to filming with Park Shin Hye

Jang Geun Suk is known as a Korean actor, model, singer and DJ. He attracted the audience's attention through the films: You're Beautiful, Mary Stayed Out All Night, Love Rain.

Jang Geun Suk was born on September 26, 1987, originally born in Seoul, but later, for the purpose of expanding business scale when his career was in good times, his father moved the whole family to Danyang, when He was only in 5th grade.

During that time, Geun Suk's parents had to sell their house because companies discovered his talent and advised them to allow their son to become a model. Neighbors shared with the reporter: "His round and chubby face is very cute. The boy often uses a lovely nagging voice that adults love."

In the period 1995-1999, Jang Geun Suk's well-off family fell into financial difficulties. His parents were too busy to take him to the filming set in Seoul. A family friend said: "During that time, Geun Suk had to carry a heavy briefcase for only 10,000 won (~9.20 USD), and he took the train and subway to the Seoul studio by himself.

His mother, unable to bear to see her son struggling, decided to go to Seoul and enroll him in an art school there so he could become a real actor.

Although Korean society takes education as the foundation of life, Mr. and Mrs. Geun Suk have progressive ideas. They believe that if their grandson has talent, he should invest well in that talent rather than just focusing on academic knowledge and are content to let Geun Suk's family go to Seoul."

In 1997, Geun Suk officially appeared on HBS television (now CGV channel) as a child actor in the sitcom "Selling Happiness". When he was in high school, he had a hobby of listening to singer Ken Hirai's music, got inspired by bands and started learning Japanese.

In 2003, Jang Geun Suk went to New Zealand and studied middle school at Nelson College. Because he once studied here, he was able to converse fluently in both English and Japanese.

While living and studying in this country, the actor received an invitation from the filmmaker of "Nonstop 4" - a popular sitcom of MBC television station, so he decided to return home to participate in the project. .

After completing his role in "Nonstop 4", Jang Geun Suk fell into a state of self-awareness and knew that he was not really good enough in his acting. After that, he decided to dedicate himself to his career and become a real actor.

In 2005, Geun Suk continued to play a small role in the TV series "Lovers In Prague" but still did not make a mark in his career. Until 2006, with the role of Hwang Jin Yi's first lover in the KBS drama "Hwang Jin-i". Acting alongside Ha Ji Won, he immediately received a lot of attention from the audience thanks to his adorable face.

Successful in the movie "Hwang Jin-i", Jang Geun Suk confidently participated in the next projects and shone as an idol in the movie "You're Beautiful" with Park. Shin Hye, Jung Yong Hwa, Lee Hong Gi.

At this time, the male actor was recognized as a rising star in the Korean entertainment market. Not only famous in his home country, he also continuously creates fever in other countries such as Taiwan, Japan, Hong Kong, Singapore and many other Asian countries.

On January 21, 2010 in Jung Gu (Seoul) Jang Geun Suk was appointed as Goodwill Ambassador of Korea. This is considered a rare opportunity for him to shine in the Korean entertainment industry.

In April 2011, Geun Suk released his first single "Let Me Cry" in Japan and quickly reached number 1 on the Oricon chart, selling 119,149 copies in the first week of release. In August of the same year, the actor and Moon Geun Young went to Japan to organize the "Mary Stayed Out All Night Tour".

At the end of September, the 8X handsome man officially released his first album in China, titled The Lounge H Vol.1. By the end of May 2012, Geun Suk continued to release a Japanese album, now "Just Crazy". On June 10, he released a cookbook called "Love Recipe".

From late 2013 to early 2014, Jang Geun Suk received a role in the television series based on the manga "Pretty Man". In July of the same year, he and Big Brother (team H duo) released the album "Driving To The Highway.

In 2016, the 8X actor participated in the historical drama "Jackpot" and accepted to be an MC or mentor for female trainees in Mnet's survival show Produce 101.

In 2018, Jang Geun Suk's manager said he had completed basic military training and worked at the designated location, which was the Seoul Metropolitan Fire and Rescue Headquarters.

At the end of May 2020, the actor was officially discharged from the army. However, because of the complicated COVID-19 situation, he returned quietly, without any special welcome events to ensure safety during the epidemic season.

After that, Jang Geun Suk actively participated in artistic activities. To have the most perfect appearance when appearing in public, this U40-year-old actor has worked hard and eaten properly. Thanks to his unremitting efforts, he has regained his form like in his heyday.

In January 2023, Geun Suk returned to the screen after 5 years, playing a lawyer turned detective in the horror movie "The Bait". This role marked an innovation in expressing the character's inner feelings and he also received many compliments for his top acting.

On August 9, 2023, a video titled "Jang Geun Suk" finally got married?!" was posted on the actor's YouTube channel, causing a stir in the online community.

Next, Geun Suk went to a matchmaking company and frankly asked them to find him a bride, confusing the filming crew. The Handsome Girl star said he is 36 years old and is very serious about his future. He was also curious about married life, so he asked this company to find him a suitable wife.

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