Facts You Need To Know About SF9's Rowoon

Rowoon is one of the most popular and demanded actors in South Korea. He is blessed with a beautiful voice and has impressive acting skills. He was born on August 7, 1996 in Seoul, South Korea. He is a talented and popular member of SF9, known for his impressive vocals, good looks, and acting ability. He is the lead vocalist and visual of the group SF9. SF9 is managed by FNC Entertainment and it consists of nine members. Rowoon made his acting debut in K-drama School 2017. He has also starred as a lead actor in popular South Korean dramas such as ‘She Would Never Know’, ‘Extraordinary You’, and ‘King's Affection’. He will be next seen in JTBC's ‘Destined With You’ along with actor Jo Bo-ah which is releasing on August 23, 2023. Take a look at some of the lesser-known facts about this charming star.

1. Rowoon Was Named By His Grandfather 

 

 

 

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Rowoon's grandfather gave him the unique name Kim Seok-woo which means ‘to help’. In a media interview, Rowoon stated that his grandfather wanted him to help others and make a positive impact on the world. Rowoon is his stage name. 

2. Rowoon Learned Horseback Riding For ‘Extraordinary You’ K-drama 

While working on K-drama, ‘Extraordinary You’, Rowoon went over expectations for his character by learning not one, but four new abilities. The committed actor acknowledged several times that getting ready for the part was difficult, but not impossible. “One of the hardest parts was that Ha-ru is a character who hoards all his feelings. By learning swimming, tennis, horseback riding, and fencing, I worked hard to perfect Ha-ru’s character,” Rowoon shared in an interview with Soompi. (5 Must-Watch Swoon Worthy Office Romance Korean Dramas)

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3. Rowoon Went To An All-Boys High School 

 

 

 

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Because of his attractive look, fans thought that Rowoon would be smooth when it came to dating, but it's totally the opposite. The idol actor said in an interview that he finds it difficult to approach people he likes. In one of the media interviews, he said that “I was a trainee from an early age, and I went to an all-boys middle school and an all-boys high school. I was just a kid who liked soccer and karaoke. That’s why I didn’t have a chance [to date], but I’m slowly trying to learn more [about romance].”

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4. Rowoon Is Also A Beauty Brand Ambassador

 

 

 

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When it comes to looks, creativity, and expressions the singer and actor is at the top of the list. Rowoon is a popular choice among skincare and beauty brands. He has also been nicknamed as face genius and gifted face. And why not he is the lead vocalist and visual of his boy band SF9. He is the brand ambassador of brands like The North Face and Estée Lauder Korea. He has also collaborated with Biotherm Homme, Innisfree and Klavuu. 

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