Park Seo-joon Interesting Facts: Park Seo-joon, one of South Korea's most beloved actors, has captured the hearts of audiences worldwide with his charismatic performances and undeniable talent. He is also one of the hottest and highest-paid actors in the South Korean entertainment industry. He has consistently portrayed goofy, upbeat, and playful characters that is loved by every K-drama lover.
Beyond his on-screen charisma, there's much more to discover about this versatile actor. Here are some interesting facts about Park Seo-joon that showcase his sophisticated personality and rise to stardom:
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Before pursuing acting, Park Seo-joon had dreams of becoming a professional baseball player. In a V live interview, the actor revealed that his childhood dream was to become a baseball player. The actor originally aspired to become a baseball player but stepped aside for his younger brother, who had the same dream. Their father believed the younger brother was better suited for the profession.
Despite initially facing challenges, Park Seo-joon's hardwork and dedication eventually paid off, propelling him to stardom in both South Korea and beyond.
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Did you know Park Seo-joon is not his real name, he uses this name for the entertainment industry. His real name is Park Yong-kyu and was born on December 16, 1988. Since many people are unaware of this name, he uses it for making charitable donations.
Park Seo-joon's acting career began with supporting roles in various television dramas and films. However, it was his first appearance in former B.A.P member Bang Yong-guk's single, ‘I Remember’ music video. Then he got his first acting job as a supporting character in a sports movie Perfect Game. Since then, Park Seo-joon has solidified his status as a leading man, captivating audiences with his compelling performances in dramas such as ‘Kill Me, Heal Me’, ‘She Was Pretty’, and ‘What's Wrong with Secretary Kim’.
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Park Seo-joon is one of the few actors who didn't have to pause his acting career for the mandatory South Korean military service. He enlisted right after high school at the age of 19 in 2008. After being discharged in 2010, he was able to focus on building his acting career. He started his military service at the Security Guard Battalion and finished his service at the Cheongju Correctional Facility.
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Despite being known for playing fun characters on-screen, Park Seo-joon revealed in an interview that he is actually an introvert and a quiet person in real life. He said, “That’s just my image in front of the camera. I am actually really introverted in private, and I practically just keep quiet when I am with my friends.”
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