Park Seo Joon

Dubbed as the “Master of Romantic Comedy,” Park Seo Joon has starred in a string of top-rated K-dramas. From Kill Me, Heal Me, to his recent work, Itaewon Class, the dashing actor gave his stellar performance on-screen.

As a highly acclaimed South Korean actor, Park earned around $25,000 per episode from She Was Pretty. If we think about his recent success, Seo Joon’s earning must have increased significantly.

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Park Seo Joon recently started in Itaewon Class.

Apart from his acclaimed works, Seo Joon is also known for his generous heart. In 2020, he made the headline by purchasing a building in Seoul’s Gangnam district for $9 million. He then gave the 3rd to 5th floors to his long-time glam team at a discounted pandemic rate.

Surely, whether it is his generous act or appearance in highly acclaimed projects, Seo Joon always makes the news. But what about his life before success? What do we know about his childhood? Let’s find out.

Park Seo Joon: Quick Facts

Full Name Park Seo Joon
Birth Date December 16, 1988
Age 31 years
Birth Place Seoul, South Korea
Nationality South Korean
Ethnicity Asian
Education Seoul Institute of the Arts
Horoscope Sagittarius
Father’s Name Unknown
Mother’s Name Unknown
Siblings Two younger brothers
Height 6 feet (185 cm)
Weight  70 kgs(155 lbs)
Build Athletic
Profession Actor
Active years 2011-present
Marital Status Single
Net Worth  $8 million

Who is Park Seo Joon?

Park Seo Joon is one of the top-rated celebrity in South Korea at the moment. Not only is he successful domestically but internationally as well. Since his debut, Park has starred in a string of top-rated dramas such as Kill Me, Heal Me, She Was Pretty, Hwarang: The Poet Warrior Youth, What’s Wrong with Secretary Kim?, Fight for My Way, and Itaewon Class.

Park Seo Joon and Park Min Young- Who is his wife?

It is no secret that Park Seo Joon is a heartthrob of many fans both in the domestic and international market. But as of now, this handsome actor is still a bachelor and not dating anyone at the moment. Despite that, he has been linked with many gorgeous actresses to this date.

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Likewise, his dating rumors include names like Baek Jin Hee, Park Min Young, and Kim Ji Won. Because of their perfect chemistry on-screen and off-screen, many believed the actor might be dating his co-stars. However, Park confirmed time and again that they are nothing but good friends.

Talking about relationships, Park Seo Joon is very close to BTS V, also known as Kim Taehyung. Along with V, he is also close with other members like Choi Woo Shik, Park Hyung Sik, and Peakboy. They call themselves the “Wooga” squad.

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Park Seo Joon is part of ‘Wooga’ Squad

Despite many speculations, the group’s name is an abbreviation for the phrase, ‘Are we family?’ (Woori-ga Gajok-inga?). In a V-live, Taehyung stated that although they are not related by blood, the members felt they get along like a family.

True to the statement, the members were spotted supporting each other when the new projects come, sending food trucks, etc.

Age and Height

At the moment, Park Seo Joon has numerous fans from all over the world, thanks to his stellar acting and, of course, godly looks. One of the tallest Korean actors, Park, is often lauded for his attractive looks and statuesque figure.

Known for his long legs, Seo Joon stands at 6 feet 2 inches(185 cm). As we have witnessed ourselves, he has got a robust figure and toned muscles. At 70 kgs, the young actor has maintained his figure with proper diets and exercises.

Likewise, Park looks dashing with his short dark brown hair and a set of brown eyes. Thanks to his charming looks, many people have fallen hard for this 31 years old actor. Seo Joon was born on December 16, 1988, and under the sign of Sagittarius.

Are Park Seo Joon and Park Hyung Sik brothers? Childhood and Family

Park Seo Joon is a high listed actor who has established himself in South Korean entertainment. Many might not know this, but Park Seo Joon is not his real name. In fact, his real name is Park Yong Kyu, and he was born in Seoul, the capital of South Korea.

But despite being a major celebrity in Korean entertainment, not much is known about him. He still has not revealed much about his family, including their names and whereabouts. Luckily, it is revealed that he has two younger brothers.

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Likewise, Park Seo Joon is South Korean by nationality, while his ethnicity happens to be Asian. As for his education, young Seo Joon graduated from the Seoul Institute of the Arts. However, other information is still not mentioned.

Park Seo Joon Started His Acting Career in 2011

As we all know, Park Seo Joon made his entertainment debut in 2011 from Bang Yong-guk‘s music video “I Remember.” After that, Park appeared in Dream High 2, followed by Pots of Gold, One Warm Word, and A Witch’s Love. And then, from October 2013 to April 2015, Seo Joon became the host of Music Bank.

But with time, he had a breakthrough from the drama, Kill Me, Heal Me, and She Was Pretty. Park reportedly made around $25,000 per episode of ‘She Was Pretty.’ Similarly, his fame skyrocketed after starring in the 2016 historical drama, Hwarang: The Poet Warrior Youth alongside Go Ara, Park Hyung Sik, and other prominent names.

Park Seo Joon and Park Min Young
Park Seo Joon and Park Min Young starred in ‘What’s Wrong with Secretary Kim.’

Likewise, Park got the title of “Master of Romantic Comedy” from the 2017 romance drama, Fight for My Way, opposite Kim Ji-won. The show was a major hit and topped ratings in South Korea. That same year, Park made his silver screen debut as a lead role in an action-comedy titled Midnight Runners alongside Kang Ha-neul.

Moreover, Seo Joon won the Best New Actor award at major film award ceremonies, including the Grand Bell Awards and Korean Association of Film Critics Awards. As if he was not successful already, Seo Joon’s fame escalated to a new height after the success of tvN’s drama, What’s Wrong with Secretary Kim. Not to mention, the two leads, Seo Joon and Park Min-young were even rumored to be secretly dating in real life.

As for his recent work, Park starred in JTBC’s drama Itaewon Class based on a famous webtoon of the same name. The drama received a lot of positive feedback for its interesting plots and realistic lives surrounding people in the Itaewon area.

How much is Park Seo Joon’s net worth? Income and Philanthropy

After establishing himself as the “Master of Romantic Comedy,” Park Seo Joon has numerous offers pilling up. Not to mention, his strings of top-rated dramas have only elevated his status. Thanks to his successful career, Seo Joon has accumulated a net worth of $8 million.

Some of his acclaimed works include What’s Wrong With Secretary Kim, Fight My Way, and the most recent Itaewon Class. Aside from his packed drama offers, the handsome actor has also bagged several advertisement deals.

Likewise, Seo Joon has been the face of popular brands such as Bibio, Laneige Homme, Kloud Beer, Mont Blanc, and more. He even became the first Korean model for Sperry, the first Asian male brand ambassador for Domino’s Pizza, and Tommy Hilfiger.

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It is true that Park earns quite a handsome amount, but it is also true that he never forgets to give back. The young actor reportedly donated 100 million won for those affected by heavy rain and flooding in South Korea. He donated another 100 million won to Daegu so the hospitals could purchase medical equipment to fight against the COVID-19 pandemic.

Social Media Presence

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