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Park Seo Joon

박서준

Under Awesome Entertainment

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Birth name
Park Seo Joon
Birth name (native)
박서준
Birthday
December 16, 1988
Place of birth
Seoul, South Korea
Height
185 cm
Age
37
Zodiac
Sagittarius
Nationality
South Korean
Blood type
AB

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Short bio

Discover Park Seo Joon's age, birthday, height, nationality, career, dramas, movies, and fun facts. Learn about the South Korean actor known for What's Wrong with Secretary Kim, Itaewon Class, Fight for My Way, Kill Me, Heal Me, and Gyeongseong Creature.

Background

Park Seo Joon (박서준), born Park Yong Gyu, is a South Korean actor managed by Awesome Entertainment. Born on December 16, 1988, in Seoul, he completed his mandatory military service before pursuing an entertainment career. After his discharge in 2010, he made his industry debut in 2011 by appearing in Bang Yong Guk's music video "I Remember," marking the beginning of what would become one of Korea's most successful acting careers.

Park steadily gained recognition through supporting roles before breaking out with hit dramas such as Kill Me, Heal Me and She Was Pretty. He went on to become one of the biggest Hallyu stars with leading roles in Fight for My Way, What's Wrong with Secretary Kim, Itaewon Class, and Gyeongseong Creature. Beyond television, he has built a successful film career with movies including Midnight Runners, The Divine Fury, Concrete Utopia, and his Hollywood debut in The Marvels. In addition to acting, Park has contributed OST songs to several of his dramas and served as an MC on Music Bank from 2013 to 2015.

Personality & Image

Park Seo Joon is admired for his natural charisma, effortless humor, and grounded personality. Whether portraying an ambitious entrepreneur, a romantic lead, or an action hero, he brings warmth and authenticity to every role. Fans also appreciate his humble attitude and the close friendships he maintains with fellow actors, earning him a reputation as one of Korea's most approachable stars.

His versatility has allowed him to excel across romantic comedies, slice-of-life dramas, thrillers, historical series, and blockbuster films. Combined with his commanding screen presence and consistent performances, Park has become one of the defining actors of his generation and remains a favorite among audiences worldwide.

FAQ

How tall is Park Seo Joon?
Park Seo Joon is 185 cm tall.
How old is Park Seo Joon?
Park Seo Joon is 37 years old.
Where is Park Seo Joon from?
Park Seo Joon is from South Korean.

Fun facts

    • Before becoming an actor, Park Seo Joon completed South Korea's mandatory military service, finishing his enlistment in 2010 before making his entertainment debut. Source: Korean media interviews; Awesome Entertainment.



    • His first appearance in the entertainment industry came in 2011 when he starred in Bang Yong Guk's music video "I Remember." Source: Debut credits.



    • Park's breakthrough arrived in 2015 after his memorable performances in Kill Me, Heal Me and She Was Pretty, transforming him into one of Korea's fastest-rising actors. Source: MBC; KBS; industry reports.



    • He won widespread praise for portraying Ko Dong Man in Fight for My Way, a former taekwondo athlete chasing his dreams despite repeated setbacks. Source: KBS Drama Awards.



    • His role as Lee Young Joon in What's Wrong with Secretary Kim became one of the most iconic romantic comedy performances in K-drama history. Source: tvN.



    • Itaewon Class became one of Netflix's biggest international Korean drama hits, introducing Park Seo Joon to millions of new viewers worldwide. Source: Netflix; JTBC.



    • Park has showcased his singing ability by recording several original soundtrack (OST) songs for dramas throughout his career. Source: Official OST releases.



    • From 2013 to 2015, he served as a host on the popular weekly music program Music Bank. Source: KBS.



    • He starred alongside Kang Ha Neul in the action-comedy film Midnight Runners, which became both a commercial and critical success. Source: Korean Film Council.



    • Park reunited with longtime friend Choi Woo Shik in Gyeongseong Creature, delighting fans of the famous Wooga Squad friendship. Source: Netflix.



    • He is a member of the celebrity friendship group known as the Wooga Squad alongside BTS's V, Choi Woo Shik, Park Hyung Sik, and Peakboy. Source: In the SOOP: Friendcation; interviews.



    • Park made his Hollywood debut playing Prince Yan in Marvel Studios' The Marvels. Source: Marvel Studios.



    • Despite often playing confident characters, Park has said he naturally has a quieter personality off camera. Source: Magazine interviews.



    • He has become one of South Korea's most sought-after advertising models, representing luxury fashion, food, automotive, and lifestyle brands. Source: Brand announcements.



    • His performances have earned numerous acting awards, including honors from KBS, MBC, APAN, and other major Korean entertainment organizations. Source: Official awards records.



    • Park frequently performs many of his own action scenes after extensive training for physically demanding roles. Source: Production interviews.



    • He has consistently ranked among Korea's top Hallyu actors thanks to his success across television, film, and global streaming platforms. Source: Korean entertainment industry reports.



    • Fans often praise his ability to balance romantic comedy, action, melodrama, and slice-of-life genres without being typecast. Source: Critical reviews and audience reception.

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