Hyun Bin 현빈

ABOUT

Hyun Bin, Kim Tae Pyung is a Korean male singer, model and actor in Seoul, South Korea. His first film was "Shower" in 2002, but it was not released due to lack of funding, Hyun eventually made his debut in 2003 with the television series "Bodyguard", followed by roles in the sitcom "Nonstop 4" and quirky drama "Ireland".

PROFILE

• Name: 현빈 / Hyun Bin (Hyeon Bin)
• Real name: 김태평 / Kim Tae Pyung (Gim Tae Pyeong)
• Nickname: Samsigi / Cheonhataepyeong
• Birthday: 1982-Sep-25
• Birthplace: Seoul, South Korea
• Height: 184 cm
• Weight: 74 kg
• Star sign: Libra
• Blood type: B
• Family: Father, mother, and older brother
• Profession: Actor, singer, and model

FILMOGRAPHY

TV Shows

• Crash Landing on You (tvN, 2019)
• Memories of the Alhambra (tvN, 2018)
• Hyde, Jekyll, Me (SBS, 2015)
• Secret Garden (SBS, 2010)
• Friend, Our Legend (MBC, 2009)
• The World That They Live In (KBS2, 2008)
• Summer Days (2008)
• The Snow Queen (KBS2, 2006)
• My Name is Kim Sam-Soon (MBC, 2005)
• Ireland (MBC, 2004)
• Nonstop 4 (MBC, 2003)
• Bodyguard (KBS2, 2003)

Movies

• Rampant (2018)
• The Negotiation (2018)
• Confidential Assignment (2017)
• The Swindlers (2017)
• The Fatal Encounter (2014)
• Come Rain Come Shine (2011)
• Tears of Africa (2010)
• Late Autumn (2010)
• I'm Very Happy (2009)
• A Millionaire's First Love (2006)
• Daddy Long Legs (2005)
• Spin Kick (2004)
• Shower (unreleased) (2002)

TV Show Theme Songs

• That Man - Secret Garden OST (2011)
• Can't Have You - Friend, Our Legend OST (2009)

Music Video Appearances

• "Reply" - Kim Dong Ryul (김동률) (2018)
• "Hey U" - Lemon Tree (2006)
• "Memory" - Kim Bum Soo (2005)
• "Naetatijyo" (내탓이죠) - Herb (허브) (2003)

Recognitions

2020 56th Baeksang Arts Awards:

• Tiktok Popularity Award with Son Ye Jin (Crash Landing on You)

2017 6th Korea Film Actors Association Awards:

• Top Star Award (Confidential Assignment, The Swindlers)

2014 18th Puchon International Fantastic Film Festival:

• Producer's Choice Award

2011 47th Paeksang Arts Awards:

• Actor of the Year Award (TV Series) - Grand Prize (Daesang) (Secret Garden)

2010 SBS Drama Awards:

• Top Excellence Award, Special Drama - Actor (Secret Garden)
• Top Ten Stars Award (Secret Garden)
• Netizen Popularity Award (Secret Garden)
• Best Couple Award with Ha Ji Won (Secret Garden)
• Romantic Kiss Award (Secret Garden)

2006 KBS Drama Awards:

• Popularity Award (The Snow Queen)
• Netizen Award (The Snow Queen)
• Best Couple Award with Sung Yu Ri (The Snow Queen)

2006 42nd Paeksang Arts Awards:

• Popularity Award (My Name is Kim Sam-Soon)

2005 MBC Drama Awards:

• Top Excellence Award - Actor (My Name is Kim Sam-Soon)
• Popularity Award (My Name is Kim Sam-Soon)
• Best Couple Award with Kim Sun Ah (My Name is Kim Sam-Soon)

2004 MBC Drama Awards:

• Best New Actor Award (Ireland)
• Broadcasting & Entertainment Special Award

Endorsements

• KIA K5 (2013)
• Lotte Department Store (2013)
• K2 (2013)
• Samsung Smart TV (2013)
• Lotte Cantata (2013)
• Lotte Duty Free (2011)
• Beer Hite (2011)
• Oksusutea (2011)
• Samsung Smart TV (2011)
• Laneige Homme (2009)
• Basic House with (Yoon Eun Hye) (2009)
• Outback Steakhouse (2008)
• BON (2008)
• Beauty Credit (2007)
• Sky barley (2007)
• Super Action (2006)
• LG Cyon (2005)
• Kt Mega Pass (2005)
• Fuji Film (2005)

TRIVIA

-Hyun Bin first gained wide recognition for his role in the 2005 romantic comedy television drama "My Name is Kim Sam-soon". Hyun Bin drew praise from critics for his performance in the melodrama film "Late Autumn", which was screened at the 61st Berlin International Film Festival.

-Throughout his career, he has been nominated for many awards, including five at the Baeksang Arts Awards, and won various acting recognition, including the Grand Prize (Daesang) for TV at the 47th Baeksang Arts Awards.

-On January 1, 2021, it was reported later confirmed that Hyun Bin is in a relationship with actress Son Ye Jin, his co-star in "The Negotiation" and "Crash Landing on You".