Kapanlagi.com - On Wednesday (15/12/2020), Park Seo Joon turned 33 years old (34 in Korean age). Known for starring in romantic-comedy dramas, Park Seo Joon often portrays silly and cheerful characters that are suitable for viewers of all ages.
In addition to successfully capturing the hearts of many women with his charm and talent in the acting world, here are some interesting facts about Park Seo Joon that you might not know about this handsome actor. Curious? Let's take a look...
1. His Real Name
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Not many people know that Park Seo Joon is not the birth name of this ITAEWON CLASS drama star. Although it sounds like a real name, Park Seo Joon was born on December 16, 1988 with the name Park Yong Kyu.
Park Seo Joon uses his birth name when making donations for charity. One of them is when he donated 100 million won to the National Disaster Relief Association Bridge of Hope and another 100 million won to the Daegu Metropolitan City to support COVID-19 relief efforts.
2. Childhood Dream
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As the oldest of three siblings, Park Seo Joon dreamed of becoming a baseball player when he was young. He paved the way for his younger brother, who also aspired to be a baseball player. His father also believed that Park Seo Joon's younger brother was more suited for this profession.
Park Seo Joon's dream changed after he performed on stage while still in 9th grade. This handsome guy realized that his dream was to become an actor.
3. Head Size
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Park Seo Joon's head size has recently become a topic of discussion. As known, in Korea, a person's attractiveness is judged by the size of their head. So, the smaller the size, the more attractive the person is, especially if they have a handsome or beautiful face.
Several photos of Park Seo Joon showing his whole body reveal that the actor from 'FIGHT FOR MY WAY' has a small head size. Netizens compare Park Seo Joon's head size to the sneakers he wears and it is proven to be smaller.
4. Fashion Taste
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Park Seo Joon is the first Asian male model to become the face of Tommy Hilfiger, which is why he watched the famous brand's show in Los Angeles with Jessica Jung. Park Seo Joon himself has a good fashion taste, as seen from his Instagram posts.
With a height of 185 cm, Park Seo Joon looks like a model when showcasing his OOTD that can rival fashion bloggers. Especially with his upright and fit body posture, as well as his ripped abs that divert attention.
5. Bromance Subscription
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Park Seo Joon has a friendly personality that makes him suitable for everyone, both men and women. On screen, Park Seo Joon also successfully displays great chemistry with fellow actors, such as Choi Siwon in the drama SHE WAS PRETTY and Choi Woo Shik in the sitcom FAMILY.
Park Seo Joon's closeness with male co-stars has caused misunderstandings. After the awkward kissing scene between Park Seo Joon and Choi Woo Shik, the claim was denied as they are just close friends and nothing more.
6. Dating Rumors
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The handsome actor Park Seo Joon is not immune to dating rumors. He was once rumored to be dating actress Baek Jin Hee, his co-star in GOLD, APPEAR! where they played newlyweds. It was reported that Park Seo Joon moved to the area where the actress lives to be closer to her. They were also seen wearing couple jackets.
Park Seo Joon admitted that the rumors were true, but he moved because his old neighborhood had parking problems and the jackets they wore were sponsored.
Netizens also questioned Park Seo Joon's relationship with Hyorin SISTAR, who became close to him after DREAM HIGH 2. Park Seo Joon's parents even know Hyorin. In an interview, Park Seo Hoon said, "She (Hyorin) is my diva. Hyorin is truly my only female friend," he revealed.
7. Often Becomes a Noona-Noona's Opponent
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When starring in dramas, Park Seo Joon is often paired with older women. He fell in love with the character Hwang Jung Eum who is clumsy but kind-hearted in SHE WAS PRETTY. They were also reunited in KILL ME, HEAL ME.
Park Seo Joon's character seduces a career woman played by Uhm Jung Hwa in A WITCH'S ROMANCE. He also recites a spell to Han Hyo Joo when she made a cameo appearance in THE BEAUTY INSIDE.
8. His Ideal Type
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For those of you who don't know, Park Seo Joon once said in an interview that an attractive girl is someone who has beautiful hands and a charming smile. Most importantly, she should be a good conversationalist.
When explaining his ideal type, Park Seo Joon said, "I care a lot about first impressions. In addition, our communication styles should match."
9. Opinions About His Looks
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This fact is guaranteed to shock everyone. In an interview, Park Seo Joon said that he doesn't understand why international fans consider him handsome. Yup, Park Seo Joon doesn't think he's handsome.
"I don't have double eyelids, my nose isn't sharp, and my face isn't angular. Previously, I thought my plain face was my weakness. Now, I think I can take on more roles because I look plain. I hope to become an actor who can naturally portray various characters in the future. That's why I have to work harder," he said.
10. His Favorite Food
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This last fact is equally important for all Park Seo Joon fans, which is his favorite food. Turns out, Park Seo Joon loves kimchi fried rice the most.
On the other hand, Park Seo Joon doesn't like mint chocolate. So, are there any KLovers who have the same taste as Park Seo Joon?
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