5 K-Pop Idols Who Have Been Active in the Entertainment World Since Childhood, Including IU - Jisoo BLACKPINK

Kapanlagi.com - Written by: Mutiara Riezky Maharani

Before starting their debut as singers, it turns out that there are several Korean idols who started their careers at a young age. The South Korean entertainment industry is known for its multi-talented idols. Not only singing and dancing skillfully, many idols also show their acting talent in dramas and films. Interestingly, some of these idols have started their careers since childhood, even before debuting as singers. This article will discuss who are the Korean idols who have pursued their careers since a young age, long before debuting as singers.

For K-Pop fans, names like IU, Suzy, and J-Hope BTS are certainly familiar. These three idols have captivated the public with their talent and charisma on stage. However, did you know that they started their careers at a young age? IU has been acting in dramas since the age of 15, EXO's D.O. has been acting since the age of 11, and EXO's Suho has been showing his acting talent since the age of 10. Their stories are proof that talent and hard work can bring someone to achieve their dreams at a young age.

1. IU

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IU started her career as a child singer at the age of 15. Prior to that, she had appeared in several Korean dramas, such as Hi! School - Love On (2007) and Dream High (2011)

2. D.O EXO

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D.O. EXO made his debut as an actor at the age of 11 in the drama Star King (2007). He then starred in several other popular dramas, such as It's Okay, That's Love (2014) and 100 Days My Prince (2018).

3. J-Hope BTS

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J-Hope BTS appeared in TV commercials for a clothing brand when he was young. He was also a trainee at JYP Entertainment before joining Big Hit Music.

4. Suho EXO

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Suho EXO began his career as a child actor at the age of 10 in the drama The King and I (2007). He later starred in several other dramas, such as Prime Minister and I (2013) and Rich Man, Poor Woman (2012).

5. Jisoo Blackpink

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Jisoo began her career as a trainee at YG Entertainment in 2011. She underwent training for 5 years before debuting with BLACKPINK in 2016. She once appeared in the drama The King 2 Hearts (2011) as a cameo.

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