Interesting Facts about Park Sung Hoon, the Antagonist in 'Queen of Tears' Who Once Fell into Poverty

Kapanlagi.com - Park Sung Hoon is one of the South Korean actors who is currently the talk of the town. His role as Yoon Eun Sung, the antagonist in the drama 'Queen of Tears,' has made him the topic of conversation among viewers and fans of Korean dramas. In 'Queen of Tears,' Yoon Eun Sung is portrayed as a leading investor who tries to take over Queens company. His acting skills have successfully captured attention.

Before successfully portraying the antagonist character in 'Queen of Tears,' Park Sung Hoon had already caught the attention of Korean drama fans with his appearance in 'The Glory.' The drama, which starred Song Hye Kyo, was one of the popular ones. Park Sung Hoon's role in this drama even earned him the nickname 'Project Sacrifice' because of the influence of the character he played.

Here are some interesting facts about Park Sung Hoon.

1. Ever Experienced Difficult Times

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Park Sung Hoon shared his past story on a television program. He revealed that he became the backbone of his family because his father lost his job at a bank during the IMF monetary crisis in the late 90s. As a result, he was raised in a less privileged family and denied rumors that he came from a wealthy family.

Park Sung Hoon even recalled moments at school when he had to wait for his friends to buy burgers because he didn't have money.

"Initially, I didn't come from a well-off family, and I faced difficult times after the IMF monetary crisis," said Park Sung Hoon in an episode of You Quiz on the Block on Monday (1/5/2024).

2. Career in Acting for 16 Years

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A 39-year-old actor began his journey in the acting world in 2006 through a film called Sunday Seoul, but only got a supporting role.

Only in 2019, after working as a supporting actor, he had the opportunity to become the lead actor in the drama Justice. His name gained more recognition in the public eye after playing an important role in the drama The Glory in late 2022 and early 2023.

3. Under the Agency that Houses Leading Artists in South Korea

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Park Sung Hoon is currently represented by BH Entertainment, a renowned agency that houses several leading stars in Korea. This agency is home to a large number of talents such as Han Hyo Joo, Lee Byung Hun, Kim Go Eun, Lee Ji Ah, and others.

As a productive actor, Park Sung Hoon has starred in various drama titles since 2023. Two of them have gained significant popularity, making his name more recognized among viewers.

4. Once Lived in a Basement

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Park Sung-hoon revealed on the show You Quiz on the Block that he also experienced living in a semi-basement house, similar to the one depicted in the movie Parasite, for seven years.

5. Having Experience in Theater

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In addition to success in the world of drama and film, the actor has also pursued a career in theater. According to information from his official agency's website, Park Sung Hoon has been a theater actor from 2011 to 2017.

However, in recent years, his stage career has been absent due to his focus on roles in several dramas.

6. Alumni of Dong Ah Institute of Media and Arts

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Some sources mention that the actor, who is dubbed as the "project scapegoat" by K-drama fans in Indonesia, graduated from Gwacheon Foreign Language High School and Dong-ah Institute of Media and Arts. This is not surprising, as many people assume he comes from a chaebol family.

7. Receiving Several Nominations and Awards

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Park Sung-hoon's ability to delve into the characters he portrays is unquestionable. In 2018, his achievements shone when he won the Best New Actor award at the KBS Drama Awards for his role in the fantasy drama titled My Only One and Black Knight: The Man Who Guards Me.

Not only that, in 2019, the actor, born on February 18, 1985, also received a nomination at the 55th Baeksang Awards for the Best New Actor (Television) category, thanks to his contributions to the drama My Only One.

8. Flooded with Acting Offers in Dramas

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Now, his dedication to work has paid off; Sung-hoon now lives in an apartment located on the 14th floor. Not only that, he has also become one of the productive artists in BH Entertainment.

In 2023, he has appeared in 3 dramas, and this year, after Queen of Tears, he has been involved in several new drama projects such as Squid Game Season 2.

9. Once Had a Romantic Relationship with Ryu Hyun Kyung

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In Park Sung Hoon's love journey, he once dated South Korean star Ryu Hyun Kyung for six years before their relationship ended in 2022.

News of their relationship started to surface when they both appeared in a theater drama in 2016, and they officially announced their relationship as a couple in March 2017 through various media coverage.

10. Netizens Also Look for These

What agency is Park Sung Hoon in?

Currently, Park Sung Hoon is a member of BH Entertainment, a renowned agency that represents several leading actors and artists in Korea.

What does Park Sung Hoon do?

Park Sung Hoon is a South Korean actor, known for his roles in dramas such as 'The Glory' and 'Queen Of Tears'. He made his acting debut in 2008 with a minor role in the erotic thriller film 'A Frozen Flower'. His name gained more recognition through his roles in the horror drama 'Gonjiam: Haunted Asylum' (2018) and the romantic drama 'My Only One' (2019).

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