More Captivating - Full of Star Aura, Here are 6 Portraits of Kim Woo Bin from the Beginning of His Career - Now

Kapanlagi.com - Kim Woo Bin is a famous model and actor from South Korea. With a handsome face, athletic body, and talent in acting, Kim Woo Bin has been trusted to play in numerous dramas and films. Celebrating his 31st birthday, Kim Woo Bin's name remains well-known and his career continues to thrive.

Having experienced difficult times that required Kim Woo Bin to take a hiatus for the sake of his health, he eventually managed to rise and become a hot topic in early 2020. To celebrate Kim Woo Bin's birthday, here are some portraits of his career as a model and actor in the Korean entertainment industry. Let's check it out.

1. Debut Model

Kim Woo Bin (credit: TV REPORT; credit: OSEN)

Before becoming an actor like now, initially Kim Woo Bin started his career as a professional model, KLovers. He started his career as a model since 2006 and officially debuted in 2009 at the age of 20. Kim Woo Bin has done many fashion shows at various famous fashion events in South Korea.

His first modeling debut was when he participated in the Lone Costume event (2006), Seoul Fashion Week (2008-2009), and Pret a Porter (2009). After impressing in those events, he received many offers to become a model for various famous brands such as Guess Underwear Launching Show, Louis Quatorze show, and even Porsche.

2. Acting Debut

White Christmas, A Gentleman's Dignity, Friend: The Great Legacy (credit: KBS TV; credit: SBS.com; credit: Special)

After successfully impressing in the modeling world, Kim Woo Bin started doing other activities, namely acting. Kim Woo Bin made his acting debut in 2011 by starring in a drama titled WHITE CHRISTMAS. Then in 2012, Kim Woo Bin gained attention from Korean viewers for his role in the drama A GENTLEMAN'S DIGNITY, and also the movie FRIEND: THE GREAT LEGACY (2013).

Although not playing the lead role in the drama A GENTLEMAN'S DIGNITY, this drama became one of the best dramas in South Korea in 2012, which also made Kim Woo Bin the center of attention for many viewers. In addition, his success in the movie FRIEND: THE GREAT LEGACY (2013) earned Kim Woo Bin 2 awards, the Star Award and Popular Star Award. These awards certainly further strengthen Kim Woo Bin's popularity as an actor known in South Korea.

3. International Success

School 2013, The Heirs (credit: KBS TV; SBS.com)

After impressing in his debut, Kim Woo Bin returned to play in the drama SCHOOL 2013 in 2012. In this drama, he not only impressed Korean viewers, but also international viewers. He played a frustrating yet likable character.

Then in 2013, Kim Woo Bin once again impressed international and South Korean viewers after starring in the drama THE HEIRS alongside Lee Min Ho, Kim Ji Won, and also Park Shin Hye. In this drama, Kim Woo Bin played a frustrating yet likable character that was loved by many fans.

This is because of his charisma and handsome face, which made viewers of the drama really like him. After successfully starring in THE HEIRS, Kim Woo Bin further strengthened his international popularity and played the lead role for the first time in the drama UNCONTROLLABLY FOND in 2016 alongside the beautiful actress Suzy.

4. Becoming an Ambassador

Kim Woo Bin (credit: @Pyeongchang2016)

After successfully gaining international fame, Kim Woo Bin has received many offers as a model for famous fashion brands and has graced the covers of renowned magazines. He has also been entrusted as an ambassador for various official events in South Korea, such as the Honorary Ambassador of Jeonju University in 2013.

In the same year, he was appointed as the Ambassador of Public Relations for the Suwon Information Science Festival and the Good Downloader Campaign Ambassador organized by the Korean Film Council and the Film Federation Against Piracy. In 2015, he was chosen as the promotional ambassador for CJ CGV and CGV ARTHOUSE.

In 2017, Kim Woo Bin was appointed as the honorary ambassador for the 2018 Winter Olympics in Pyeongchang, South Korea. This shows how Kim Woo Bin's popularity has reached its peak.

5. Serious Illness Suffered

Kim Woo Bin (credit: Dispatch)

After succeeding in all that popularity, in 2017 he was diagnosed with nasopharyngeal cancer. And because of that, the agency eventually stopped all activities of Kim Woo Bin and focused on treatment. Because of the disease he suffered, Kim Woo Bin was also exempted from mandatory military service.

Because of this, many fans felt devastated and sad with the news, and they hoped that Kim Woo Bin could recover from his illness. Of course, from 2017 to early 2020, Kim Woo Bin was not seen in various events. And the fans patiently waited for Kim Woo Bin to return to the screen.

6. Recovery and Rise

Kim Woo Bin (credit: Sidus HQ)

Then, in early 2020, good news finally came from Kim Woo Bin who returned to the screen. He successfully recovered from the cancer he suffered and returned with a surprising appearance. Yup! Previously, Kim Woo Bin was known for his short, slicked-back hair style, but this time he let his hair grow.

Of course, this gives a new impression to Kim Woo Bin's appearance, and fans really like his new hairstyle that looks even more handsome. Of course, Kim Woo Bin is back to do various projects, one of which is a crime fiction drama project planned to be aired in 2021.

That's the portrait of Kim Woo Bin throughout his career as a famous Korean model and actor. Even though he had to take a hiatus because of the illness he suffered, Kim Woo Bin managed to rise and return to the screen to create many extraordinary works. Happy Birthday, Woo Bin oppa.

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