Kim Bum facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Kim Bum
Kim in 2023
Born	Kim Sang-bum (1989-07-07) July 7, 1989 (age 35) Mapo, Seoul, South Korea
Education	Chung-Ang University
Occupation	Actor singer
Years active	2006–present
Agent	King Kong by Starship
Korean name
Hangul	김범
Hanja	金汎
Revised Romanization	Gim Beom
McCune–Reischauer	Kim Pŏm
Birth name
Hangul	김상범
Hanja	金尚汎
Revised Romanization	Gim Sang-beom
McCune–Reischauer	Kim Sangpŏm
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Kim Bum (born July 7, 1989) is a famous South Korean actor and singer. His real name is Kim Sang-bum. He is well-known for his roles in popular TV shows. These include playing So Yi-jung in Boys Over Flowers (2009). He also played Lee Rang, a half-human, half-mythical creature, in Tale of the Nine Tailed (2020). Another big role was Han Joon-hwi in the drama Law School (2021). Kim Bum even played Lee Rang again in Tale of the Nine Tailed 1938 (2023).

Early Life and School

Kim Sang-beom was born in Seoul, South Korea. This was on July 7, 1989. He went to Chung-Ang University. There, he studied Film and Theater.

Kim Bum's Acting Journey

Starting Out (2006–2007)

Kim Bum first joined a TV show called "Survival Star Audition." He placed 6th among many people. But he was too young to continue in the contest. Even so, this show helped him get many chances. He soon got roles in different TV series. Kim Bum's first acting job was in the sitcom High Kick!.

Becoming Famous (2008–2011)

Kim Bum in 2009

Kim Bum started to get noticed for his role in the drama East of Eden. He even won an award for being popular with fans. He became very famous in 2009. This was after he played So Yi-jung in the hit drama Boys Over Flowers. He gained more fans with his role in the fantasy drama Padam Padam (2011).

Music and International Work (2012–2015)

Kim Bum released his first music album, Hometown, on June 20, 2012. He also held his first solo concert in Tokyo, Japan.

In 2013, Kim Bum worked again with the writer of Padam Padam. This was for the drama That Winter, the Wind Blows (2013). He also acted in his first Chinese movie. It was called Young Detective Dee: Rise of the Sea Dragon. This movie became one of the most successful Chinese films that year. He then starred in a thriller movie called Miracle Hands. In the same year, he took on his first historical drama, Goddess of Fire.

In 2014, Kim Bum was in his first Chinese TV drama, V Love. People also called it the Chinese version of Gossip Girls. After that, he acted in two more Chinese movies. These were the romantic comedy Lovers & Movies and the suspense film The Beloved.

Return to Korean Dramas (2015–Present)

Kim Bum at a fan meeting

Kim Bum came back to Korean TV in 2015. He starred in the crime thriller Hidden Identity. He then played a villain in another crime thriller, Mrs. Cop 2. People praised his acting in that role.

In 2018, Kim Bum appeared in Detective K: Secret of the Living Dead. This was a comedy-mystery movie. It was his first Korean movie in four years.

He served in the military starting in April 2018. He finished his service in March 2020.

In 2020, he starred in the fantasy drama Tale of the Nine Tailed. He acted alongside Lee Dong-wook.

In 2021, he was in the legal drama Law School.

In 2022, Kim Bum starred in Ghost Doctor. He acted with the singer and actor Rain.

In 2023, Kim Bum played Lee Rang again in Tale of the Nine Tailed 1938.

Other Activities

Advertisements

Kim Bum has appeared in many advertisements. In 2007, he was in ads for snacks and ramen. In 2008, he promoted a phone plan.

In 2009, after Boys Over Flowers, he was in many commercials. These included ads for clothes, phones, and video games. He also became an ambassador for a car brand. He even appeared in a TV ad in the Philippines for a drink.

In 2010, he endorsed a restaurant and a clothing brand.

Special Roles and Honors

Kim Bum has also been an ambassador for important events and causes.

Personal Life

In 2012, Kim Bum's agency shared that he had some joint pain. This was due to losing a lot of weight for a role.

Kim Bum is good friends with fellow actors Lee Min-ho and Jung Il-woo.

Filmography

Movies

TV Series

Musical Theater

Music Videos

Music Albums

Albums

Soundtracks

Fan Meetings

Awards and Nominations

Special Recognitions

See also

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