Kim Bum

Quick Facts: Who was Kim Bum?

Subject:

Kim Bum

Known for:

South Korean actor and singer known for roles in Boys Over Flowers and Tale of the Nine Tailed.

Born:

1989-07-07

Century / Era:

1989s Historical Era Archive

Verified Source:

2Day Chrono-Wiki & Primary Historical Archives

Origins & Early Life

Kim Sang-bum (Korean: 김상범; born July 7, 1989), known professionally as Kim Bum (alternatively Kim Beom), is a South Korean actor and singer. He is best known for his television roles as F4 member So Yi-jung in Boys Over Flowers (2009), half-blood gumiho Lee Rang in Tale of the Nine Tailed (2020), and genius student Han Joon-hwi in Law School (2021). Kim reprised his role as Lee Rang in Tale of the Nine Tailed 1938 (2023). Kim Sang-beom was born in Seoul, South Korea on July 7, 1989. He attended Chung-ang University, majoring in Film and Theater.

Career & Major Achievements

Kim joined the "Survival Star Audition", and was placed 6th out of hundreds of contestants. However, because he was under 20, he could not proceed in the competition. "Survival Star Audition" opened many opportunities for Kim, and he received multiple roles in television series. Kim made his acting debut in the sitcom High Kick!. Kim first gained recognition for his scene-stealing role in MBC's anniversary drama East of Eden, winning the Netizen Popularity Award at the Korea Drama Awards.

Enduring Legacy & Impact

He rose to prominence in 2009 after playing the role of So Yi-jung in the hit drama Boys Over Flowers. He achieved further recognition with his supporting role in fantasy melodrama Padam Padam (2011), written by Noh Hee-kyung. Kim released his first studio album, Hometown, on June 20, 2012. He performed his first solo concert, Kim Beom Japan Live 2012, at the Stellar Ball in Tokyo's Shinagawa Prince Hotel. In 2013, Kim reunited with Noh in romance melodrama That Winter, the Wind Blows (2013).

Chronological Milestones & Life Events

1. 1938: 1938 Milestone — Kim reprised his role as Lee Rang in Tale of the Nine Tailed 1938 (2023).
2. 1989 (1989-07-07): Birth of Kim Bum — South Korean actor and singer known for roles in Boys Over Flowers and Tale of the Nine Tailed.
3. 2009: 2009 Milestone — He is best known for his television roles as F4 member So Yi-jung in Boys Over Flowers (2009), half-blood gumiho Lee Rang in Tale of the Nine Tailed (2020), and genius student Han Joon-hwi in Law School (2021).
4. 2011: 2011 Milestone — He achieved further recognition with his supporting role in fantasy melodrama Padam Padam (2011), written by Noh Hee-kyung.
5. 2012: 2012 Milestone — Kim released his first studio album, Hometown, on June 20, 2012.
6. 2013: 2013 Milestone — In 2013, Kim reunited with Noh in romance melodrama That Winter, the Wind Blows (2013).

Historical Fact-Check Quiz: Kim Bum

True or False: “Kim Bum's first major breakthrough role was in the drama Boys Over Flowers.”

Answer (FALSE ❌): While Boys Over Flowers brought him massive fame, he initially gained recognition for his scene-stealing role in MBC's anniversary drama East of Eden.

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