Kim Dong-han

Quick Facts: Who was Kim Dong-han?

Subject:

Kim Dong-han

Known for:

South Korean singer, songwriter, and actor known for survival shows and boy groups.

Born:

1998-07-03

Century / Era:

1998s Historical Era Archive

Verified Source:

2Day Chrono-Wiki & Primary Historical Archives

Origins & Early Life

Kim Dong-han (Korean: 김동한; born July 3, 1998), also known mononymously as Donghan, is a South Korean singer, songwriter and actor. He first became known for competing in the reality survival show Produce 101 Season 2, and later debuted in the boy band JBJ. Kim made his solo debut with the release of his EP D-Day in June 2018. He is currently a member of South Korean boy band WEi. Kim was born on July 3, 1998, and was raised in Daegu, South Korea.

Career & Major Achievements

Kim first became known in mid-2017, while competing in the reality survival show Produce 101 Season 2, a show designed to form a temporary boy group of 11 members, chosen by the public. Kim was eventually eliminated, finishing in 29th place and failing to become a member of Wanna One. On the day of the Produce 101 finale, viewers of the show voted for eliminated contestants who they'd like to see in a project group, similar to Produce 101's I.B.I. JBJ debuted in October 2017 with the release of their first extended play Fantasy. The group released two EPs and a special album during their seven-month career. Members of the group had expressed interest in extending their original contact, however the group ultimately disbanded at the end of April 2018 with the expiration of their contract.

Enduring Legacy & Impact

Kim made his debut as a solo artist on June 19, 2018, with the release of his first EP D-Day, and its lead single "Sunset". The EP entered the Gaon Album Chart at number five. A week after debuted, on June 26, 2018, he scored his first music show win on SBS M's The Show. Kim's second EP, titled D-Night, was released on October 17, 2018, with the lead single "Good Night Kiss". A year later, on May 1, 2019, Kim released his third EP D-Hours AM 7:03, with the lead single "Focus".

Chronological Milestones & Life Events

1. 1998 (1998-07-03): Birth of Kim Dong-han — South Korean singer, songwriter, and actor known for survival shows and boy groups.
2. 2017: 2017 Milestone — Kim first became known in mid-2017, while competing in the reality survival show Produce 101 Season 2, a show designed to form a temporary boy group of 11 members, chosen by the public.
3. 2018: 2018 Milestone — Kim made his solo debut with the release of his EP D-Day in June 2018.
4. 2019: 2019 Milestone — A year later, on May 1, 2019, Kim released his third EP D-Hours AM 7:03, with the lead single "Focus".

Historical Fact-Check Quiz: Kim Dong-han

True or False: “Kim Dong-han was immediately cast as a main actor in the web series 'Trap' upon his debut with JBJ.”

Answer (FALSE ❌): He debuted with JBJ before making his acting debut in the web series 'Trap' in 2020.

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