Hyun Bin, South Korea's highest-paid actor, celebrates his 41st birthday on Monday. On this occasion, we reflect on his remarkable journey to international fame.
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Career beginnings
Hyun made his acting debut in2003 with the series, 'Bodyguard.' Following this, he graced the sitcom 'Nonstop 4' and the unconventional romance drama series 'Ireland' (2004).
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Breakthrough role
Hyun's breakthrough came with 'My Name is Kim Sam-soon.' His portrayal of Hyun Jin-heon catapulted him into Hallyu stardom—expanding his popularity beyond Korea's borders.
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Career-defining roles
In 2010, Hyun took the lead role in 'Secret Garden.' In 2011, Hyun appeared in two films: 'Late Autumn' and 'Come Rain, Come Shine.'
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Notable star-making performances
In 2017, Hyun appeared in 'Confidential Assignment.' In 2018, he took up a negative role in 'The Negotiation.' His other notable roles include, 'Crash Landing on You.'