Kang Ha Neul

Kang Ha Neul is a South Korean actor.

He became famous due to his appearances in various drama series such as The Heirs (2013), Misaeng: Incomplete Life (2014), Moon Lovers: Scarlet Heart Ryeo (2016), When the Camellia Blooms (2019) and Insider (2022).

Career

Kang Ha Neul already debuted with a minor role in the 2007 drama, My Mom! Super Mom! before focusing his acting career in musical theatre from 2010 to 2012.

In 2012, Ha Neul then shifted to the screen by starring in To The Beautiful You (2012), and appeared in The Heirs (2013) and also Misaeng: Incomplete Life (2014).

This Pisces actor became busy in 2015 because of his diverse appearances in three movies, C‘est si bon, Empire of Lust, and Twenty.

Fortunately, his hard work was finally paid-off after he got a lot of awards because of his appearance in Twenty.

In 2016, he got another career breakthrough by starring in the movie Dongju: The Portrait of a Poet (2016) and the popular drama series, Moon Lovers: Scarlet Heart Ryeo as Wang Wook.

The following year, Ha Neul made a major role appearance in the movie New Trial (2017) and starred with Park Seo Joon in Midnight Runners.

He then continued his career by appearing in Infinite (2018) with Ji Chang Wook and When the Camellia Blooms (2019), which earned him a lot of prizes.

And in 2022, Ha Neul came back to the big-screen movie by starring in The Pirates: The Last Royal Treasure with actress Han Hyo Joo.

Profile

Real Name: Kang Ha Neul (강하늘)
Stage Name: Kang Ha Neul (강하늘)
Nickname: Hye Sung
Birthday: February 21, 1990
Birthplace: Busan, South Korea
Zodiac Sign: Pisces
Nationality: South Korean
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Profession: Actor
Education: Chung-Ang University (Majored in Theatre and Film)
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Height, Weight, & Physical Appearance

Height: 181 cm (5’11″)
Weight: 67 kg (147 lbs)
Blood Type: B
Hair Color: Dark Brown
Eye Color: Dark Brown
Body Measurements: 40-30-12 (Bust -40, Waist -30, and Hips -12 inches)
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Family

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Girlfriend & Dating History

IU

Multiple news outlets reported that Kang Ha Neul is dating IU, an actress and singer-songwriter, in 2017, as both of them were captured spending time together before his military enlistment.

However, his agency TH Company refuted the rumors strongly, citing that they indeed “met up” but “not dating.” The agency also explained further that they were “just close friends,” a statement that he personally echoed later.

Lee Tae Eun

The actor was caught in another rumor in 2020 with Lee Tae Eun, a musical actress. According to circulated rumors, they met and grew closers while working on 3 same musicals and that they had been dating for 2 years.

His agency denied the speculations firmly.

However, they confirmed that they indeed “went on a vacation together” but only as friends, and with other 4 to 5 colleagues.

Kim So Eun

Kim So Eun was romantically linked to the actor after they both starred in Mourning Grave (2014).

She personally denied the rumors, stating that their relationship was limited to friends.

Net Worth

Multiple sources estimated his net worth to be around $5 million to $12 million. He earn his income primarily through acting.

Controversies

Being Involved in a Controversy Because of His Comeback Drama

Drama series Insider (2022) which marked the actor’s comeback after three years received severe criticism just after the first episode aired.

In the pilot episode, there was a scene where monks were gambling ilegally at the pagoda.

Viewers were quick to express their dissatisfaction, citing that the drama showed “an act of defamation or disrespect to all monks who follow the teachings of Buddha.”

Plastic Surgery

There is no known information on whether he has undergone any cosmetic surgery.

Facts

Ha Neul enlisted in military service in September 2017.
He did his military service at Nonsan Korean Army Training Center.
Ha Neul was appointed as honorary ambassador of the MMA.
He was released from military service in May 2019.
The character that he resembles the most was in Twenty.
Ha Neul is always humble.
He said that he is not able to dance well.
He admitted that he is clumsy.
When he was just in school, he was teased for being the overweight kid who reached over 100 kilograms.
He then decided to lose weight and also proud of his physique now.
His ideal type is someone who enjoys and values their work and career goal.

Movies

The Pirates: The Last Royal Treasure (2022), as Wu Mu Chi
A Year-End Medley (2021), as Jae Yong
Streaming (2021), as Woo Sang
Waiting For Rain (2021), as Young Ho
I Have a Date with Spring (2018), as Lee Kwi Dong
Heung-Boo: The Revolutionist (2018), as Park Dol Po (cameo)
Forgotten (2017), as Jin Seok
Midnight Runners (2017), as Hee Yeol
New Trial (2017), as Jo Hyun Woo
Like for Likes (2016), as Lee Soo Ho
Dongju: The Portrait of a Poet (2016), as Yun Dong Ju
Twenty (2015), as Gyung Jae
Empire of Lust (2015), as Jin (Min Jae’s son)
C’est si bon (2015), as Yoon Hyeong Joo (20s)
Mourning Grave (2014), as In Soo
You’re My Pet (2011), as Young Soo
Battlefield Heroes (2011), as Nam San

TV Movies

Drama Festival: Rebellious (MBC | 2013), as Joon Kyung

Drama Series

A Tree Dies Standing (KBS2 | 2022), as Yoo Jae Heon
Insider (JTBC | 2022), as Kim Yo Han
River Where The Moon Rises (KBS2 | 2021), as On Hyeob (special appearance)
When the Camellia Bloom (KBS2 | 2019), as Hwang Yong Sik
Entourage (tvN | 2016), as himself
Moon Lovers: Scarlet Heart Ryeo (SBS | 2016), as Wang Wook
The Missing (OCN | 2015), as Lee Jung Soo
Punch (SBS | 2014-2015), as prosecutor (cameo)
Misaeng: Incomplete Life (tvN | 2014), as Jang Baek Ki
Angel Eyes (SBS | 2014), as Park Dong Joo (young)
The Heirs (SBS | 2013), as Lee Hyo Shin
Two Weeks (MBC | 2013), as Kim Sung Joon (cameo)
Monstar (Mnet-tvN | 2013), as Jung Sun Woo
To The Beautiful You (SBS | 2012), as Min Hyun Jae
My Mom! Super Mom! (KBS2 | 2007), as Choi Hoon

TV Shows

House on Wheels: For Rent (tvN | 2021), as main cast
Traveler (JTBC | 2020), as main cast
Youth Over Flowers (tvN | 2016), as main cast

Music Video Appearances

Lost One (2017) – Epik High
Still Pretty Today (2007) – Fly to the Sky

Awards

2021 APAN Star Awards – Top Excellence Award, Actor in a Miniseries – When the Camellia Blooms
2020 Seoul International Drama Awards – Outstanding Korean Actor – When the Camellia Blooms
2020 Korea Broadcasting Awards – Actor Award – When the Camellia Blooms
2020 Baeksang Arts Awards – Best Actor – Television – When the Camellia Blooms
2019 KBS Drama Awards – Top Excellence Award, Actor – When the Camellia Blooms
2019 KBS Drama Awards – Netizen Award – When the Camellia Blooms
2016 SBS Drama Awards – Excellence Award, Actor in a Fantasy Drama – Moon Lovers: Scarlet Heart Ryeo
2016 Chunsa Film Art Awards – Best New Actor – Twenty
2015 Korea World Youth Film Festival – Favorite New Actor – Twenty
2015 Korean Film Actors’ Guild Awards – Best New Actor – Twenty
2014 SBS Drama Awards – New Star Award – Angel Eyes

Nominations

2020 Seoul International Drama Awards – Best Actor – When the Camellia Blooms
2019 KBS Drama Awards – Excellence Award, Actor in a Mid-length Drama – When the Camellia Blooms
2017 Baeksang Arts Awards – Most Popular Actor – Film – New Trial
2016 Asia Artist Awards – Best Star Award, Actor – Moon Lovers: Scarlet Heart Ryeo
2015 Grand Bell Awards – Best New Actor – Twenty
2015 Blue Dragon Film Awards – Best New Actor – Twenty
2015 Baeksang Arts Awards – Most Popular Actor – Television – Misaeng: Incomplete Life

Quotes

“If I can read a script in one go, I usually end up taking part in it.”

“When people around me ask me how I feel about appearing on such a big series, I just say I feel the same. Honestly, I always have the same feelings toward my work and joining ‘Squid Game’ season 2 has not put more pressure on me.”

“I usually do not seek attention from others, but as an actor, I have to grab some attention to survive. This used to be a huge dilemma for me. However, as I got older, I realized that I can find inner peace if I have enough time to recharge myself at home. So, once I get home from work, I always stay away from my cellphone and enjoy my time alone.”

“[Meditation] helps me so much that it even gives me the strength to live. Thanks to meditation, I feel like my self confidence is growing.”

“I was reading a book, and I found this sentence “the past is a lie, the future is an illusion”. This one sentence really influenced me. The fact that the past as well as the future can’t harm your energy. These words hit home and I’m trying my best to be happy.”