Seo In Guk

Seo In Guk is a South Korean singer, songwriter, and actor.

He rose to prominece as the winner of Superstar K (2009), before expanding his career in acting and taking lead role in various hit drama series such as Reply 1997 (2012), Hello Monster (2015), The Smile Has Left Your Eyes (2018), and Death’s Game (2023).

Career

Seo In Guk started to come into the spotlight of the media when he competed and won the first season of the singing challenge, Superstar K, in 2009.

He showed up in the theatrical music Gwanghwamun Love Song in 2012 and made his onscreen acting debut in the drama series Love Rain at the same time.

A year later, he appeared on the unscripted TV show I Live Alone in 2013. That very year, he also secured some roles in the drama series The Master’s Sun and the movie No Breathing.

His breakthrough as an actor came with a role he managed to play in the nostalgic drama series Reply 1997 (2012) and Reply 1994 (2013). The series was a massive success and his acting was spectacular.

In 2014, he released his first solo album titled Everlasting, which featured some of his older singles as well as new tracks. The album did pretty well on most of the music charts in the country.

In Guk also spread his talents on a TV show that was known for being a hit, Law of the Jungle in Indochina. It was closely followed by his role in the drama series Hello Monster.

Profile

Real Name: Seo In Guk (서인국)
Stage Name: Seo In Guk (서인국)
Also Known as: Seo In Kook, Seo In Gook
Nickname: In Guk (인국)
Birthday: October 23, 1987
Birthplace: Ulsan, South Korea
Zodiac Sign: Scorpio
Nationality: South Korean
Religion: –
Professions: Actor, Singer, Songwriter
Education: Yeocheon Elementary School, Ulsan Technical High School, Daebul University (Applied Music), Kyung Hee Cyber University, Dongguk University, Baekseok University
Hobbies: Watching VOD, drinking soju
Facebook: 서인국 (Seo In guk)
Twitter: –
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Instagram: @seo_cccc
TikTok: –
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Height, Weight, & Physical Appearance

Height: 180 cm (5’9”)
Weight: 150 kg (110 lbs)
Blood Type: B
Hair Color: Black
Eye Color: Black
Body Measurements: –
Shoe Size: –

Family

Father: –
Mother: –
Brother: –
Sister: 1

Girlfriend & Dating History

Park Bo Ram

He started dating Park Bo Ram, a South Korean singer, in 2016. However, their relationship was only confirmed in around the end of 2017.

Unfortunately, they chose to part ways after two years of relationship. Both of their agencies stated that they have broke up a month before May without disclosing the reasons.

Net Worth

Seo In Guk has accumulated around $4 million to $8 million of net worth, according to multiple sources.

He earns his income primarily by working as an actor and singer.

Controversies

Accused of Deliberately Ignoring His Medical Condition to Receive Military Exemption

In 2017, a South Korean media outlet reported that Seo In Guk enlisted in military despite knowing his about his medical condition, which is osteochondral lesions.

According to the report, the actor allegedly didn’t take any treatment measures despite knowing about his condition since a couple of years earlier at March 2015.

This has caused him to receive re-examination in 2017 and eventually exempted from his duty.

His then-agency, JellyFish Entertainment, refuted the substance of the report. He personally stated an apology himselfduring the press conference of his The Smile Has Left Your Eyes (2017), that took place in September 2017.

Plastic Surgery

There were rumors that he had undergone plastic surgery, specifically eyes job and rhinoplasty because some people noticed the difference between his past and present appearance.

That being said, he has never confirmed nor denied the rumors.

Facts

In Guk was exempted from military duty in view of his medical condition.
He practiced Ssireum wrestling and got the hang of boxing and mixed combative techniques in school.
In Guk wants to set himself up as a notable, multitalented performer in the showbiz.
He said that he likes to eat fried chicken whenever he feels stressed out.
In Guk wanted to become a singer when he was ten years old after being inspired by a rock performer, Kim Jung Min.
He is close friends with individual his fellow actor, Lee Soo Hyuk.
In Guk tends to stay away from liquor because he realizes that he will most likely end up drinking excessively.
He suffered from bulimia for some time.
In Guk was known to be extremely playful and somebody someone who likes to goof around with people.
He likes to eat sweet things like chocolate.
His ideal type is someone who values intelligence over appearance.
His net worth is around $4 million.

Movies

Wolf Hunting (2022), as Jong Du
Pipeline (2021), as Pin Dol Yi
I Love That Crazy Little Thing (2016), as Yang Ming Zhe
Wild Dog (2014), as Tae Woo
No Breathing (2013), as Jo Won Il

Drama Series

Death’s Game (TVING | 2023), as Choi Yee Jae
Café Minamdang (KBS2 | 2022), as Nam Han Joon
Soundtrack #1 (Disney+ | 2022) , as Jay Jun
Smoking Gun (MBC | 2021), as Kim Do Young
Doom at Your Service (tvN | 2021), as Myeol Mang
Navillera (tvN | 2021), as Hwang Hee
Abyss (tvN | 2019), as a supporting character
The Smile Has Left Your Eyes (tvN | 2018), as Kim Moo Young
Shopping King Louie (MBC | 2016), as Kang Ji Sung
Squad 38 (OCN | 2016), as Yang Jeong Do
She Was Pretty (MBC | 2015), as self
Oh My Ghost (tvN | 2015), as Edward Seo
Hello Monster (KBS2 | 2015), as Lee Hyun
The King’s Face (KBS2 | 2014), as Prince Gwang Hae
High School King of Savvy (tvN | 2014), as Lee Min Suk
Another Parting (Dramacube | 2014), as Ahn Young Mo
Reply 1994 (tvN | 2013), as Yoon Yoon Jae
The Master’s Sun (SBS | 2013), as Kang Woo
The Sons (MBC | 2012), as Yoo Seung Gi
Reply 1997 (tvN | 2012), as Yoon Yoon Jae
Love Rain (KBS2 | 2012), as Kim Chang Mo

TV Shows

Omniscient Interfering View (MBC | 2018), as a guest
Law of the Jungle in Mongolia (SBS | 2016), as a guest
My Little Old Boy (SBS | 2016), as a guest
Mari and Me (JTBC | 2015), as a regular member
Law of the Jungle in Indochina (SBS | 2015), as a guest
K-Pop World Festival in Changwon (KBS | 2015), as the host
Mamma Mia 47 (KBS2 | 2013), as a guest
KBS Entertainment Awards (KBS | 2013), as the host
I’m Seo In Guk (MBC | 2013), as a regular member
I Live Alone (MBC | 2013), as a regular member
Hwasin: Controller of the Heart (SBS | 2013), as a guest
Hello Counselor: Season 1 (KBS2 | 2010), as a guest
Running Man (SBS | 2010), as a guest
Let’s Go! Dream Team Season 2 (KBS2 | 2009), as a guest
Superstar K1 (Mnet | 2009), as a regular member
You Hee Yeol’s Sketchbook (KBS2 | 2009), as a guest
Qualifications of Men (KBS2 | 2009), as a regular member
Live Talk Show Taxi (tvN | 2007), as a guest
Happy Together: Season 3 (KBS2 | 2007), as a guest
Radio Star (MBC | 2007), as a guest
Vitamin (KBS2 | 2003), as a guest

Theatres

Gwanghwamun Love Song (2012), as Hyun Woo

Music Video Appearances

Another Parting (어떤 안녕) (2014) – Melody Day
Pick Up the Phone (다시는) (2013) – Phone
I Just Walked (그냥 걸었어) (2012) – Jo Moon Geun
Please Don’t… (이러지마 제발) (2012) – K.Will

Awards

2016 MBC Drama Awards – Excellence Award (Actor in a Miniseries) – Shopping King Louie
2016 11th Asian TV Drama Conference – Special Award (Actor) – Squad 38 and Shopping King Louie
2016 tvN10 Awards – Best Kiss – Reply 1997
2016 tvN10 Awards – Made in tvN Actor (Drama) – Reply 1997
2014 KBS Drama Awards – Best New Actor – The King’s Face
2014 28th Japan Gold Disc Awards – Best 3 New Artists (Asia) – Everlasting
2014 3rd Gaon Chart K-Pop Awards – Song of the Year (December) – Loved You
2013 SBS Drama Awards – New Star Award – Master’s Sun
2013 2nd Gaon Chart K-Pop Awards – Song of the Year (September) – All for You
2012 4th Melon Music Awards – Best OST – All for You
2012 14th Mnet Asian Music Awards – Best OST – All for You
2012 1st K-Drama Star Awards – Best OST – All for You
2012 1st K-Drama Star Awards – Best Couple Award – Reply 1997
2012 1st K-Drama Star Awards – Rising Star Award – Reply 1997
2012 5th Style Icon Awards – Top 10 Style Icons – Seo In Guk
2012 5th Korea Drama Awards – Best Couple Award – Reply 1997
2012 5th Korea Drama Awards – Best New Actor – Love Rain
2009 Cyworld Digital Music Awards – Male Newcomer of the Year – Calling

Nominations

2019 14th Soompi Awards – Best Couple Award – The Smile Has Left Your Eyes
2019 14th Soompi Awards – Actor of the Year – The Smile Has Left Your Eyes
2017 53rd Baeksang Arts Awards – Most Popular Actor (TV) – Shopping King Louie
2016 MBC Drama Awards – Best Couple Award – Shopping King Louie
2016 MBC Drama Awards – Grand Prize (Daesang) – Shopping King Louie
2016 52nd Baeksang Arts Awards – Most Popular Actor (TV) – Hello Monster
2015 KBS Drama Awards – Best Couple Award – Hello Monster
2015 KBS Drama Awards – Netizen Award (Actor) – Hello Monster
2015 KBS Drama Awards – Excellence Award (Actor in a Miniseries) – Hello Monster
2015 8th Korea Drama Awards – Excellence Award (Actor) – Hello Monster
2014 KBS Drama Awards – Best Couple Award – The King’s Face
2014 KBS Drama Awards – Netizen Award (Actor) – The King’s Face
2014 KBS Drama Awards – Excellence Award (Actor in a Mid-length Drama) – The King’s Face
2014 7th Style Icon Awards – Top 10 Style Icons – Seo In Guk
2014 7th Korea Drama Awards – Excellence Award (Actor) – High School King of Savvy
2014 16th Mnet Asian Music Awards – Best Collaboration – Loved You
2013 49th Baeksang Arts Awards – Best New Actor (TV) – Reply 1997
2012 KBS Drama Awards – Best New Actor – Love Rain
2012 MBC Drama Awards – Best New Actor – The Sons
2010 Mnet Asian Music Awards – Best New Male Artist – I Love U

Quotes

“While acting, I try to think that I’m in the situation for real and try to show my emotions on camera accordingly. So, the reel me is another side of the real me.”

“I would like to go to the past rather than the future. There’s a concept of a second time living your life, and I would like to try enjoying life, knowing that it’s my second time.”

“Playing ‘Yoon Jae’ in Reply 1997 is the most memorable experience for me. ‘Yoon Jae’ is a role that is like a first love to me and we have many similarities together.”

“There are different charms as an actor and a singer. It is good that I can show various looks by being both at the same time and I feel happy about it.”

“Be it a comedy or an action flick, as long as it is a high quality production, I would not mind taking on the challenge.”

FAQs

Who is Seo In Guk?

He is a South Korean singer, songwriter, and actor.

Who is Seo In Guk’s real name?

His real name is Seo In Guk (서인국).

What makes Seo In Guk famous?

He became famous as the winner of Superstar K (2009), before expanding his career in acting and taking lead role in various hit drama series such as Reply 1997 (2012), Hello Monster (2015), The Smile Has Left Your Eyes (2018), and Death’s Game (2023).

Where is Seo In Guk from?

He was born in Ulsan, South Korea.

How old is Seo In Guk?

He was born in 1987, and he is 37 years old as of 2024.

When does Seo In Guk celebrate his birthday?

He celebrates on the 23rd of every October.

How tall is Seo In Guk?

His height is 5’9″ or 180 cm.

Who are Seo In Guk’s parents?

He did not reveal the names of his father and mother.

Is Seo In Guk married?

He is not married. Furthermore, there is no information on whether he is in a relationship or not.

Who is Seo In Guk’s ex-girlfriend?

His ex-girlfriend is Park Bo Ram.

How rich is Seo In Guk?

His net worth is around $100 thousand to $1 million.

What is Seo In Guk’s nationality?

His nationality is South Korean.

Seo In Guk is a seasoned actor and singer whose talents are widely acknowledged by many. He paved his own path to success through hard work and sheer determination.