Shin Ha Kyun

Shin Ha Kyun is a South Korean actor. He’s best known for his roles in Korean drama series such as in Brain (2011), Soul Mechanic (2020), and Beyond Evil (2021).

Career

Shin Ha Kyun was cast in the 1998 movie The Happenings and had since appeared in other movies. Appreciated for her skills, he was then offered a role in the movie Coming Out (2000).

Later, he started to become a superstar in late 2000 when he appeared in the movie Joint Security Area. This helped make his next movie, Guns & Talks, a huge commercial success.

Also worth noticing is his performance in two different movies titled Welcome to Dongmakgol and The Front Line, which came out in 2005 and 2011 respectively.

Even though he mainly worked as a movie actor, he also showed up in some drama series, for example, Good Person (2003) and Golden House (2010).

In 2011, he even won a Grand Prize (Daesang) and many other awards for her amazing acting performance in the drama series Brain.

Besides acting, he also had experience in modeling for music videos such as Just Laugh (2020) by Zia, Andante (2004) by Lee Soo Young, and Hwi-li-li (2004) by Lee Soo Young.

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Profile

• Real Name: Shin Ha Kyun (신하균)
• Stage Name: Shin Ha Kyun (신하균)
• Also Known as: Shin Ha Gyun, Sin Ha Gyun, Sin Ha Kyun
• Nickname: Ha Kyun (하균)
• Birthday: May 30, 1974
• Birthplace: Seoul, South Korea
• Zodiac Sign: Gemini
• Nationality: South Korean
• Religion: –
• Profession: Actor
• Education: Seoul Institute of the Arts, Seoul Mukdong Elementary School, Taereung Middle School, Taereung High School
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Height, Weight, & Physical Appearance 

• Height: 175 cm (5’9”)
• Weight: 70 kg (154 lbs)
• Blood Type: O
• Hair Color: Black
• Eye Color: Black
• Body Measurements: –
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Family 

• Father: –
• Mother: –
• Brother: –
• Sister: Shin Hye Sun

Girlfriend & Dating History

Kim Go Eun

He once dated Kim Go Eun. They announced their relationship in June 2016. At that time, they were under the same agency and attracted attention because of their 17-year age gap.

After 8 months of relationship, they decided to break up in February 2017. He broke up with his ex-girlfriend, Kim Go Eun, because of a clash of busy schedules.

Net Worth 

Multiple sources estimated his net worth to be around $10 million to $15 million. He earns most of his income through working as an actor in the South Korean entertainment industry.

Controversies 

Accused of Taking Ecstasy

In early 2007, Shin Ha Kyun’s name, along with former musician Kim Hak Gyu, were named in a report that claims both celebrities had joined a drug party and consumed ecstasy.

Previously, their names were mentioned in an anonymous post in an online portal sites related to drug scandal.

Shortly after, both entertainers turned themselves willingly to police for drug tests. They took urine tests and the result came out negative.

Plastic Surgery

There is no known information on whether he has undergone any cosmetic surgery to change his appearance.

Facts

• Ha Kyun has been in the entertainment industry for more than twenty years.
• He got into a theater group when he was studying at the university.
• Ha Kyun first debuted as a stage actor.
• He has been in more than forty movies in total.
• Korean netizens called him God of Acting because of his amazing acting performance.
• He has both cool and cute sides.
• Ha Kyun likes to make a joke and make people laugh.
• He has a bright personality.
• Ha Kyun possesses a fun sense of humor.
• He is close friends with D.O. from the boy group EXO.
• His ex-girlfriend, Kim Go Eun, is also an actress.
• Ha Kyun thought of becoming an actor when he was younger.
• He quit smoking in 2005 because of health issues. Previously, he had been a heavy smoker.
• Ha Kyun loves cats and even has seven pet cats.
• He has a niece who debuted as an idol with the girl group Brave Girls.
• Ha Kyun thinks he needs to keep improving his acting skills.
• His ideal type is…
• His net worth is around $14 million.

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Movies

• Anchor (2022), as Choi In Ho
• Mr. Zoo: The Missing VIP (2020), as Ali
• The Present (2019), as Kang Sang Goo
• Inseparable Bros (2019), as Se Ha
• Extreme Job (2019), as Lee Moo Bae
• What a Man Wants (2018), as Bong Soo
• Room No.7 (2017), as Doo Shik
• The Villainess (2017), as Joong Sang
• Detour (2016), as Joong Pil
• Empire of Lust (2015), as Kim Min Jae
• Big Match (2014), as Ace
• Running Man (2013), as Cha Jong Woo
• First Position (2012), as the narrator
• The Thieves (2012), as Director of Art Gallery Lee
• The Front Line (2011), as Kang Eun Pyo
• Cafe Noir (2010), as Young Soo
• Foxy Festival (2010), as Jang Bae
• The Quiz Show Scandal (2010), as Ph.D
• Thirst (2009), as Kang Woo
• The Devil’s Game (2008), as Min Hee Do
• My Son (2007), as Uncle Wild Goose
• No Mercy for the Rude (2006), as Killa
• Murder, Take One (2005), as Kim Young Hoon
• Welcome to Dongmakgol (2005), as 2nd Lt. Pyo Hyun Chul
• Sympathy for Lady Vengeance (2005), as Assassin
• Hair (2004), as Kang Woon Do
• My Brother (2004), as Sung Hyun
• A Man Who Went to Mars (2003), as Seung Jae
• Save the Green Planet! (2003), as Lee Byeong Gu
• Surprise (2002), as Kim Jeong Woo
• No Comment (2002), as the main character
• Sympathy for Mr. Vengeance (2002), as Ryu
• Guns & Talks (2001), as Jung Woo
• Coming Out (2000), as Jae Min
• Joint Security Area (2000), as Jung Woo Jin
• The Foul King (2000), as Thug
• The Spy (1999), as…
• The Happenings (1998), as Kim Chu Rak

Drama Series

• Thank You (tvN | 2024), as Shin Cha Il
• Evillive (ENA, Genie TV | 2023), as Han Dong Soo
• Yonder (TVING | 2022), as Kim Jae Hyun
• Unicorn (Coupang Play | 2022), as Steve
• Yonder (TVING | 2022), as Jae Hyun
• Beyond Evil (JTBC | 2021), as Lee Dong Shik
• Soul Mechanic (KBS2 | 2020), as Lee Shi Joon
• Less than Evil (MBC | 2018), as Woo Tae Seok
• Pied Piper (tvN | 2016), as Joo Sung Chan
• Mr. Baek (MBC | 2014), as Choi Go Bong
• All About My Romance (SBS | 2013), as Kim Soo Yeong
• Brain (KBS2 | 2011), as Lee Kang Hoon
• Golden House (tvN | 2010), as Oh Bok Kyu
• Good Person (MBC | 2003), as Park Joon Pil

TV Shows

• Yoo Quiz On The Block: Season 3 (tvN | 2020), as a guest
• Running Man (SBS | 2010), as a guest

Theaters

• Welcome to Dongmakgol (2002), as Pyo Hyun Chul
• Leave When They’re Applauding (2000), as Bellboy
• Heotang (1999), as Yoo Dal Soo
• Magic Time (1998), as Ha Kyun
• Taxi Driver (1997), as Soldier
• Dropping A Bomb (1993), as…

Music Video Appearances

• Just Laugh (2010) – Zia
• Andante (2004) – Lee Soo Young
• Hwi-li-li (2004) – Lee Soo Young
• I Love You (2000) – Position

Awards

• 2021 57th Baeksang Arts Awards – Best Actor (TV) – Beyond Evil
• 2019 39th Korean Association of Film Critics Awards – Best Actor – Inseparable Bros
• 2018 MBC Drama Awards – Top Excellence Award (Actor in a Monday – Tuesday Drama) – Less Than Evil
• 2018 MBC Drama Awards – In Awe Award – Less Than Evil
• 2014 MBC Drama Awards – Popularity Award (Actor) – Mr. Back
• 2012 24th Korean PD Awards – Best Actor – Brain
• 2011 KBS Drama Awards – Grand Prize (Daesang) – Brain
• 2011 KBS Drama Awards – Netizen Award (Actor) – Brain
• 2011 KBS Drama Awards – Best Couple Award – Brain
• 2007 41st Taxpayer’s Day – Exemplary Taxpayer Commendation – Shin Ha Kyun
• 2003 4th Busan Film Critics Awards – Best Actor – Save the Green Planet!
• 2001 16th Golden Disk Awards – Popular Music Video Award – I Love You by Position
• 2000 3rd Director’s Cut Awards – Best New Actor – Joint Security Area
• 2000 8th Chunsa Film Art Awards – Best Supporting Actor – Joint Security Area
• 2000 21st Blue Dragon Film Awards – Best Supporting Actor – Joint Security Area

Nominations

• 2020 34th KBS Drama Awards – Top Excellence Award (Actor) – Soul Mechanic
• 2020 34th KBS Drama Awards – Excellence Award (Actor in a Miniseries – Soul Mechanic
• 2018 MBC Drama Awards – Grand Prize (Daesang) – Less Than Evil
• 2014 MBC Drama Awards – Top Excellence Award (Actor in a Miniseries) – Mr. Back
• 2013 SBS Drama Awards – Top Excellence Award (Actor in a Miniseries) – All About My Romance
• 2012 1st K-Drama Star Awards – Top Excellence Award (Actor) – Brain
• 2012 48th Baeksang Arts Awards – Best Actor (TV) – Brain
• 2012 7th Seoul International Drama Awards – Best Actor – Brain
• 2011 KBS Drama Awards – Top Excellence Award (Actor) – Brain
• 2011 KBS Drama Awards – Excellence Award (Actor in a Miniseries) – Brain
• 2009 30th Blue Dragon Film Awards – Best Supporting Actor – Thirst
• 2003 4th Busan Film Critics Awards – 2nd Korean Film Awards – Save the Green Planet!
• 2001 38th Grand Bell Awards – Best Supporting Actor – Joint Security Area
• 2001 22nd Blue Dragon Film Awards – Best Supporting Actor – Guns & Talks

Quotes

“I love to challenge myself, so I tend to choose to try characters if they are something that I haven’t done before, new and creative, even if they are considered to be beyond my ability.”

“Actually, I think there is nothing after death. There is almost nothing changed about my thought about death after shooting the drama. I think ‘Beyond the Memory’ is not a story about the world after death but one that can provoke thought about how we should live in the present through the theme of death.”

“I’m the sort of person who thinks the present is the most important so we should do our best to be happy in this moment.”

“From the beginning of my career to now, I always have received too much love for my skills and talents. I do what I do because it’s so nice that someone like me who is not eloquent can communicate with people by acting in a story.”

FAQs

Who is Shin Ha Kyun?

He is a South Korean actor.

Who is Shin Ha Kyun’s real name?

His real name is Shin Ha Kyun (신하균).

What makes Shin Ha Kyun famous?

He’s famous because of his roles in Korean drama series such as in Brain (2011), Soul Mechanic (2020), and Beyond Evil (2021).

Where is Shin Ha Kyun from?

He was born in Seoul, South Korea.

How old is Shin Ha Kyun?

He was born in 1974, and he is 50 years old as of 2024.

When does Shin Ha Kyun celebrate his birthday?

He celebrates on the 30th of every May.

How tall is Shin Ha Kyun?

His height is 5’9″ or 175 cm.

Who are Shin Ha Kyun’s parents?

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

Is Shin Ha Kyun married?

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

Who is Shin Ha Kyun’s ex-girlfriend?

His ex-girlfriend is Kim Go Eun.

How rich is Shin Ha Kyun?

His net worth is around $10 million to $15 million.

What is Shin Ha Kyun’s nationality?

His nationality is South Korean.

Shin Ha Kyun always strives to deliver his best in his acting performance. He is, no doubt, one of the best actors in the Korean entertainment industry right now.