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Backstreet Rookie
''Backstreet Rookie'' () is a 2020 South Korean television series starring Ji Chang-wook and Kim Yoo-jung. It is based on the 2016–2017 webtoon ''She's Too Much for Me'' () written by Hwalhwasan (Active Volcano). It is the first Korean drama funded by the global channel Lifetime and produced by Taewon Entertainment. The series aired on SBS TV at 22:00 ( KST) from June 19 to August 8, 2020, on Fridays and Saturdays for 16 episodes. It is available on iQIYI and on Rakuten Viki with subtitles in multiple languages globally. Story Prologue After being dumped by his girlfriend, Dae-hyun (Ji Chang-wook) is approached by high-school tough girl Saet-byul ( Kim You-Jung) who needs an adult to help her buy cigarettes, but she is rewarded with candy and a lecture instead. Thankful for his caring act, albeit somewhat sarcastically, she surprises him by kissing him. They go their separate ways and do not see each other for a while. Three years later, Dae-hyun manages his family-owned conv ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Romantic Comedy
Romantic comedy (also known as romcom or rom-com) is a sub-genre of comedy and Romance novel, romance fiction, focusing on lighthearted, humorous plot lines centered on romantic ideas, such as how true love is able to surmount all obstacles. Romantic comedy evolved from Ancient Greek comedy, Middle Ages, medieval romance, and 18th-century Restoration comedy, later developing into sub-genres like Screwball comedy, screwball comedies, career woman comedies, and 1950s Sex comedy, sex comedies in Hollywood. Over time, the genre has expanded beyond traditional structures, incorporating unconventional themes, challenging gender roles, and addressing adult topics while maintaining its core focus on romance and humor. A common convention in romantic comedies is the "Meet cute, meet-cute", a humorous or unexpected encounter that creates initial tension and sets up the romantic storyline. History Comedies, rooted in the fertility rites and satyr plays of Ancient Greek comedy, ancient ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Kim Sun-young (actress, Born 1976)
Kim Sun-young (; born April 10, 1976) is a South Korean actress. She has performed in a variety of popular dramas, including ''Reply 1988'' (2015), ''Because This is My First Life'' (2018), ''Romance is a Bonus Book'' (2019), '' When the Camellia Blooms'' (2019), ''Vagabond'' (2019), ''Crash Landing On You'' (2019), and '' Backstreet Rookie'' (2020). She won the Best Supporting Actress award at the Chunsa Film Art Awards and Wildflower Film Awards for her performance in ''Communications and Lies''. Kim has received the Best Supporting Actress Award at the 56th Baeksang Arts Awards for her role on ''Crash Landing On You''. Early life Kim was born in educators family on April 10, 1976, in Yeongdeok-gun, Gyeongsangbuk-do. From 1992 to 1995 She attended Yeongdeok Girls' High School. She fell in love of acting there. From 1995 to 1999 She Studied Philosophy at Hallym University. Kim started acting while on the theater stage in college. Career Kim debuted as a theatre actor in ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Ko Kyu-pil
Ko Kyu-pil (born May 2, 1982) is a South Korean actor. He debuted in the 1993 South Korean children's film '' Kid Cop'' and has thus appeared in notable television series and films in a supporting role. Personal life On June 16, 2023, it was confirmed that Ko is in a relationship with singer-songwriter Min Soo-yeon. On September 6, 2023, it was announced that they will marry on November 12, after nine years of dating. Filmography Film Television series Television show Accolades Awards and nominations Listicles References External links Ko Kyu-pilat HanCinema HanCinema () is an online South Korean movie and drama database created by Cédric Collemine during the summer of 2003 in Korea. It provides information related to Korean movies, television dramas, actors, and other related information. It is a ... {{DEFAULTSORT:Ko, Kyu-pil 1982 births Living people 20th-century South Korean male actors 21st-century South Korean male actors Chung- ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Jung Eun-ji
Jung Eun-ji (; born Jung Hye-rim on August 18, 1993), is a South Korean singer-songwriter and actress. She is best known as the vocalist of the South Korean girl group Apink. Renowned for her powerful vocals, she possesses perfect pitch and has a five octave vocal range. Jung made her acting debut in the critically acclaimed hit coming-of-age television series '' Reply 1997'' in 2012. She won several awards for her role including the 49th Baeksang Arts Award for Best New TV Actress. She has since had roles in '' That Winter, the Wind Blows'' (2013), '' Lovers of Music'' (2014), '' Cheer Up!'' (2015), '' Untouchable'' (2017), '' Work Later, Drink Now'' (2021–2022), '' Blind'' (2022), '' Miss Night and Day'' (2024), and '' Pump Up the Healthy Love'' (2025). She released her debut solo extended play ''Dream'' in 2016. Early life and education Jung Eun-ji was born as Jung Hye-rim in Haeundae District, Busan on August 18, 1993. Her name was legally changed to Jung Eun-ji when she ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Park Jin-joo
Park Jin-joo (born December 24, 1988) is a South Korean actress. She starred in television series such as '' Don't Dare to Dream'' (2016) and '' Something About 1%'' (2016), ''Encounter'' (2018–19), and '' Our Beloved Summer'' (2021). Filmography Film Television series Web series Television shows Radio shows Stage Awards and nominations References External links * * * {{DEFAULTSORT:Park, Jin-joo 1988 births Living people Actresses from Gwangju South Korean television actresses South Korean web series actresses South Korean film actresses South Korean musical theatre actresses South Korean stage actresses 21st-century South Korean actresses Seoul Institute of the Arts alumni ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Kil Yong-woo
Kil Yong-woo (born December 17, 1955) is a South Korean actor. In 2010, he played one of the main characters in the stage adaptation of the bestselling novel '' Please Look After Mom''. Filmography Film Television series Web series Variety/radio show Theater Other activities Besides acting, Kil is also a full-time faculty member of Jangan University's Department of Entertainment, an adjunct professor at Kyungpook National University Kyungpook National University (; abbreviated as KNU or Kyungdae ()) is one of ten Flagship Korean National Universities representing Gyeongbuk Province in South Korea. It is located in Daegu, which used to be the capital city of the Gyeong ..., and an adjunct professor at Kaya University. Ambassadorship * Ambassador of Public Relations to Seoul (2023) Awards and nominations References External links Gil Yong-woo at Hunus Creative * * * {{DEFAULTSORT:Kil, Yong-woo 1955 births Living people South Korean male ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Kyeon Mi-ri
Kyeon Mi-ri (; born January 27, 1965) is a South Korean actress and singer. She is best known for her role as the antagonist Lady Choi in the hit period drama ''Jewel in the Palace'' (2003). Career Kyeon Mi-ri graduated from Seoul Traditional Arts High School in 1983, then studied Dance at Sejong University. She made her acting debut in 1984, and has since become active in television dramas, most notably as the arrogant and ambitious Lady Choi in the 2003 period drama ''Dae Jang Geum'' (or ''Jewel in the Palace''), which was a hit not only in Korea but throughout Asia. In 2009, she ventured into the music industry and released her first album titled ''Happy Women'', consisting of mainly trot songs. Personal life Kyeon married actor Im Young-gyu in 1987, and they divorced in 1993. Kyeon remarried in 1998, to businessman Lee Hong-heon. They have one son, Lee Ki-baek. Lee Hong-heon legally adopted Kyeon's two daughters from her first marriage, and they took on his surname; ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Do Sang-woo
Do Sang-woo (born December 25, 1987) is a South Korean actor and model. Do has been gaining attention after starring as Gong Hyo-jin's character's ex-boyfriend in the television series ''It's Okay, That's Love ''It's Okay, That's Love'' () is a 2014 South Korean Korean drama, television series starring Zo In-sung, Gong Hyo-jin, Sung Dong-il, Lee Kwang-soo, and D.O. (entertainer), Doh Kyung-soo. It aired on Seoul Broadcasting System, SBS from July 23 t ...'' (2014). He enlisted to the army on April 5, 2016. Filmography Television series Television show Awards and nominations References External links Official website 1987 births Living people South Korean male models South Korean male television actors People from Busan {{SouthKorea-actor-stub ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Woo Hyun
Woo Hyun (born 1964) is a South Korean actor and former democracy activist. Filmography Film Television series Variety shows References External links * Living people Male actors from Gwangju South Korean male television actors South Korean male film actors South Korean male stage actors South Korean male musical theatre actors 1964 births Yonsei University alumni Danyang Woo clan Long stubs with short prose {{SouthKorea-actor-stub ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Seo Ye-hwa
Seo Ye-hwa (; born 8 March 1989) is a South Korean actress and model. She is known for her roles in dramas such as ''Extracurricular'' (2020), '' Backstreet Rookie'' (2020) and ''Vincenzo'' (2021). Biography and career She was born on March 8, 1989, in Seoul, South Korea. She joined Namoo Actors and she made her debut as an actress in 2008. She appeared in drama Flower Grandpa Investigation Unit as Lee Soo-jung. After that she appeared in several dramas such as ''Vincenzo'', '' Backstreet Rookie'', ''Extracurricular'' and ''Her Private Life ''Her Private Life'' is a surviving 1929 American sound ( All-Talking) pre-Code drama film directed by Alexander Korda and starring Billie Dove, Walter Pidgeon and Holmes Herbert. The plot concerns an English aristocrat who causes a scandal ...''. Filmography Television series Theater Awards and nominations * 2020 SBS Drama Awards nominated for Best New Actress in Backstreet Rookie References External links * * {{DEFAULT ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Kim Min-kyu (actor)
Kim Min-kyu (; born December 25, 1994), also spelled as Kim Min-gue, is a South Korean actor. He is known for his appearance in the variety program '' Crime Scene Season 3'' and gained recognition for his roles in television series '' Queen: Love and War'' (2019–20), '' Backstreet Rookie'' (2020), '' Snowdrop'' (2021–22), '' Business Proposal'' (2022), and '' The Heavenly Idol'' (2023). Career Kim began his acting career in 2013, playing a minor role in Mnet drama '' Monstar'', had notable roles in television series ''Signal'' (2016), '' Because This Is My First Life'' (2017), '' The Rich Son'' (2018) and ''Perfume'' (2019) and appeared in the variety program '' Crime Scene season 3'' as an detective's assistant. Kim gained recognition for his career's first leading role through the historical drama '' Queen: Love and War'' (2019–20) where he played Lee Kyung, the King of Joseon. In 2020, Kim played the role of Kang Ji-wook in SBS drama '' Backstreet Rookie''. In 2021, ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Ahn Sol-bin
Ahn Sol-bin (; born August 19, 1997), known mononymously as Solbin, is a South Korean singer and actress. She was a member of the girl group Laboum Laboum (; stylized in all caps) is a South Korean girl group currently under Interpark, Interpark Music Plus, the group consists of: Jeong So-yeon, Soyeon, Jinyea, Haein and Ahn Sol-bin, Solbin, original members, Yulhee left in 2017 followed by .... Discography Filmography Film Television series Web series Television shows Web shows Awards and nominations References External links * * {{DEFAULTSORT:Ahn, Sol-bin 1997 births Living people Actresses from Seongnam Singers from Gyeonggi Province 21st-century South Korean actresses South Korean female models South Korean television actresses South Korean web series actresses South Korean film actresses South Korean female idols ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
