|
P.O
Pyo Ji-hoon (; born February 2, 1993), better known by his stage name P.O, is a South Korean rapper, singer and actor. He is the youngest member of the boy group Block B and its sub-unit Bastarz. As an actor, he has appeared in television series ''Encounter'' (2018–19) and ''Good Partner'' (2024). Early life and education P.O was born Pyo Ji-hoon on February 2, 1993, in Seongsan-dong, Mapo District, Seoul, South Korea. He attended Hanlim Multi Art School, graduating in 2012. Career Pre-debut P.O got acting lessons in elementary school and entered Hanlim Multi Art School to chase after his original dream of becoming an actor. He then fell in love with Hip hop together with his bestfriend Mino. He decided to rejoin Stardom Entertainment, after they kicked him out previously before he lost weight and ignored offers from other agencies, to debut with Block B. 2011–2012: Debut and hospitalization P.O debuted with Block B in April 2011. In February 2012, the band rece ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Block B
Block B () is a South Korean boy band managed by KQ Entertainment, and consists of seven members: Taeil, B-Bomb, Jaehyo, U-Kwon, Park Kyung, Zico, and P.O. Block B has received several accolades, including nominations for seven Golden Disc Awards and eleven Seoul Music Awards. Block B was created by musician Cho PD in 2011 on a budget of US$1.4 million. They made their live debut on KBS' ''Music Bank'' and MTV's ''Match Up!''. In 2012, they released their debut studio album, ''Blockbuster'', which finished in the top ten on the ''Billboard'' Korea and Gaon Album charts. In 2013, Block B filed a lawsuit against Stardom Entertainment—their agency at the time—and took a small break from releasing music and performing live. Block B achieved commercial success with the single albums ''Jackpot'' (2014), ''Very Good'' (2015) and ''H.E.R.'' (2015). In 2016, they released the Japanese-language studio album, ''My Zone'', which ranked in the top ten on the ''Billboard'' J ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Bastarz
Bastarz (; stylized BASTARZ) is the first official sub-unit of the South Korean boy band Block B. Established in April 2015, the sub-unit consists of three members: Block B's two main dancers, B-Bomb and U-Kwon, and the rapper P.O. The sub-unit debuted with their first mini album, entitled '' Conduct Zero,'' on April 14, 2015, released their second mini album, '' Welcome 2 Bastarz,'' on October 31, 2016, and released their third, ''I'm a Mess,'' on March 28, 2019. Origin Although the members of Bastarz initially said they were chosen out of Block B's seven members through a random draw of colored balls, they later said that this was a joke, and that Seven Seasons' CEO chose them for the sub-unit. History On April 5 and 6, 2015, Block B announced through solo teaser photos that P.O, U-Kwon, and B-Bomb would make up Bastarz. Though not a part of the sub-unit, Zico confirmed that he produced Bastarz' first title track. The sub-unit's album was released April 13, 2015, along with a ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
U-Kwon
Kim Yu-kwon (, born April 9, 1992), better known by the stage name U-Kwon (), is a South Korean singer. He is a vocalist and dancer in Block B; he is also a member of the sub-unit Bastarz along with P.O and B-Bomb, as well as the sub-unit T2u with Taeil. Biography U-Kwon was born in Suwon, South Korea. Career 2011–2016: Career beginnings U-Kwon debuted with Block B in April 2011. Four years later, it was announced that U-Kwon would participate in Block B's first sub-unit, Bastarz, along with members P.O and B-Bomb. The group's first album was released on April 13, 2015, and its second on October 31, 2016. In between, U-Kwon, along with B-Bomb, recorded the song "Bingle Bingle" on the Block B album '' Blooming Period'', which was released April 11, 2016. U-Kwon released his first Japanese solo, "Painless" (), on June 24, 2016; the song was composed by him for the short vampire film ''Q Chan,'' in which he starred. On June 24, 2016, it was announced that U-Kwon had been ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Zico (rapper)
Woo Ji-ho (; born September 14, 1992), known professionally as Zico (), is a South Korean rapper, record producer, and singer-songwriter. He debuted as the leader of the boy band Block B in 2011 and made his first solo release in 2014. Zico is notable for his crossover skills within the Korean hip hop scene, maintaining an underground reputation along with mainstream appeal as a Korean idol. He is a record producer of both K-pop and Korean hip hop music. He is also part of the crew Fanxy Child, which he formed in 2016. In 2019, he released his first full-length solo album, ''Thinking''. Zico's 2020 single "Any Song" spent seven weeks atop the Circle Digital Chart, becoming the longest-running number-one song in history at the time. In 2024, he achieved his first number-one hit on the US ''Billboard'' World Digital Song Sales chart and his first top-ten entry on the ''Billboard'' Global Excl. U.S. chart with the single " Spot!" featuring Jennie. Early life and career begin ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Song Min-ho
Song Min-ho (; born March 30, 1993), better known by the stage name Mino, is a South Korean rapper, singer-songwriter, music producer, artist and actor. After a stint in the two-year ballad group BoM from 2011 to 2013, he joined YG Entertainment, leading to his debut in 2014 with the boy band Winner (band), Winner, formed through Mnet (TV channel), Mnet survival program ''WIN: Who Is Next''. Alongside label-mate Bobby (rapper), Bobby, he is also part of the hip hop duo MOBB, formed in September 2016. As a solo artist, Mino first gained recognition as a contestant in the rap-survival program, ''Show Me the Money 4'', where he finished as the series runner-up, and became the best-selling artist among the show's history with his single, "Fear" (). He made his official solo debut with the studio album, ''XX (Mino album), XX'' in November 2018; its lead single, titled "Fiancé", became his first number one hit in South Korea, spawning to number one on Gaon Music Chart, Gaon's digita ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Bumzu
Kye Beom-ju (, born November 8, 1991), better known by the stage name Bumzu (), is a South Korean singer, songwriter, and record producer. Bumzu is best known for writing and producing much of the discographies of boy bands NU'EST and Seventeen. In 2024, he was the recipient of KOMCA's Grand Prize, having been the highest-earning songwriter for K-pop in 2023. Biography and career Bumzu grew up in Seoul, and learned the violin as a child. By the age of high school, he became active in Hongdae's underground music scene. His first mainstream work was composing for H.O.T's Jang Woo-hyuk's "Don't Go, Go Away" in 2011. He then participated in the singing competition show '' Superstar K 4'' at the age of 22, which has been noted as his big break. Following the show, he began producing songs for Pledis artists including After School and NU'EST, and has produced songs alongside Woozi for Seventeen since their debut song "Adore U". Since 2020, he has been the co-CEO of the mus ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Hanlim Multi Art School
Hanlim Multi Art School () is an arts high school located in Songpa District in Seoul, South Korea. History Hanlim School was founded on 3 March 1962, with Lee Hyeon-man being appointed school principal. In 2009, it became the Hanlim Multi Arts High School. It is known as one of the schools attended by current and future members of the South Korean entertainment industry, alongside the School of Performing Arts Seoul and Lila Art High School. Due to the fame of some of their students, the school is sometimes the subject of press attention, especially during graduation ceremonies. Departments * Broadcasting & Entertainment Department * Musical Theatre Department * Practical Dance Department * Applied Music Department * Fashion Model Department * Film Making Department Notable alumni * Baek Ye-rin * Cha Eun-woo * Cho Seung-youn (aka "Woodz") * Cho Yi-hyun * Choi Bo-min * Choi Hyun-wook * Choi Ye-na * Choi Yu-jin * Chou Tzu-yu * Giuk * Go Yoon-hwan (aka "Ryeoun") ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Artist Company
Artist Company () is a South Korean entertainment agency founded by actors Jung Woo-sung and Lee Jung-jae in 2016. The company is home of many major players in the Korean film industry including Jung Woo-sung, Lee Jung-jae, Ahn Sung-ki, Bae Seong-woo, Go Ah-sung, Park So-dam, and Yeom Jeong-ah. History 2016: Formation On May 19, 2016, Lee Jung-jae and Jung Woo-sung, who have been close colleagues and friends for a long time, decided to establish Artist Company after much discussion and careful consideration with the aim of creating a rational and systematic company. 2017–present: Leadership transition and expansion On December 27, 2017, Jung Woo-sung has stepped down from his role as CEO of Artist Company to focus on his acting career. Kim Byung-sun, previously with Star K Entertainment, has been appointed as the new CEO of the agency. On November 26, 2021, Artist Company founded by Lee Jung-jae and Jung Woo-sung, along with Artist Studio also represented by them, anno ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
B-Bomb
Lee Min-hyuk (, born December 14, 1990), better known by the stage name B-Bomb (), is a South Korean singer and dancer in the South Korean boy band Block B, and is in the Bastarz sub-unit with U-Kwon and P.O. He also works as a stage actor, using his birth name. Biography B-Bomb was born Lee Min-hyuk in Seoul, South Korea. Career B-Bomb debuted with Block B in April 2011. In 2015, he joined members U-Kwon and P.O to form the group's first sub-unit, Bastarz. B-Bomb wrote the song "Tightly" for the sub-unit's 2016 second album, ''Welcome to Bastarz,'' and received composition credit for three songs on Bastarz' 2019 album, ''I'm a Mess.'' B-Bomb also wrote the song "Give & Take," which appears on the Block B album ''Re: Montage.'' As an actor, Lee starred in the 2015 Web drama ''Jumping Girl,'' playing the spoiled idol star Seo Ah-shin opposite Jung Ha-na. In 2018, he starred as Danjong of Joseon in the historical play ''Yeo Do,'' which ran in early 2018. Lee received high prais ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Encounter (South Korean TV Series)
''Encounter'' () is a 2018 South Korean television series starring Song Hye-kyo and Park Bo-gum. It aired on tvN from November 28, 2018, to January 24, 2019, every Wednesday and Thursday at 21:30 ( KST). It is one of the highest-rated Korean dramas in cable television history. A commercial success, ''Encounter'''s broadcasting rights were sold to several countries outside South Korea, and is also available for streaming globally in over 100 territories via Viki in Europe and the Americas, Viu in Southeast Asia, and IQIYI. In 2021, it was made available on Netflix. Synopsis Brought together by fate, a woman who seems to have everything and a young man who seems to have nothing decide to give up an ordinary life to be together. Cha Soo-hyun (Song Hye-kyo), daughter of a politician, lives a pathetic life guided by others. She was "sold-off" by marrying to a rich family, only to divorce her husband because of his affair. Her former mother-in-law adds as a condition to her divorc ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Good Partner
''Good Partner'' () is a 2024 South Korean legal drama workplace television series written by , cdirected by Kim Ga-ram, and starring Jang Na-ra, Nam Ji-hyun, Kim Jun-han, Pyo Ji-hoon, Ji Seung-hyun and . It aired on SBS TV from July 12 to September 20, 2024, every Friday and Saturday at 22:00 ( KST). It is also available for streaming on Wavve and Netflix in South Korea, and on Viki and Viu in selected regions. A second season has been confirmed in production. Synopsis Cha Eun-kyung, a renowned divorce lawyer known for her sharp wit and unwavering dedication to her clients. As she navigates high-profile cases, her own marriage begins to crumble, forcing her to confront her own values and the human cost of her chosen profession. Meanwhile, a newly hired lawyer, Han Yu-ri, challenges Eun-kyung's pragmatic approach with her idealism and passion for justice. Despite their initial clashes, they develop a mentor-mentee relationship, learning from each other's strengths and we ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
