Kim Soo-hyun, idol no more
by javabeans
Kim Soo-hyun was a hot property before Dream High, but after it, his star has positively skyrocketed. There’s no doubt that attempts to snag him for upcoming projects will be aggressive as everyone wants to claim the newly minted star for their own, whether it be new dramas, movies, or CF deals.
According to his management company Keyeast, Kim Soo-hyun is currently courting around ten offers for new roles. Of those, he’s got one movie and one drama that he’s seriously looking at, which are in the process of being negotiated.
One thing he won’t be doing, however, is pursuing singing, although he has been approached with multiple recording offers as well. His rep stated that he has decided to put those offers aside and focus on his acting for now, although the option is on the table to consider recording projects at a later date.
Singing is a talent he’d kept quiet until this latest project, and with which he astonished fans. (Honestly, at first I wondered if he’d been dubbed over by a pro, he was that good — better, even, than some of the cast’s idol singers, I thought.) And with his vocal chops, Kim Soo-hyun is one case where I don’t think attempting a side project in music would be off-base. A lot of times the actor-to-singer jump feels like a vanity project more than anything, but he’s got the pipes.
On the other hand, Kim’s also fiercely talented as an actor, and even before Dream High made him popular, he’d been gradually making a name for himself as one of the next generation’s brightest new talents. He had small roles in Jungle Fish and Kimchi Cheese Smile, then really made a splash playing Go Soo’s childhood counterpart in Will It Snow For Christmas, where he was absolutely riveting as an intense, smart, and pained youth.
He shone even brighter in the short drama Father’s House (opposite acting heavyweight Choi Min-soo), playing the beloved young son who was raised by a single dad, whose absent mother returns in his teen years. And Giant was the role that solidified his status as a Serious Actor in the making. This kid is IT. (Okay, technically he’s no kid at age 23, but he’s just so wonderful at conveying his characters’ youthful hopes and disappointments that it’s easy to forget he’s out of his teens.)
So given the choices, I’m certainly all for seeing him acting in another drama right away, and would much prefer that to an album or single. (Although imma be greedy and say that there’s no reason we can’t have both… Oh, all right, except for maybe the boy would like to sleep once in a while, I suppose. *sighs ungratefully*)
Kim Soo-hyun – “Dreaming” from the Dream High OST [ Download ]
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51 Annie
March 3, 2011 at 5:59 AM
omg, completely random thought but can you imagine kim soo hyun and yoo ah in acting together? /dies at the thought alone
i can't wait to see what he's going to do next ♥
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erniu
March 3, 2011 at 10:52 AM
You are not alone. I was just thinking to myself the other day. What if Jin-gook were played by Yoo Ah In...How interesting the love triangle would be!
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jem
March 3, 2011 at 12:17 PM
*faints at the thought*
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Annie
March 3, 2011 at 5:35 PM
/sobbing at the sheer epicness of that
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52 dom
March 3, 2011 at 6:12 AM
he's 23 with an innocence of a 10 y.o, a face of a 17 y.o and emotional depth like a 30 y.o (or more)..
gosh, I always LOVE his subtle emotion over his EPIC SHIT... it in his eye... his pained eyes just make me want to hug him and pat him to sleep...
that reminds me that his early Sam-dong hair style really resembles Momo's hairstyle... Oh wait! OMG.. HE IS MOMO!! *gone to the imaginary world* *squeel uncontrollably* *wipe droll from keyboard* *shakes head*
Ehem... this Noona fan is really looking forward for his next projects!
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charlene
March 3, 2011 at 6:36 AM
absolutely right!
I first noticed him in 'Will it Snow for Christmas. Right then and there i became his fan. i told myself , this fine looking 'kid' will go up the ladder faster than he may thought. and KSH never fail me.
So talented.
I call him the "the rising Halyu star".
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ahjummabunny
March 17, 2011 at 7:21 AM
he was amazing in will it snow . . . I couldn't believe my good fortune I had hoped he would remain as the lead and I thought go soo was good but that soo hyun ssi had stolen the show. I also think the young girl nam ji hyun was excellent in her role and made the older actress look like a child playing at acting. I really hope everything goes well for him.
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louiselai
March 3, 2011 at 7:33 AM
yes yes yes!! momo!! i love momo too... that is momo's hairstyle. KSH is the new momo ♥♥♥
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53 mnstpdu08
March 3, 2011 at 6:16 AM
he does sing better than some of the idols on Dream High. i LOVE his voice. i need to watch his other dramas. i can't way to see more of him.
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mnstpdu08
March 3, 2011 at 6:16 AM
I can't stop listening to his song with IU. They need to do more duets together.
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54 charlene
March 3, 2011 at 6:26 AM
how i love to hug you right now JB! You make my day with this news.:)
I'm so happy for KSH. Very MUCH!
can't wait for what's next in line!
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55 Fasiris Fay
March 3, 2011 at 6:32 AM
omg can't wait to see what he does next! I haven't seen much of his stuff, but he did steal my heart in will it snow on christmas- I loved him so much in that that I refused to watch the remaining of the show cause I just couldn't get used to him not being in it :(
But his pain as Sam-Dong just gripped me...those few episodes that focused on him? AMAZING
I'm also okay with him not pursuing singing for awhile, because I'm just eager to watch him and his awesome acting chops.
Whatever he's choosing to do, I hope its soon-I'm having withdrawal symptoms!
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56 rsmchirps
March 3, 2011 at 6:49 AM
Well, this is not confirmed news by any means, but it's rumored that he may be one half of the next couple in MBCs variety show - We Got Married. His rumored partner, none other than Yoon Baek Hee aka Eunjung! They are supposed to replace the popular Adam couple - Jo Kwon and GaIn. Since WGM needs to film only once a week or once in 2 weeks, sometimes less, it shouldn't be difficult for him to juggle a drama role on the side. Although seeing how KDramas are filmed, I wonder.....
Anyhow, this is still a rumor, so please take with a very big bag full of salt!
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57 Annie
March 3, 2011 at 7:50 AM
I've adored him since Will It snow for Christmas. SOOOO glad he's finally getting the attention he deserves!
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58 Christy
March 3, 2011 at 8:08 AM
This boy is amazing and truly, truly talented! He is on his way to becoming korea's biggest hallyu star!
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59 chasen8888
March 3, 2011 at 8:31 AM
I first noticed him in Will It Snow for Christmas and became a complete fan of his after Giant (big brother Sang Mo, both him and the more adult version did an excellent job).
He is that gifted, when I read that he was taking the lead role in DH I decided to watch it based on that alone it was way overdue for him to take the lead and am so happy he did. Now that he has skyrocketed, I am very glad for him but at the same time I do not want him to burn out/get ill due to overwork. We have to keep in mind that he is also a university student as well. What I want for him to do now is "REST, REST, REST" for at least 2 weeks. After that he can look at other projects.
I am hopeful that those projects being proposed for him are of high quality which will show his talents to us the fans at the fullest. He has the capability of being an international star. I also want him to take more adult roles, the previous was fine at the start but it would be interesting to see how he does there. Yes he has a young appearance but he is an adult, its time. Allowing us noonas to really squeal for him without feeling a bit perverted.
Wishing him all the best and looking forward to enjoying/seeing him shine in the future.
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60 Samz
March 3, 2011 at 9:18 AM
Oh dear, i'm in love with the person i've never ever met. And yet this is a love to kill...
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Bluefyre
March 3, 2011 at 1:35 PM
Oh dear...I'm right there with you too ^^
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61 kdlover
March 3, 2011 at 9:35 AM
I absolutely love this actor!!! Soo talented!!! I love his duet w/ Hye Mi...maybe!!! Too bad they didnt sing it at the live concert!!! I really like his voice!!!
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Bluefyre
March 3, 2011 at 12:52 PM
This!
I LOVED that duet. I really wished for an official track or a live! But...oh well. Just have to keep repeating that scene I guess.
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orenji
March 3, 2011 at 10:01 PM
they did sing it. it's just they cut it in the real broadcast. here's the fancam from the concert...just audio because they didnt allow cameras.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uXzyRuHkvtI
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62 theedie
March 3, 2011 at 9:56 AM
He's 23? Oh goodie, cuz here I was feeling like a pedo thinking he was under 20. Now I don't have to feel guilty anymore! :D
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63 Combray
March 3, 2011 at 10:45 AM
He's gonna miss Taec so I think he should be the new 2PM member hehe.
Was that really his voice? I thought so but then I heard he was dubbed so idk.
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Bluefyre
March 3, 2011 at 12:54 PM
Oh no! Don't put him in 2PM!
This sounds bad because I LOVE 2PM, but for want of a better expression...He's too good to be in 2PM. Seriously.
Yeah. That was his voice. No dubbing for KSH. That's for sure. I'm so glad he let his musical side come out of hiding!
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Bluefyre
March 3, 2011 at 1:02 PM
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rurLzYZub0g
That's Kim Soo-hyun in 2007 singing in an M-Boat (where he was a trainee for a while) event I think.
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Combray
March 3, 2011 at 6:59 PM
No I know that lol, I was kidding. But hearing his voice with Junsu's would be great, but yeah, 2PM are perfect as they are,
I'm just gonna miss the Jingdong bromance.
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64 Bluefyre
March 3, 2011 at 12:50 PM
Haha. Thanks for giving us more opportunities to swoon over Kim Soo-hyun, JB! *hugs* :D
I'm happy with his wise decision to forgo singing for now (though I can't wait at the same time for him to come out with some awesome music!^^) and concentrate on acting. I seriously want more of him. And soon. Please.
He IS It. I still can't believe how good he is. Thanks for giving us him, Parents of Kim Soo-hyun!
Can't wait for more news!
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Bluefyre
March 3, 2011 at 1:10 PM
Kim Soo-hyun. Kim Bum. Lee Min-ho. Yoo Ah-in. Song Joong-ki...and I'm sure I'm forgetting a couple others, but I can't wait what they're gonna do next.
KSH in a slightly higher level of course. LOL. I'm so biased >.>
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65 Nashoujo
March 3, 2011 at 1:32 PM
SO GOOD Dream Krack!! Kim so hyun is a great actor and it really shine and show his acting chops in there. He has the 'IT' factor and he has a great voice, even better than some of the other real singers in the drama like writer saids!! I would love to see him in the next acting project with singing involved!!
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66 wits
March 3, 2011 at 2:58 PM
Gaaaahhh!!! yeah, I am missing this "kid" so much... I am having withdrawal symptoms like crazy! I miss him more than I miss DH.
Really, the guy's so talented and intense - in his acting AND singing. I love this song... Dreaming and his duet with Pil Suk (been playing them over and over and over and over again!!).... wish he sang more songs in the show, especially knowing now that he is not pursuing a singing career. These two songs are GOLD!
And, to appease my longing, I guess I have to watch Giant now... so...bye!!
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67 ar
March 3, 2011 at 7:40 PM
hopefully we will see him as leading man in another drama soon instead of another younger version of some lead character.
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68 nonski
March 3, 2011 at 7:59 PM
I'm one of the many noona slayed by KSH, not only by his looks and acting but most of all by his voice...that's why i am quite disappointed to hear him not pursuing his singing career (sad face)...
go KSH...
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69 kc
March 3, 2011 at 8:18 PM
kim soo hyun is totally good and he deserves all the attention hes getting, no question.
just saddening that the rest are left out, i personally think that suzy and eunjung have done good esp suzy considering its her first acting project... though there were times when begin to question her acting, i believe it has something to do with the character, its the hyeminess and hyemibotness, i say.
feels so damned good to watch dramas high when you do not know the cast prior to the drama.
pure entertainment indeed.
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orenji
March 3, 2011 at 10:09 PM
ia. we all know he's good.no doubt about it.
i hope suzy gets the same attention. i means for someone who just debut last july,training for less than a year,she's doing a good job. i must admit it was suzy's singing that makes me interested and continue to watch this drama. strange huh,when everyone was so captivated with soohyun's singing and acting.
i watched BTS, she's so adorable and cute irl.
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kc
March 4, 2011 at 12:17 AM
same here. I liked the duet with eun jung.
They all looked new to me, everyone of them, i was just enamored by the ensemble. Suzy is just pure eye candy She's so young.
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70 sweetest tea
March 3, 2011 at 8:27 PM
i hope suzy gets a new project... well see from there
Suddenly reminded me of No min woo who was criticized once and came to redeem himself after that rock show/drama tribute
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71 MissTangerine
March 3, 2011 at 9:43 PM
Kim Soo Hyun you're the best!!!
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72 nan345
March 3, 2011 at 11:21 PM
no need to compare taec and Kim Soo Hyun for me. I love them both equally. But I gotta give props to Kim Soo Hyun. I liked him a lot in will it snow for christmas. good luck with his future drama.
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73 nickynisa
March 4, 2011 at 4:28 AM
i watched him in WISFC.. he was brilliant in that drama.. and he's really awesome in DH.. i was really shock that he sang all the singing part in DH.. i really thought he lip sync.. until i watched the interview.. he really used his own voice.. omg.. can't wait for his next drama.. and i hope he'll be feature in ost of his upcoming drama/film.. i don't want to see him releasing an album or single.. he should participate in ost..
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74 jess
March 4, 2011 at 4:39 AM
I like this actor a lot. Love him in Snow Christmas
I wish him the best.
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75 Charlotte
March 4, 2011 at 10:46 AM
So glad that he's not dabbing his hands in the singing department. He has a beautiful, beautiful voice, but it's good to see him keeping his ambitions humble and focused.
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76 mnstpdu08
March 4, 2011 at 7:51 PM
is he in thorn birds? i saw on mysoju that he was a minor character?
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77 yunhohoho
March 4, 2011 at 9:09 PM
Good luck, kiddo! Would love to see him in another drama soon :) ♥
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78 Saa
March 4, 2011 at 9:57 PM
Am I the only one who thinks of Jang Geun Suk when I think of Kim Soo Hyun and his dual prowess in acting AND singing? ... Maybe I should've said quadruple threat... Acting, singing, dancing, and slaying fangirls' hearts.
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79 lemonlime
March 5, 2011 at 1:02 AM
i was totally awe-struck by him in DreamHigh. the kid's got it all. :D
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80 enna
March 5, 2011 at 7:53 AM
Eventho I like KSH, I Love LMH. No other actor can beat LMH. I adore taecyeon and JGS. If I hv to rank, LMH will alyay b the first. 2nd JGS, TY then KSH. Just rewatched BOF. Can't get enough of LMH
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81 enna
March 5, 2011 at 7:59 AM
Really sad when TY did not get the girl. The show is still running in Malaysia. I hv read the ending in this blog. It just put me off. I dnt even bother to finish watching the show.
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82 Lilian
March 5, 2011 at 11:01 AM
He's definitely better of as an actor. Not many that are as young as him and yet such a good actor.
Singing wise, he is not bad but there are many other better singers around....
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83 milk tea
March 5, 2011 at 9:07 PM
Kim Soo Hyun sang a lot better in his Guerilla Date. Very on key. ^^;;.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nCGeoML15Tw&feature=channel_video_title
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84 christine
March 6, 2011 at 7:15 AM
I really enjoyed Dream High and would like to watch more of KSH's acting.
Anybody knows where I can watch Father's House? I tried a few sites (from Vikki) and somehow halfway during episode 1 it switched to some Chinese drama. As for ep 2 it kept repeating part 1 over and over again.
Thanks
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85 Thainá
March 6, 2011 at 9:40 PM
I wish him luck!
He's gorgeous in every way...
I'm looking foward to his singing carrer and for lead roles in many dramas!!!
I wish he could see how much we all were amazed by him, that he could read everything people write about him, how amazing he is.
I'll always cheer for him!!!!
Kim Soo Hyun, you don't have just a gorgeous face, you have talent both in acting and singing. You made many girls cry over you... You made many girls go crazy about you, you made me fall for every sigh of you. You! You! You're wonderful!!! I hope you the best!!!
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86 ...
March 11, 2011 at 9:00 AM
It's just a matter of preference. IMO he's only better than Taecyeon (who is NOT a singer at all).
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87 crystal
April 10, 2011 at 7:34 AM
soo hyun oppa!
i hope u will more successful than now.
please make a new series hurry.
i will wait that series.
good luck oppa.
love you
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88 jorosh
April 27, 2011 at 11:04 PM
really talented...ksh
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89 Lilik Ekowati
July 9, 2011 at 3:22 AM
thumbs up for Kim Soo Hyun..Keep Fighting Oppa!!
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90 Olivia Wang
April 5, 2013 at 5:57 PM
Soo Hyun is such a great actor that I can't help focusing on him after 3,4 yrs without watching a piece of Kdrama~First amazed by his performance in Moon, I am dragged to his roles constantly by Father's House,DH> and Giant! Then I realize that his success in 2012 is a meant to be. Happy to see that a new star rising in korea movie Industry! Love to see him nominated in 2013 PaekSang Arts Awards in popularity category, but..this is not the goal set for Soo Hyun, right? He aims sth big!!
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91 Aimee
October 4, 2013 at 1:13 PM
You r so wrong if u watch the final concert u will know who sing better taec sounds much greater than KSH in that final concert, even though i'm also a fan of KSH i just gotta say the truth
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