Despite being released in 2008, the timeless Korean drama “Boys Over Flowers”continues to hold a special place in the hearts of young people worldwide. Its impact on the youth culture is undeniable, and it served as a pivotal role in launching Lee Min Ho’s career as an A-list star in the Korean entertainment industry. Moreover, the drama’s popularity also brought attention to Kim Joon, a member of the group T-Max, who rose to fame alongside the beloved “hot boys”of that era.
Kim Joon is a member of the iconic F4 in the timeless series “Boys Over Flowers”.
Prior to his role in the 2008 drama “Boys Over Flowers,”Kim Joon made his debut in 2007 as a singer and rapper with the group T-Max. The group also had the opportunity to perform the opening song for the drama “Paradise.”
Despite social media platforms not being as dominant as they are now, “Paradise” became an instant sensation upon its release and received immense love from the audience. The first few notes alone have the power to transport the 80s and 90s generations back to their childhood and youth, evoking feelings of nostalgia. Even today, the “Paradise (Lyrics)” video remains one of the most-watched versions with over 7.3 million views.
In 2009, Kim Joon collaborated with Kim Hyun Joong, a fellow actor from “Boys Over Flowers,”to release a solo music product. The MV for “Jun Be Ok”was a hit, but in 2011, T-Max disbanded and Joon shifted his focus to his acting career. Although his singing career only consisted of one song, it was a success that gained popularity throughout Asia.
Subsequently, Kim Joon made appearances in various dramas, variety shows, and films following his role in “Boys Over Flowers,”including “Detectives in Trouble,””Endless Love,”and “City of the Sun,”yet none were able to capture significant attention.
At present, Kim Joon has mostly stepped away from the music industry. His most recent public appearance was in 2012 at SBS Inkigayo, where he performed “Jun Be Ok”- a collaboration with Kim Hyun Joong. However, he performed the song as a solo artist. Since then, Kim Joon has made few appearances on stage and has not released any new music.
Despite being known as the most reserved member of F4 in “Boys Over Flowers,”Kim Joon’s personal life is the most content and joyful of the entire cast. In 2018, he publicly shared that he had quietly wed his girlfriend of 9 years back in 2015. He is now a proud father of two, yet his appearance continues to astonish many.
Despite a 16-year gap since his appearance in “Boys Over Flowers,”Kim Joon’s current image bears striking resemblance to his younger self. His handsome, suave, and romantic aura remains intact, as evident in photos of him with his daughter where he appears even younger than his role in the popular drama. This “reverse aging”phenomenon has sparked interest among fans, with many amazed by the actor’s youthful appearance at 40 years old.
Source: K14
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