Kwon Hyun-bin has announced his enlistment in the Marine Corps.
On the 24th, Kwon Hyun-bin's agency, Ghost Studio, stated, "Kwon Hyun-bin will enter the Marine Corps training camp next month to undergo basic military training and fulfill his national defense duties."
Born in 1997, Kwon Hyun-bin is a former model known for his impressive physique, standing at 187cm and weighing 71kg, and his striking features. He gained attention in the fashion industry through runway shows, photo shoots, and lookbooks. In 2017, he participated in Mnet's 'Produce 101 Season 2' as a trainee under YG KPLUS, capturing public interest. He later debuted as a singer with the project group JBJ.
After transferring to YG Entertainment in 2020, he continued his music career under the stage name 'VIINI' and expanded his career into acting under his real name. After ending his contract with YG Entertainment in January last year, he joined Ghost Studio in March. Since then, he has appeared in various works such as 'The World of My 17', 'The Red Sleeve', and 'Pandora: Fabricated Paradise', building his filmography. Starting as a model and expanding into singing and acting, Kwon Hyun-bin is set to embark on a new chapter with his military service.
Official Statement from Kwon Hyun-bin's Agency
Hello.
This is Ghost Studio.
We would like to inform you about the enlistment of our actor, Kwon Hyun-bin.
Actor Kwon Hyun-bin will enter the Marine Corps training camp on November 24th to undergo basic military training and fulfill his national defense duties.
As the enlistment day will be a private event with many military personnel and families, there will be no official event. We ask for your understanding.
We are grateful for the immense love you have shown towards actor Kwon Hyun-bin, and we ask for your warm support until the day he returns as a more mature and healthy individual.
Thank you.
Lee So-jung, Ten Asia Reporter forusojung@tenasia.co.kr