ENTERTAINMENT
Veteran Actor Baek Hyun-jin Signs Exclusive Contract with Prain TPC
On the 24th, Prain TPC announced, "We have signed an exclusive contract with actor Baek Hyun-jin. We plan to provide full support to enable him to engage in a wide range of creative activities across various fields. We ask for your continued interest and support in his future endeavors."
Baek Hyun-jin made his debut in 1997 with the album 'Break-even Point' by the band 'UhUhBoo Project.' Since then, he has expanded his career from music to acting, establishing a strong presence. He has showcased his versatile acting skills in dramas such as 'Mary Kills People,' 'Thank You,' 'Crash,' 'Moving,' and 'Taxi Driver,' as well as in films like 'Mad Dance Office,' 'A Room of Her Own,' 'Samjin Company English Class,' and 'Keys to the Heart.'
In the Coupang Play series 'Office Workers Season 2,' Baek left a strong impression with his realistic portrayal of Manager Baek and his unique character interpretation. Last November, he appeared on the YouTube show 'Shin Dong-yup's Bitter Brother,' where he showcased his wit. When Shin Dong-yup commented, "You seem different from before," Baek replied, "I quit drinking and smoking and started running, so I've changed a lot." He humorously added, "I don't date or have sexual relationships, so maybe that's why I seem like a great actor," bringing laughter to the audience.
Baek Hyun-jin is also active in the fields of art and literature. Recently, he garnered attention with his solo exhibition 'Seoul Syntax,' which captured his experiences and impressions of Seoul.
In the newly released photo accompanying the contract announcement, Baek is seen sitting comfortably against a red-toned background. The overall subdued tone of the photo highlights his unique identity, raising expectations for his future activities.
Meanwhile, Prain TPC represents a roster of talented actors including Kwak Min-kyu, Kim Moo-yeol, Kim Bum-soo, Kim Shin-bi, Kim Hyun-joon, Ryu Seung-ryong, Park Yong-woo, Park Ji-young, Park Jin-joo, Park Hyung-soo, Bae Yoon-kyung, Oh Yeon-ah, Oh Jung-se, Won Hyun-joon, Yoo Da-in, Yoon Seung-ah, Lee Kyu-sung, Lee So-hee, Lee Joon, Lee Hwa-kyum, Jo Eun-ji, Choi Myung-bin, and Ha Seo-yoon.
By Tae Yuna, Ten Asia Reporter youyou@tenasia.co.kr
