Few Korean actors have gone through as many style changes as Kim Hyun Joong. For his upcoming January drama, “Inspiring Age,” the Hallyu star sports a short, manly haircut to match his tough character. How does it compare to his looks in past years?
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Boys Over Flowers (2009)
In his first major K-drama, Hyun Joong played the soft-spoken second lead, Yoo Ji Hoo. His shoulder-length red hair and sideswept bangs accentuated his elegant, prince-like demeanor.
Playful Kiss (2010)
Hyun Joong took on a more natural black hairstyle to play popular high schooler Baek Seung Jo in “Playful Kiss.” Even without his brightly-colored locks from “Boys Over Flowers,” Hyun Joong’s good looks make him stand out as the most handsome senior in school.
Barefoot Friends (2013)
On the variety show “Barefoot Friends,” Hyun Joong often covers his hair with a hat, so that only the edge of his bangs is visible.
Inspiring Age (2014)
In the newly-released stills for the upcoming drama “Inspiring Age,” Hyun Joong shows off his jet black, short haircut. You can catch the premiere, available to viewers worldwide (except Korea and Japan), on Viki in January!
Boys Over Flowers (2009)
In his first major K-drama, Hyun Joong played the soft-spoken second lead, Yoo Ji Hoo. His shoulder-length red hair and sideswept bangs accentuated his elegant, prince-like demeanor.
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| Kim Hyun Joong as Yoo Ji Hoo in ‘Boys Over Flowers’ |
Playful Kiss (2010)
Hyun Joong took on a more natural black hairstyle to play popular high schooler Baek Seung Jo in “Playful Kiss.” Even without his brightly-colored locks from “Boys Over Flowers,” Hyun Joong’s good looks make him stand out as the most handsome senior in school.
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| Kim Hyun Joong’s dark hair still shines in ‘Playful Kiss’ |
Barefoot Friends (2013)
On the variety show “Barefoot Friends,” Hyun Joong often covers his hair with a hat, so that only the edge of his bangs is visible.
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| Kim Hyun Joong wears a trendy baseball cap on ‘Barefoot Friends’ to cover his new haircut. |
Inspiring Age (2014)
In the newly-released stills for the upcoming drama “Inspiring Age,” Hyun Joong shows off his jet black, short haircut. You can catch the premiere, available to viewers worldwide (except Korea and Japan), on Viki in January!
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Kim Hyun Joong cut his hair for his new role in ‘Inspiring Age’ |