Netflix series Teach You A Lesson has been going viral since it aired in early June this year. Now, lead actor Kim Moo Yul can be seen gracing headlines everywhere, and everyone wants to know more about this star.
Kim Moo Yul isn’t just an overnight success. The now beloved actor has been acting for quite some time and even has a sad background story and some dark history behind the scenes. Think you know everything about Kim Moo Yul? Check out these facts about this talented star with ZAPZEE.
He Has Been Acting for 27 Years
Kim Moo Yul has been acting since 1999. He debuted in a series of short independent films, with the first being Saigan. However, since these are quite old, the videos are currently hard to find through regular searches on streaming platforms and similar sites. He is most known for his breakthrough role in the film War of Arrows that happened 11 years later! He later debuted on our TV screens in 2007. You can see full episodes of his first roles on YouTube today.
He Was a Musical Theater Actor
He isn’t just a talented actor; this guy can sing! He majored in acting at Sungkyunkwan University, and his talented pipes lead Kim Moo Yul to star on the stage of Grease, Altar Boyz, and his debut role for Jjangtta in 2002. He continued performing until his first television role for KBS2TV’s one-act drama Drama City – For the New Wave and the MBC historical series Chosun Police in 2007. Once he found success with dramas, his work began trickling over into more action-packed films and hit series like Badland Hunters.
He Was a Construction Worker and Delivery Driver
Word about Kim Moo Yul’s difficult past has been surfacing, and he finally addressed the stories in an episode of You Quiz on the Block. He started off sweetly, saying, “For the first time in 10 years, my neighbors told me ‘I’m cool.” but then discussed his past working as a construction worker and doing food delivery to support his family and pay off his family’s debts. Yu Jae Seok mentioned, “I heard that during your rookie days, you earned 200,000 won ($130) in just one year.” He confirmed and also revealed that when his mother was scammed in high school, the family’s financial situation was so intense that even $1 bus rides were too expensive.
He Voluntarily Went Into Military Service
As mentioned before, Kim Moo Yul had a financially difficult past. It was revealed that he was exempted from Mandatory Military Service in 2010 due to this. However, during the Board of Audit and Inspection’s military service audit, it was discovered that his entertainment earnings exceeded the standard threshold for military service reduction. As the controversy continued, Kim Moo Yul voluntarily enlisted for active duty in 2012 to prevent more public backlash and restore his honor.
He Is Coined ‘The John Cena of Korea’
Kim Moo Yul doesn’t just look like John Cena– he has the body to match, too! The charismatic actor has been likened to John Cena as of late due to his looks. Their facial structure is somewhat similar, and his physique is quite powerful compared to that of the average slim and slender actor. Kim Moo Yul also starred in various action-packed dramas and series, which furthered his nickname’s credibility. Badland hunters, Space Sweepers, Forgotten, and The Witness are just a few of his most noteworthy thrillers. John Cena also posted about Kim Moo Yul, agreeing that the resemblance is uncanny!
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What do you think of Kim Moo Yul now? The Teach You A Lesson star has quite the impressive history and has globally proven he is a highly skilled actor. Want to learn more about your favorite stars? Follow ZAPZEE and check out more of your favorite K-Dramas for FREE on Amasian TV.
