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== Biography == |
== Biography == |
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Gwak Dong-yeon made his [[show business]] debut as "Bang Janggoon" in the Korean Family Drama [[My Husband Got a Family|My Husband Got A Family]] on 25 February 2012. Gwak is currently |
Gwak Dong-yeon made his [[show business]] debut as "Bang Janggoon" in the Korean Family Drama [[My Husband Got a Family|My Husband Got A Family]] on 25 February 2012. Gwak is currently recognized as the singer trainee of [[FNC Entertainment]] (home of Korean idols like [[F.T. Island]], [[CNBLUE]], [[Junie]]l, [[AOA (band)|AOA]], and [[N.Flying]]). <ref>https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/FNC_Entertainment#Notable_Trainees</ref> |
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Gwak has been studying bass technology at FNC Academy |
Since 2009, Gwak has been studying bass technology at FNC Academy, together with [[N.Flying]]'s members, [[AOA (band)|AOA]]'s members, and actor Song Sehyun.<ref>http://adolesdongyeon.tumblr.com/post/67532833240/who-is-gwak-dongyeon</ref> At first, he got guitar and bass guitar lesson, but later he also challenged himself to learn about acting. On 8 February 2013 he graduated from Yeongdeungpo Middle School. <ref>http://article.joins.com/news/article/article.asp?total_id=10642680&ctg=1502</ref> He is now attending Seoul School of Performing Arts.<ref>http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ByLmbFGsTtk</ref> |
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=== Acting Activities === |
=== Acting Activities === |
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Gwak Dongyeon gained |
Gwak Dongyeon gained recognition after featuring in the [[Korean Broadcasting System|KBS]] TV series [[My Husband Got a Family]], played as the unique-erratic middle high school boy, "Bang Janggoon". <ref>http://fncent.com/ENG/html/actors01.asp?artist_num=9&actor_num=1&flag=3</ref> The character got a good feedback from the viewer and leaded Gwak to achieve "Best Child Award" in 2012 6th Korean Drama Festival. In this drama, Gwak also played with his label-mate actor, [[CNBLUE]]'s [[Kang Min-hyuk]] who played as "Cha Segwang", Bang Janggoon's private tutor. The drama itself always ranked #1 and even peaked with 49,6% viewer rating, so Gwak got the big attention for being in the drama. |
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On April 2013, Gwak acted as Young Prince Dongpyung in [[Seoul Broadcasting System|SBS]] historical drama ''[[Jang Ok-jung, Living by Love]]''. On the following month he got another role for [[Korean Broadcasting System|KBS]] Drama Special ''Adolescence Medley'', played as the lead actor "Choi Jeongwoo".<ref>http://www.kbs.co.kr/drama/medley/</ref> The drama has been aired during 10 July-31 July 2013, catching the viewer attention for the nostalgic |
On April 2013, Gwak acted as Young Prince Dongpyung in [[Seoul Broadcasting System|SBS]] historical drama ''[[Jang Ok-jung, Living by Love]]''. On the following month, he got another role for [[Korean Broadcasting System|KBS]] Drama Special '''Adolescence Medley''', played as the lead actor "Choi Jeongwoo".<ref>http://www.kbs.co.kr/drama/medley/</ref> The drama has been aired during 10 July-31 July 2013, catching the viewer attention for the nostalgic scenes. Per 6 February 2014, [[Korean Broadcasting System|KBS]] “Puberty Medley” has the most viewers on [[KBS World (TV channel)|KBS World TV]] Youtube Channel - Drama Special list.<ref>http://adolesdongyeon.tumblr.com/post/75780865424/gwak-dongyeons-drama-special-kbs-puberty-medley</ref> From this drama, he got the prize from [[Korea Communications Standards Commission]] on 23 September 2013.<ref>https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.177552405769667.1073741832.129355243922717&type=3</ref> |
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On 10 September 2013, his label [[FNC Entertainment]] stated that he got another new role for [[Korean Broadcasting System|KBS]] new drama |
On 10 September 2013, his label [[FNC Entertainment]] stated that he got another new role for [[Korean Broadcasting System|KBS]] new drama [[Inspiring Generation]]. <ref>http://article.joins.com/news/article/article.asp?total_id=12572547</ref> He acted as young Shin Jung Tae (adult played by [[Kim Hyun-joong]]). The drama was originally scheduled to air in November 2013, but due to the extensive overseas filming, the series has been postponed to January 2013. <ref>http://asianwiki.com/Inspiring_Generation</ref>Through this drama Gwak got his first chance to go abroad to film drama in China. <ref>https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.204212803103627.1073741880.129355243922717&type=3</ref> Appeared in the 4 first episodes, Gwak received the most attention in internet real time searching. He got noticed by his sharp eyes and his steady acting.<ref>http://sports.donga.com/3/all/20140124/60391478/1</ref><ref>http://adolesdongyeon.tumblr.com/post/74577014487/trans-news-naver-who-is-inspiring-generation-young</ref> |
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=== Singer Trainee and Guitarist of Kkokkoma Band === |
=== Singer Trainee and Guitarist of ''Kkokkoma Band'' === |
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Although Gwak Dongyeon has debuted as a young actor, he has the |
Although Gwak Dongyeon has debuted as a young actor, he still has the status as a singer/musician trainee of [[FNC Entertainment]]. He showed off his musical ability through singing and playing guitar in [[My Husband Got a Family|My Husband Got A Family]] drama. He even sang for the drama OST "Ce Song" with [[Yoo Jun-sang]] and his on screen father, [[Kim Sang-ho (actor)|Kim Sang-ho]]. On November 2012, he sang a duet song “BABO” with his label-mate singer [[Juniel|JUNIEL]] in the wedding party of FNC’s Director of Entertainment Department, Kim Youngsan.<ref>http://berseo.blog.me/50154008821</ref> In ''Adolescence Medley'' he even did cover of [[Kim Kwang-seok]]'s "Be Forgotten" and [[Lee Juck]]'s "Running in The Sky". |
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Through reality drama [[TVN (South Korea)|tvN]] '' |
Through reality drama [[TVN (South Korea)|tvN]] ''Cheongdamdong 111'' Gwak's trainee life has been exposed to public. He has known to be in trainee band named ''Kkokkoma Band'' (꼬꼬마 벤드]. The band name means ''little kids band'', consists of young boys Gwak Dongyeon (lead guitar, born 1997), Oh Heejun (vocal and guitar, born 1996), Lee Hweechan (drum, born 1996), and Seo Dongseong (bass, born 1996). ''Kkokkoma Band'' has been found three months before ''Cheongdamdong 111'' filming. Gwak got his private guitar lesson from [[CNBLUE]]'s [[Lee Jong-hyun]]. He and ''Kkokkoma Band'' as [[CNBLUE]] mentees, won the trainee battle against [[F.T. Island]]'s mentees. For the battle, they performed "[[Ob-La-Di, Ob-La-Da]]" by [[The Beatles]], the legendary band that Gwak wants to be like. |
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== Filmography == |
== Filmography == |
Revision as of 04:48, 14 February 2014
Gwak Dong-Yeon | |
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Born | |
Occupation(s) | actor, Guitarist, singer |
Years active | 2012–present |
Agent | FNC Entertainment |
Website | www |
Korean name | |
Hangul | 곽동연 |
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Gwak Dong-yeon (곽동연; born 19 March 1997 in South Korea), is a South Korean actor under FNC Entertainment.[1]
Biography
Gwak Dong-yeon made his show business debut as "Bang Janggoon" in the Korean Family Drama My Husband Got A Family on 25 February 2012. Gwak is currently recognized as the singer trainee of FNC Entertainment (home of Korean idols like F.T. Island, CNBLUE, Juniel, AOA, and N.Flying). [2]
Since 2009, Gwak has been studying bass technology at FNC Academy, together with N.Flying's members, AOA's members, and actor Song Sehyun.[3] At first, he got guitar and bass guitar lesson, but later he also challenged himself to learn about acting. On 8 February 2013 he graduated from Yeongdeungpo Middle School. [4] He is now attending Seoul School of Performing Arts.[5]
Acting Activities
Gwak Dongyeon gained recognition after featuring in the KBS TV series My Husband Got a Family, played as the unique-erratic middle high school boy, "Bang Janggoon". [6] The character got a good feedback from the viewer and leaded Gwak to achieve "Best Child Award" in 2012 6th Korean Drama Festival. In this drama, Gwak also played with his label-mate actor, CNBLUE's Kang Min-hyuk who played as "Cha Segwang", Bang Janggoon's private tutor. The drama itself always ranked #1 and even peaked with 49,6% viewer rating, so Gwak got the big attention for being in the drama.
On April 2013, Gwak acted as Young Prince Dongpyung in SBS historical drama Jang Ok-jung, Living by Love. On the following month, he got another role for KBS Drama Special Adolescence Medley, played as the lead actor "Choi Jeongwoo".[7] The drama has been aired during 10 July-31 July 2013, catching the viewer attention for the nostalgic scenes. Per 6 February 2014, KBS “Puberty Medley” has the most viewers on KBS World TV Youtube Channel - Drama Special list.[8] From this drama, he got the prize from Korea Communications Standards Commission on 23 September 2013.[9]
On 10 September 2013, his label FNC Entertainment stated that he got another new role for KBS new drama Inspiring Generation. [10] He acted as young Shin Jung Tae (adult played by Kim Hyun-joong). The drama was originally scheduled to air in November 2013, but due to the extensive overseas filming, the series has been postponed to January 2013. [11]Through this drama Gwak got his first chance to go abroad to film drama in China. [12] Appeared in the 4 first episodes, Gwak received the most attention in internet real time searching. He got noticed by his sharp eyes and his steady acting.[13][14]
Singer Trainee and Guitarist of Kkokkoma Band
Although Gwak Dongyeon has debuted as a young actor, he still has the status as a singer/musician trainee of FNC Entertainment. He showed off his musical ability through singing and playing guitar in My Husband Got A Family drama. He even sang for the drama OST "Ce Song" with Yoo Jun-sang and his on screen father, Kim Sang-ho. On November 2012, he sang a duet song “BABO” with his label-mate singer JUNIEL in the wedding party of FNC’s Director of Entertainment Department, Kim Youngsan.[15] In Adolescence Medley he even did cover of Kim Kwang-seok's "Be Forgotten" and Lee Juck's "Running in The Sky".
Through reality drama tvN Cheongdamdong 111 Gwak's trainee life has been exposed to public. He has known to be in trainee band named Kkokkoma Band (꼬꼬마 벤드]. The band name means little kids band, consists of young boys Gwak Dongyeon (lead guitar, born 1997), Oh Heejun (vocal and guitar, born 1996), Lee Hweechan (drum, born 1996), and Seo Dongseong (bass, born 1996). Kkokkoma Band has been found three months before Cheongdamdong 111 filming. Gwak got his private guitar lesson from CNBLUE's Lee Jong-hyun. He and Kkokkoma Band as CNBLUE mentees, won the trainee battle against F.T. Island's mentees. For the battle, they performed "Ob-La-Di, Ob-La-Da" by The Beatles, the legendary band that Gwak wants to be like.
Filmography
Drama
Year | Drama Tittle | Role | Network |
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2012 | My Husband Got a Family | Bang Janggoon (방장군) | KBS |
2013 | Jang Ok-jung, Living by Love | young Prince Dongpyeong (동평군) | SBS |
2013 | 'Adolescence Medley | Choi Jeongwoo (최정우) | KBS |
2014 | Inspiring Generation | young Shin Jungtae 신정태) | KBS |
TV Show
Year | Show | Network |
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2012 | Gag Concert [16] | KBS |
2013-2014 | Cheongdamdong 111 (ep. 1-3, 7) | tvN |
Music Video Appearance
Year | Tittle | Artist |
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2012 | Ce Song (My Husband Got a Family넝쿨째 굴러온 당신 OST Pt.2) [17] | Yoo Jun-sang ft. Gwak Dongyeon, Kim Sang-ho |
2013 | Stargirl 2013 [18] | Bulldog Mansion |
2013 | Be Forgoten (KBS 드라마스페셜 사춘기메들리 M/V [곽동연 : 잊혀지는 것]) [19] | sung by Gwak Dongyeon, original singer: Kim Kwang-seok |
Achievement
- 2012: Best Child Award on 6th Korean Drama Festival (My Husband Got a Family)[20]
- 2013: Prize from Korea Communications Standards Commision on September ('Adolescence Medley) [21]
Endorsement
- 2012: NYbh
- 2012: Teamspolham
- 2012: Jeep Fashion
- 2012: G by guess
- 2013: Skono Liberty Flap Grey
- 2013: Kipling
References
- ^ http://ko.wikipedia.org/wiki/곽동연
- ^ https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/FNC_Entertainment#Notable_Trainees
- ^ http://adolesdongyeon.tumblr.com/post/67532833240/who-is-gwak-dongyeon
- ^ http://article.joins.com/news/article/article.asp?total_id=10642680&ctg=1502
- ^ http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ByLmbFGsTtk
- ^ http://fncent.com/ENG/html/actors01.asp?artist_num=9&actor_num=1&flag=3
- ^ http://www.kbs.co.kr/drama/medley/
- ^ http://adolesdongyeon.tumblr.com/post/75780865424/gwak-dongyeons-drama-special-kbs-puberty-medley
- ^ https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.177552405769667.1073741832.129355243922717&type=3
- ^ http://article.joins.com/news/article/article.asp?total_id=12572547
- ^ http://asianwiki.com/Inspiring_Generation
- ^ https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.204212803103627.1073741880.129355243922717&type=3
- ^ http://sports.donga.com/3/all/20140124/60391478/1
- ^ http://adolesdongyeon.tumblr.com/post/74577014487/trans-news-naver-who-is-inspiring-generation-young
- ^ http://berseo.blog.me/50154008821
- ^ http://www.kbs.co.kr/tt/news/news_view.php?mgz_seq=264428
- ^ http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=28yX3YWb0cE
- ^ http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dFaQ4mTR7kw
- ^ http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C23qmffH7oo
- ^ https://ko.wikipedia.org/wiki/코리아드라마페스티벌#2012_.EC.A0.9C5.ED.9A.8C_.EC.BD.94.EB.A6.AC.EC.95.84_.EB.93.9C.EB.9D.BC.EB.A7.88_.EC.96.B4.EC.9B.8C.EC.A6.88
- ^ https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.177552405769667.1073741832.129355243922717&type=3