Kim Byung-man
Kim, Byung-man | |
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Born |
Jeonju, Wanju, North Jeolla Province | July 29, 1975
Nationality | South Korean |
Years active | 2002-present[Infobox 1] |
Genres | slapstick |
Spouse | A-sshi (2012)[Infobox 2] |
Notable works and roles | Gag Concert |
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Kim Byung-man (born July 29, 1975),is a South Korean comedian,[1] best known for his incredible slapstick and acrobatic stunts as a Master in Gag Concert, and survival skills in Law of the Jungle. In November 2015 he entrance new program ' grap and So-rim-sa '
Biography
Kim was born into a poor family with an older brother and three sisters in Jeonju, Wanju in North Jeolla Province. His father was an alcoholic, because of his bad luck in business. This caused his family to be in chronic debt. His mother tried to make a little money working at odd jobs, such as working at a restaurant. Kim also tried to help raise money for the family by doing manual labor. Wanting to be a comedian, he left his home and moved to Seoul to go to an apartment with other aspiring comedians. After three failed auditions on KBS and four on MBC, he was finally accepted by KBS in 2002. He starred in Gag concert on the Master show as a Master, his most famous role, in which he performs difficult tasks, showcasing his ability to acquire new skills quickly.[2]
Kim made his first appearance in the movie called "Gift" (선물) in 2002. He was also the runner-up on Kim Yuna's Kiss and Cry where famous entertainers learn how to figure skate from professionals.[3]
Up till 2012 he was signed under Castle J Entertainment, and on 19 September, it was announced that he has signed exclusive contracts with SM C&C, a subsidiary of SM Entertainment, along with Lee Soo Geun.[4]
Filmography
Film
Year | Title | Role | Notes |
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2001 | Last Present | Comedian | |
2004 | The Magic Police | Himself | |
2005 | Baribari Zzang | Himself | |
2006 | My Wife Is a Gangster 3 | Ssogari | |
2007 | Three Kims | Third child | Supporting role |
2008 | Radio Dayz | Truck driver | |
2011 | Battlefield Heroes | Guard for Cave 1 | |
Super Monkey Returns | Son Oh-Gong | Main role | |
Televison dramas
Year | Title | Role | Notes |
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2007 | S Clinic | Gae Jak Du | |
2008 | The Lawyers of The Great Republic Korea | Jeon Yi Man (Jjajangmyun delivery guy) | |
One Mom and Three Dads | French cook | Cameo (Episode 7) | |
2008-2009 | General Hospital 2 | Oh Young Bum | |
2009 | Everybody Cha-cha-cha | Moon Goon (Yoon-jung's auto mechanic) | Extended cast |
Hometown Legends | Angel of death | Episode 7 | |
2010 | Boy Meets Girl | Himself | Drama Special |
Dr. Champ | Im Ki Man | Cameo | |
2010-2011 | Athena: Goddess of War | Himself | Cameo |
2012 | Ohlala Couple | Himself (expert who specializes in catching cheating spouses) | Cameo (Episode 2) |
What's the Deal, Mom? | Himself | ||
Hello Monster | Himself | ||
2013 | Chief Inspector Choi ll-Joo | Detective Ma Yong-Hee | |
Queen of the Office | Himself (seasoned raw crab master) | Cameo (Episode 3) | |
Awards
- 2011 SBS Entertainment Awards: Most Outstanding Award: Variety Category
- 2012 SBS Entertainment Awards: Most Outstanding Award: Variety Category
- 2013 49th Paeksang Arts Awards: Best Variety Performer - Male
- 2013 SBS Entertainment Awards: Daesang (Grand Award)
- 2015 SBS Entertainment Awards: Daesang (Grand Award)
References
- ↑ Mee-yoo, Kwon (July 6, 2011). "Reality TV gets a spin as stars challenge skating, dancing". Korea Times. Retrieved 21 September 2011.
- ↑ "‘Gagman’ Kim Byung-man Tells of Rags-to-Riches Rise in Bio". South Korea: k-popexpress. August 2011. Retrieved 15 October 2011.
- ↑ "F(X)’S KRYSTAL WINS ‘KISS AND CRY’". k-popexpress. Retrieved 15 October 2011.
- ↑ Ho, Stewart (19 September 2012). "Lee Su Geun, Kim Byung Man Join Kang Ho Dong at SM C&C?". enewsWorld. CJ E&M. Retrieved 6 October 2012.
External links
- Kim Byung-man on Twitter
- Kim Byung-man Fan Cafe at Daum (Korean)
- Kim Byung-man at S.M. Culture & Contents (Korean)
- Kim Byung-man at HanCinema
- Kim Byung-man at the Korean Movie Database
- Kim Byung-man at the Internet Movie Database
- Kim Byung-man at the Internet Movie Database