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Comprehensive chronicle of Bae's journey to global stardom
Comprehensive chronicle of Bae's journey to global stardom
Nmixx made their Billboard 200 debut with their first EP, "Expergo," released on March 20, 2023. This milestone marked a major breakthrough for the group's career.
Nmixx released their first EP 'Expergo', which later debuted on the Billboard 200 chart.
Bae Jin-young debuted as a member of Nmixx on February 22, 2022, with their first single "Ad Mare." The group quickly rose to fame, selling over 1 million albums in their debut year.
Bae Jin-young debuted as a member of Nmixx with their first single 'Ad Mare'.
Nmixx's albums accumulated over 1 million copies in sales in 2022.
Bae debuted as a member of Nmixx with the single 'Ad Mare'.
Bae Jin-young launched his music career in August 2017 as a member of the popular boy group Wanna One. This debut marked the beginning of his journey in the K-pop industry.
Bae Jin-young debuted as a member of Wanna One.
Bae Doo-na returns to lighthearted roles in 'Virus,' released May 7, 2025 after a pandemic delay. This shift from intense series like 'Kingdom' and 'Stranger' showcases her genre versatility.
Bae Doo-na returns to a lighthearted role in the film 'Virus,' which is finally being released locally after pandemic-related delays.
Bae Doona made a powerful return to Korean cinema in 2016 with the blockbuster 'Tunnel,' which quickly drew over 6 million viewers and dominated the box office. The film's success, both domestically and later internationally at the Locarno Film Festival, reinforced her status as a leading actress in high-profile projects.
Bae Doona's return to Korean cinema in the film 'Tunnel' underscores her selective role choices and the movie's unique disaster narrative.
The film "Tunnel," starring Bae Doona, reached 5 million viewers in just 12 days, securing its top box office spot and highlighting its rapid success.
In 2016, Bae Doona's film "Tunnel" became the sixth Korean movie to exceed 6 million viewers, cementing her status as a bankable star and demonstrating its box office dominance.
"Tunnel," starring Bae Doona, remained the top-grossing film for the fourth straight weekend, highlighting its widespread appeal and her key role in its success.
Bae Doona's film 'The Tunnel' has been selected for the prestigious Piazza Grande section at the Locarno International Film Festival, highlighting its quality and potential.
Choi Hang-yong’s 2014 short film "The Silent Sea" inspired the 2021 Netflix series starring Bae Doona, who was drawn to the project by the director’s vision. The show became a global hit, topping non-English charts with 47.8 million hours watched and cementing Bae’s status as a streaming star.
Bae joined the 2021 Netflix series "The Silent Sea" after gaining confidence in the director from the original short film.
Bae Doo-na's Netflix series 'The Silent Sea' premiered and quickly topped the charts.
Bae's performance in 'The Silent Sea' helped it become Netflix's most-watched non-English TV show, maintaining top viewership in multiple countries through early January 2022.
'The Silent Sea' amassed 47.8 million viewing hours, cementing its global success and Bae's status as a leading actress in international streaming.
In 2021, Bae Chang-ho directed the sixth Ulju Mountain Film Festival, which debuted in spring with the theme 'My Green Mountain.' The event showcased 146 films from 43 countries, offering a hopeful and refreshing shift from its traditional fall schedule.
The sixth Ulju Mountain Film Festival, directed by Bae Chang-ho, is being held for the first time in spring with the theme 'My Green Mountain,' featuring 146 films from 43 countries.
From 2019 to 2020, Bae Doo-na starred in the hit series 'Kingdom,' showcasing her dramatic range and cementing her status in international projects. Her performance highlighted her versatility in intense roles.
Bae Doo-na's role in 'Kingdom' reinforced her reputation as a versatile actress skilled in intense dramas.
Bae Jin-young launched his K-pop career in April 2017 as a contestant on Mnet's 'Produce 101 Season 2.' His success on the show led him to join the popular boy group Wanna One.
Bae Jin-young's participation in 'Produce 101 Season 2' launched his career as an idol.
In 2017, Bae Doo-na starred in the hit series 'Stranger,' cementing her status as a leading actress in Korean cinema and television. Her compelling performance highlighted her dramatic range and solidified her prominence in the industry.
Bae Doo-na's role in 'Stranger' solidified her status as a leading actress in Korean cinema and television.
In 2014, Bae starred in the Hollywood sci-fi film 'Jupiter Ascending,' cementing her status as an international actress. This role highlighted her versatility in high-budget productions and expanded her already diverse global portfolio.
Bae's role in 'Jupiter Ascending' solidified her international status by showcasing her versatility in high-budget sci-fi.
In 2012, Bae made her Hollywood debut in 'Cloud Atlas' as a genetically engineered clone, successfully transitioning from Korean to international cinema. This role expanded her global career and initially made her skeptical of Korea’s sci-fi potential, though she later found satisfaction in projects like 'The Silent Sea'.
Bae's Hollywood debut in 'Cloud Atlas' as a genetically engineered clone boosted her international fame and opened doors for future Western collaborations.
Bae's experience on 'Cloud Atlas' initially made her doubt Korea's sci-fi capabilities due to budget issues, but she was ultimately satisfied with 'The Silent Sea'.
Bae's 2009 role in the Japanese film 'Air Doll' launched her international career. It demonstrated her acting range beyond Korean cinema and remains a standout early achievement.
Bae's role in the Japanese film 'Air Doll' marked a significant step in her international career by demonstrating her acting versatility beyond Korean cinema.
In 2006, Bae Doona starred in the hit Korean sci-fi film 'The Host,' cementing her status as a leading actress. This breakthrough role paved the way for her successful transition to Hollywood and international projects.
Bae Doona's starring role in the hit film 'The Host' established her as a leading Korean actress and paved the way for her international career.
Bae Yong-joon's 2002 drama 'Winter Sonata' ignited the Korean Wave in Japan, transforming negative cultural stereotypes into widespread appreciation. The series sparked a Korean food boom and became a cultural phenomenon across Asia, cementing it as one of his most iconic roles.
In 2002, Bae Yong-joon's role in the culturally influential Korean drama 'Winter Sonata' sparked a Korean food and culture boom in Japan, shifting perceptions from negative stereotypes to appreciation, and significantly elevated his popularity across Asia, making it his most iconic role.
In 1960, Bae rose to fame as South Korea's top comedian with his slapstick "Bae the Weak" persona. His performances brought joy and energy to audiences during a period of military rule, cementing his lasting legacy in Korean comedy.
Bae became South Korea's leading comedian during military rule, using his slapstick humor and 'Bae the Weak' persona to bring laughter and establish a lasting cultural legacy.
Bae Doona won Best Actress at the 2015 Asian Film Awards for her role in 'A Girl at My Door'. Her powerful portrayal of a police officer protecting an abused girl earned her the prestigious honor.
Bae Doona won the Best Actress award at the ninth Asian Film Awards for her role in 'A Girl at My Door'.