Nam Joo-hyuk, 1994
Actors · February 22, 1994
Nam Joo-hyuk
★ HOW OLD IS NAM JOO-HYUK?
Nam Joo-hyuk is 32 years old, born February 22, 1994 in South Korea · Pisces.
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About
Nam Joo-hyuk transitioned from modeling into K-drama dominance, anchoring hits like Weightlifting Fairy Kim Bok-joo and Twenty-Five Twenty-One. Born February 22, 1994, in South Korea, he made his screen debut in 2014 and secured Forbes 30 Under 30 recognition in 2021. A Pisces, his emotional range defines his on-screen presence.
★ FEATURE
Biography
Nam Joo-hyuk built a career spanning modeling, television, and film after his 2014 screen debut in The Idle Mermaid. He gained mainstream traction through the high-school drama Who Are You: School 2015 and the sports-romance Weightlifting Fairy Kim Bok-joo, both released in the mid-2010s. His film career launched in 2018 with The Great Battle, followed by the entrepreneurship drama Start Up and the time-spanning romance Twenty-Five Twenty-One, which solidified his status as a leading man in Korean television. In 2021, he was named to Forbes' 30 Under 30 list—recognition of his rapid ascent within the industry. As a South Korean actor and model, Nam operates within an occupation that demands both on-camera charisma and commercial appeal. Born under Pisces, his roles often emphasize emotional vulnerability and romantic tension. A Life Path 11, he embodies the visionary archetype—channeling idealistic characters who navigate personal growth and interpersonal stakes.
★ ORIGIN
Before Fame
Nam Joo-hyuk began as a model and appeared in several music videos before his 2014 television debut. This pathway—from commercial and video work into scripted drama—mirrors a common entry point for South Korean on-screen talent, allowing him to build visual recognition and on-set discipline before securing leading roles.
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Trivia
- He made his film debut in 2018 with The Great Battle, six years after first appearing on screen.
- Weightlifting Fairy Kim Bok-joo, released in 2016, marked the turning point that shifted him from supporting to lead-carrying roles.
- Forbes named him to its 30 Under 30 list in 2021, placing him among Asia's most influential young entertainers.
★ SIDEBAR
Numerology
LIFE-PATH NUMBER
Master Number — The Visionary
11 carries the qualities of 2 amplified. Highly intuitive, often associated with thought leaders and trend-setters in their fields.
★ ALL LIFE-PATH 11 CELEBS →★ ASTROLOGY
Birthday compatibility
By Chinese zodiac — san-he trine for best matches, opposing pair for the most friction-prone.
HIGHLY COMPATIBLE
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- Kerris DorseyTiger · 1998
- Declan McKennaTiger · 1998
- Emily FairnTiger · 1998
CHALLENGING
- Griffin GluckDragon · 2000
- Jade Pettyjohn
★ FAQ
Frequently asked
- How old is Nam Joo-hyuk?
- Nam Joo-hyuk is 32 years old (born February 22, 1994).
- When is Nam Joo-hyuk's birthday?
- Nam Joo-hyuk was born on February 22, 1994.
- What is Nam Joo-hyuk's zodiac sign?
- Nam Joo-hyuk is a Pisces, born February 22, 1994.
- What is Nam Joo-hyuk's Chinese zodiac sign?
- Nam Joo-hyuk was born in 1994, the year of the Wood Dog.
- Where is Nam Joo-hyuk from?
- Nam Joo-hyuk is from South Korea.
- What does Nam Joo-hyuk do?
- Nam Joo-hyuk is a actor.
- Is Nam Joo-hyuk still alive?
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