Kim Jae-joong (Korean: 김재중; born January 26, 1986), also knownmononymously asJaejoong in South Korea andJejung/J-Jun (ジェジュン) in Japan, is a South Korean singer-songwriter, actor and director. He is a member of the Korean duoJX, a former member ofJYJ and was one of the original members ofboy bandTVXQ!, where he was formerly known by the stage nameHero Jae-joong (영웅재중). Since 2013, he has expanded his range of activities as a solo artist, and in 2023, he formed his own agency Inkode, where he serves as the Chief Strategy Officer.
Born inGongju,South Chungcheong Province, he moved toSeoul as a teenager to audition forSM Entertainment. From 2003 to 2010, he was the lead vocalist of South Korean boy bandTVXQ. Later, he sued SM Entertainment along withPark Yoo-chun andKim Jun-su and together they separated from TVXQ to formJYJ. As a solo artist, he has released four Korean studio albums,WWW (2013),No.X (2016),Born Gene (2022) andFlower Garden (2024). The first two reached number one on theGaon Music Chart. In Japan, his three studio albumsFlawless Love (2019),Love Covers (2019), andLove Covers II (2020) all peaked at number one on theOricon Albums Chart. His fourth JapaneseFallinbow was released in November 2022. He has toured extensively in South Korea and Japan.
Kim has acted in TV dramas includingSunao ni Narenakute (2010),Protect the Boss (2011),Dr. Jin (2012),Triangle (2014),SPY (2015),Manhole (2017) andBad Memory Eraser (2024); and in films such asHeaven's Postman (2009) andJackal is Coming (2012). He has branched into hosting with season 1 and 2 ofLifetime Korea'sTravel Buddies (2020, 2021), BS SKY PerfecTV'sJaejoong J! (2021) and has a documentary about his life and career calledJaejoong: On the Road (2021), directed byJohn H. Lee.
Kim was born Han Jae-joon (한재준;韩在俊) inGongju, South Korea. At a young age, he was given up for adoption by his biological mother to the Kim family, and his name was changed to Kim Jae-joong.[2] On November 21, 2006, a man with the surname Han filed a lawsuit against Kim's guardians. Han claimed he was Kim's biological father, and thus wanted parental rights.[3] Han cited the reason for the lawsuit against Kim's legal guardians as "for not going through the proper procedures before registering [Jaejoong] in [the legal guardians'] custody."[4] The first hearing was to be held in Kim's hometown, Gongju, on November 29, 2006, but on November 22 Han dropped the charges against Kim's legal guardians.[5] In reaction to the matter, Kim uploaded a journal entry on his official fan club website, and said that he was informed of the existence of separate biological parents by his mother two or three years ago, and it had been quite a shock to him. With his adoptive mother's support, his biological mother was able to keep in touch with him, and to meet occasionally, but whereabouts of his father had been unknown.[6] He expressed his will to live by the name of Kim Jae-joong, not by his birth name Han Jae-jun (한재준).[6]
When Kim was fifteen, he moved toSeoul by himself in order to take part in the auditions held bySM Entertainment. Life in Seoul was financially difficult and he took various odd jobs to pay for rent, food, and training fees; and even appeared as an extra in movies.[7] In an interview, he admitted he used to be tone-deaf in primary school and was frequently ridiculed for his dream of becoming a singer, but managed to overcome it through practicing alone.[8]
Kim attended Gongju Jungdong Elementary School (중동초등학교), Kongju National University Middle School (공주대학교 사범대학 부설중학교), Kongju Information High School (공주정보고등학교) and then dropped out in 2001. He enrolled Hanam High School (하남고등학교) in 2005[9] and Kyung Hee Cyber University (경희사이버대학교), majoring in Digital Media Engineering.[10]
In 2001, at fifteen years old, Kim auditioned forS.M. Entertainment and was accepted into the agency. From 2003 to 2010, he was the lead vocalist of South Korean boy bandTVXQ. After TVXQ went on hiatus in early 2010, he and two other fellow band membersYoochun andJunsu formed a new trio boy group, initially known as JUNSU/JEJUNG/YUCHUN in Japan.
Kim sang the solo track "Maze" for the fifth and final single of the TVXQ/Tohoshinki's Trick Project, "Keyword/Maze".[11] Jaejoong wrote and composed "Wasurenaide" (忘れないで,lit. Don't Forget) which was included on TVXQ/Tohoshinki's twenty-fifth single "Bolero/Kiss the Baby Sky/Wasurenaide."[12][13] The song was also on their fourth Japanese albumThe Secret Code, along with the songs "9095" and "9096" which were also composed by Kim. The song, "忘れないで" was used in a television advertisement for cosmetics in Japan.[14]
Apart from his activities as a member of TVXQ, he sang "Insa" (인사, Greeting) for the soundtrack ofA Millionaire's First Love (2006).[15] Kim collaborated withThe Grace for the Japanese version of their song "Just for One Day", which was featured on theirfifth Japanese single and their debut album,Graceful 4 (2007).[16] Kim sang "Love" for the soundtrack of the filmHeaven's Postman (2009) in which he starred as the male lead.
In 2009 Kim, Junsu and Yoochun, started a lawsuit against their agency,SM Entertainment, and separated from TVXQ, soon founding their own band,JYJ.[17] On September 30, 2009, Kim and bandmate Yoochun released a self-composed single "Colors (Melody and Harmony)/Shelter." The A-side track, Colors (Melody and Harmony), was used as the image song forHello Kitty's thirty-fifth anniversary. Jaejoong and Yoochun also participated in m-flo's albumm-flo TRIBUTE -maison de m-flo, singing the track "Been So Long".[18]
Their debut Japanese languageEPThe... was released in September 2010, and their first concert DVD fromTokyo Dome Thanksgiving Live in Dome both reached No. 1 on the JapaneseOricon album and DVD charts. The group's English language debut album,The Beginning was released in October 2010, featuringKanye West.
In January 2011, they released a Korean EP,Their Rooms "Our Story", with three of Kim's own compositions, "Pierrot" (삐에로), "Nine" and "I.D.S.". In April he toured Asia and North America with JYJ, and later South America and Europe. He was also stage director of the Asian leg of the tour.[19] In September the band released a studio album calledIn Heaven, which sold 350,000 copies and ranked first on theGaon charts. He composed two new songs for the album, "In Heaven" and "Get Out".[20] Kim composed "In Heaven" in memory of his good friend,Park Yong-ha, who committed suicide.[21]
Apart from his activities as a member of JYJ, he also sang "Found You" and "For you It's Separation, For me It's Waiting" for the soundtrack of the television dramaSungkyunkwan Scandal (2010), "I'll Protect You" forProtect the Boss (2011), and "Living Like A Dream" forDr. Jin (2012).[22] "Living Like a Dream" was awarded the Best Hallyu Drama OST at theSeoul International Drama Awards.[23]
On January 17, 2013, Kim released his first solo Korean EP titledI, a rock-themed album which Kim penned all the lyrics.[24][25] The album debuted at the top of both the Hanteo and Gaon weekly charts in Korea.[26] It was also met with resounding success throughout Asia, topping Taiwan's Five Music's Korean and Japanese music chart, Japan's Shinseido weekly chart[27] and Yin Yue Tai's V chart for K-pop.[28] It also topped the iTunes rock charts in nine countries.[29][30] Additionally, the pre-released single "One Kiss" and lead single "Mine" topped both domestic charts and foreign charts, including a German Asian music chart.[31][32] On January 26 and 27, Kim held two days of special concerts at the KINTEX Ilsan to celebrate the launch of the album, as well as his birthday.[33] Kim then released a repackaged version of his album, titledY which consists of contains two additional tracks: "Only Love" and "Kiss B".[34] The album was met with success and sold 50,000 copies upon release.[35]
His first full-length Korean solo album,WWW was released on October 29, 2013.[36] A single titled "Sunny Day" was released ahead of the album and topped the iTunes EP chart in Japan.[37] A repackaged version of the album,WWW: Remove Makeup was subsequently released in January 2014 and included the title track "Heaven", a pop ballad with label-mateGummy.[38] To promote his first album, Kim embarked on his first Asia tour which traveled to regional countries like Japan, Taiwan and China.[39]
He sang "But I" (싫어도) and "Coincidence" (우연) for the dramaTriangle (2014) in which he also starred.[40][unreliable source?] In July 2014, as a member of JYJ, they would release their first studio album in three years,Just Us. The band reached the music charts with the song, "Back Seat".[41]
Prior to his military enlistment in 2015, Kim recorded the songs for his second Korean solo album,No.X, which was released on February 12, 2016.[42][unreliable source?][43] It topped iTunes charts of 39 countries around the world upon its release, and was named the most popular K-pop album in China for 2016.[44] He completed his military service in December 2016 and returned to the entertainment industry with his acting performance inManhole (2017).[45]
Kim released his first Japanese single "Sign / Your Love" on June 27, 2018.[46] On October 24, 2018, he released his second Japanese single, "Defiance" / "Lavender".[47] Both singles would be certified gold (selling over 100,000 copies) by theRecording Industry Association of Japan.[48] Those two songs would be featured on his first Japanese album,Flawless Love which was released on April 10, 2019.[48] The album would be the first time he topped the Oricon Weekly Album Rankings as a solo artist with its debut.[48][49] He promoted the album in Japan during his tour entitledThe Jaejoong Arena Tour 2019 – Flawless Love.[48] His second Japanese album,Love Covers, was released on September 25, 2019, and debuted at number one on the Oricon Weekly Album Rankings.[50] The album was awarded the Planning Award at the61st Japan Record Awards and the "Best 3 Albums (Asia)" award at the 34thJapan Gold Disc Award.[51][52]
On January 14, 2020, Kim released his first Korean album in four years with the EPLove song (애요), along with its lead single "Tender Love".[53] Following the EP's release, the cities and dates for his Asia Tour 2020 was announced.[54] However, the tour dates were postponed due to COVID-19 concerns.[55]
He released his third Japanese single on March 10, 2020, "Brava!! Brava!! Brava!!" which debuted at number one on the Oricon weekly chart.[56] It was the opening theme song forSmile Down the Runway.[56] His third Japanese album,Love Covers II was released on July 29, 2020, and debuted at number one on the Oricon weekly chart.[57] It was announced on August 30, 2020, that he would be singing the opening theme song forNoblesse, entitled "BREAKING DAWN" which was written and produced byHyde.[58] The song will have an English, Korean and Japanese version.[58] His Japanese tour,J-JUN LIVE TOUR 2020~BREAKING DAWN~, originally planned for October 2020 was postponed until Spring of 2021 due to theCOVID-19 pandemic in Japan.[59] On September 18, 2020, Kim released "Even If I Call You" for theMr. Heart (2020) web drama, marking his first Korean soundtrack performance in six years.[60] He soon followed that Korean soundtrack performance with another as he released "Things We Should Love" for the soundtrack of the Korean dramaPrivate Lives on October 28, 2020.[61]
On September 13, 2022, Kim released his first Korean full-length album in six years titledBorn Gene.[64] His Asian Tour to promote the album includes stops in Seoul, Kuala Lumpur and Bangkok.[64] He is also releasing a Japanese album,Fallinbow on November 9, 2022, which will then be followed up with a Japanese tour.[65] On October 30, C-JeS Entertainment It was announced that Kim has urgently decided to cancel the Japan concert due to the aftermath of theItaewon Halloween crowd crush.[66]
In April 2023, C-Jes Studio announced that Kim's contract would expire on April 22.[67] on May 4, 2023, he announced the creation of his own agency Inkode. Inkode would focus on producing new idols and managing Kim's activities, with Kim serving as theCSO.[68] Noh Hyun-tae, the former vice president ofCube Entertainment, will serve as theCEO.[68]
The first teaser of Kim's newYouTube series, Jae Friends (Korean:재친구;RR:Jaechingu), was published on July 20, 2023,[69] and the first episode featuringTablo ofEpik High aired on July 27, 2023.
Kim released his fourth Korean albumFlower Garden in June 2024, celebrating his 20th anniversary as a musician.[70] Having not appeared on any Korean music shows since his legal battle withSM Town, it was announced that Kim would be a music performer forInkigayo after a 16-year absence on August 11, 2024.[70] He also returned to acting after a seven-year break withBad Memory Eraser (2024) airing onMBN.[70]
Inkode announced their first girl group,Say My Name, with Kim serving as the group's executive producer.[71][72] The group debuted on October 16, 2024, with theireponymous extended play, in which Kim solely wrote one of the album's tracks "Goldilocks Water".[73][74][75]
On September 6, 2024, at 12 AM KST, the two remainingJYJ members, Kim Jae-joong andXia Jun-su, unveiled a teaser for their continued collaborative venture,JX[76][unreliable source?]—which stands for Jae Joong and XIA—, on their newly created jointsocial media account. The teaser features a voice-over narration by the duo, emphasising their longstanding support for each other amidst the challenges and hinting at a new chapter in their journey.[77] Following the debut of the duo, the announcement of an upcoming concert <IDENTITY> inKSPO Dome from November 8–10 was revealed.[78][unreliable source?][79][unreliable source?]
Prior to his debut as a singer, Kim worked as an extra, playing a soldier in filmTaegeukgi. Along with the other members of TVXQ, he acted in television programmes,Banjun Theater andVacation.[80][81]
In November 2009, Kim co-starred withHan Hyo-joo in the joint Korean-Japanese telecinemaHeaven's Postman as a young man who delivers letters written by the living to the dead and helps lingering ghosts settle their earthly affairs.[82] This was followed by a leading role inFuji TV'sJapanese television dramaSunao ni Narenakute in September 2010.[83] In August 2011, he starred in his first South Korean television series,Protect the Boss withChoi Kang-hee andJi Sung. He played the role of seemingly a perfect director known for his business acumen, who becomes frustrated and fight against the constraints in his life.[84]
In May 2012, he starred in historical fusion dramaDr. Jin withSong Seung-heon. He played the role of a high-ranking officer of the police force ofJoseon Dynasty, who is an illegitimate son of the Joseon era's Prime Minister and his concubine.[85][86] This was his first time acting in asageuk, and he was praised for his performance.[87] The same year, Kim made his big screen debut in the action comedy filmJackal is Coming playing aHallyu star who is kidnapped by an assassin (played by labelmateSong Ji-hyo).[88] His comical acting in the film drew positive reception from fans.[89]
In May 2014, Kim starred inMBC's dramaTriangle as a man who grows up to become a lowlife gangster.[90] His performance won the "Top Excellence Award, Actor" at the 7thKorea Drama Awards in October the same year.[91] In January 2015, Kim starred inKBS2's thrillerSPY as a genius analyst working for South Korea's National Intelligence Service.[92] The drama is based on the Israeli dramaThe Gordin Cell, modified to depict North/South Korean relations.[93][94] In 2017, Kim was cast inKBS2's time-slip dramaManhole, as a man who travels back and forth through time to stop a wedding from taking place.[95]
For the first time in 10 years, Kim returned to entertainment shows in South Korea with his appearance as a panelist for season 2 ofTaste of Love in 2019.[96] In 2020, Kim hosted a travel series where he ventured to Argentina alone to befriend strangers for Lifetime Korea'sTravel Buddies which aired 10 episodes from February 8, 2020, to April 2, 2020.[96][97] During a press conference, Kim stated, "We all shared similar worries. We mostly talked about the ways to unfold our life and attain goals. I believe many viewers would empathize with us. Through the conversations, I reflected upon my bygone days and deeply thought about my future. Thus, the trip was not merely about playing and entertaining to me".[97] Kim is filming season 2 ofTravel Buddies which will take place in South Korea.[98] The airing is scheduled from the end of April to the beginning of May 2021.[98] On March 29, 2021, Kim debuted his 6-episode variety show calledジェジュンJ! (Jaejoong J!) which was broadcast in Japan on channel BS SKY PerfecTV.[99][100]
In the summer of 2021, Kim will have a documentary released about his life and career calledJaejoong: On the Road, directed byJohn H. Lee.[101][102] In 2022, Kim was cast as the lead male role in the Korean television dramaBad Memory Eraser co-starringJin Se-yeon.[103] He guest starred in the third episode of the television adaptation of the mangaWaru - Who said it's not cool to work?, for which he also sang the theme song.[104]
Kim served as executive director for the Asian leg of JYJ's 2011 Worldwide Tour.[19] He also participated in the directing team for the 2011 LG Whisen Rhythmic All Stars.[105]
Kim helped launch Moldir, a Korean fashion brand that opened in September 2013.[106] C-JeS Entertainment, his management, noted that Kim "has his own distinctive fashion and artistic sense. He will take it to a more serious level with his new role as an art director".[107] He owned the largest number of shares in the company and served as the art director until it "closed for restructuring" due to COVID-19 issues in March 2020.[108] Kim is also known for his cooking ability and has released two cookbooks,Romantic Recipes volume 1 and volume 2.[109] The first volume was released on July 25, 2018, and featured French cuisine and was written in Japanese.[109] The second volume was released on August 7, 2019, featuring Korean dishes and was published in Korean and Japanese.[110] He credits his mother, who owned a restaurant, with inspiring him to become skilled at cooking.[111]
Kim returning from his military service
Kim enlisted in the army on March 31, 2015, the first five weeks spent for his mandatory basic training at the1st Infantry Division (Republic of Korea) recruit training center in Gwangtan-myeon,Paju,Gyeonggi province.[112] He later ended up as the top recruit among the 244 in his batch, earning the Excellence Award during the graduation ceremony. He was under the 55th Infantry Division inCheoin District,Yongin to serve as an active-duty soldier for 21 months and was also a member of themilitary band.[113] He wasdischarged on December 30, 2016.[114]
OnApril 1, 2020 during theCOVID-19 pandemic in South Korea, Kim posted on his Instagram account claiming that he has tested positive for COVID-19 due to him "[living] carelessly, disregarding all of the cautions provided by the government."[115] An hour later, Kim posted an apology on his Instagram that the diagnosis was not true, which drew outrage from fans.[116] He further explained his reasoning for the initial post was to raise awareness of the dangers of the virus, noting he personally knows individuals who have been infected and his father recently underwent lung cancer surgery.[117]
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