Lee Jun-young
Biography
Lee Jun-young, born on January 22, 1997, in Seoul, South Korea, is a South Korean singer, rapper, and actor. Also known by the stage name Jun, he has established a career that spans music, television, and film. Recognized for his versatility, he has been described as a hexagonal trendsetter due to his involvement in musical theatre, dance, variety programs, art exhibitions, and hosting. His professional presence is noted for his physical precision and screen charisma. Lee Jun-young maintains a dual career, balancing his background as a K-pop idol with his work as a screen actor, earning him recognition as a successful transitioner within the South Korean entertainment industry.
Career overview
Lee Jun-young debuted in 2014 as a member of the boy band U-KISS. He later participated in the 2017–2018 survival program The Unit, where he won a position as the center and main vocalist of the project group UNB. Beyond his musical contributions, he has built a significant acting portfolio. His television credits include roles in the Netflix series D.P. (2021), Mask Girl (2023), The Impossible Heir, When Life Gives You Tangerines (2025), and Weak Hero Class 2 (2025). He has also appeared in the television drama Goodbye to Goodbye.
In addition to his television work, Lee Jun-young has appeared in feature films, including Brave Citizen and Badland Hunters. With 43 known credits, he is regarded as a compelling figure in the industry, frequently noted for his intense charisma and ability to portray diverse characters. His career trajectory reflects a steady evolution from his origins in the music industry to his current status as a recognized actor in both domestic and international streaming productions. He continues to balance his musical projects with an expanding list of acting roles.
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- Reborn Rookie (2026) as Hwang Jun-hyeon / Kang Yong-ho
- Four Hands, Two Sonatas (2026) as Choi Jeong-yo
- When Life Gives You Tangerines (2025) as Park Yeong-bum
- Melo Movie (2025) as Hong Si-joon
- Sixth Sense: City Tour (2025) as Self
- YOO Got a Minute? (2025)
- Tokyo Taxi (2025) as Kim Yeong-gi
- Pump Up the Healthy Love (2025) as Do Hyeon-joong
- 2025 MBC 대학가요제 (2025)
- Badland Hunters (2024) as Choi Ji-wan
- The Impossible Heir (2024) as Kang In-ha
- Dreaming of a Freaking Fairy Tale (2024) as Moon Cha-min
- The Seasons (2023) as Self
- Salon Drip (2023) as Self
- Brave Citizen (2023) as Han Su-gang
- Mask Girl (2023) as Choi Bu-young
- Hong Seok-cheon's Jewelry Box (2023) as Self
- Weak Hero (2022) as Geum Seong-je
- May I Help You? (2022) as Kim Tae-hee
- Lean on Me (2022)
- Love and Leashes (2022) as Jung Ji-Hoo
- D.P. (2021) as Jeong Hyeon-min
- Imitation (2021) as Kwon Ryok
- Imitation (2021) Theme Song Performance
- Kingdom: Legendary War (2021) as Self - Guest
- Let Me Be Your Knight (2021) as Yoon Tae-in
- Please Don't Date Him (2020) as Jung Kook-Hee
- Good Casting (2020) as Kang Woo-Won
- How Do You Play? (2019) as Self
- Class of Lies (2019) as Yoo Beom-Jin
- Amazing Saturday (2018) as Self
- The Manager (2018) as Self
- Movie Room (2018) as Self
- Goodbye to Goodbye (2018) as Han Min-Soo
- UNB in Japan: OND (2018) as Self
- The Unit: Idol Rebooting Project (2017) as Self - Contestant
- Avengers Social Club (2017) as Lee Soo-Gyum
- A Special Meal of the Weirdo 'Nara' (2017) as Pyeon Dol I
- After School Club (2013) as Self
- Law of the Jungle (2011)
- Running Man (2010)
- More Painful Than Sadness
- Who Are You as Lee Tae-joo
- Sinner