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Comprehensive chronicle of Doh Kyung-soo (D.O.)'s journey to global stardom
Comprehensive chronicle of Doh Kyung-soo (D.O.)'s journey to global stardom
D.O. shines in the remake 'Secret: Untold Melody', proving his acting range ahead of its January 28, 2025 release. Fans of the original and his work eagerly await the film.
"Secret: Untold Melody," starring D.O. in his first leading role for a high-profile remake, is highly anticipated by fans for showcasing his acting versatility.
D.O.'s drama 'Dear Husband of 100 Days' premiered in late 2023, earning strong ratings and topping charts with a 12.2% viewership peak. The actor will reprise his lead role in the 2024 tvN romantic comedy reboot of the series, set to air later this year.
D.O.'s new drama 'Dear Husband of 100 Days' is set to premiere in late 2024, continuing his dual career as a K-pop idol and actor.
D.O.'s drama 'Dear Husband of 100 Days' led the weekly TV chart for the second straight week with a CPI score of 287.2, showcasing its popularity and his strong performance in dual roles, surpassing competitors like 'King of Mask Singer.'
The 14th episode of 'Dear Husband of 100 Days' achieved a 12% viewership, marking tvN's second-highest rating this year, highlighting its popularity and D.O.'s successful lead role as the series approaches its finale.
The finale of the hit series 'Dear Husband of 100 Days,' starring D.O., airs soon, concluding its successful run with a 12.2 percent viewership, followed by the premiere of 'Mama Fairy and the Woodcutter.'
D.O. will star in tvN's 2024 romantic comedy series 'Dear Husband of 100 Days', marking his return to a lead role in the genre.
D.O. lends his voice to Moongchi in 'The Underdog' (2024), marking his voice-acting debut in a film distributed across 69 countries. Despite its global reach, the movie has faced low audience turnout.
D.O. expands his acting and voice work career as his role in 'The Underdog,' released in South Korea and exported to 69 countries, showcases his global impact.
D.O. voices Moongchi in the animated film 'Underdog,' marking his major animated debut, but the film has faced low audience turnout.
D.O. made his TV drama lead debut in 'Dear Husband of 100 Days', a historical romance that premiered on tvN in September 2018. The show dominated ratings for weeks, peaking with a 14.4% finale—tvN’s fourth-highest ever—showcasing his versatility beyond music and film. Its success, driven by strong chemistry and plot, solidified D.O.’s acting prowess just before EXO’s group comeback.
D.O. successfully completed his first TV drama lead role in 'Dear Husband of 100 Days,' marking a key milestone in his acting career beyond music and film.
D.O. debuted his first period drama role at a Seoul press event for 'Dear Husband of 100 Days,' sharing his challenges and thanking the director and co-stars for their support.
"D.O. made his historical drama debut in tvN's 'Dear Husband of 100 Days,' showcasing his versatility as his character navigates a 100-day journey outside the palace."
"D.O.'s drama 'Dear Husband of 100 Days' maintained its top spot for the third week with a CPI of 283.3, showcasing his rising acting influence and the show's strong popularity."
"D.O.'s drama 'Dear Husband of 100 Days' topped the TV chart for a week, credited to its strong plot and lead chemistry."
The finale of 'Dear Husband of 100 Days' achieved a 14.4 percent rating, the fourth-highest for its channel, highlighting D.O.'s successful shift from K-pop idol to acclaimed actor through his dual-role performance.
D.O.'s drama '100 Days My Prince' concluded this week, highlighting his acting growth and coinciding with EXO's full-group comeback.
"Doh Kyung-soo's (D.O.) new historical rom-com 'Dear Husband of 100 Days' topped the weekly TV chart with a CPI score of 281.6, marking a strong debut and successful transition to a leading role."
D.O. stars as a stranded astronaut in the sci-fi film 'The Moon,' directed by Kim Yong-hwa, which premiered on August 2, 2023. The film showcases his acting range and Korea's advanced VFX, drawing attention as a potential box office hit and solidifying his film career.
The sci-fi blockbuster 'The Moon,' starring Doh Kyung-soo (D.O.) as an astronaut stranded on the moon, is set for theatrical release. This marks D.O.'s prominent role in a major Korean space survival drama, directed by Kim Yong-hwa of 'Along with the Gods' fame. The film highlights his versatility, showcases advanced Korean VFX, and has drawn attention as a potential box office hit, following the director's previous successes.
D.O. showcased his acting range in the comedy-action thriller 'Room No. 7', which premiered at the 2023 Bucheon International Fantastic Film Festival. The film’s inclusion in the opening lineup marked a key moment in his transition from K-pop idol to versatile actor.
D.O. showcased his acting versatility in the comedy-action thriller 'Room No. 7' at its world premiere during the Bucheon International Fantastic Film Festival (BiFan), marking a key milestone in his career beyond music/K-pop.
D.O. attended the 26th Busan International Film Festival (BIFF) opening on October 6, 2021, as the festival resumed in-person events post-pandemic. His presence highlighted his rising film career, with the ceremony following strict COVID-19 protocols at the Busan Cinema Center.
D.O. attended the 26th Busan International Film Festival's opening ceremony, marking its near-normal return with strict COVID-19 protocols.
In 2018, EXO's D.O. starred in the lead role of 'Swing Kids', proving his acting chops beyond K-pop. The film, released December 19, highlighted his versatility as both an actor and dancer, boosting his reputation in the industry.
Doh Kyung-soo (D.O.) demonstrated his versatility as an entertainer through his lead role in the 2018 film 'Swing Kids,' reinforcing his success in both acting and music and strengthening his reputation beyond his EXO music career.
D.O.'s debut lead role in 'Swing Kids' marks his transition from K-pop to film, highlighting his acting and dancing versatility.
D.O. delivered a standout performance as a troubled soldier in the hit fantasy films 'Along With the Gods: The Two Worlds' (2017) and its sequel, boosting his acting credentials. His compelling role fueled rumors of a potential lead in a third installment.
Doh Kyung-soo gained acclaim for his supporting role in the successful 'Along With the Gods' films, boosting his reputation and sparking speculation about a potential lead role in a third installment.
Doh Kyung-soo (D.O.) stars in the upcoming movie 'Along With the Gods: The Two Worlds.'
D.O. showcased his acting chops in the hit film 'My Annoying Brother', which premiered in South Korea on November 24, 2016. The movie surpassed 1 million viewers in just five days, proving his success beyond K-pop.
D.O.'s film 'My Annoying Brother' premiered in South Korea, highlighting his acting talent and drawing over 1 million viewers in five days.
'My Annoying Brother' is set to open in local theaters.
D.O. of EXO faced a box office flop with his film 'Unforgettable', drawing just 240,000 viewers—a career stumble despite his idol fame. The underperformance highlights that star power doesn't always translate to commercial success.
D.O.'s film 'Unforgettable' underperformed at the box office, highlighting that singer-actors' popularity doesn't ensure commercial success.
D.O. (Doh Kyung-soo) successfully transitioned from K-pop idol to actor with his debut in the film 'Cart', earning praise and opening doors for future roles like 'Along With the Gods'. This marked the start of his thriving dual career in music and acting.
In 2014, Doh Kyung-soo (D.O.) successfully transitioned from K-pop idol with EXO to actor, making his well-received film debut in 'Cart' and taking early roles that showcased his versatility and paved the way for future acting opportunities like 'Along With the Gods'.
D.O. won Best New Actor at the 38th Blue Dragon Awards for his standout performances in 'Anarchist from Colony' and 'My Annoying Brother', cementing his shift from K-pop idol to acclaimed actor. The November 2017 ceremony in Seoul celebrated his rising talent and career breakthrough.
Doh Kyung-soo (D.O.) won the best new actor award at the 38th Blue Dragon Awards for his role in 'Anarchist from Colony,' marking his successful transition from K-pop idol to actor.
Doh Kyung-soo (D.O.) won his first major film award, Best New Actor at the 38th Blue Dragon Awards, for his role in 'My Annoying Brother,' calling it a once-in-a-lifetime honor.
EXO announced their eighth full-length album 'REVERXE' on January 19, 2025, with D.O. as one of six participating members, marking his return to group activities after a hiatus. The album was released on January 19, 2026, featuring D.O.'s involvement in the lead single 'Crown' and its music video, symbolizing his first studio album participation since 'EXIST' in 2023.
EXO announced their eighth full-length album 'REVERXE', featuring D.O. as one of six participating members, marking his return to group activities after a hiatus, following a fan event preview.
EXO released 'REVERXE' with D.O. participating in the lead single 'Crown' and its music video, marking his return to group activities and first studio album since 2023.
D.O.'s second mini album, 'Expectation', dominated global charts upon its September 18, 2023 release, topping iTunes in 42 regions and leading both the Worldwide iTunes Song Chart and Hanteo Chart. This achievement highlights his soaring solo career and massive international appeal.
D.O.'s second mini album 'Expectation' topped iTunes charts in 42 regions, led global and South Korean charts, and solidified his successful solo career.
EXO released their seventh studio album 'EXIST' in July 2023, marking D.O.'s last group album participation before the two-year gap leading to 'REVERXE' in 2026, highlighting his ongoing commitment to EXO's musical activities.
EXO released 'EXIST', their last studio album before 'REVERXE', serving as a reference point for D.O.'s group activities and the two-year gap between albums.
D.O. launched his solo career in 2021 with two EPs: 'Sympathy' and 'Empathy', the latter featuring his lyrical contribution to the track 'Rose'. These releases highlighted his artistic growth beyond EXO, solidifying his solo identity.
D.O. debuted as a solo artist with his first EP 'Sympathy,' which shaped his musical style and paved the way for his follow-up EP 'Expectation.'
D.O. releases his debut solo EP 'Empathy,' featuring six new tracks and two bonus songs, including his self-penned main track 'Rose,' marking his first independent project since EXO.
EXO made a triumphant return in November 2018 with their fifth album 'Don’t Mess Up My Tempo', featuring D.O.’s comeback after his drama hiatus. The album sold over 1.1 million preorders and was followed by December’s 'Love Shot' repackage, proving his dedication to EXO despite his acting success.
EXO member Doh Kyung-soo contributed to their successful album 'Don't Mess Up My Tempo,' reaffirming his dedication to the group before their repackaged album 'Love Shot.'
EXO's fifth album 'Don't Mess Up My Tempo' marked D.O.'s return to group activities after his drama, showcasing his success in both music and acting, with over 1.1 million preorders sold.
EXO's repackaged album 'Love Shot,' featuring D.O., highlighted his ability to balance music and acting during their year-end promotions.