Jisung (지성) - Dancer / Singer / Rapper (NCT / NCT Dream) Profile & Timeline

About Jisung

Jisung is a South Korean entertainer who is both a critically acclaimed actor and a member of the K-pop group NCT Dream. He is best known for his lead role in the hit 2017 legal thriller 'Defendant' and has continued to star in major television series. Concurrently, he has maintained a successful music career as a permanent member of NCT Dream, participating in multiple album releases and world tours.

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Career Timeline

Comprehensive chronicle of Jisung's journey to global stardom

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Music

Release of 'ISTJ' Album

NCT Dream released their third album 'ISTJ' in July 2023. The 10-track project highlights both the group's musical growth and a key moment in member Jisung's career.

July 2023

NCT Dream's third album 'ISTJ' showcases the group's artistic evolution and Jisung's growth across its 10 tracks.

Pre-release of 'Broken Melodies'

NCT Dream dropped the pre-release single 'Broken Melodies' on June 19, 2023, giving fans a taste of their upcoming album 'ISTJ'. The track builds excitement for the full release while showcasing Jisung and the group's fresh sound.

June 19, 2023

NCT Dream's pre-release of 'Broken Melodies' from their album 'ISTJ' offers a preview to build anticipation for their new music.

Release of 'Best Friend Ever' Japanese Single

NCT Dream debuted in Japan on February 8, 2023, with the single 'Best Friend Ever,' featuring Jisung. The release includes the title track and a Japanese version of 'Glitch Mode,' with its music video premiering on SM Entertainment's YouTube channel two days later.

February 8, 2023

NCT Dream's debut Japanese single 'Best Friend Ever', featuring Jisung, includes the title track and a Japanese version of 'Glitch Mode'.

February 10, 2023

Jisung's participation in NCT Dream's Japanese expansion is highlighted in the 'Best Friend Ever' music video released on SM Entertainment's YouTube channel.

Release of 'Candy' Winter EP

NCT Dream released their winter EP 'Candy' on December 16, 2022, featuring Jisung. This special release built on the success of their 2022 albums 'Glitch Mode' and 'Beatbox', aiming to further boost their sales momentum.

December 16, 2022

NCT Dream, with Jisung, released their winter EP 'Candy', continuing their successful momentum from 2022 with high sales expectations.

Release of 'New Thing' for 'Street Man Fighter'

Zico released "New Thing" on September 6, 2022, as a mission song for Mnet's "Street Man Fighter." The track became a standout part of the show's soundtrack.

September 6, 2022

Zico's 'New Thing' was released as a mission song for Mnet's 'Street Man Fighter'.

Release of 'Glitch Mode' Album

NCT Dream dropped their second full album, 'Glitch Mode,' on March 28, 2022. Member Jisung helped choreograph the title track, infusing it with glitch-inspired movements.

March 28, 2022

NCT Dream's album 'Glitch Mode' includes Jisung's choreography inspired by lagging and errors.

Release of 'Hot Sauce' Album

NCT Dream released their first full album 'Hot Sauce' on May 10, 2021, celebrating Jisung's debut as an adult member. He expressed pride in co-writing lyrics for 'Rainbow', highlighting his artistic growth.

May 10, 2021

NCT Dream's first full album 'Hot Sauce' highlights Jisung's debut as an adult member, showcasing his artistic growth and involvement in co-writing the track 'Rainbow'.

Release of 'Reload' Album

NCT Dream released their five-track album 'Reload' on April 29, 2020, marking their first release in nine months. This preceded the group's restructuring and Jisung's move to a new NCT subunit.

April 29, 2020

NCT Dream's new album 'Reload' is their first release in nine months and serves as a precursor to the group's restructuring and Jisung's move to a new subunit.

Debut with 'Chewing Gum'

Jisung debuted with NCT Dream in 2016, launching his K-pop career with the song "Chewing Gum." Since then, the group has evolved and released numerous hits.

2016

Jisung began his career in NCT Dream by debuting with the song "Chewing Gum."

Film & TV

'Connection' Series Announcement

Ji Sung will star in SBS TV's 2024 crime thriller 'Connection', marking his return to the genre. He will play a detective struggling with drug addiction.

December 11, 2023

Ji Sung returns to thrillers as the lead in SBS's 2024 crime series 'Connection', highlighting his acting range.

'Familiar Wife' Series Premiere

"Familiar Wife," starring Ji Sung as banker Cho Joo-hyuk, premiered on August 1, 2018. The series aired Wednesdays and Thursdays at 9:30 p.m., showcasing Ji Sung in a fresh genre departure.

August 1, 2018

"Familiar Wife" is a 16-episode series starring Ji Sung as banker Cho Joo-hyuk, airing Wednesdays and Thursdays at 9:30 p.m.

'Defendant' Finale Airs with Record Viewership

The finale of 'Defendant' aired on March 21, 2017, drawing a nationwide viewership of 28.3%. It concluded with Ji Sung’s powerful performance as Prosecutor Park Jung-woo, who reclaimed his memory and defeated the antagonist, marking a career highlight.

The finale of 'Defendant' achieved a 28.3% nationwide viewership, concluding with the protagonist reclaiming his memory and defeating the antagonist.

March 21, 2017

The finale of 'Defendant' achieved a 28.3% nationwide viewership, underscoring its popularity and Ji Sung's standout performance.

Series Extension and High Ratings for 'Defendant'

The March 15 episode of 'Defendant' drew 25.4% viewership, topping the ratings. Due to its success, SBS extended the series by two episodes, with Ji Sung praised for his standout performance.

March 15, 2017

Due to high ratings and strong viewer response, 'Defendant' has been extended by two episodes.

Record Viewership for 'Defendant' Episode 12

The March 7 episode of 'Defendant' set a new series record with 24.9% viewership. Driven by Park Jung-woo's prison escape and emotional reunion with his daughter, the show's popularity continues to soar.

March 7, 2017

The 12th episode of 'Defendant' set a series record with 24.9% viewership, driven by Ji Sung's compelling performance and a pivotal prison escape and reunion scene.

'Defendant' CPI Ranking Drop

On January 30, 2017, Ji Sung's thriller 'Defendant' dropped to fifth on the CPI chart, signaling a notable dip in its popularity. No further developments were reported.

January 30, 2017

'Defendant' dropped to fifth on the CPI chart, reflecting a decline in its popularity.

'Defendant' Series Premiere

The legal thriller 'Defendant' premiered on January 23, 2017, starring Ji Sung as Prosecutor Park Jung-woo and debuted with a strong 14.5% viewership. Its immediate success prompted an order for additional episodes, launching a critically acclaimed series.

January 23, 2017

Ji Sung's acclaimed performance in the legal thriller 'Defendant' drove its strong debut with 14.5 percent viewership, prompting additional episodes due to high demand.