9 things you probably don't know about heartthrob so ji sub

So Ji Sub

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Having just finished his Asia tour promoting his latest drama, My Secret Terrius, we’re still upset So Ji Sub didn’t include Singapore on the list.

 It’s been two long years since he last dropped by, but his popularity with the swooning masses has not dimmed, what with breakout roles in dramas like Master’s Sun and Oh My Venus.

Here are nine facts you should know about him, because there’s no such thing as #TMI when it comes to our favourite celebs.

1. He was a member of the national water polo team

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Before he became an actor, So Ji Sub trained to be professional swimmer for 11 years (no wonder he's got such a hot bod).

He was so good that he actually participated in the Korean National Games and placed 3rd overall.

If you can believe it, his parents first encouraged him to take up swimming because he was too frail!

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2. He supports women’s rights

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He doesn’t hesitate when it comes to his stand on women's rights.

When asked about the recent #MeToo movement and his thoughts on Feminism, he said immediately, “ I support the people who have bravely made their voices heard, I think that everyone needs to make an effort to change things and create a better world.”

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3. He's known to be a gentleman

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A reporter has called So Ji Sub the “icon of sincerity and consideration” because he always shows up at filming sites at least half an hour early. He’s known to be especially considerate to his co-stars and staff on set.

His Oh My Venus co-star, Super Junior-M’s Henry, even jokingly said this makes it frustrating to work with him because it makes other actors look bad.

Plus 100 points indeed.

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4. He’s an author too

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So Ji Sub released his photo-essay collection, So Ji-Sub’s Journey, covering stories of his career and life on the road.  

The usually stoic actor revealed his inner thoughts throughout the book, laying it all out there for his fans.

Within ten days of its release, the book hit the bestseller list, and entered its third printing.

Is there nothing this suave actor can’t do?

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5. His favourite number is 51

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He says there’s a huge difference between 49 and 51, and he aims towards 51 per cent of everything.

No prizes for guessing why he named his one-man entertainment agency 51K.

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6. . He’s the first Korean actor to have a road named after him

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This one’s for the books.

So Ji Sub was named the goodwill ambassador of Gangwon Province in a bid to boost its tourism, and a 51km (how apt) trail named “So Ji Sub Road” was unveiled to the public in May 2012.

Die-hard fans should add the road to their travel bucket list.

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7. He’s a rapper

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So Ji Sub first got into the entertainment industry because he wanted to model beside his hip-hop hero, Kim Sung Jae, kickstarting his career.

It’s no wonder that he’s left his own mark on the music scene.

He released a rap single titled 'So Ganzi' in July 2015, his deep and sexy voice calling out his haters with style.

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8. He’s taken

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Step back ladies, he has a girlfriend! In May 2019, So Ji Sub admitted to being in a serious relationship with entertainment reporter, Jo Eun Jung.

The pair first met during So Ji Sub's 'One Night of Entertainment' interview. They have since been spotted on cute dates and coffee runs!

He even wrote a sincere letter to his fans and hoped they would continue to support him.

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9. He owns a successful cafe

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As if So Ji Sub hasn’t proven that he’s more than capable, he also helms a cafe, Twosome Place by 51K.

He actively participated in bringing the cafe to life, from furnishing it to developing the menu.

His menu items that are sold only in his cafe are so popular that they were marketed nationwide.

This officially confirms it, this handsome actor can do anything and be successful.

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