From exceptional performance and diversity of characters, Ju Ji Hoon has captivated the public with his extraordinary acting ability as one of South Korea's top stars!

His entry into the industry was accidental, driven by his desire to excel in every performance.

Here are 10 things you probably didn't know about this talented actor who is taking the internet by storm with his recent performance in the hit Netflix series 'The Trauma Code: Heroes on Call.'

Accidental Start in Acting

Ju Ji Hoon started as a model for international brands like Calvin Klein and Levi's. Acting came to him by accident when his manager showed his photo to the director who felt he had potential.

Breakthrough with Princess Hours

Ju first appeared in the drama hit Princess Hours in 2006, playing the role of the crown prince. Even though he faced difficulties at first, like backlash from fans of the original comic, he managed to win audiences over with his acting.

Dedicated to His Roles

The actor prepares extensively for his roles. He took classical piano lessons for Five Fingers, ate only chicken, and worked out for three hours a day to lose 11 pounds for The Devil.

Dark Figure of Crime — Method Acting

To play a convict in Dark Figure of Crime, Ju even asked to shave his head and go bare-faced. His dedication also lent a sense of realism to the film, which earned him awards.

Injuries on Set

Ju broke his finger in a Kingdom Season 2 scene during a fight. He managed to wrap up the strenuous shoot despite suffering the injury but left the crew as well as the viewers stunned.

Love for Nature

His love of hiking and climbing influenced his part in Jirisan. Likewise, the drama's scriptwriter said that she had cast him partly because he likes mountains, which helped him collaborate with the rookie ranger role.

Bike Riding for Fitness

Throughout the summer leading up to filming Jirisan, Ju was preparing for the physically demanding role by riding his bike and hiking in the national park where the drama was filmed.

Military Service

Ju fulfilled mandatory military duty in 2010, which included five weeks of basic training. He was greeted by over 500 fans upon his return to civilian life in 2011.

Warm Family Support

Although he mentioned having conservative parents, Ju shared some tender stories of how they supported him. He remembers his mother once coming with a pile of papers for him to sign after seeing him do an on-air update.

His Ideal Partner

Ju likes a partner who is independent and gives him time to be alone, which indicates that his principle is about keeping a separate identity. He has previously said that he would only get married for love.