Get to know 'Black Rider' star Korean actor Kim Ji Soo
South Korean actor Kim Ji Soo is making an appearance in the action drama 'Black Rider.'
After being spotted in the Philippines a few times, it has been confirmed that Ji Soo is making his Philippine drama debut.
He was also in the Philippines back in 2018 for a solo fan meeting.
'Seoul Mates'
He made his acting debut in 2009, became an actor trainee in 2012, and was part of the Filipino independent film 'Seoul Mates' in 2014.
K-drama
He was part of K-drama 'Cheer Up,' 'Mood Lovers: Scarlet Heart Ryeo,' 'Strong Woman Do Bong-soon,' 'The Doctors,' among others.
Surgery
In 2016, he underwent surgery for acute osteomyelitis (inflammation of bone or bone marrow, usually due to infection).
Controversy
A statement from an anonymous person was made in an online forum on March 2, 2021, accusing Ji Soo of bullying during his school years. Ji Soo issued an apology letter to the public while his agency KeyEast took legal action against the people spreading false rumors.
Clarification
In May 2021, Ji Soo's legal representative reportedly said they were able to locate the person spreading rumors about Ji Soo.
The person turned out to be a soldier who recently enlisted. He admitted that everything he said about Ji Soo was false, and personally sent a letter of apology to Ji Soo.