Kim Woo-bin, "I didn't want to cause Kim Hyun-joong trouble"

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Kim Woo-bin became a Hallyu star after changing his name from Kim Hyun-joong.

Kim Woo-bin ranked 6th place in the tvN show "Name List 2015" on the list of people who became famous after changing their name.

"Friends 2", "The Technicians" and "The Heirs" actor Kim Woo-bin's actual name is Kim Hyun-joong just like the actor and singer from the group SS501, Kim Hyun-joong. Kim Woo-bin said he changed his name because he didn't want to cause Kim Hyun-joong any confusion.

Actor turned model Kim Woo-bin started becoming famous once he changed his name. He starred in "A Gentleman's Dignity" as soon as he changed his name and hit it off. He then became a lead actor in "School 2013". He then became a Hallyu star after starring in "The Heirs" and "Friends 2" continuously.

Kim Woo-bin said, "I appreciate the love everyone has given me" during his speech at the end of year awards. He models for more than 10 brands and advertisements in the country alone.

A name scholar said, "The name Kim Hyun-joong is skilled but not enough. Woo-bin is much more active. He'll become even greater with more encouragement".