Do Kyung-soo (도경수) is a South Korean actor, singer and member of the group EXO under SM Entertainment who debuted last April 8, 2012. He is also one of the member of the sub-unit-group EXO-K. He debuted as a solo artist last August 26, 2021 with his mini "Empathy".
Profile
Real Name
Do Kyung-soo
Nicknames
Nation's First Love (because of his movie 'Pure Love'), Heenjabuja (rich in whites), Kyungja (by Baekhyun & Sehun), Dyo, Kaengsoo, Penguin, R&B Prince.
Spelling
도경수, 都暻秀
Date of Birth
January 12, 1993
Place of Birth
Goyang, Gyeonggi Province, South Korea
Nationality
South Korean
Blood Type
A
Zodiac Sign
Capricorn
Height
173 cm
Genres
Korean Pop
Skills
Singing, beat box
Signature
Biography
Kyungsoo was born on January 12, 1993 in Goyang, Gyeonggi Province, South Korea. Kyungsoo, who is well-known for his singing ability, began singing in primary school. He was an avid participant in local singing competitions throughout his high school career. He was recommended to audition for S.M. in 2010. After winning a local singing competition, entertainment was provided. He was commissioned as an S.M. After performing Na Yoonkwon's "Anticipation" and Browneyed Soul's "My Story" at his audition, he became an entertainment trainee for the last two years of high school. On January 30, 2012, Kyungsoo was formally introduced as the eighth member of EXO.
Discography
Mini Album
Empathy (2021)Filmography
TV Drama
| Year | Name | Channel | Role |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 | To The Beautiful You | SBS | Himself (Cameo, Episode 2) |
| 2014 | It's Okay, That's Love | Han Kang-woo | |
| 2015 | EXO Next Door | Naver TV Cast | Fictionised version of himself |
| Hello Monster | KBS2 | Teenage Lee Joon-young | |
| 2016 | Be Positive | Naver TV Cast | Kim Hwan-dong |
| 2018 | 100 Days My Prince | tvN | Won-deuk/Lee Yool |
| 2019 | Dear My Room | Cameo (episode 11) | |
| 2022 | True Sword Battle | KBS2 | Jin-jeong |
Movie
| Year | Name | Role |
|---|---|---|
| 2014 | Cart | Choi Tae-young |
| 2016 | Pure Love | Beom-sil |
| My Annoying Brother | Go Doo-young | |
| 2017 | The Underdog | Moongchi (voice) |
| Room No.7 | Tae Jung | |
| Along With the Gods: The Two Worlds | Private Won Dong-yeon | |
| 2018 | Along With the Gods: The Last 49 Days | |
| Swing Kids | Roh Ki-soo | |
| TBA | The Moon | Seon-woo |
| The Unspeakable Secret | Yoo-joon |
Awards & Nominations
|
Year |
Award | Category | Work | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 | 53rd Baeksang Arts Awards | Best New Actor (Film) | My Annoying Brother | Nominated |
| 2017 | 53rd Baeksang Arts Awards | Most Popular Actor (Film) | My Annoying Brother | Won |
| 2017 | Korean Film Shining Star Awards | Newcomer Award (Film) | My Annoying Brother | Won |
| 2017 | 13th JIMFF Awards | Star Award | My Annoying Brother | Won |
| 2017 | 38th Blue Dragon Film Awards | Best New Actor | My Annoying Brother | Won |
| 2017 | 2nd Asia Artist Awards | Popularity Award (Actor) | N/A | Won |
| 2016 | 11th Max Movie Awards | Rising Star Award | N/A | Won |
| 2016 | 52nd Baeksang Arts Awards | Most Popular Actor (Film) | Pure Love | Won |
| 2015 | 51st Baeksang Arts Awards | Best New Actor (TV) | It's Okay, That's Love | Nominated |
| 2015 | 10th Max Movie Awards | Best New Actor | Cart | Nominated |
| 2015 | 9th Asian Film Awards | Best Newcomer | Cart | Nominated |
| 2015 | 52nd Grand Bell Awards | Best Supporting Actor | Cart | Nominated |
| 2015 | 52nd Grand Bell Awards | Popularity Award | Cart | Nominated |
| 2014 | 16th Seoul International Youth Film Festival | Best Young Actor | It's Okay, That's Love | Won |
| 2014 | 3rd APAN Star Awards | Best New Actor | It's Okay, That's Love | Won |
Fashion Brands Worn
FENDI, YSL, DIOR, BURBERRY, NIKE, ADIDAS, 424, MARNI, SAINT LAURENT, SUPREME, CHANEL, BALENCIAGA, etc.
Videos
D.O's Facts
- D.O was born in Goyang, Gyeonggi Province, South Korea.
- He is known for being shy and introvert.
- D.O is debuted as main lead on the drama " 100 days my Prince"
- He joined SM Entertainment after winning a singing competition in 2010.
- He forgets things easily.
-He acts as a mother figure to the other members, being sentimental and considerate.
-D.O can speak basic English.
- He is known for having such nice voice.
- His favorite song is Travie McCoy’s “Billionaire” ft. Bruno Mars.
- D.O doesn't do exercise because he hates sweating.
- He is obsessed with cleaning.
D.O is close friends with BtoB’s Lim Hyunsik.
– D.O is close with Jo Insung and Lee Kwangsoo
– D.O is close with Jo Insung and Lee Kwangsoo
- He said that he would have been a chef if he hadn't become a singer.
- D.O appeared in the following Korean films: "Cart" (2014), "Unforgettable/Pure Love" (2016), "My Annoying Brother" (2016), "Along With the Gods: The Two Worlds" (2017), "Room No.7" (2017), and "Swing Kids" (2017). (2018).
- He appeared in the following Korean dramas: "To The Beautiful You" (2012, cameo), "It's Ok, This is Love" (2014), "Hello Monster" (2015- ep. 1-2), "Be Positive" (2016), "100 Days My Prince" (2018), and "Bad Prosecutor" (2018). (2022).
- He loves acting that is why he received so many awards.
- D.O has a matured and short tempered personality.
- He said his ideal type for a woman is someone who eats a lot.
