Kim Soo-hyun's Success and Achievements in Timeline

By Popular Timelines Editorial Team · Updated: March 12, 2025

A success timeline featuring the most significant achievements of Kim Soo-hyun.

Kim Soo-hyun is a highly acclaimed and one of the highest-paid South Korean actors. He has won several awards, including five Baeksang Arts Awards, two Grand Bell Awards, and one Blue Dragon Film Award. His recognition extends beyond awards, as he's been featured in Forbes' Power Celebrity 40 and 30 Under 30 Asia lists, and was selected as Gallup Korea's Television Actor of the Year, solidifying his status as a prominent figure in South Korean entertainment.

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Full Timeline Early Life & Education Career & Achievements Success & Recognition

2011: Ambassador of Korea Goyang International Flower Festival

In 2011, Kim Soo-hyun, along with Bae Suzy, were the Ambassadors of the 16th Korea Goyang International Flower Festival.

April 18, 2012: Honorary Ambassador for Korean Tourism

On April 18, 2012, Kim Soo-hyun was appointed as the Honorary Ambassador for Korean tourism by the Korea Tourism Organization.

December 3, 2012: Public Relation Ambassador for Lotte Hotel Busan

On December 3, 2012, Kim Soo-hyun was appointed as the Public Relation Ambassador for Lotte Hotel Busan.

2013: Success with My Love from the Star

In 2013, Kim Soo-hyun began gaining further success with the fantasy series My Love from the Star.

May 20, 2014: Public Relations Ambassador for Chung-Ang University

On May 20, 2014, Kim Soo-hyun was appointed as one of the Public Relations Ambassadors for his alma mater, Chung-Ang University.

March 2015: Awarded Model Taxpayer

In March 2015, Kim Soo-hyun was recognized as a model taxpayer by the local tax office for consistently fulfilling his tax obligations every Tax Day.

October 25, 2015: Goodwill Ambassador of Seoul

On October 25, 2015, Kim Soo-hyun was appointed as the Goodwill Ambassador of Seoul.

2015: Starring in The Producers and Winning Awards

In 2015, Kim Soo-hyun starred in KBS variety drama The Producers, which drew solid ratings. He also won the Daesang at the 8th Korea Drama Awards, 4th APAN Star Awards and the 2015 KBS Drama Awards for his performance.

2015: Starring in The Producers

In 2015, Kim Soo-hyun starred in the variety drama The Producers, which earned him three Daesang (Grand Prize) awards.

2015: Wax Figure Displayed at Madame Tussauds

In 2015, Kim Soo-hyun's wax figure was displayed at Madame Tussauds, Hong Kong and Musée Grévin, Seoul.

2015: National Brand Awards

In 2015, Kim Soo-hyun, along with Yuna Kim, won grand prizes at the National Brand Awards for improving Korea's brand image.

2016: Promotional Ambassador for Paradise City

In 2016, Kim Soo-hyun was the Promotional Ambassador for Paradise City.

November 2017: Completed Basic Military Training

In late November 2017, Kim Soo-hyun's agency announced he completed five weeks of basic training, placing fourth as an outstanding trainee and receiving a vacation and a self deployment to the 1st Reconnaissance Battalion.