Interesting facts you need to know about the charismatic rising actor, Heo Nam Jun
Heo Nam Jun is one of the Korean actors who has a captivating aura. His versatility allows him to embody each role with compelling authenticity, leaving spectators in awe. His sharp gaze and profound voice will undoubtedly leave you in admiration.
Let’s get to know him more!
He is a Gemini
Heo Nam Jun was born on June 9, 1993, in Seoul, South Korea.
He studied at Sungkyunkwan University
Heo Nam Jun graduated from the School of Art at Sungkyunkwan University, class of 2013. He majored in the Department of Film, TV, and Multimedia. This prestigious institution has nurtured a constellation of celebrated artists, including the likes of Cha Eun Woo, Song Joong Ki, Krystal Jung, and Moon Ga Young.
His nickname is “Sweet Oppa”
Nam Jun, affectionately dubbed “Sweet Oppa” following his captivating performance in Netflix’s Sweet Home seasons 2 and 3. He had great chemistry with his co-actor, Kim Yeong Hu. He described Yeong Hu as a warm-hearted person. At first glance, people might think he is a sharp, cold, and hard-to-approach person, but when you get to know him more deeply, you’ll realize he is a sweet person, playful, and has a cute side.
He has a twin brother
Nam Jun has a younger brother, and they are twins, but they are completely different. He said his brother is much taller than him, tan, and has a great physique. His brother has a baby, and the cute thing was Nam Jun shared a photo of him with his nephew on his Instagram.
Being an actor wasn’t his dream
Nam Jun revealed the interesting reason why he decided to become an actor when he never thought of becoming one. He said that when he was young, for some reason, he had a huge fear of death. He was so little, but he couldn’t even sleep because of it. He would think that someday he would die too. He started thinking that he should at least leave a name behind. Since he was young, he’s always put things like ‘Celebrity’ in the future aspiration box.
His Acting Debut
Nam Jun successfully made his debut as an actor through the 2019 film, The First Shot, and portrayed the role of Manager Joo. Nam Jun’s first audition to debut as an actor was for the film Hostage: Missing Celebrity, but because of COVID, it got delayed and took a while to be released.
He is a Good Cook
He is a husband material! He is a great cook! He cooks when he is on his day off.
His First Lead Role
Nam Jun landed his first lead role in the heartwarming coming-of-age series, A Hundred Memories. He played Han Jae Pil in the series. He really did a great job portraying his role and showed great chemistry with his co-stars, especially with Kim Da Mi and Shin Ye Eun. This drama is a must-watch drama; you’ll never regret doing so.
A Great Villain in a Drama
In the 2024 drama Your Honor, Nam Jun delivered a remarkable performance as Kim Sang Hyuk, a role that truly showcased his acting versatility. Portraying a formidable villain, he exuded an undeniable charm that captivated audiences, revealing a distinct and compelling facet of his talent. This is where I started to love him!
His First Award
He got his first award in 2024 at the MBC Drama Awards. He won the Best New Actor Award for his portrayal of Ji Sang Woo in the hit mystery romance drama, When the Phone Rings.
Appeared in IU’s “Never Ending Story” MV
Heo Nam Jun appeared in IU’s Never Ending Story MV, which was released in 2025. He showed great chemistry with IU, playing her lover in the MV. They reunited in Perfect Crown, when Nam Jun made his special appearance in the drama as one of Hee Joo’s blind dates.
His First K-pop Concert
BLACKPINK’s Born Pink concert in 2022 was Nam Jun’s first concert, and he attended with his Snowdrop co-actors. He posted a photo of himself with them with a caption: “I want to go again.. The first concert I ever went to was so amazing. Thank you for showing us a great performance. Good luck on your world tour.” He is such an adorable fanboy!
Rose to Popularity
Heo Nam Jun’s popularity rose with his portrayal of Cha Se Gye in My Royal Nemesis. Audiences were captivated by his blend of humor and romance, earning him the endearing moniker, “King of Yearning,” for his profound admiration and deep affection for Shin Seo Ri. The drama itself enjoyed widespread acclaim, boasting impressive viewership ratings.
With his impressive talent, Heo Nam Jun deserves to be loved by many! Keep shining, our Nam Junie!
