Kim Byung-man

Kim Byung-man (born July 29, 1975) is a South Korean comedian,[1] best known for his incredible slapstick and acrobatic stunts as a Master in Gag Concert, and survival skills in Law of the Jungle as he acts as the Chief of the show. In November 2015, he entered a new program on SBS titled 'Shaolin Clenched Fists', where Kim Byung-man and a group of other celebrities visit the Shaolin Monastery to learn the traditional martial arts from Shaolin Masters.

In this Korean name, the family name is Kim.
Kim Byung-man
Kim Byung-man in 2012
Born (1975-07-29) July 29, 1975
Jeonju, Wanju, North Jeolla Province
NationalitySouth Korean
Years active1995-present
Genresslapstick
SpouseA-ssi (2012)
Notable works and rolesGag Concert, The Law of the Jungle
    Korean name
    Hangul
    Hanja
    Revised RomanizationGim Byeong-man
    McCune–ReischauerKim Byŏngman

    Biography

    Kim was born into a poor family with an older sister and two younger sisters in Jeonju,[2] Wanju in North Jeolla Province. His father was an alcoholic, because of his bad luck in business. This caused his family to be in chronic debt. His mother tried to make a little money working at odd jobs, such as working at a restaurant. Kim also tried to help raise money for the family by doing manual labor. Wanting to be a comedian, he left his home and moved to Seoul to go to an apartment with other aspiring comedians. After three failed auditions on KBS and four on MBC, he was finally accepted by KBS in 2002. He starred in Gag concert on the Master show as a Master, his most famous role, in which he performs difficult tasks, showcasing his ability to acquire new skills quickly.[3]

    Kim made his first appearance in the movie called "Gift" (선물) in 2002. He was also the runner-up on Kim Yuna's Kiss and Cry where famous entertainers learn how to figure skate from professionals.[4]

    Up till 2012 he was signed under Castle J Entertainment, and on 19 September, it was announced that he has signed exclusive contracts with SM C&C, a subsidiary of SM Entertainment, along with Lee Soo Geun.[5]

    Filmography

    Film
    YearTitleRoleNotes
    2001Last PresentComedian
    2004The Magic PoliceHimself
    2005Baribari ZzangHimself
    2006My Wife Is a Gangster 3Ssogari
    2007Three KimsThird childSupporting role
    2008Radio DayzTruck driver
    2011Battlefield HeroesGuard for Cave 1
    Super Monkey ReturnsSon Oh-gong

    Television series
    YearTitleRoleNotes
    2007S ClinicGae Jak-doo
    2008The Lawyers of The Great Republic KoreaJeon Yi-man (Jjajangmyun delivery guy)
    One Mom and Three DadsFrench cookCameo (Episode 7)
    2008-2009General Hospital 2Oh Young Bum
    2009Jolly WidowsMoon Goon (Yoon-jung's auto mechanic)Extended cast
    Hometown LegendsAngel of deathEpisode 7
    2010Boy Meets GirlHimselfDrama Special
    Dr. ChampIm Ki ManCameo
    2010-2011Athena: Goddess of WarHimselfCameo
    2012Ohlala CoupleHimself (expert who specializes in catching cheating spouses)Cameo (Episode 2)
    What's the Deal, Mom?Himself
    I Remember YouLee Deok-soo
    2013Chief Inspector Choi ll-JooDetective Ma Yong-hee
    The Queen of OfficeHimself (seasoned raw crab master)Cameo (Episode 3)
    2017Introverted BossHimselfCameo (Episode 6)
    2019DazzlingByung ManCameo (Episode 5)

    Variety shows
    YearTitleRoleNetworkNotes
    2002-Gag ConcertHimselfKBS2
    2011-2013Running ManHimselfSBSGuest Member - Ep 28, 145
    2011–2020Law of the JungleHimselfSBSPermanent member
    2014Clenched Fist ChefHimselfSBSAlong with Henry Lau, Kangin, Victoria Song and Rose Motel's Yook Joong Wan
    Eco VillageHimselfPermanent member
    2015-2016Shaolin Clenched FistsFixed cast memberEpisodes 1-13
    2018Master in the HouseHimself (as a Master)Episodes 39-40, 98-99

    Awards and nominations
    Year Award Category Nominated work Result
    2011
    SBS Entertainment Awards
    		 Most Outstanding Award: Variety Category Law of the Jungle Won
    2012 Won
    2013
    49th Paeksang Arts Awards
    		 Best Variety Performer - Male Won
    SBS Entertainment Awards
    		 Daesang (Grand Award) Won
    2014
    41st Korea Broadcasting Awards
    		 Best Comedian Won
    2015
    SBS Entertainment Awards
    		 Daesang (Grand Award) Won
    2017
    SBS Entertainment Awards
    		 PD Award Won

    References
    1. Mee-yoo, Kwon (July 6, 2011). "Reality TV gets a spin as stars challenge skating, dancing". Korea Times. Retrieved 21 September 2011.
    2. family members
    3. "'Gagman' Kim Byung-man Tells of Rags-to-Riches Rise in Bio". South Korea: k-popexpress. August 2011. Archived from the original on 23 December 2011. Retrieved 15 October 2011.
    4. "F(X)'S KRYSTAL WINS 'KISS AND CRY'". k-popexpress. Archived from the original on 10 September 2011. Retrieved 15 October 2011.
    5. Ho, Stewart (19 September 2012). "Lee Su Geun, Kim Byung Man Join Kang Ho Dong at SM C&C?". enewsWorld. CJ E&M. Retrieved 6 October 2012.
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