South Korean actor Park Bo-gum has achieved a significant career milestone by passing the national technical qualification exam for hairdressing on his second try.
Resilience Pays Off
This demonstrates my commitment to mastering the craft of hairdressing.
Park Bo-gum
Park's determination was evident as he prepared for the challenging exam, which has a notoriously low passing rate of 20 to 30 percent. His journey began during the first season of his reality show, "The Village Barber."
- Park's first attempt at the exam ended in failure, particularly in the practical section.
- He continued to refine his hairstyling skills while juggling acting commitments.
The actor's previous experience includes earning a national barbering certificate while serving in the South Korean Navy from 2020 to 2022.
His recent achievement comes just in time for the second season of "The Village Barber," set to air on tvN this November. The show will feature Park and celebrity friends running a hair salon in a picturesque seaside location.
Returning cast member Lee Sang-yi will join new actor Ko Kyung-pyo as they offer hairstyling services and cultivate connections with their clientele.
A teaser for the upcoming season gives a glimpse of the new salon, adorned with flowering vines and scenic ocean views, setting the stage for Park's growth as a salon director.