Hyun Bin is a popular South Korean actor who is best known for his memorable roles in the television dramas “Hyde Jekyll, Me” (2015), “Secret Garden” (2010) and “My Name Is Kim Sam Soon” (2005). Born on September 25, 1982, with the name Kim Tae Pyung, Hyun Bin broke into acting with a small role in the 2003 television drama “Bodyguard” but shot to fame for his role in “My Name Is Kim Sam Soon.” He served his 21-month mandatory military service starting in 2011 in the Marine Corp, which is considered to be the toughest branch of service, and was discharged in late 2012 with a citation for exemplary service. In late 2012, he and actress Shin Min Ah established their own management agency, O& Entertainment.