2025. 10. 19. 18:59ㆍProfiles
Rowoon(로운), who plays Si-yul(시율) in Disney+’s original drama “탁류 (The Murky Stream)”, is a former member of SF9 and one of the most talked-about rising stars at home and abroad. Below is a concise profile and highlights of his career.
Rowoon — Profile
- Birth name: Kim Seok-woo (金錫祐, 김석우)
- Born: August 7, 1996 — Gangnam-gu, Seoul
- Age: 29 (as of 2025)
- Physical: 190 cm; Blood type B
- Family: Parents, older sister
- Education: Dae-Hyun Elementary School → Whimoon Middle School → Kyunggi High School; currently attending Kyung Hee Cyber University
- Agency: FNC Entertainment
- Religion: Catholic
- MBTI: INFJ
Debut & Key Activities
Rowoon debuted in 2016 as a member of the boy group SF9, serving as center and lead vocalist. After leaving the group in 2023, he established himself fully as an actor.
He made his acting debut in “School 2017” (2017) and has since led a number of popular dramas, including “Extraordinary You,” “She Would Never Know,” “Tomorrow,” and “Destined With You.”
In his latest work “탁류 (The Murky Stream)”, he takes a sharp turn as Jang Si-yul(장시율), a rough, solitary enforcer—marking his first historical lead on Disney+.
Traits & Appeal
- Widely praised for his deep, expressive gaze, 190 cm stature, and refined visuals that let him traverse youth romances to historical action.
- Known for strong role immersion and a wide acting range; as Si-yul in “탁류,” he balances intense action with inner scars and the solitude of youth.
- Even during his SF9 days, he drew attention for leadership and a commanding on-stage presence.
Military Service
- Scheduled to enlist for active duty on October 27, 2025. “탁류 (The Murky Stream)” is his final lead project before enlistment.
Works & Awards (Highlights)
- Representative dramas: School 2017, Extraordinary You, 탁류 (The Murky Stream), She Would Never Know, Tomorrow, Destined With You
- From his SF9 era to his acting career, Rowoon has built a broad and devoted fanbase and continues to garner steady love and attention.
Si-yul: Character & Performance
In “탁류 (The Murky Stream)”, Rowoon portrays Si-yul(시율), a lone-wolf ruffian at the Mapo Naru river port, surviving a chaotic and cut-throat era. His performance vividly captures emotional depth, gritty action, and expressive eye acting, showcasing a more mature side of Rowoon at his peak.
2025.10.19 - [Dramas] - Disney+ Original “The Murky Stream” (탁류): What to Know Before You Watch
Disney+ Original “The Murky Stream” (탁류): What to Know Before You Watch
Set on the tumultuous trade routes of Joseon, The Murky Stream (탁류) follows three people whose fates collide on the once-clear Gyeonggang (Han River) as it turns into a lawless, “murky” current of greed and power. This is Disney+’s first Korean h
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