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Ahn Hyo-seop

Ahn Hyo-seop is a Canadian actor and singer based in South Korea.

Updated July 30, 20261 min readCited sources

Ahn Hyo-seop is a Canadian actor and singer based in South Korea. He rose to fame through leading roles in popular Korean dramas such as Dr. Romantic 2 and Business Proposal.

Early life

Born on April 17, 1995, in Seoul, South Korea, Ahn Hyo-seop holds Canadian nationality. He later moved to South Korea to pursue a career in entertainment, adopting the English name Paul Ahn.

Career

He debuted as a singer in 2015 with the project group One O One and the single "Love You." Ahn Hyo-seop transitioned to acting and gained recognition through dramas like Still 17, Abyss, Dr. Romantic 2, Lovers of the Red Sky, and Business Proposal. He also appeared in Dr. Romantic 3 and A Time Called You.

Public profile

Ahn Hyo-seop is widely cited as a Canadian-born Korean actor, highlighting his cross-border identity. His work spans both acting and singing, making him a notable figure in Korean pop culture.

In short

  • Born in Seoul, South Korea, in 1995.
  • Canadian national who works in South Korea.
  • Started as a singer in 2015.
  • Best known for dramas like Dr. Romantic 2 and Business Proposal.
Canadian angle

He is identified in multiple sources as Canadian, making him of interest to Canadian readers as a Canadian entertainer active in South Korea and Korean-language television.[1][2][10]

Quick questions

Who is Ahn Hyo-seop?
A Canadian actor and singer based in South Korea, known for leading roles in Korean dramas.
What are his best-known roles?
He is best known for Still 17, Abyss, Dr. Romantic 2, Lovers of the Red Sky, Business Proposal, and A Time Called You.
How did he start his career?
He debuted as a singer in 2015 with the group One O One and the single "Love You."

Sources

  1. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ahn_Hyo-seop
    Supports: Birth date, Canadian actor/singer description, debut with One O One, and early career overview.
  2. Wikipedia (Polish) — https://pl.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ahn_Hyo-seop
    Supports: Birthplace, alternative name Paul Ahn, and notable drama roles.
  3. IMDb — https://www.imdb.com/name/nm8044332/
    Supports: Canadian actor based in South Korea and selected acting credits.
  4. Wikipedia (Indonesian) — https://id.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ahn_Hyo-seop
    Supports: Birth date, Paul Ahn name, One O One debut, and notable roles.
  5. Wikipedia (French) — https://fr.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ahn_Hyo-seop
    Supports: Canadian nationality, actor/singer occupation, and One O One membership.
  6. Scribd — https://www.scribd.com/document/726139168/Ahn-Hyo-seop
    Supports: Birth date, place, and major drama roles.
  7. De Último Minuto — https://deultimominuto.net/en/en/person/1571598-ahn-hyo-seop/
    Supports: One O One debut, drama roles, and 2025 voice role mention.
  8. Kprofiles — https://kprofiles.com/ahn-hyo-seop-profile-facts/
    Supports: Birth name, English name, birthday, and group membership.