D.O

Overview

Doh Kyung-soo, professionally known as D.O., is a South Korean singer and actor, widely recognized as a member of the acclaimed K-pop boy group EXO. Born on January 12, 1993, in Seoul, South Korea, he made his debut as the group's main vocalist in 2012 under SM Entertainment.

Throughout his career, D.O. has expanded into acting and has established his own agency, Company SooSoo, for his solo endeavors while remaining an integral part of EXO. Known for his soulful voice and acting prowess, he has become a multifaceted entertainer in the realms of K-pop and cinema.

Discography

• “Tell Me What Is Love” - Collaboration song with record produder Yoo Young Jin, released in 2016 as part of the album SM Station Season 1.
• “For Life” (English Version) - D.O.'s solo song that he performed during the EXO Planet #4 - The Elyxion concert series. The recorded version is featured on the live album from the concert.
• "That's Okay" - Released as part of “SM Station” in 2019, marking his first solo release.
• Empathy - D.O.'s debut solo EP, released in 2021, with singles "Rose" and "I'm Gonna Love You."
• Expectation - Second mini-album, hitting both the Korean and Japanese charts.
• "Small Girl” - Collaboration single with rapper Lee Young Ji, released in 2024.
• Blossom - Third EP, featuring "Mars" as the lead single.
• “Snowfall At Night” - Winter song released on January 17, 2025, accompanied by an animated music video.

Career Highlights

• 2012: Debuted with EXO, quickly gaining fame with MAMA.
• 2014: Acting debut in the film Cart and drama It's Okay, That's Love.
• 2016: Starred in My Annoying Brother, Pure Love, and web series Be Positive, solidifying his acting career.
• 2017: Starred in the movies Room No. 7 and Along with the Gods: The Two Worlds.
• 2018: Further showcased his acting skills with 100 Days My Prince, Swing Kids, and Along With The Gods: The Last 49 Days.
• 2020: Played a key role in the military musical Return: The Promise of the Day.
• 2021: Solo debut with the EP Empathy, which was a commercial success.
• 2022: Starred in the legal thriller Bad Prosecutor following his military discharge.
• 2023: Released Expectation, showcasing his growth as a solo artist. He also starred in the sci-fi survival film The Moon.
• 2024: Returned to the music scene with the mini-album Blossom.
• 2025: Released the winter single Snowfall At Night, and headlined the romance-mystery movie Secret: Untold Melody

Recent Activities

D.O. has confirmed preparations for EXO's full group comeback in 2025.

He released his third EP, Blossom, in May 2024, and also embarked on his Bloom Asia tour in 2024, which concluded in Singapore in September.

Solo Activities

• D.O. is notable for his roles in films like Along with the Gods series, Swing Kids, The Moon, and dramas like 100 Days My Prince and It's Okay, That's Love.
• He participated in variety shows like No Math School Trip, Off The Grid, and GBRB: Reap What You Sow.

Achievements

D.O. has collected numerous awards for his solo career, highlighting his exceptional talents and versatility.

• Received the Best New Actor award at the 2014 Blue Dragon Film Awards for his impressive performance in It's Okay, That's Love, as well as the Artist Award - Male Solo from the Hanteo Music Awards for his solo mini-album Empathy.
• Received the Popular Star Award at the 55th Baeksang Arts Awards for his leading role in the highly-celebrated series 100 Days My Prince.
• His solo albums have charted well and achieved impressive sales, with Empathy selling over 300,000 copies in its first week. The EP has been certified Platinum by the Korean Music Content Association.

Album Sales

• Empathy sold over 380,000 copies, earning the Platinum certification by the KMCA.
• Expectation also had strong sales, with over 200,000 copies sold.
• Blossom has continued this trend, with sales figures still being tallied as of 2025.

Personal Life

D.O. was a famous ulzzang kid (internet popular) before debuting in EXO. He is known to love cooking, so much that he pursued a culinary licence in secret.

During his enlistment in 2019, the Republic of Korea Army announced that he would serve as an army cook, providing him with a platform to showcase his culinary talents.

Social Media Profiles

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