In 2003, Ju debuted as a model, in advertisements for clothing brands such as Calvin Klein , Levi's and Reebok . He won many awards for modeling. Before entering the entertainment industry, he studied at Tongwon College , majoring in e-Business.^{[citation needed]}

2006–2008: Acting debut and recognition[edit]

Ju's debut drama wasOld Love, but it was in 2006'sPrincess Hours, based on the manhwaGoong, that he was recognized as an actor, for which he won Best New Actor at the MBC Drama Awards. In the drama he starred alongside former Baby V.O.X. member Yoon Eun-hye , Song Ji-hyo and UN member Kim Jeong-hoon .

The Devil, opposite Uhm Tae-woong and Shin Min-a . In it he portrayed a lawyer; he reportedly lost 5 kg by eating only chicken and exercising three times a day.^{[citation needed]}Ju received the New Asian Star of 2007 along with six other Asian actors at the 1st Astar TV Drama Awards, held on March 30 at the COEX Convention & Exhibition Center in Seoul. According to Astar TV they were chosen for their "high recognition in their respective countries, their celebrity status, and potential to emerge as top Asian stars."

, based on mangaAntique Bakery, released in 2008. He played the role of a bakery owner, along with Kim Jae-wook , Yoo Ah-in and Choi Ji-ho . The film was invited to the 59th Berlin International Film Festival .

2009: Drug scandal[edit]

On June 23, 2009, Ju pleaded guilty in court to drug use of ecstasy and ketamine . He was sentenced to six months of jail time, suspended for one year, 120 hours of community service, and a fine of ₩360,000. The judge explained, "The nature of the crime is by no means light. However, he has reflected deeply on the crime and has not taken any drugs since the time a year and two months ago. Also, many fans from within the country and from overseas have appealed for an appropriate handling of the matter and sent petitions." Ju's lawyer also stated, "Of course he must accept the price of his crime, but wrong information kept coming out and exaggerated him as a habitual user, and some of it was unfair."

2010: Military service[edit]

2011–present: KeyEast Entertainment and comeback[edit]

and MBC television seriesMedical Top Team

and SBS television seriesMask

Films[]

Television series[]

Music videos[]

Variety shows[]

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