Actor Park Bo-gum becomes a licensed hairdresser

Actor Park Bo-gum has officially earned a hairdresser's license after passing a demanding national certification exam, with a success rate of only 20 to 30 percent. It required multiple attempts before he could achieve this milestone. The prestigious Korean technical qualification exam for general hairdressing was completed by Park tvN reported, just before the November premiere of The Village Barber 2.

This accomplishment adds another noteworthy credential to Park's already impressive resume. Previously, Park had obtained a national barbering qualification while serving in the military.

Park's latest license came after an initial failure in the practical portion of the test. Despite the rigorous nature of the examination, Park remained determined. During the first season of The Village Barber, he dedicated considerable time and effort to preparing for the hairdressing exam, even finding ways to practice perming his hair within his hectic schedule. Despite these efforts, he still did not succeed on his first attempt.

Undeterred by his initial setback, Park did not give up on his goal. As he continued to balance his responsibilities for the show's second season and other commitments, he remained committed to his goal of becoming a licensed hairdresser. His perseverance paid off as he passed the exam on his second attempt. The qualification is widely recognized as challenging, with its average success rate hovering around the 20 to 30 percent mark.