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South Korean singer and actress (born 1989) From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Yoon Bo-ra (Korean: 윤보라; born December 30, 1989), better known by the mononym Bora, is a South Korean singer, rapper and actress. She is a former member of the South Korean girl group Sistar and its sub-group Sistar19.
Yoon Bo-ra | |
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Born | Seoul, South Korea | December 30, 1989
Alma mater | Myongji University |
Occupations |
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Years active | 2010–present |
Musical career | |
Genres | K-pop |
Instrument | Vocals |
Labels | Starship |
Member of | Sistar19 |
Formerly of | Sistar |
Korean name | |
Hangul | 윤보라 |
Hanja | 尹寶拉 |
Revised Romanization | Yun Bo-ra |
McCune–Reischauer | Yun Pora |
Bora was born on December 30, 1989,[1] in Seoul. She majored in Musical Theater in Myongji University, and graduated in February 2015.[2][unreliable source?]
In June 2010, Bora made her debut as a member of Sistar on KBS' Music Bank with their debut single, Push Push.[3]
In 2011, Bora and group member Hyolyn formed as a sub-group Sistar19 with the single "Ma Boy".[4]
On October 17, 2011, it was revealed that Bora would be part of the new season of KBS2's Invincible Youth. The first episode of Invincible Youth 2 aired on November 11.[5]
On October 21, 2012, it was revealed that Bora would join one of four groups that would perform a new song for the SBS' Gayo Daejeon music spectacular. As part of Mystic White, Bora released the charity song "Mermaid Princess" on December 26, 2012.[6]
In 2013, Bora joined SBS's fashion program Fashion King Korea, where the cast members would team up with professional fashion designers to design and produce fashion items.[7] The same year, she was announced as a fixed host for KBS' music program Music Bank alongside Park Seo-joon.[8] On December 21, 2013, Bora won Best Rookie Award at the 2013 KBS Entertainment Awards for her work in Music Bank.[citation needed]
In 2014, Bora made her acting debut in medical drama Doctor Stranger.[9]
In January 2015, Bora was the new MC for KBS2's fashion and beauty show, A Style For You together with Heechul, Hara, and Hani.[10] In April, she collaborated with Unpretty Rapstar contestants Kisum, Lil Cham, Jace, and male artist Adoonga for a hip-hop single titled "Feedback".[11] She then starred in web dramas, Flatterer[12] and High-End Crush.[13] In November 2015, Bora joined the cast of SBS' survival show Law of the Jungle.[14]
In June 2016, Bora was a contestant of Mnet's dance competition show, Hit the Stage.[15]
In March 2017, it was announced that Bora would make her big screen debut in the family comedy film Sunkist Family.[16] In June 2017, Bora signed a contract under Hook Entertainment as an actress going by her full name, leaving Starship Entertainment after seven years of being in Sistar.[17] In November 2017, Bora was cast in tvN's fantasy drama A Korean Odyssey.[18]
In July 2018, Bora appeared as the special MC for Produce 48 on episode 6 and 7.[citation needed] She also appeared as one-day healing mentor on episode 11.[citation needed] In November 2018, Bora was cast in OCN's Quiz of God - Season 5 : Reboot.[citation needed]
In January 2020, Bora was cast in SBS' Dr. Romantic Season 2.[citation needed] In August 2020, It was revealed that Bora has left Hook Entertainment and signed with KeyEast Entertainment.[citation needed] In October 2020, Bora was announced as the ambassador of AIA Vitality.[citation needed] In November 2020, it was announced that Bora was cast in MBC's Late Night Café Season 2, Hit Up! Hit Up! as the female lead.[citation needed]
In January 2021, it was revealed that Bora will be the host for GlanceTV's beauty show, Unnie's Beauty Carpool together with Hyoyeon.[citation needed]
In December 2023, Bora joined the global platform Dear U 'Bubble' where artist and fans can share private messages.[19]
In 2012, Bora has demonstrated a remarkable commitment to various social causes, earning her an esteemed reputation as an ambassador for several organizations and initiatives. She was honored as an ambassador for her hometown, Ansan City, using her influence to promote the city's charm and cultural significance. Her environmental consciousness led to her appointment as the Green Campus Ambassador for Gyeonggi-do, where she advocated for sustainable practices and eco-friendly initiatives in educational institutions.[20][21]
Additionally, Bora's concern for public health was highlighted when she served as the Emergency Medical Ambassador for the Ministry of Health and Welfare in 2015. Through this role, she was instrumental in promoting the importance of emergency medical services and first-aid awareness among the public. Furthermore, she was designated the ambassador for AIA Life's AIA Vitality program in 2020, leveraging her public image to stress the significance of a healthy lifestyle. In all her roles, Yoon Bora has exemplified the blend of influence and responsibility, using her platform to champion vital causes and make a difference in society.[22][23]
Brand | Year | Product | Note | Ref. |
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Hyundai Motor | 2012 | Veloster Turbo | Automobile | [24] |
Huons | Hemoramine | Film-type iron powder | [25] | |
Clarisonic | 2014 | Vibrating cleanser | Cleansing device | [26] |
Aioli | Plastic Island | Clothes | [27] | |
Adidas | Energy Boost | Sports | [28] | |
Clio | 2017 | Mad Matte | Cosmetics | [29] |
Sonia | 2018 | Rome Story | Clothes | [30] |
Title | Year | Peak chart positions |
Sales (DL) | Album |
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KOR [31] | ||||
"Mermaid Princess" (with Jiyoung, Sunhwa, Gayoon and Lizzy) |
2012 | 10 |
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2012 SBS 가요대전 The Color Of K-Pop 'Mystic White' |
"Feedback" (with Kisum, Lil Cham, Jace and I.M) |
2015 | 18 |
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Non-album single |
Year | Title | Role | Ref. |
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2019 | Sunkist Family | Kyung-Joo | [35] |
Year | Title | Role | Notes | Ref. |
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2007 | Opposites Attract | Tapdance academy student | Special appearance | [36] |
2012 | Family | Herself | Cameo | [37][unreliable source?] |
2014 | Doctor Stranger | Lee Chang-yi | [38] | |
2015 | The Flatterer | Bong-hee | [39] | |
High-End Crush | Min-joo | [40] | ||
2016 | What Happened at the Airport | Herself | [citation needed] | |
2017 | Irish Uppercut | Do Hae-na | [41] | |
A Korean Odyssey | Alice / Jade Dragon | [42] | ||
2018 | Gangnam Beauty | Model | Cameo (episode 5) | [43] |
Quiz of God 5: Reboot | Jang Seung-bin | Researcher in CODAS | [44] | |
2019 | Worth Waiting for Dating | Kang Bo-ram | [45] | |
2019–2020 | Chocolate | Hui Na | Cameo (episodes 13, 15–16) | [46] |
2020–2023 | Dr. Romantic | Joo Young-mi | Season 2–3 | |
2021 | Hip Up! Hit Up! | Son A-young | [47] | |
2021 | Dramaworld | Soldier | Special appearance | [48] |
2021–2022 | The One and Only | Veronica | [49] | |
2022 | O'PENing: "Stock of High School" |
Son Do-wan's homeroom teacher | Cameo (season 5) | [50] |
2023 | Pale Moon | Lee Ru-ri | [51] |
Year | Title | Notes | Ref. |
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2011 | Man Reading Baseball | Season 2, with Heo Il-hoo | [52] |
2011–2012 | Invincible Youth Season 2 | Series regular | [53] |
2012–2013 | Park Sangmyeon's Radio King | With Kim Hwan and Yoon Da-young | [54] |
2013 | Fashion King Korea | Contestant, runner-up | [55] |
2015 | A Style For You | With Kim Hee-chul, Goo Hara, and Hani | [56] |
2015–2016 | Take Care of My Dressing Table | With Han Chae-young and Choi Hee | [57] |
2016 | Hit the Stage | Contestant | [58] |
Law of the Jungle | Cast member in Panama | [59] | |
2019 | Cast member in Tasman Islands | [60] | |
2021 | Unnie's Beauty Carpool | With Hyoyeon | [61] |
Happy Beauty Day | With Park Sol-mi and Jo Yeon-woo | [62] | |
2022 | Jump Like a Witch | Cast member | [63] |
Year | Title | Notes | Ref. |
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2013–2015 | Music Bank | With Park Seo-joon | [69] |
2014 | Korea-China Song Festival | With Jo Woo-jong, Zhu Xun, and Terry Lin | [70] |
2016 | Quiz on Korea | With Lee Hwi-jae | [71] |
2018 | Produce 48 | Special MC | [72] |
Award ceremony | Year | Category | Nominee / Work | Result | Ref. |
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KBS Entertainment Awards | 2013 | Best Rookie Award | Music Bank | Won | [73] |
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