SS501 member and actor Kim Hyun Joong debuted 10 years ago in 2005, and is already in his 30s. This idol revealed his feelings about dating in a recent interview.

Kim Hyun Joong said, "There's nothing that I'm lacking because I've never had a proper relationship. Although my personal life has been somewhat violated, I was fortunate enough to get chosen among 1 million people who auditioned and debuted. I'm in the so-called 10% that became a celebrity. That's the reason why I should think about this matter and be happy regardless."

He continued, "If I had to become an idol once again, I wouldn't be able to do it. There's a strong belief that idols aren't singers. N'Sync in America is considered an artist, but in Korea and Japan idols aren't seen as artists, and their image is limited." He spoke honestly about how idols are viewed. He also shared how difficult it was to make the change from being an idol and transform into an acknowledged actor.

He said, "Idols can be in relationships, too, but at one point there was a time when they said that idols shouldn't date. When idols act, there's an uncertainty just because they're 'idols'. Even when they buy cars, the public turns it around and says that 'the idol bought a car'. There's a pre-fixed notion about idols. It's true that idols are young, but they're also cultured people in this land. It's unfortunate." He drew attention with his honest feelings.

The interview then naturally led to how he feels about celebrities dating. He said, "Originally I used to like favoring a girl, but for the first time while filming 'Inspiring Generation', I felt that I could get attracted to a girl who can treat me well." In "Inspiring Generation," Ok Ryeon (Jin Se Yeon) has a crush on Shin Jung Tae (Kim Hyun Joong), and stays by his side while showing unconditional love to him.

Kim Hyun Joong said, "I felt that it must be nice to have such a pretty girl care for me and treat me well. I'm the type that likes the girl more, but watching Ok Ryeon, I felt realized I should marry a girl like her (who likes me more)."

Kim Hyun Joong has been praised for his acting in the role of Shin Jung Tae in KBS2 drama "Inspiring Generation".