'Single's Inferno 5' breakout Youn Hyun Jae signs exclusive contract as actor with Kim Young Dae's agency

Youn Hyun Jae has signed an exclusive contract with Outer Universe.

On April 6, Outer Universe announced that it had recruited Youn Hyun Jae, who made a strong impression on the public through the Netflix reality series 'Single’s Inferno 5.'

Youn Hyun Jae gained attention for his striking visuals and natural charm, and with this exclusive contract, he is set to begin a new career as an actor.

Outer Universe plans to maximize Youn Hyun Jae’s unique appeal, raising expectations that he will expand his potential as an actor based on his familiar and approachable image.

Earlier on April 6, Outer Universe officially shared news of the exclusive contract with Youn Hyun Jae, stating, “We took notice of Youn Hyun Jae’s fresh aura and potential.”

The agency added that rather than being a fleeting trend, Youn Hyun Jae possesses his own distinct color and potential, and they plan to help him grow as an actor through systematic management.

They also revealed plans to gradually showcase new sides of Youn Hyun Jae through various content and activities while solidifying his position as an actor.

Outer Universe currently represents actors such as Jung Jae Young, Kim Young Dae, Son Hyun Woo, Chae Won Bin, Jin Ho Eun, Jung Bo Min, and Kim Ji An.

Youn Hyun Jae first introduced himself to the public through the Netflix original 'Single’s Inferno 5,' which was released in January.

At the time of his appearance, he was introduced as an office worker employed at an IT company. He is also known to be a graduate of Chung Ang University’s Department of Sports Science and the runner-up of the 2024 Mister International Korea pageant.

With his official entry into the entertainment industry now underway following the exclusive contract, attention is growing over what steps Youn Hyun Jae will take next.