Yoon Bo-ra (Redirected from Yoon Bora)

Yoon Bo-ra
Yoon dressed in black outfit in July 2016
Yoon in July 2016
Born (1989-12-30) December 30, 1989 (age 33)
Seoul, South Korea
Alma materMyongji University
Occupations
  • Singer
  • rapper
  • actress
Years active2010–present
AgentKeyEast
Musical career
GenresK-pop
Instrument(s)Vocals
LabelsStarship
Formerly of
Korean name
Hangul
Revised RomanizationYun Bo-ra
McCune–ReischauerYun Pora

Yoon Bo-ra (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.

Early life and education

Bora was born on December 30, 1989, in Seoul. She majored in Musical Theater in Myongji University, and graduated in February 2015.

Career

2010–2011: Sistar and Sistar19

In June 2010, Bora made her debut as a member of Sistar on KBS' Music Bank with their debut single, Push Push.

In 2011, Bora and group member Hyolyn formed as a sub-group Sistar19 with the single "Ma Boy".

2011–2013: Variety programs

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.

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.

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. The same year, she was announced as a fixed host for KBS' music program Music Bank alongside Park Seo-joon. On December 21, 2013, Bora won Best Rookie Award at the 2013 KBS Entertainment Awards for her work in Music Bank.[citation needed]

2014–2017: Television show and series appearances and contract end

In 2014, Bora made her acting debut in medical drama Doctor Stranger.

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. In April, she collaborated with Unpretty Rapstar contestants Kisum, Lil Cham, Jace, and male artist Adoonga for a hip-hop single titled "Feedback". She then starred in web dramas, Flatterer and High-End Crush. In November 2015, Bora joined the cast of SBS' survival show Law of the Jungle.

In June 2016, Bora was a contestant of Mnet's dance competition show, Hit the Stage.

In March 2017, it was announced that Bora would make her big screen debut in the family comedy film Sunkist Family. 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. In November 2017, Bora was cast in tvN's fantasy drama A Korean Odyssey.

2018–2022: Special MC, television show, series appearance and new label

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]

2023–present: Sistar19 Reunion

In December 2023, Bora joined the global platform Dear U 'Bubble' where artist and fans can share private messages.

Other ventures

Ambassadorship

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.

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.

Endorsement

Brand Year Product Note Ref
Hyundai Motor 2012 Veloster Turbo Automobile
Huons Hemoramine Film-type iron powder
Clarisonic 2014 Vibrating cleanser Cleansing device
Aioli Plastic Island Clothes
Adidas Energy Boost Sports
Clio 2017 Mad Matte Cosmetics
Sonia 2018 Rome Story Clothes

Discography

Singles

As lead artist

List of singles as lead artist, showing year released, selected chart positions, and name of the album
Title Year Peak chart
positions
Sales (DL) Album
KOR
"Mermaid Princess"
(with Jiyoung, Sunhwa, Gayoon and Lizzy)
2012 10
  • KOR: 183,655+
2012 SBS 가요대전 The Color Of K-Pop 'Mystic White'
"Feedback"
(with Kisum, Lil Cham, Jace and I.M)
2015 18
  • KOR: 96,633+
Non-album single

As featured artist

List of singles as featured artist, showing year released, selected chart positions, and name of the album
Title Year Peak chart
positions
Album
KOR
Down.

"Aloha"
(Soyou feat. Bora)
2023 27 Summer Recipe

Filmography

Film

Year Title Role Notes Ref.
2019 Sunkist Family Kyung-Joo Main lead

Television series

Year Title Role Notes Ref.
2007 Opposites Attract Tapdance academy student Special appearance
2012 Shut Up Family Herself Cameo
2014 Doctor Stranger Lee Chang-yi Supporting cast
2015 The Flatterer Bong-hee Main lead
High-End Crush Min-joo Main lead
2016 What Happened at the Airport Herself Main lead
2017 Irish Uppercut Do Hae-na Main lead
A Korean Odyssey Alice, Jade Dragon Supporting cast, dual role
2018 Gangnam Beauty Model Cameo (episode 5)
Quiz of God - Season 5: Reboot Jang Seung-bin Researcher in CODAS
2019 Worth Waiting for Dating Kang Bo-ram Main lead
2019–2020 Chocolate Hui Na Cameo (episodes 13, 15–16)
2020–2023 Dr. Romantic Joo Young-mi Season 2–3
2021 Hip Up! Hit Up! Son A-young Main lead
2021 Dramaworld Soldier Special appearance
2021–2022 Only One Person Veronica Supporting cast
2022 O'PENing – Stock of High School Son Do-wan's homeroom teacher Cameo (season 5)
2023 Pale Moon Lee Ru-ri Supporting cast

Hosting

Year Title Notes Ref.
2013–2015 Music Bank With Park Seo-joon
2014 Korea-China Song Festival With Jo Woo-jong, Zhu Xun, and Terry Lin
2016 Quiz on Korea With Lee Hwi-jae
2018 Produce 48 Special MC

Variety show

Year Title Notes Ref.
2011 Man Reading Baseball Season 2, with Heo Il-hoo
2011–2012 Invincible Youth Season 2 Series regular
2012–2013 Park Sangmyeon's Radio King With Kim Hwan and Yoon Da-young
2013 Fashion King Korea Contestant, runner-up
2015 A Style For You With Kim Hee-chul, Goo Hara, and Hani
2015–2016 Take Care of My Dressing Table With Han Chae-young and Choi Hee
2016 Hit the Stage Contestant
Law of the Jungle Cast member in Panama
2019 Cast member in Tasman Islands
2021 Unnie's Beauty Carpool With Hyoyeon
Happy Beauty Day With Park Sol-mi and Jo Yeon-woo
2022 Jump Like a Witch Cast member

Music video appearances

Year Song title Artist Ref.
2011 Boyfriend Boyfriend
2012 I Need You K.Will
Because I Love You Lee Seok-heon
2015 Wet Jooyoung
2016 Drive Jay Park

Awards and nominations

Name of the award ceremony, year presented, category, nominee of the award, and the result of the nomination
Award ceremony Year Category Nominee / Work Result Ref.
KBS Entertainment Awards 2013 Best Rookie Award Music Bank Won

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