Joo Jong Hyuk is a South Korean singer, actor, musical actor, and former member of PARAN (파란). He graduated from Gwachon High School and later obtained a bachelor's degree in Directing and a master's degree in Performance and Film, both from Chung-Ang University.

He made his debut in August 2005 (using the stage name Ryan) as PARAN's lead vocalist with their first single album, "Paran The First". The group was managed by Global H Media (글로벌에이치미디어, formerly known as NH Media) and was targeted for the international market as all members were fluent in English and Japanese and had experience in all areas of musical production from chorus, dubbing to sub-producing. However, they were never able to find success as some members enlisted in the military, and others decided to pursue individual activities. They never officially disbanded but have not released any material since 2008.

He enlisted for his mandatory military service on September 26, 2011, and was discharged on September 25, 2013. After serving, he resumed his career as an actor and also has worked in stage plays and musicals.

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