South Korean movie actors born in the year 1936
Here are 9 famous actors from South Korea were born in 1936:
Lee Nak-hoon
Lee Nak-hoon (March 27, 1936 Seoul-October 7, 1998 Seoul) a.k.a. Nak-hun, I Nak-hun, Lee Nak Hoon or Nak-hun Lee was a South Korean actor, screenwriter, film producer and politician.
He began his acting career in the 1950s and went on to star in numerous films, including "Flame in the Valley" (1967) and "A Woman Under the Influence" (1974). In addition to acting, Lee also wrote and produced films. He co-wrote the screenplay for "Two Cops" (1993), which became a box office success in Korea.
Outside of the entertainment industry, Lee was also involved in politics. In 1988, he was elected to the National Assembly as a member of the Democratic Justice Party. He continued to serve in the assembly until 1996.
Lee was known for his versatility as an actor and his contributions to Korean cinema. He received numerous awards throughout his career, including Best Actor at the Baeksang Arts Awards in 1967 and the Korean Association of Film Critics Award in 1971.
Mun Tae-seon
Mun Tae-seon (June 12, 1936-) a.k.a. Tai-sun Moon, Tae-seon Mun or Moon Tai-sun is a South Korean actor.
He was born on June 12, 1936, in Gyeongsangnam-do, South Korea. Mun Tae-seon began his acting career in the 1960s and has since appeared in numerous films and television dramas. He is known for his versatility in playing a wide range of characters and has received critical acclaim for his performances. Mun has won several awards throughout his career, including the Best Supporting Actor award at the 21st Korean Association of Film Critics Awards for his role in the film "Mapado" (2005). He continues to work in the entertainment industry and is respected as one of South Korea's veteran actors.
Kim Seong-Won
Kim Seong-Won (January 2, 1936 Pyongyang-) also known as Sung - Won is a South Korean actor and voice actor.
He started his acting career in 1961 and has since appeared in numerous TV dramas and films. Some of his notable works include the films "Love Me Once Again" (1968), "The Windmill Palm Grove" (1971), and "Winter Woman" (1977) and the TV dramas "Love and Ambition" (1987), "The Immortal Yi Soon-shin" (2004), and "Last" (2015). Kim Seong-Won is also a celebrated voice actor and has lent his voice to many animated characters, including "Winnie the Pooh" and "Tickle on the Clouds". Throughout his career, he has won several awards, including the Best Supporting Actor Award at the 19th Korean Broadcasting Awards for his performance in the drama "Golden Pond" (2002). Despite being in his 80s, he still actively participates in the entertainment industry and is highly respected as a veteran actor and voice actor.
Shin Gu
Shin Gu (August 13, 1936 Seoul-) a.k.a. Gu Shin, Sin Goo, Shin Goo, Shin Koo, SHING Gu or Goo Shin is a South Korean actor.
He started his acting career in the 1950s and has since appeared in numerous films, television dramas, and stage productions. He is known for his versatile acting skills and has won several awards, including the KBS Drama Awards for Best Supporting Actor in 2001 and the Blue Dragon Film Award for Best Supporting Actor in 2008.
In addition to his acting career, Shin Gu also served as a professor of acting at Chung-Ang University in Seoul, where he taught for over 15 years. He has also written several books on acting and theater.
Shin Gu is considered one of the most respected actors in South Korea and has inspired many younger actors with his dedication to the craft of acting. Despite his age, he continues to act in films and dramas and is regarded as a national treasure of South Korean cinema.
Oh Hyeon-Kyeong
Oh Hyeon-Kyeong (November 11, 1936 Seoul-) a.k.a. Oh Hyun-kyung, Oh, Hyun-Kyung, Oh Hyunkyung or Oh Hyun-gyung is a South Korean actor. His children are called Ji-hye Oh and Se-ho Oh.
Oh Hyeon-Kyeong is a highly respected and veteran actor in South Korea's entertainment industry, with a career spanning over six decades. He began his acting career in the 1960s, and has since starred in numerous acclaimed films, television dramas and stage productions. Some of his most notable works include "The Marriage Life", "Making Love", "Too Early to Love", and "The Washing Machine".
Throughout his career, Oh Hyeon-Kyeong has received several prestigious awards for his outstanding contributions to the entertainment industry. These include the Best Actor Award at the 9th Blue Dragon Film Awards, and the Lifetime Achievement Award at the 45th Daejong Film Awards.
Apart from his successful acting career, Oh Hyeon-Kyeong is also a loving father to his two children, Ji-hye Oh and Se-ho Oh. He is known to keep his personal life private and maintains a low profile outside of his work.
Han-seob Kim
Han-seob Kim (April 6, 1936 Busan-November 30, 2010 Seoul) also known as Kim Han-Seop, Twist King, Twist Kim or Kim Han-seob was a South Korean actor.
He debuted in 1957 and acted in over 200 Korean films, including "The Housemaid" (1960), "The Marines Who Never Returned" (1963) and "The General's Son" (1990). Kim was particularly known for his roles in action and crime films. He also won numerous awards throughout his career, including Best Actor at the 3rd Blue Dragon Film Awards in 1982 for his role in "We Are Going to Love". Apart from acting, he was also a talented singer and dancer, and was known for his signature dance move, the twist. Kim passed away at the age of 74 due to a chronic illness.
Kim Bong-Hwan
Kim Bong-Hwan (March 18, 1936 Daegu-) also known as Bong-hwan Kim, Kim Bong-whan or Kim Bonghwan is a South Korean actor and film director.
Kim Bong-Hwan started his acting career in the 1960s and appeared in numerous Korean films and television dramas. Some of his notable performances include his roles in the films "The Housemaid" (1960) and "The General’s Mustache" (1968).
In the 1970s, Kim Bong-Hwan transitioned into directing, and made his directorial debut with the film "The Oyster Village" (1972). He went on to direct several other films including "The Best Secret Agent" (1974) and "Flame" (1975).
Aside from his work in the entertainment industry, Kim Bong-Hwan was also an environmental activist and played a key role in the preservation of Cheongsando Island, a picturesque island located off the southern coast of South Korea.
Kim Bong-Hwan passed away on February 25, 2021 at the age of 84. His contributions to Korean cinema and environmental activism will always be remembered.
Cho Yong-soo
Cho Yong-soo (April 25, 1936 Tongyeong-) a.k.a. Jo Yongsoo or Yong-su Jo is a South Korean actor.
He began his acting career in the 1960s and has appeared in numerous films and television dramas throughout his career. Some of his notable works include the films "The Brothers" (1979), "Man of Water" (1982), and "White Badge" (1992).
Cho has also been recognized for his performances on stage, winning the Best Actor award at the Korean Drama Awards in 1991. He has also worked as a director and producer, and has served as a judge for various film festivals.
In addition to his work in entertainment, Cho has been active in social and political issues. He has been involved in campaigns for workers' rights and has spoken out against government censorship in the arts.
Choi Jae-ho
Choi Jae-ho (July 15, 1936 Korea under Japanese rule-) also known as Jae-ho Choi, Jae Ho Choi, Choe Jae-ho or Choi Jaeho is a South Korean actor.
He began his career in the entertainment industry after graduating from Dongguk University's Department of Theater and Film. Choi has appeared in numerous films and television dramas, showcasing his versatile acting skills. Some of his most notable performances include his roles in the films "Sopyonje" (1993), "Chunhyang" (2000), and "The Classic" (2003). He has also been recognized for his work in television dramas such as "The Sandglass" (1995) and "Dae Jang Geum" (2003). In addition to his acting career, Choi has also served as a professor at Seoul Arts College since 1993, sharing his knowledge and experience with the next generation of actors.