Updated on: 30 May, 2025 11:33 AM IST |Sudheesh SK
Born on May 30, 1974, Shin Ha-kyun is a celebrated South Korean actor known for his remarkable range and powerful screen presence. Over the years, he has mesmerized audiences with his unforgettable roles across films and television.
Shin Ha-kyun began his acting journey in theater at the Seoul Institute of the Arts. There, he collaborated with director Jang Jin, appearing in numerous stage productions and later transitioning to film with Jang's directorial debut, The Happenings in1998
He gained widespread recognition for his role as a North Korean soldier in Park Chan-wook's Joint Security Area (2000). The film was a massive hit, earning Shin the Best Supporting Actor award at the Blue Dragon Film Awards
In the 2003 sci-fi thriller Save the Green Planet!, Shin portrayed a mentally unstable man convinced of an alien invasion. His compelling performance earned him the Best Actor award at the 4th Busan Film Critics Awards.
Shin's portrayal of a cold, ambitious neurosurgeon in the 2011 medical drama Brain marked a significant milestone in his career. The role garnered him the Grand Prize (Daesang) at the KBS Drama Awards, solidifying his status in the television industry
Due to his exceptional acting skills and transformative performances, Shin Ha-kyun has been affectionately dubbed the “God of Acting” by fans and the Korean public. He remains humble about the title, expressing gratitude while acknowledging there's always room for improvement
