Park Sung-hoon

Biography:

Park Sung-hoon is a South Korean actor born on February 18, 1985, in Gwacheon, Gyeonggi-do. He began his career with a small role in A Frozen Flower (2008) and gained prominence through theater plays like Rooftop Room Cat, The History Boys, and Model Students. He rose to fame with his supporting roles in dramas like Three Days (2014), Six Flying Dragons (2015-2016), and Don’t Dare to Dream (2016). His breakthrough came with the film Gonjiam: Haunted Asylum (2018) and the TV drama My Only One (2018-2019), which earned him widespread recognition.

In recent years, Park is known for his villainous roles in The Glory (2022-2023) and Queen of Tears (2024). He also gained attention for playing a transgender ex-soldier, Cho Hyun-ju, in Squid Game season 2 (2024). Born to a family facing financial difficulties after his father lost his job during the IMF crisis, Park pursued a career in acting despite early struggles. He enrolled in Dong-ah Institute of Media and Arts to study acting and film after high school.

Park’s early career was challenging, working part-time jobs and landing small roles in film and television. His perseverance led to bigger opportunities in theater, including significant roles in plays like Rooftop Room Cat and The History Boys. He later joined BH Entertainment in 2016 and continued to build his career with notable roles in dramas and films.

His talent as a stage actor and his diverse portrayals in both comedic and dramatic roles have earned him the title of “theater idol” among fans. In addition to his acting, Park has also contributed his voice to narrating a documentary about comfort woman Kim Bok-dong in 2019. Despite facing early struggles, Park’s career blossomed with roles in popular dramas and films, showcasing his versatility and dedication to his craft.