Jang Hyuk: South Korean Actor and Entertainer

Jang Hyuk (born Jung Yong-Joon on December 20, 1976) is a prominent South Korean actor and entertainer known for his extensive work across both television dramas and feature films.

Portrait of South Korean actor Jang Hyuk — Jang Hyuk

Personal Life and Background

Born in Busan, South Korea, Jang stands 177 cm tall and belongs to blood type O. He began his professional acting career under his birth name before adopting the stage name Jang Hyuk.

Selected Filmography

Jang has appeared in numerous high-profile cinematic releases throughout his career:

The Killer: A Girl Who Deserves To Die (2022) - Ui-Gang
Tomb of the River (2021) - Lee Min-Seok
The Swordsman (2020) - Tae-Yool
Ordinary Person (2017) - Kyoo-Nam
Empire of Lust (2015) - Prince Yi Bang-Won
The Flu (2013) - Kang Ji-Koo
The Client (2011) - Han Chul-Min
Volcano High (2001) - Kim Kyeong-Su

Notable Television Series

His television career includes acclaimed performances in historical dramas, thrillers, and romantic series:

Civil and Military Officials (KBS1, 2026) - Yeon Gaesomun
Family: The Unbreakable Bond (tvN, 2023) - Kwon Do-Hoon
Bloody Heart (KBS2, 2022) - Park Gye-Won
Tell Me What You Saw (OCN, 2020) - Oh Hyun-Jae
My Country: The New Age (JTBC, 2019) - Yi Bang-Won
Bad Papa (MBC, 2018) - Yoo Ji-Cheol
Voice (OCN, 2017) - Moo Jin-Hyuk
You Are My Destiny (MBC, 2014) - Lee Gun
Tree With Deep Roots (SBS, 2011) - Kang Chae-Yoon
The Slave Hunters (KBS, 2009)

Awards and Recognition

Jang has received numerous accolades from major broadcasting networks in South Korea:

Best Actor (Weekend Drama) at the MBC Drama Awards (2017) for Money Flower
Excellent Actor (Medium-length Drama) and Best Couple Award at the KBS Drama Awards (2015) for The Merchant: Gaekju 2015
Best Actor (Mini Series) and Best Couple Award at the MBC Drama Awards (2014) for You Are My Destiny
Ten Star Award at the SBS Drama Awards (2011)