Um Tae-Goo

Um Tae-Goo (born 1983) is a South Korean actor recognized for his diverse roles in both film and television. He is the younger brother of film director Uhm Tae-Hwa, with whom he has collaborated on several projects.

Career

Um began his acting career in the late 2000s, appearing in various supporting roles in films such as The Epitaph (2007) and I Saw the Devil (2010). He gained wider recognition for his performance in the 2016 film The Age of Shadows, where he portrayed the character Hashimoto. His filmography includes a range of genres, from crime dramas like Coin Locker Girl (2015) to the action-oriented Night in Paradise (2021), in which he played the lead role of Park Tae-Gu.

In television, Um has appeared in numerous series, including Save Me 2 (2019) and Hometown (2021). In 2024, he starred in the romantic comedy series My Sweet Mobster as Seo Ji-Hwan, which marked a notable shift in his typical character archetypes.

Filmography

Um's career spans over a decade of work in the South Korean entertainment industry. Notable film credits include:

• The Age of Shadows (2016)
• The Great Battle (2018)
• Night in Paradise (2021)
• Concrete Utopia (2023)

Personal Life

Um Tae-Goo was born in 1983 in South Korea. He maintains a professional presence in the industry and is active on social media platforms, including Instagram.