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- This is a Korean name; the family name is Kang.
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Kang Dong Won (born January 18, 1981 in Pusan, South Korea) is a South Korean film and television actor. Born in Pusan, he moved to Chang Won at the age of 7. While studying Mechanical Engineering at Hanyang University, he was spotted on the streets by a modeling agent in 2000, and became a model. After this, he began his acting career with two dramas, and then filmed his first movie, Too Beautiful to Lie. However, his first real breakthrough was in Temptation of the Wolves, after which he became one of the top actors in South Korea. He went on to prove his acting skill in movies such as Voice of a Murderer and Maundy Thursday. With his beautiful, androgynous looks, he is becoming popular in other Asian countries, especially Japan.
[edit] Education
- Schools: Namyang Elementary, Kyungwon Junior High, Guhchang High, Graduated from Hanyang University with honors (major in Mechanical Engineering)
- Current School: Sangmyung University, Graduate School, majoring in film
[edit] Filmography
[edit] Movies
[edit] Dramas
- Magic (매직 SBS, 2004)
- Something About 1% / 1% of Anything (1%의 어떤 것 MBC, 2003)
- Majestic Lady / Country Princess / Funny Wild Girl / Lady of Dignity (위풍당당 그녀 MBC, 2003)
[edit] Music Videos
- J – 빛(Beet) Light
- Jo Sung Mo - Dajim
- Link - Bigawa
[edit] Awards
- 2004 Korean Film Awards Best Male Newcomer - Temptation of the Wolves
- 2004 Paek Sang Arts Awards Popularity Award
- 2004 Blue Dargon Awards Popularity Award
- 2005 Paek Sang Arts Awards Popularity Award
- 2005 Blue Dragon Awards Popularity Award
- 2005 KSC Awards Best Male Newcomer - Temptation of the Wolves
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