Song Young-gyu (Korean: 송영규; born December 18, 1969) is a South Korean actor. He is widely recognized for his extensive work in South Korean television dramas and films, primarily in supporting roles.
Biography and Career: Born on December 18, 1969, Song Young-gyu pursued his education at the Seoul Institute of the Arts. He began his acting career in the early 2000s and has since established himself as a prolific and versatile character actor in the South Korean entertainment industry.
Known for his ability to portray a wide range of characters, Song Young-gyu frequently takes on roles such as lawyers, doctors, politicians, corporate executives, detectives, or antagonists, often contributing a strong presence to the narratives. His consistent work across various genres, including thrillers, dramas, comedies, and historical pieces, has made him a familiar face to audiences. He is particularly noted for his subtle yet impactful performances that often enhance the depth of the main plotlines.
Selected Filmography:
Television Series:
- Queen Seondeok (2009)
- Giant (2010)
- The K2 (2016)
- Whisper (2017)
- Stranger (2017)
- Life on Mars (2018)
- Prison Playbook (2017-2018)
- Penthouse: War in Life (2020-2021)
- Vincenzo (2021)
- Law School (2021)
- Hospital Playlist 2 (2021)
- One Ordinary Day (2021)
- Ghost Doctor (2022)
- Reborn Rich (2022)
- Doctor Cha (2023)
- Lovely Runner (2024)
Films:
- The Attorney (2013)
- Inside Men (2015)
- Midnight Runners (2017)
- The Spy Gone North (2018)
- Default (2018)
- Money (2019)
- Hitman: Agent Jun (2020)