Ahn Gil-kang

Biographical Overview & Key Facts

Subject:

Ahn Gil-kang

Role / Field:

South Korean actor known for supporting roles, particularly in Ryoo Seung-wan's films.

Born:

1966-08-24

Century / Era:

1966s Historical Era

Database Source:

2Day Chrono-Wiki & Wikipedia CC BY-SA 4.0

Origins & Early Life

Ahn Gil-kang (Korean: 안길강; born August 24, 1966) is a South Korean actor.

Career & Major Achievements

He frequently appears as a supporting actor in director Ryoo Seung-wan's films, such as Die Bad (2000), Crying Fist (2005), The City of Violence (2006), and Dachimawa Lee (2008).

Enduring Legacy & Impact

Ahn also played a supporting role in the period drama series Queen Seondeok (2009), for which he received a Golden Acting Award at the MBC Drama Awards.

Chronological Milestones & Life Events

1. 1966 (1966-08-24): Birth of Ahn Gil-kang — South Korean actor known for supporting roles, particularly in Ryoo Seung-wan's films.
2. 2000: 2000 Milestone — He frequently appears as a supporting actor in director Ryoo Seung-wan's films, such as Die Bad (2000), Crying Fist (2005), The City of Violence (2006), and Dachimawa Lee (2008).
3. 2009: 2009 Milestone — Ahn also played a supporting role in the period drama series Queen Seondeok (2009), for which he received a Golden Acting Award at the MBC Drama Awards.

Historical Fact-Check Quiz: Ahn Gil-kang

True or False: “Ahn Gil-kang first gained significant recognition by starring as the lead character in a major blockbuster film upon his debut.”

Answer (FALSE ❌): His early career involved frequent supporting roles, notably appearing in director Ryoo Seung-wan's films like Die Bad and Crying Fist.

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