Shin Seong-il

    Shin Seong-il

    May 8, 1937 (87 years old) in Daegu, Korea

    Shin Seong-il was a Korean actor (1937-2018). Born in occupied Korea, as Kang Shin-yeong, he attended Geonguk University, majoring in Korean Literature. He made his filmย debutย in director Shin Sang-ok's Romance Papa in 1960 and appeared in more than 500 movies. He won severalย awards for best actor or best supporting actor for films such as Private Tutor (1963) and Moonlight Hunter (1987). In 1979, he became the chairman of the Korean Actors League and held the position for several consecutive terms. After a long career as an actor and having directed and even produced, Shin Sung-il retired from the film industry in favour of pursuing a career in politics. He was elected to the National Assembly.

    Known For

    A Year-End MedleyA Year-End Medley
    Door to the NightDoor to the Night
    TyphoonTyphoon
    Winter WomanWinter Woman
    Mayumi: Virgin TerroristMayumi: Virgin Terrorist

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