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Ji Chang Wook
지창욱
Under Spring Company
Profile
- Birth name
- Ji Chang Wook
- Birthday
- July 5, 1987
- Place of birth
- Anyang, Gyeonggi Province, South Korea
- Height
- 180 cm
- Age
- 38
- Zodiac
- Cancer
- Nationality
- South Korean
- MBTI
- INFP
- Blood type
- AB
Dramas & Roles3 titles
About
Short bio
Discover Ji Chang Wook (지창욱), the South Korean actor and singer known for Healer, The K2, Empress Ki, Welcome to Samdal-ri, and Suspicious Partner. Learn about his age, career, awards, military service, and fun facts.
Background
Ji Chang Wook is one of South Korea's most beloved actors, known for his versatility across action, romance, historical, and thriller dramas. After studying performing arts at Dankook University, he began his career in musical theater before making his onscreen debut in the 2006 film Days....
His breakthrough came with the family drama Smile, Dong Hae (2010–2011), which earned him widespread recognition and his first major acting award. He later cemented his status as a leading actor through acclaimed projects such as Empress Ki, Healer, The K2, Suspicious Partner, Lovestruck in the City, and Welcome to Samdal-ri.
Known for performing many of his own action scenes and stunts, Ji Chang Wook has built a reputation as one of Korea's most reliable leading men. His popularity extends across Asia and internationally, where he has gained a large fanbase through both television and streaming platforms.
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FAQ
- How tall is Ji Chang Wook?
- Ji Chang Wook is 180 cm tall.
- How old is Ji Chang Wook?
- Ji Chang Wook is 38 years old.
- Where is Ji Chang Wook from?
- Ji Chang Wook is from South Korean.
- What is Ji Chang Wook's MBTI?
- Ji Chang Wook's MBTI type is INFP.
Fun facts
- Ji Chang Wook studied Performing Arts at Dankook University before pursuing acting full-time. Source: MyDramaList
- He began his career in musical theater before transitioning to television and film. Source: MyDramaList
- His onscreen debut came in the 2006 film Days.... Source: MyDramaList
- Ji Chang Wook's breakthrough role was Dong Hae in Smile, Dong Hae (2010–2011), which made him a household name in South Korea. Source: KBS
- He won the Excellence Award, Actor in a Daily Drama at the 2011 KBS Drama Awards for Smile, Dong Hae. Source: KBS Drama Awards
- His portrayal of Ta Hwan in Empress Ki earned him the Excellence Award in a Special Project Drama at the 2013 MBC Drama Awards. Source: MBC Drama Awards
- In 2013, he won Best New Actor at The Musical Awards for his performance in the musical The Days. Source: The Musical Awards
- Ji Chang Wook is widely known internationally for dramas such as Healer, The K2, Suspicious Partner, and Welcome to Samdal-ri. Source: Drama Filmography
- He is famous for performing many of his own action scenes and stunt sequences. Source: Media Interviews
- Ji Chang Wook enlisted in South Korea's mandatory military service on August 14, 2017. Source: MyDramaList
- He completed his military service and was discharged on April 27, 2019. Source: MyDramaList
- At the 4th Asia Artist Awards in 2019, he won Best Actor for his role in Melting Me Softly. Source: Asia Artist Awards
- In May 2023, he parted ways with Glorious Entertainment after many years together. Source: Industry Reports
- He later joined Spring Company, an agency founded by his longtime manager. Source: Spring Company
- In 2024, he won Best Supporting Actor at the 11th Korean Film Producers Association Awards for his role in Revolver. Source: Korean Film Producers Association Awards
- He also won Best Actor at the 10th APAN Star Awards for Welcome to Samdal-ri in 2024. Source: APAN Star Awards
- Ji Chang Wook is one of the few Korean actors to achieve major success in historical dramas, action thrillers, romantic comedies, and melodramas. Source: Korean Entertainment Media
- His chemistry with co-stars and ability to balance emotional and action-heavy roles have made him one of Korea's most sought-after leading actors. Source: Korean Entertainment Media
- Despite his global popularity, Ji Chang Wook is known for maintaining a humble and approachable personality. Source: Fan Interviews & Media Coverage
- He remains one of the most internationally recognized Korean actors of his generation. Source: Korean Entertainment Media
