Seo Hyun-woo is a South Korean actor known for his versatile performances in film, television, and theatre.
He has appeared in Flower of Evil, Decision to Leave, Behind Every Star, Phantom, A Shop for Killers, Uncle Samsik, Escape, and When Life Gives You Tangerines. His ability to portray complex supporting characters has made him a recognized character actor in the South Korean entertainment industry.
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| Name: | Seo Hyun-woo |
| Born: | November 20, 1983 (age 42 years old) |
| Place of Birth: | Busan, South Korea |
| Nationality: | South Korean |
| Ethnicity: | Korean |
| Height: | 180 cm (5 ft 11 in) |
| Religion: | Christianity |
| Parents: | Mr. and Mrs. Seo |
| Siblings: | Seo Min-woo |
| Occupation: | Actor |
| Net Worth: | $3 million |
Early Life and Education
Seo Hyun-woo was born on November 20, 1983, in Busan, South Korea. He was raised by his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Seo, and grew up in a Korean family. His ethnicity is Korean, and he has one older brother, Seo Min-woo. His religion is Christianity.
For his education, Seo attended Hanil High School before enrolling at Kookmin University, where he initially studied English Literature. He later left the university and pursued his passion for acting at the Korea National University of Arts, where he studied Theatre and received formal training in acting.
Career
Seo Hyun-woo began his professional career in theatre before transitioning into film and television. He made early screen appearances in productions such as The Front Line, Love Fiction, and White: The Melody of the Curse. He gradually established himself through supporting roles in major Korean films, including A Hard Day, The Age of Shadows, A Taxi Driver, Veteran, and The Man Standing Next.
His television breakthrough came with Flower of Evil in 2020, where he played Kim Moo-jin, a reporter who becomes involved in the drama’s central mystery. The role brought him greater recognition and demonstrated his range as a dramatic actor.
In 2022, Seo appeared in Decision to Leave, directed by Park Chan-wook. The film competed at the Cannes Film Festival and received international critical acclaim.
He subsequently appeared in Behind Every Star, Phantom, A Shop for Killers, My Name Is Loh Kiwan, Escape, Uncle Samsik, and When Life Gives You Tangerines. His career has covered thriller, crime, romance, comedy, historical drama, action, and mystery.
Awards and Nominations
- Director’s Cut Awards — Best New Actor: Winner, 2023
Social Media
- Instagram: @shwoo1120
Personal Life
Seo Hyun-woo, 42 years old, is currently single and not married. There is no information about his past relationships. He has no publicly known children.
Seo Hyun-woo maintains a private personal life and generally keeps details about his romantic relationships and family away from the public. He is 180 cm (5 ft 11 in).
Net Worth
Seo Hyun-woo‘s net worth is $3 million USD. He accumulated his wealth through his acting career, earning income from films, television dramas, theatre productions, and other entertainment projects.
His appearances in successful productions such as Flower of Evil, Decision to Leave, Behind Every Star, Phantom, A Shop for Killers, Uncle Samsik, and When Life Gives You Tangerines have contributed to his professional earnings and overall wealth.
Filmography
- A Hard Day (2014)
- Veteran (2015)
- The Age of Shadows (2016)
- A Taxi Driver (2017)
- Flower of Evil (2020)
- Decision to Leave (2022)
- Behind Every Star (2022)
- Uncle Samsik (2024)
- Escape (2024)
- When Life Gives You Tangerines (2025)