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Comprehensive chronicle of Kwon Sang-woo's journey to global stardom
Comprehensive chronicle of Kwon Sang-woo's journey to global stardom
Kwon Sang-woo returns to comedy after nearly 20 years in 'Accidental Detective', hitting theaters on September 24, 2025, just in time for Chuseok. The film showcases his range beyond his usual tough-guy roles, aiming to draw holiday crowds.
"Kwon Sang-woo stars in his first comedy since 2006, 'Accidental Detective,' strategically released during Chuseok to appeal to families and showcase his acting range."
Kwon Sang-woo returned to comedy in 'Hitman: Agent Jun' (2020), which ranked second in presales during its Lunar New Year release. Four years later, its sequel 'Hitman 2' dominated the 2024 holiday box office with 1.268 million tickets sold.
Kwon Sang-woo returns to the big screen in the comedic 'Hitman: Agent Jun,' which ranks second in Lunar New Year presales with 35,000 tickets sold, trailing 'The Man Standing Next.'
"Kwon Sang-woo's 'Hitman 2' topped the box office by selling 1.268 million tickets during the six-day Lunar New Year holiday."
Kwon Sang-woo leads 'The Pirates: The Last Royal Treasure' as Bu Heung-soo, hitting theaters on January 26, 2024. This high-stakes adventure is expected to draw massive crowds, cementing Kwon's star power.
The movie 'The Pirates: The Last Royal Treasure', starring Kwon Sang-woo, is set to release soon.
In 'Switch', Kwon Sang-woo stars as Park Gang, who hilariously swaps bodies with his manager on Christmas, blending comedy and heart. The film, releasing January 4, 2024, marks Kwon's return to a leading comedic role, perfectly timed for post-holiday laughs.
In the film 'Switch,' Kwon Sang-woo's character Park Gang swaps bodies with his manager on Christmas, triggering comedic and heartfelt events that drive the plot and his personal growth.
Kwon Sang-woo's comedy film 'Switch' is set to release in local theaters, expected to attract audiences with its light-hearted yet thought-provoking plot.
Kwon Sang-woo starred in 'Queen of Mystery' (2017), which debuted strongly with 11.2% ratings and consistently led mid-week drama rankings, peaking at 17.2%. He reprised his role as Ha Wan-seung in the 2023 sequel, reaffirming his versatility in crime-comedy and his enduring popularity. The series also ranked high on the CPI chart, cementing Kwon's success in the genre.
KBS 2TV's 'Good Manager' achieved a strong 17.2% finale, likely boosting the premiere of 'Queen of Mystery,' starring Kwon Sang-woo, though no further details about his involvement were provided.
Kwon Sang-woo's drama 'Queen of Mystery' ranked seventh on the CPI chart.
Kwon Sang-woo's new series 'Queen of Mystery' debuted strongly with 11.2% ratings, capitalizing on his star power and the success of its predecessor, 'Good Manager'.
"Episode four of 'Queen of Mystery,' starring Kwon Sang-woo, achieved an 11.6% nationwide viewership, rising 1.5 points from the previous day and securing its lead in mid-week dramas."
Episode six of 'Queen of Mystery,' starring Kwon Sang-woo as Ha Wan-seung, achieved a 10.9% nationwide viewership.
Episode eight of 'Queen of Mystery,' starring Kwon Sang-woo, achieved a 10.5 percent nationwide viewership, maintaining its lead in mid-week drama ratings while showcasing his character's evolving dynamic with a civilian crime solver.
Kwon Sang-woo returns as Ha Wan-seung in the second season of 'Queen of Mystery,' promising character evolution in the popular mystery comedy series.
Kwon Sang-woo returns as detective Ha Wan-seung in the eagerly anticipated second season of 'Queen of Mystery,' reuniting with the original cast and expressing excitement for the new season.
"Kwon Sang-woo returns to TV in KBS 2TV's crime-comedy 'Queen of Mystery,' showcasing his versatility and star power."
Kwon Sang-woo reprised his role as Kang Dae-man in 'The Accidental Detective 2: In Action', which premiered on June 13, 2018, and topped the box office with 686,807 admissions in its opening weekend. The sequel, a hit with over 2 million viewers, proved Kwon's enduring appeal in the comedy-detective genre, even outperforming Hollywood releases.
"The Accidental Detective 2: In Action," starring Kwon Sang-woo, is a popular sequel to the 2015 comedy-detective film, drawing over 2 million viewers shortly after its release.
Kwon Sang-woo's comedy sequel 'The Accidental Detective 2: In Action' debuted at No. 2 in the box office with 235,195 viewers, reprising his role from the 2015 original that drew 2.63 million admissions.
"The Accidental Detective 2: In Action," starring Kwon Sang-woo, dominated the box office with 686,807 opening weekend admissions and a cumulative total of 1,030,206, showcasing Kwon's enduring appeal and the film's strong performance against Hollywood competitors.
Kwon Sang-woo starred in a 2016 Beijing drama, tackling a lead role involving amnesia and romance. His agency confirmed the project on March 11, showcasing his continued appeal in China following his work on 'Destiny of Love'.
Kwon Sang-woo will travel to Beijing to film a new Chinese drama, expanding his career in China with a challenging role involving amnesia and romance.
Kwon Sang-woo has been cast as the lead in a new Chinese drama, showcasing his continued international appeal following his recent role in 'Destiny of Love.'
Kwon Sang-woo's 'Stairway to Heaven' premiered on Argentina's Telefe on February 10, 2016, boosting the 'hallyu' wave in Latin America. Its success paved the way for more Korean dramas in the region.
"Kwon Sang-woo's 'Stairway to Heaven' premiered on Argentina's Telefe, expanding the Korean wave in Latin America and paving the way for more Korean dramas in the region."
Kwon Sang-woo made a comedic comeback in 'The Accidental Detective' (2015), drawing 2.63 million viewers during its Chuseok release and sparking a 2018 sequel. The film ranked third at the box office, reaffirming Kwon's star power in Korean cinema.
Kwon Sang-woo's successful comedy-detective film 'The Accidental Detective' (2015) attracted 2.63 million viewers, established his presence in the genre, and spawned a sequel in 2018.
At a press conference for 'Accidental Detective' on August 24, 2015, Kwon Sang-woo related his real-life fatherhood to his comedic role in the film, expressing excitement for his return to comedy after nearly ten years.
Kwon Sang-woo's comedy comeback film 'Accidental Detective' premiered during Chuseok, targeting family audiences with his star appeal for box office success as it opened in local theaters.
Kwon Sang-woo's film 'The Accidental Detective' ranked third at the South Korean box office, showcasing his enduring popularity and contributing to a competitive weekend alongside other domestic and Hollywood releases.
Kwon Sang-woo reunited with Choi Ji-woo in SBS's 'Seduction,' marking their first drama together in 10 years. The premiere drew strong interest, scoring a 7.6% nationwide rating.
Kwon Sang-woo returned to a major drama role in SBS's "Seduction," reuniting with Choi Ji-woo after a decade, with the premiere earning a 7.6 percent nationwide rating.
Kwon Sang-woo joined Jackie Chan’s 2012 action film 'CZ12 (Chinese Zodiac)', showcasing early Korean Wave collaborations in Chinese cinema. His role highlighted the growing trend of South Korean stars appearing in Chinese productions.
Kwon Sang-woo starred in a Jackie Chan-directed Hong Kong-Chinese film, reflecting the early Korean Wave's impact on cross-border casting trends.
Kwon Sang-woo starred in Jackie Chan's 2012 Hong Kong-Chinese action film 'CZ12 (Chinese Zodiac)'.
In 2012, Kwon Sang-woo expanded his international reach by starring in the romantic comedy 'Shadow of Love' with Hong Kong actress Cecelia Cheung, marking his debut in the Chinese market. The film highlighted his growing global appeal.
Kwon Sang-woo made his Chinese market debut co-starring with Cecelia Cheung in the romantic comedy 'Shadow of Love.'
Kwon Sang-woo starred as the rebellious Gap-su in the 2010 hit war film '71 Into the Fire', proving his acting range. The Taewon Entertainment blockbuster cemented his status in Korean cinema.
"Kwon Sang-woo starred as the rebellious Gap-su in the blockbuster historical war film '71 Into the Fire,' produced by Taewon Entertainment."
Kwon Sang-woo rose to fame starring in the 2009 Korean romance 'More than Blue', cementing his status as a melodrama star. The film's enduring appeal was proven by a popular 2018 Taiwanese remake.
Kwon Sang-woo's starring role in the South Korean film 'More than Blue' solidified his status as a melodrama lead and inspired a 2018 Taiwanese remake, showcasing his impact on Asian cinema.
Kwon Sang-woo displayed his comedic chops in 'Almost Love' (2006), proving his versatility as a leading Korean actor. The film added another dimension to his already diverse career.
Kwon Sang-woo starred in 'Almost Love,' another film featuring his comical acting.
Kwon Sang-woo charmed audiences with his comedic turn in 'My Tutor Friend' (2003), solidifying his star status in Korea and beyond. The role expanded his career, opening doors to more film and TV opportunities.
Kwon Sang-woo played a comical lead role in the hit 2003 film 'My Tutor Friend,' which gained him international fame, established him as a top Korean star, and expanded his career opportunities.
Kwon Sang-woo rose to fame in Japan in the mid-2000s thanks to his role in 'Stairway to Heaven', cementing his lasting popularity there.
Kwon Sang-woo gained major fame in Japan during the mid-2000s, notably through 'Stairway to Heaven', and his enduring popularity still shapes his fan engagements there.