Choi Gwi-hwa
Biography
Choi Gwi-hwa is a notable South Korean actor recognized for his supporting performances in a variety of successful films. He was born on March 3, 1978, and embarked on his acting journey with a small part in the 2009 movie 'Why Did You Come to My House?'. Since then, he has been featured in numerous blockbuster films, such as 'The Roundup', 'Train to Busan', and 'A Taxi Driver', all of which attracted over 10 million viewers. In 2017, he received the 'Best New Actor' award for his portrayal of 'Captain Jeon Il-Man' in 'The Outlaws', a role he reprised in the sequel, 'The Roundup', which became the fifth highest-grossing film in Korean cinema history. Beyond his film work, Choi has made significant contributions to the television drama landscape, with appearances in acclaimed series like 'Incomplete Life', 'Squid Game', and 'Bad Guys: Vile City'. His versatility and skill have made him a respected figure in the South Korean entertainment industry, and he continues to engage audiences with his compelling performances.
Filmography
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My Dear Desperado
2010
A Taxi Driver
2017 • Civvies Leader
Long Live the King
2019 • Choi Man-soo
Jesters: The Game Changers
2019 • Mal-bo
MAL·MO·E: The Secret Mission
2019
One on One (2014)
2014 • Oh Ji-ha
The Net (2016)
2016 • Director Lee
Devils
2023 • Team leader
The Soul-Mate
2018 • Jong-sik
Boogie Nights (2022)
2022 • Yu-bin
Train to Busan
2016 • Homeless Man
Seondal: The Man Who Sells the River
2016
Way Back Home
2013 • Detective from Seoul Prosecutor's Office
No Tomorrow (2016)
2016
The Outlaws (2017)
2017 • Jeon Il-man
The Roundup
2022 • Jeon Il-man
The Discloser
2017 • Seon-ho
Project Wolf Hunting
2022
Homme Fatale
2019 • Yook-gam
Nice to Not Meet You
2025 • Hwang Ji-sun
The Murky Stream
2025
Bon Appétit, Your Majesty
2025 • Prince Jesan