Kim Tae-woo, 1971
Actors · April 15, 1971
Kim Tae-woo
★ HOW OLD IS KIM TAE-WOO?
Kim Tae-woo is 55 years old, born April 15, 1971 in South Korea · Aries.
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About
Kim Tae-woo broke through South Korea's arthouse circuit after a blockbuster turn in Joint Security Area. Born April 15, 1971, the actor became known for collaborations with director Hong Sang-soo on films like Woman Is the Future of Man, Woman on the Beach, and Like You Know It All. As an Aries, he balances commercial and indie work with characteristic directness.
★ FEATURE
Biography
Kim Tae-woo is a South Korean actor born April 15, 1971. His breakthrough came via the blockbuster war film Joint Security Area, which established him as a leading player in Korean cinema. Rather than stay in commercial territory, he pivoted to arthouse work, becoming best known for a series of collaborations with director Hong Sang-soo. His filmography with Hong includes Woman Is the Future of Man, Woman on the Beach, and Like You Know It All—roles that cemented his reputation as a versatile performer willing to explore complex, introspective material. As an actor, Tae-woo works across film production, script interpretation, and performance. Born under Aries, his life-path number is 1—a numerological marker often associated with pioneering instinct, which aligns with his willingness to follow artistic vision over box-office predictability. He holds South Korean citizenship.
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Trivia
- Joint Security Area, the war film that launched Tae-woo's career, was a major commercial success.
- He has worked repeatedly with director Hong Sang-soo across at least three arthouse features.
- His birth name and career trajectory span both mainstream Korean cinema and the country's independent film world.
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Numerology
LIFE-PATH NUMBER
The Leader
Independent, ambitious, and self-reliant. Kim Tae-woo tend to step into pioneer roles early and prefer setting direction over following it.
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Birthday compatibility
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★ FAQ
Frequently asked
- How old is Kim Tae-woo?
- Kim Tae-woo is 55 years old (born April 15, 1971).
- When is Kim Tae-woo's birthday?
- Kim Tae-woo was born on April 15, 1971.
- What is Kim Tae-woo's zodiac sign?
- Kim Tae-woo is a Aries, born April 15, 1971.
- What is Kim Tae-woo's Chinese zodiac sign?
- Kim Tae-woo was born in 1971, the year of the Metal Pig.
- Where is Kim Tae-woo from?
- Kim Tae-woo is from South Korea.
- What does Kim Tae-woo do?
- Kim Tae-woo is a actor.
- Is Kim Tae-woo still alive?
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