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Comprehensive chronicle of Choi Woo-shik's journey to global stardom
Comprehensive chronicle of Choi Woo-shik's journey to global stardom
Choi Woo-shik and his 'Parasite' co-stars were invited to join the Academy in 2020 after the film's Oscar sweep, granting them voting rights—a major career milestone. The honor highlighted his impact on the groundbreaking movie.
Choi Woo-shik and fellow 'Parasite' cast members were invited to join AMPAS with voting rights after the film's Oscar success, marking a major career milestone.
Choi Woo-shik joined the U.S. Academy as part of the 'Parasite' cast.
Choi Woo-shik and the 'Parasite' cast arrived back in South Korea on February 12, 2020, celebrating their historic Oscar wins. Their return marked a triumphant homecoming after global acclaim for the groundbreaking film.
Choi Woo-shik and the 'Parasite' cast returned to South Korea following the film's historic Oscar wins.
BTS V's "Christmas Tree," released on December 24, 2021, served as the soundtrack for 'Our Beloved Summer' and debuted on Billboard's Hot 100. The song was tied to actor Choi Woo-shik's role in the series.
BTS V's song 'Christmas Tree,' featured in 'Our Beloved Summer' starring Choi Woo-shik, was released and debuted on Billboard's Hot 100.
Choi Woo-shik starred in Bong Joon-ho's 'Okja', which premiered at Cannes in 2017 and 2024, with the 2017 premiere on May 19 marking his significant international exposure. The film faced a controversial dual release on Netflix and in select Korean theaters in June 2017, sparking debates but solidifying Choi's rising global profile. It received mixed reviews but was later re-screened at Cannes in 2024, underscoring its acclaim.
The 70th Cannes Film Festival featured the premiere of 'Okja,' starring Choi Woo-shik, before the festival closed on May 28, 2017.
Choi Woo-shik attended the premiere of 'Okja' at the 70th Cannes Film Festival, where it screened in the official competition, marking significant international exposure despite mixed reviews.
"Okja," starring Choi Woo-shik and directed by Bong Joon-ho with an international cast, is set for a simultaneous release in Korean theaters and on Netflix in June 2017, marking Choi's involvement in a major international project, though no exact date is confirmed.
Netflix's global release of 'Okja' on June 28, 2017, following its Cannes premiere, boosts Choi Woo-shik's international profile and expands his global reach, with a South Korean release set for June 29, 2017.
Despite a boycott by major cinema chains, 'Okja,' starring Choi Woo-shik, was released in select South Korean theaters on June 29, 2017, after its U.S. debut on June 28, sparking debates about film distribution.
The 70th Cannes Film Festival features Choi Woo-shik in Bong Joon-ho's "Okja," competing internationally until May 28, 2024.
"Netflix released 'Okja,' starring Choi Woo-shik, in select South Korean theaters amid controversy over streaming disputes with multiplex chains."
Choi Woo-shik stars in 'Wonderland', a sci-fi film hitting theaters on June 5, 2024, where he plays a service manager in a story exploring AI and mortality. Following his success in 'Parasite', this role showcases his versatility and cements his place in Korean cinema.
Choi Woo-shik's sci-fi film 'Wonderland', exploring mortality and AI, is set for nationwide release, highlighting his versatility and boosting his status in the Korean film industry, continuing his diverse career after 'Parasite'.
'"A Killer Paradox," starring Choi Woo-shik, premiered on Netflix on February 9, 2024, debuting at No. 2 on the non-English TV chart with 3.1 million views. By its conclusion on February 18, it topped the chart with 5.5 million views, solidifying Choi's rising global stardom.'
The Netflix series 'A Killer Paradox', starring Choi Woo-shik as Lee Tang, premiered on February 9, 2024, and debuted at No. 2 on the non-English TV chart with 3.1 million views in its first week.
'A Killer Paradox' began its weekly viewership period, starring Choi Woo-shik as Lee Tang.
"A Killer Paradox" topped Netflix's non-English TV chart with 5.5 million views during its weekly viewership period.
Choi Woo-shik promoted Netflix's 'Melo Movie' at a Seoul press conference on February 12, 2024, sharing insights about his role as a determined film critic. The romantic film premieres on Valentine's Day, February 14, showcasing his versatile acting range.
Choi Woo-shik discussed his role as a persistent film critic in Netflix's 'Melo Movie' during a Seoul press conference.
Netflix's 'Melo Movie', starring Choi Woo-shik, is set to premiere on Valentine's Day.
Choi Woo-shik stars as a military officer in 'Monstrum', a Joseon-era creature feature that hit theaters on September 12, 2022. The film drew mixed reviews for its formulaic plot but earned an extra screening the following day.
"Choi Woo-shik stars as a Joseon-era military officer in the historical creature film 'Monstrum,' which is set for release amid mixed reviews for its predictable plot."
Choi Woo-shik stars as a military officer in the upcoming film 'Monstrum'.
Choi Woo-shik returns to theaters in 'The Policeman's Lineage' as a rookie cop infiltrating corruption, his first major role since 'Parasite'. Originally delayed by the pandemic, the film joins a surge of projects from 'Parasite' alumni and debuts during the Lunar New Year season.
Choi Woo-shik returns to major films with 'The Policeman's Lineage' and 'The Pirates: Goblin Flag,' releasing during the Lunar New Year season, where in 'The Policeman's Lineage' he plays a rookie cop in an anti-corruption operation, following his 2019 hit 'Parasite'.
Choi Woo-shik shines in 'Our Beloved Summer', which premiered on SBS and Netflix in December 2021. The rom-com quickly soared to No. 5 on Netflix's global non-English charts, cementing its popularity and Choi's rising star power.
Choi Woo-shik stars in the romantic comedy 'Our Beloved Summer,' premiering on SBS and Netflix after his success in 'Parasite,' drawing major attention and viewership.
"Our Beloved Summer" debuted at No. 9 on Netflix's non-English TV chart, showcasing its instant popularity and Choi Woo-shik's rising global fame, before climbing to fifth place in its fourth week.
Choi Woo-shik stars in 'Time to Hunt', which premiered on Netflix on April 10, 2020—bypassing theaters and becoming the first South Korean film to debut exclusively on the platform. The thriller expanded globally on April 23, reaching audiences in 190 countries.
"Time to Hunt," starring Choi Woo-shik, was initially set for a theatrical release on February 26, 2020.
"Time to Hunt" will debut exclusively on Netflix in 190 countries, marking the first South Korean film to bypass theaters for the platform.
"Choi Woo-shik stars in the globally released Netflix film 'Time to Hunt.'"
Choi Woo-shik gained global recognition starring as Ki-woo in 'Parasite', which hit U.S. theaters on October 11, 2019. The film's success boosted his international profile.
The film 'Parasite,' starring Choi Woo-shik as Ki-woo, was released in the United States.
Choi Woo-shik had a surprise cameo as an exorcist in 'The Divine Fury' (2019), reuniting with Park Seo-joon and showcasing their strong friendship and on-screen chemistry. This marked their second collaboration in a row.
Choi Woo-shik makes a cameo as an exorcist priest in 'The Divine Fury,' continuing his collaboration with Park Seo-joon and expanding his versatile acting career.
Choi Woo-shik rose to global fame after starring in 'Parasite', which won the Palme d'Or and Best Picture at the Oscars, showcasing his acting talent. The film’s success also highlighted his chemistry with Park Seo-joon, who made a cameo, further boosting both actors' careers. This breakthrough set high expectations for Choi’s future projects.
Director Bong Joon-ho initially conceptualized Choi Woo-shik's character Ki-woo in the early draft of 'Parasite,' which later won an Oscar for Best Original Screenplay.
"Choi Woo-shik's film 'Parasite' competes at Cannes, marking a career milestone as its universal themes aim to resonate globally despite Korean-specific elements."
"Choi Woo-shik's role in the Palme d'Or-winning 'Parasite' significantly boosted his international recognition."
Choi Woo-shik gained international fame and acclaim for his role in the Palme d'Or-winning film 'Parasite', where his collaboration with Park Seo-joon showcased their mutual inspiration and dynamic on-screen chemistry.
Choi Woo-shik plays one of three suitors vying for Princess Song-hwa's hand in 'The Princess and the Matchmaker', a 2018 historical comedy-drama exploring Korean fortune-telling traditions. The Jupiter Film production hit theaters on February 28, 2018.
Choi Woo-shik stars in the historical comedy-drama 'The Princess and the Matchmaker,' part of Jupiter Film's trilogy on Korean fortune-telling, as a suitor for Princess Song-hwa.
'Okja,' starring Choi Woo-shik and directed by Bong Joon-ho, premiered globally on Netflix and in select Korean theaters in June 2017, boosting Choi's international profile. The film's controversial dual release—facing a boycott by major Korean cinema chains—sparked debates about streaming versus theatrical distribution.
The 70th Cannes Film Festival featured the premiere of 'Okja,' starring Choi Woo-shik, before its closing on May 28, 2017.
"Okja," starring Choi Woo-shik and directed by Bong Joon-ho with an international cast, is set for a simultaneous release in Korean theaters and on Netflix in June 2017, marking Choi's involvement in a major international project, though no exact date is confirmed.
Netflix's global release of 'Okja' on June 28, 2017, following its Cannes premiere, boosts Choi Woo-shik's international profile and expands his global reach, with a South Korean release set for June 29, 2017.
On June 29, 2017, Netflix released 'Okja' in South Korea after its U.S. debut, featuring Choi Woo-shik. Despite a boycott by major cinema chains, the film screened in select South Korean theaters, sparking debates about film distribution.
Choi Woo-shik made his breakthrough in 2014 with his first lead role in 'Set Me Free', calling it a revelation of his "true self" that shaped his career.
Choi Woo-shik credits his breakthrough leading role in 'Set Me Free' as a life-changing experience that shaped his career and self-discovery.