Lee Jae-eung

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Characters played by Lee Jae-eung

Little Boy — Memories of Murder (2003)

Child who accidentally witnesses a murder and provides a crucial sighting.

Se-jin — The Host (2006)

Homeless boy attacked and swallowed by the monster in the sewers.

Seong Nak-an — The President's Barber (2004)

Seong Nak-an is the son born to Seong Han-mo and Kim Min-ja during a period of political turmoil. His arrival gives Han-mo a stronger family responsibility while the country undergoes major changes. The plot summary connects him to the central family as their child, but provides no further actions or independent political role.

Gwang-ho — Bravo, My Life! (2005)

Gwang-ho is a 14-year-old boy beginning junior high in October 1979, when the news of President Park Chung Hee's assassination breaks. As his interest in football and brawling grows, he develops affection for his pretty neighbor Eun-sook. After receiving a good-luck letter, he passes it on to others and feels guilty when people around him begin to disappear.

Kang Bong-gu — Take Off (2009)

Kang Bong-gu is an autistic young man who lives with his grandmother and Kang Chil-gu. When Chil-gu is injured and cannot compete, Bong-gu volunteers to take his place in the ski jumping event. He fails to reach the distance required for a gold medal and nearly dies, but his survival becomes the team’s emotional victory.

Career Overview

Lee Jae-eung has 9 screen credits in a career dating back to 2003. Their work spans 2 cinematic universes — most prominently Bong Joon-ho Films with 2 titles. Signature works include Love Alarm, The Host, The President's Barber. Explore the interactive character relationship maps on each title page to trace how their roles connect across franchises.

Personal Facts

Known For
Acting
Gender
male
Known Credits
9
Birth Date
1991-05-13
Birth Place
Incheon, South Korea

Known For

Associated Universes

Universe traveler — spans 2 universes

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Related entry on Wikidata (Q12612493), public domain (CC0).