Kim Jae-rok

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Characters played by Kim Jae-rok

Mr. Kim — Train to Busan (2016)

Passenger attempting to secure a safe compartment.

Baek Ju-sang — The Ugly (2025)

Older version of the tyrannical boss and former employer, responsible for Young-hee's firing and abuse, and later manipulating Yeong-gyu into murder.

Jae-sik's Father — My Lovely Angel (2021)

Jae-sik’s father is reconnected with him in the countryside, where his needs add to Jae-sik’s responsibility alongside caring for Eun-hye.

NGO Planner — Crossing (2008)

The NGO Planner offers North Korean refugees an opportunity to take part in interviews and receive payment after completing the work. This offer becomes one possible route for the refugees to seek support as they travel toward Shenyang and the German Embassy; Kim Yong-soo remains focused on obtaining help for his sick wife and son.

Father — Fighter (2021)

Jina's father remains in North Korea while she tries to establish herself in South Korea. Jina hopes that he will eventually join her, but the summary gives no further details about his actions or their contact. He is also part of the painful family history Jina hears from her mother, who says she left Jina and her father when Jina was twelve.

Doctor — If You Were Me 5 (2011)

A doctor character in If You Were Me 5, an omnibus film exploring violence, social control, and the limits of individual perception.

Career Overview

Kim Jae-rok has 57 screen credits in a career dating back to 1995. Their work spans 3 cinematic universes — most prominently Kim Dae Jung Trilogy with 1 titles. Signature works include A Dreaming Butterfly, Home meal, The Ugly. 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
57
Birth Date
1965-11-07
Birth Place
South Korea

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Associated Universes

Universe traveler — spans 3 universes

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