Song Kang Ho makes history at the 75th Cannes Film Festival as he becomes the first Korean artist to receive the Best Actor Award for his outstanding performance in the movie "Broker"!
Song Kang Ho Wins Best Actor Award at 75th Cannes Film Festival
Another historic moment for the Korean film industry happened this year as "Broker" lead actor Song Kang Ho bagged the Best Actor Award at the 75th Cannes Film Festival, making him the first-ever Korean actor to receive the trophy.
At the closing ceremony of the prestigious event on May 28, Song Kang Ho received the Best Actor Award, while Director Chan Wook Park of the film "Decision To Leave" received the Best Director Award.
Song Kang Ho, who was surprised by the recognition, said in his speech he was grateful and honored by the award. But most of all, he was thankful to director Hirokazu Koreeda for allowing him to be part of the movie "Broker."
After calling his co-stars Kang Dong Won, Lee Ji Eun (IU), Lee Joo Young, and Bae Doona. The Best Actor recipient also mentioned CJ ENM's CEO Lee Yoo Jin. Song Kang Ho dedicated the award to all the movie enthusiasts who play an important role in the film industry.
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Song Kang Ho as Most Invited Korean Actor in Cannes Film Festival
Song Kang Ho made his first Cannes Film Festival appearance in 2006 for the movie "The Host."
Since then, he continued to receive invitations to attend the prestigious event. His movies "Secret Sunshine" in 2007 and "Thirst" in 2009 were invited to compete.
In 2008, his movie "The Good, The Bad, The Weird" and "Emergency Declaration" in 2021 were invited to the red carpet, making him the most invited Korean actor to Cannes.
Song Kang Ho was also mentioned for the possibility of winning the Best Actor Actor for "Parasite" in 2019. He also made a record of being appointed as the first Korean male artist to the Cannes Film Festival as a Jury in 2021.
Congratulations to actor Song Kang Ho and the "Broker" team!
What's Next for Song Kang Ho
Following the successful world premiere of "Broker" at the 75th Cannes Film Festival, the movie will finally be released in Korea this coming June 8, while schedules for international release are yet to be announced.
Song Kang Ho is gearing up for a new movie, titled "Cobweb," also known as "Spider's House." He will work with top-notch stars Oh Jung Se, Jeon Yeo Bin, Im Soo Jung, and Krystal Jung.
The film production has already begun, and the team aims to release the movie this year.
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