Min Kyung-jin, born on July 16, 1955, is a South Korean actor. Known for his long and prolific career as a character actor, he is one of the most recognizable figures in Korean cinema and television, praised for his versatility and his ability to give depth to supporting roles. His filmography includes appearances in internationally acclaimed works, and he has frequently collaborated with director Bong Joon-ho on films such as "Memories of Murder" (2003), "The Host" (2006), and "Mother" (2009). Among his other notable works are "The Wailing" (2016) and the commercial success "A Taxi Driver" (2017). Also active on the small screen, he has appeared in popular series such as "Signal" and "My Mister". For his performance in the film "The President's Last Bang" (2005), he won the Best Supporting Actor award at the Grand Bell Awards, one of South Korea's most prestigious film honors, consolidating his status as a respected and influential actor.