Park Hae-il (born January 26, 1977) is a South Korean actor known for his versatility and intense performances. He began his career in theater before making his debut on the big screen. His rise to prominence began in 2003 with acclaimed roles in *Jealousy Is My Middle Name*, for which he won several Best New Actor awards, and in Bong Joon-ho's celebrated thriller, *Memories of Murder*. Over the years, he has demonstrated a notable ability to span various genres, portraying complex characters in highly successful films such as the blockbuster *The Host* (2006), the historical action film *War of the Arrows* (2011), and the drama *The Last Princess* (2016). For his performance in *War of the Arrows*, he won the prestigious Best Actor awards at the Grand Bell Awards and the Blue Dragon Film Awards. More recently, his collaboration with director Park Chan-wook in the film *Decision to Leave* (2022) earned him further international acclaim and numerous Best Actor awards, solidifying his status as one of the most respected actors of his generation.