{
  "id": 10440209,
  "title": "'A turning point in my career': Woo Do-hwan",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/28/a-turning-point-in-my-career-woo-do-hwan",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-09-28T12:32:03.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "The Korea Times",
    "slug": "the-korea-times",
    "url": "https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/entertainment/shows-dramas/20260928/a-turning-point-in-my-career-woo-do-hwan"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Actor Woo Do-hwan reflects on the completion of his role in Disney+’s flagship original series Made in Korea, recognizing it as a significant turning point in his decade-long career. After spending nearly three years immersed in director Woo Min-ho’s historical thriller, the 34-year-old leaves behind a project defined by intense period storytelling, meticulous craftsmanship, and a rare opportunity to share the screen with two of Korea's most esteemed leading men. Set in turbulent 1970s Korea, the series follows the explosive ambition and power struggles between Baek Ki-tae (portrayed by Hyun Bin) and Jang Gun-young (played by Jung Woo-sung). Woo delivers a captivating performance as Baek Ki-hyun, the younger brother of Ki-tae, an elite officer who rapidly ascends to the nation’s Defense Security Command, aiming to fulfill his ambitions.",
  "summary": "For actor Woo Do-hwan, completing his journey on Disney+’s flagship original series \"Made in Korea\" was more than just wrapping another production — it marked a pivotal, transformative milestone in his decade-long career. Stepping off set after spending nearly three years immersed in director Woo Min-ho’s sprawling historical thriller, the 34-year-old actor leaves behind a project defined by…",
  "key_points": [
    "Actor Woo Do-hwan completes role in Disney+ series Made in Korea.",
    "Series set in turbulent 1970s Korea features Baek Ki-tae and Jang Gun-young.",
    "Woo Do-hwan's performance marks significant turning point in his career."
  ],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 2,
    "also_reported_by": [
      {
        "outlet": "The Korea Times",
        "title": "'A turning point in my career': Woo Do-hwan",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/28/a-turning-point-in-my-career-woo-do-hwan-10443769",
        "published": "2026-09-28T12:47:03.000Z"
      }
    ]
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}