An eclectic career spanning over a decade has seen ‘The Atypical Family’ star excel and expand through the artful blending of his charisma, emotions, and inventiveness Jang Ki-yong at the promotions for 'The Atypical Family.' Photo courtesy of JTBC. Jang Ki-yong’s transition from the runway to the realm of acting has only seamlessly translated to his on-screen charm and portrayals courtesy of his inherent physical attributes that made him a successful model, starting at 20 through 2012’s Seoul Fashion Week.
Jang’s magnetism, attributed to his handsome, sharp features and towering stature, surely contributes to the attraction and plausibility of the characters he embodies. It, as we know, is rooted in the interaction between physical capital and an actor’s craft—providing a solid basis for honing how they act to accurately put across characters, their moods, and attitudes by way of appearance—that’s integral to Jang Ki-yong’s image in my eyes. I also feel Jang has been able to build this on-screen image wholly harmonious with his desired public identity, appealing to us through his smooth blend of performance and personality.
So as a model-turned-actor, he exploits his physicality to give off that amazing, engaging presence in his roles, leaving an impression. His sleek and enigmatic technique, along with his looks, has made him a coveted Korean actor who enjoys popularity around the world, either as an archetypal lead character or any other for that matter.
