Park Hee-soon's 'Romeo' Days in Theater Revealed: Colleagues Recall His Star Status

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Park Hee-soon's 'Romeo' Days in Theater Revealed: Colleagues Recall His Star Status

Seungho Yoo · September 12, 2025 at 20:09

Actor Park Hee-soon's past popularity as a 'Romeo' in the theater scene has been brought to light, drawing considerable attention. In a recent YouTube video on the 'Channel Fifteen Nights' channel, released on the 12th, director Na Young-seok, Park Chan-wook, and actors Lee Byung-hun, Son Ye-jin, Park Hee-soon, Lee Sung-min, and Yum Hye-ran shared stories.

During the conversation, fellow actor Yum Hye-ran reminisced, "I was such a huge fan. Weren't you the Romeo for the 'Mokwha' theater company back then?" she asked, praising his former stardom, which made Park Hee-soon blush. Actor Lee Sung-min chimed in, recalling, "When watching plays in Daehangno, there were always actors who stood out, and he was already a star." Lee Byung-hun further added, "My wife, Lee Min-jung, also started in theater, and she had heard a lot about Hee-soon from back then," confirming his established reputation even before they worked together.

Park Hee-soon began his acting career in theater in 1990, joining the renowned 'Mokwha' theater company. His exceptional acting talent and charisma quickly garnered attention within the theater community. He has since transitioned to film and television, captivating audiences with his diverse roles and establishing himself as a widely recognized star.