Actor Ryu Jun-yeol has officially signed an exclusive contract with United Artist Agency (UAA), joining the ranks of renowned talents such as Song Hye-kyo and Yoo Ah-in.

On the 25th, UAA announced, "Ryu Jun-yeol is an unrivaled actor with exceptional acting skills and a distinctly unique presence. We are committed to supporting him so that he can further showcase his talents and soar even higher as an actor."

Ryu Jun-yeol made a strong impression in 2015 with his role in the film "Socialphobia," quickly capturing the public’s attention. That same year, he became a household name through the hit tvN drama "Reply 1988," where his deep, resonant voice and nuanced emotional performance earned him widespread acclaim. Since then, Ryu Jun-yeol has continued to make his mark across diverse genres.

In 2017, after his appearance in "The King," he achieved "ten million actor" status with "A Taxi Driver," which drew over 12.18 million viewers. Ryu has since solidified his reputation in Korean cinema, starring in numerous notable films including "Little Forest," "Believer," "Money," "The Battle: Roar to Victory," "Alienoid," and "The Night Owl."

Ryu Jun-yeol’s talents have been widely recognized, winning various newcomer awards in 2017, such as Best New Actor at the 53rd Baeksang Arts Awards (film category). More recently, he has continued to earn major accolades. In 2023, he received the Best Actor award in the film category at the 59th Baeksang Arts Awards for "The Night Owl," as well as Best Actor at the 43rd Korean Association of Film Critics Awards, the 43rd Golden Cinematography Awards, and the 28th Chunsa International Film Festival.

His most recent project, the Netflix series "The 8 Show," has also been well received, drawing praise for his powerful and immersive performance. With his new partnership at UAA, industry watchers are eager to see what new heights Ryu Jun-yeol will reach as an actor.

UAA currently represents leading stars such as Song Hye-kyo, Yoo Ah-in, Kim Dae-myung, Ahn Eun-jin, Kim Da-mi, and Jang Ki-yong.

Note “This article was translated from the original Korean version using AI assistance, and subsequently edited by a native-speaking journalist.”

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