Park Si-hoo Biography: Movies, Awards, Wife, Height, Net Worth, Instagram, Age, Ethnicity, Books, Controversy

Park Si-hoo is a South Korean actor who rose from supporting television roles to become a leading figure in both dramas and films.

Known for his charisma, emotional range, and versatility across genres—from romantic comedies to psychological thrillers—he has built a prominent career marked by critical and commercial success.

His breakthrough roles in The Princess’ Man (2011) and Confession of Murder (2012) placed him as one of Korea’s most recognizable television and film actors.

Profile

• Full name: Park Pyeong-ho
• Stage name: Park Si-hoo
• Date of birth: February 15, 1977
• Age: 48 years old
• Gender: Male
• Place of birth: Eunsanmyeon, Buyeo County, South Chungcheong Province, South Korea
• State of origin: South Chungcheong Province
• Nationality: South Korean
• Profession: Actor, Model
• Height: 182 cm (5 ft 11¾ in)
• Weight: 70 kg (154 lbs)
• Eye color: Dark Brown
• Hair color: Black
• Parents: Father – Park Yong-hoon (former fashion/commercial model)
• Siblings: Younger brother – Park Wu-ho (former professional baseball player for Hyundai Unicorns)
• Spouse: Unmarried
• Children: None
• Relationship status: Single
• Religion: Buddhism
• Ethnicity: Asian (Korean)
• Net worth: $10 million – $12 million USD

Early Life and Education

Park Si-hoo (48 years old) was born on February 15, 1977, in Buyeo County, South Chungcheong Province, South Korea. Coming from a creative and athletic family, his father was a model and his brother a professional baseball player.

He attended Hanyang University, majoring in Theater and Film, where he honed his acting skills. Before gaining fame on television, Park began his entertainment career in the early 2000s as a stage performer and underwear model, appearing in theater productions while supporting himself through modeling jobs.

Personal Life

Park Si-hoo is unmarried and has no publicly known partner or children. He keeps his personal life out of the spotlight, rarely granting interviews about non-professional matters.

Career

Park Si-hoo’s career began with small theater roles and fashion modeling, eventually leading to his first TV appearance in KBS’s “Delightful Girl Choon-Hyang” (2005).

For the next few years, he played supporting characters in series like How to Meet a Perfect Neighbor (2007) and Iljimae (2008), where he began to draw attention for his charisma and subtle emotional delivery.

His breakthrough came in 2010 when he landed lead roles in Prosecutor Princess and Queen of Reversals. His confident and stylish portrayals earned him popularity among both domestic and international audiences.

In 2011, Park starred as the tragic hero Kim Seung-yoo in The Princess’ Man, a historical drama often compared to Romeo and Juliet for its sweeping romance and tragedy. The series was a massive success, solidifying Park as a top Hallyu (Korean Wave) star.

In 2012, he made his film breakthrough with Confession of Murder, a psychological action thriller where he played a serial killer claiming redemption.

The movie’s box office success (grossing over $15 million domestically) and critical acclaim expanded his reputation from television to cinema.

Following a brief hiatus, Park made a successful comeback with My Golden Life (2017–2018), one of KBS’s highest-rated weekend dramas of the decade, surpassing 45% national viewership. He has since continued to appear in both Korean and international projects, including:

• Babel (2019) – a revenge-themed melodrama.
• Kingmaker: The Change of Destiny (2020) – a fantasy sageuk (historical drama).
• Lovely Horribly (2018) – a romantic horror comedy.

His recent work shows a continued interest in complex, morally ambiguous characters that reflect his maturity as an actor.

Awards and Nominations

• 2007 SBS Drama Awards – New Star Award (How to Meet a Perfect Neighbor)
• 2009 SBS Drama Awards – Excellence Award, Actor (Family’s Honor)
• 2010 MBC Drama Awards – Excellence Award, Actor (Queen of Reversals)
• 2011 Style Icon Awards (SIA) – Discovery of the Year
• 2017 KBS Drama Awards – Excellence Award, Actor in a Serial Drama (My Golden Life)
• Baeksang Arts Awards – Best Actor (TV) Nominee (The Princess’ Man)
• Korea Drama Awards (2020) – Top Excellence Award (Kingmaker: The Change of Destiny)

Net Worth

Park Si-hoo’s estimated net worth is between $10 million and $12 million USD. His wealth primarily comes from: Television drama salaries, film royalties, brand endorsements etc.

Controversy

In 2013, Park Si-hoo was accused of sexual assault by a female trainee. The investigation received heavy media coverage but was dropped after the complainant withdrew the charges.

Although no formal conviction occurred, the controversy significantly affected his public image, leading to a two-year hiatus from major domestic projects.

He later resumed his career with After Love (2018) and My Golden Life (2017–18), successfully restoring much of his reputation through professional dedication and consistent performances.

Social Media

• Instagram: @park_si_hoo_01

Filmography

Films:

• Chunhyang (2000, cameo)
• Confession of Murder (2012)
• Scent (2014, Chinese film)
• After Love (2018)

Television Series:

• Delightful Girl Choon-Hyang (2005)
• How to Meet a Perfect Neighbor (2007)
• Iljimae (2008)
• Family’s Honor (2008–2009)
• Prosecutor Princess (2010)
• Queen of Reversals (2010–2011)
• The Princess’ Man (2011)
• Cheongdam-dong Alice (2012–2013)
• My Golden Life (2017–2018)
• Babel (2019)
• Kingmaker: The Change of Destiny (2020)

Discography

• Kimi o… (君を…) – 2013
• Brand New Day – 2014

Books

• Park Si-hoo’s Story in Japan: Love & Life (2015)