Who was Choi Bool-am?

Choi Bool-am was one of Korea's most familiar television actors. He was best known as detective Park Young-han in the long-running police drama 'Investigation Chief' and as Kim, the village chairman, in the rural family drama 'Countryside Life'. Generations of viewers grew up seeing him on screen, and his presence felt like a fixture of Korean living rooms.

What was 'Korean Table'?

From 2011 for 14 years, Choi hosted the food documentary program 'Korean Table'. He tasted local dishes and listened to the stories of ordinary families and regional communities. He stepped down from the show last year to focus on rehabilitation.

What happened to Lee Soon-jae and Ahn Sung-ki?

Lee Soon-jae died on November 25 of last year. He was known for the strict father in 'Love Is What Kind of Thing' and for a comedic role in 'Kick Kick Kick'. Ahn Sung-ki died on January 5 of this year. He started as a child actor in 1957 and built a long career in Korean cinema. According to the article, he was preparing a comeback while battling blood cancer.

For international fans

These three actors shaped Korean television and film for decades. Fans looking to explore their work can start with 'Investigation Chief' and 'Countryside Life' for Choi Bool-am, 'Love Is What Kind of Thing' for Lee Soon-jae, and 'Mandara' or 'Tough Cops' for Ahn Sung-ki. Availability on streaming platforms varies by region, so check local services for current listings.