Ive also played a president, so all very extreme situations and occasions, says Jang.

Jang recently wrapped production for Korean action featureNight Fever, which is slated for release in summer this year.

Shooting in Thailand, Jang plays an Interpol officer investigating a drug case in the country.

Korean actor Jang Dong-gun arrives at the 18th Asian Film Awards on March 16, 2025 in Hong Kong.

Korean actor Jang Dong-gun arrives at the 18th Asian Film Awards on March 16, 2025 in Hong Kong.Anthony Kwan/Getty Images

Jang says this is a conscious choice.

When asked to pick the most memorable project from his storied career, Jang selected 2001 action neo-noirFriend.

InThe Promise, I worked with Japanese and Chinese actors, which was really unforgettable.

WGA West building in Hollywood

Also, inDangerous Liaisons, I got to collaborate with Hong Kong actors and actresses.

Outside ofKorea, Jang says that Hong Kongs Chow Yun-fat and Tony Leung were major sources of inspiration.