Three of Korea’s most respected character actors are teaming up to play a family that fears absolutely nothing. “Portrait of a Family” is shaping up to be one of this fall’s most talked-about releases.
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Portrait of a Family: Film Overview
Ryu Seung-ryong, Ha Ji-won, and Kim Si-a lead this desperate family saga, joined by veteran actors Kim Hae-sook, Kim Sun-young, and Kim Young-min, who play a unique family that fears nothing when it comes to protecting Dong-ju.
| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| Korean Title | 비광 (Bigwang) |
| Director | Lee Ji-won |
| Lead Cast | Ryu Seung-ryong, Ha Ji-won, Kim Si-a |
| Supporting Cast | Kim Hae-sook, Kim Sun-young, Kim Young-min |
| Release Date | September 2, 2026 |
| Genre | Family drama/thriller |
Portrait of a Family: The Story
Baseball player Jung-gu and movie star Nam-mi are a celebrity couple blissfully happy in their careers and marriage, until a girl named Dong-ju shows up and instantly destroys their lives — seven years later, when Dong-ju gets involved in the death of a middle-school girl, the couple decides to fight a battle they have no chance of winning.
Meet The Family Standing Behind Them
Kim Hae-sook plays Jung-goo’s mother, Kim Sun-young plays his older sister, and Kim Young-min plays his brother-in-law</cite> — a trio whose fierce loyalty becomes central to the story’s emotional weight. Yoo Jae-myung also joins as Kwak Chang-gi, the head of a large corporation connected to Jung-gu’s past baseball career.
Why This Cast Matters
This isn’t the first time these veteran names have carried a project. Kim Sun-young previously won Best Supporting Actress at the 56th Baeksang Arts Awards for her role in “Crash Landing on You,” while Kim Hae-sook remains one of Korean cinema’s most decorated character actresses. Their pairing here adds serious dramatic heft to a story already built around raw, high-stakes family loyalty — a theme that runs deep through Korean cinema as a whole.
The film was originally set to begin shooting back in 2020 but was delayed due to the COVID-19 pandemic, making this long-awaited release even sweeter for fans who’ve followed its journey.
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FAQs
Q1. When does Portrait of a Family release in theaters?
The film is set for release on September 2, 2026.
Q2. Who do Kim Hae Sook, Kim Sun Young, and Kim Young Min play in the film?
They play Jung-goo’s mother, older sister, and brother-in-law respectively.
