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<h2>Early Life and Background</h2>
Sung Kang was born on April 8, 1972, in Gainesville, Georgia, USA. His birth name is <a href="/biography/sung-kang">Kang Sung-Ho</a>. Born to South Korean immigrant parents, Kang grew up in the American South, balancing his Korean heritage with his American upbringing. From a young age, he expressed a deep interest in acting, a passion he would later pursue with dedication and perseverance.

<h2>Breakthrough Role and Hollywood Debut</h2>
Kang began his professional acting career in 1999, gradually building a resume that showcased his versatility. His breakthrough came in 2002 with the independent film Better Luck Tomorrow, where he played the role of Han Lue (originally credited as Han Seoul-Oh), a quiet but complex gangster. The film, directed by <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Justin_Lin">Justin Lin</a>, received critical acclaim and helped establish Kang as a rising talent in Hollywood.

<h2>The Fast & Furious Franchise</h2>
Sung Kang’s portrayal of Han Lue became iconic through his recurring role in The Fast & the Furious franchise. He first reprised the character in Fast & Furious: Tokyo Drift (2006), and continued to appear in subsequent installments including Fast & Furious (2009), Fast Five (2011), Fast & Furious 6 (2013), Furious 7 (2015), and returned in F9 (2021). His performance brought depth and popularity to a fan-favorite character, solidifying his place in action cinema.

<h2>Film Roles Beyond Fast & Furious</h2>
Outside the Fast & Furious series, Kang has portrayed a variety of roles in both independent and mainstream films. He starred as <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sam_Kim">Sam Kim</a> in the critically acclaimed indie film The Motel (2005) and played an FBI agent in the action film War (2007), opposite <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jet_Li">Jet Li</a> and <a href="/biography/jason-statham">Jason Statham</a>.

In the fantasy action film Forbidden Warrior (2005), Kang portrayed the son of <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Genghis_Khan">Genghis Khan</a>. He was cast frequently in action films due to his physical presence and height—he stands six feet tall. His other notable film credits include Live Free or Die Hard (2007), Ninja Assassin (2009), and Bullet to the Head (2013), where he played Detective Taylor Kwon alongside <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sylvester_Stallone">Sylvester Stallone</a>.

In 2015, he appeared in four different films: Ana Maria in Novela Land, Furious 7, Hollywood Adventures, and Pali Road. He was also involved in the production of The Free World, which was released in 2016.

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<h2>Television Appearances</h2>
Kang has also built a steady television career, appearing in numerous American TV shows across various genres. His early roles include a student in an episode of Felicity (1999), Xian Law in Martial Law (2000), and Jordan in Spin City (2002). In 2003, he played Malcolm Rama in an episode of The Shield, and notably portrayed Mr. Huang in episodes of Monk (2005, 2009).

An additional television credit includes a guest appearance in the comedy sketch show MADtv, in a recurring sketch segment where he played the role of Gin Kew Yun Chun Yew Nee, a caricatured, narcissistic president in a fictional Korean dramedy spoof.

<h2>Entrepreneurial Ventures and Personal Life</h2>
Outside of acting, Kang once explored the restaurant business. He owned Saketini, a Brentwood, Los Angeles-based Asian fusion restaurant, which operated until its closure in 2013. Despite stepping away from the culinary industry, the experience added another layer to his multifaceted career.

In his personal life, Sung Kang is known to maintain privacy. He is married to Miki Yim, and while he occasionally shares glimpses of his life with fans, he generally keeps his relationships and personal matters out of the public eye.

<h2>Legacy and Continued Career</h2>
Sung Kang’s career reflects a steady trajectory marked by hard work, adaptability, and talent. Whether in a high-octane action film or an independent character piece, he brings authenticity and presence to every role. As an <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Asian_Americans">Asian American</a> actor, his work contributes significantly to increasing visibility and nuanced representation in mainstream Hollywood cinema.

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