Actor Kim Jae Yeong is embarking on a new chapter in his career after signing an exclusive contract with Fantagio.
The agency officially announced the news on November 10, welcoming the actor to its growing roster of artists and promising full support as he continues developing his career across dramas and films.
Fantagio stated,
“We signed an exclusive contract with Kim Jae Yeong.
We will spare no effort in supporting Kim Jae Yeong, who has been building his filmography with stable acting skills and unique charm, so that he can fully showcase his potential.”
The move comes at an exciting point in Kim Jae Yeong’s career.
The actor has steadily expanded his filmography over the years, taking on characters across different genres and demonstrating his versatility.
His recent projects have also allowed him to explore both romantic and more intense roles, while his upcoming film is expected to present him in a completely different light.
With Fantagio now managing his activities, attention is turning toward the actor’s future projects and the opportunities that could follow his agency transition.
Kim Jae Yeong Builds a Diverse Acting Career
Kim Jae Yeong made his acting debut through the 2013 film “No Breathing.”
Since then, he has appeared in a variety of television and film productions, gradually establishing himself as a recognizable actor.
His drama credits include “100 Days My Prince,” “Love in Contract,” “The Judge From Hell,” and “IDOL I,” among other projects.
Through these productions, Kim Jae Yeong has taken on characters with different personalities and backgrounds, allowing him to demonstrate a broad acting range.
The actor most recently drew attention through the TVING original series “Make Me Tingle,” where he portrayed Doko Dal.
The role gave him an opportunity to showcase his romantic-comedy skills while portraying a character with a distinctive personality.
Kim Jae Yeong’s performance as Doko Dal also highlighted his ability to express more subtle emotions as the character navigated situations that challenged his established views.
His portrayal added another memorable role to his growing filmography and further demonstrated his versatility as an actor.
His career has also been shaped by his background as a model.
Known for his tall physique and distinctive appearance, Kim Jae Yeong initially entered the entertainment industry through modeling before expanding into acting.
Actor Prepares for a New Challenge in ‘The Roundup 5’
Kim Jae Yeong’s signing with Fantagio comes just as he prepares for another major acting challenge.
He is confirmed to appear in the upcoming film “The Roundup 5,” the latest installment of the popular action franchise led by Ma Dong Seok.
Unlike his recent romantic-comedy role, Kim Jae Yeong will take on a powerful villain character in the film.
His role as Lee Kang Tae is expected to showcase a much darker side of his acting abilities, creating a sharp contrast with the characters he has recently portrayed.
“The Roundup 5” follows detective Ma Seok Do, played by Ma Dong Seok, as he takes on a dangerous criminal operation led by Lee Kang Tae.
The film also features Seo Hyun Woo, Lee Hak Joo, Baek Hyun Jin, and Kim Min Ho.
Filming for the fifth installment began in May 2026, with director Heo Myeong Haeng returning to helm the project.
The upcoming movie gives Kim Jae Yeong an opportunity to work within one of Korea’s major action franchises while taking on one of its central antagonists.
Meanwhile, Fantagio represents a diverse group of actors, singers, and entertainers, including Kim Seon Ho, Mun Ka Young, Lee Sung Kyung, Lee Se Young, Ong Seong Wu, Cha Jun Hwan, ASTRO, Lee Changsub, and LUN8.
With his new agency partnership and a major film role ahead, Kim Jae Yeong is entering an important new phase of his career.
His transition to Fantagio is expected to provide further opportunities for him to explore different characters and genres, while “The Roundup 5” will offer audiences a chance to see him take on a striking new role.
