The janggu (Korean: 장구, also transliterated as janggo or changgo) or seyogo (세요고; 細腰鼓; lit. slim waist drum) is a drum often used in traditional Korean music. [1][2] It consists of an hourglass -shaped body with two heads made from various types of leather. [2] .

Jang Dong-gun (born March 7, 1972) is a South Korean actor. He is best known for his leading roles in the films Friend (2001) and Taegukgi: The Brotherhood of War (2004). Jang is one of the highest-paid actors and celebrity endorsers in Korea, [ 2 ] consistently topping surveys by industry insiders of most bankable stars.

Oct 13, 2022 · Earlier in 2020, Jang Dong-gun was caught up in a scandal with Jo Jin Mo, his best friend, and suffered a direct blow to his image. Part of his text messages with Joo Jin-mo were leaked due to hacking, causing controversy as the content of the conversation that was supposed to be with Jang Dong-gun spread and became controversial.

Jang gained widespread critical acclaim for his portrayal of a troubled high school student who joins the mafia, paving the way for him to star in the 2004 Taegukgi: The Brotherhood of War, about the Korean War, which again shattered box office records.

Aug 4, 2023 · Jang Dong Gun is a popular and well-renowned South Korean actor, who has been active in the entertainment business for over more than 20 years in both television and film. For a time, he was the highest paid actor in South Korea.

Jun 19, 2023 · Jang Dong-gun is a South Korean actor, who started his acting career in 1992 and has become one of the most popular actors in South Korea. He has starred in numerous TV dramas and films, including ‘All About Eve’, ‘Friend’, ‘Taegukgi’, and ‘The Warrior’s Way’.

Mar 16, 2025 · A household name after starring in Korean epics like Taegukgi: Brotherhood of War and Friend, Jang Dong-gun has been part of the explosive growth of the Korean film industry and has worked with...

Nov 8, 2023 · Jang Dong-gun is a highly acclaimed South Korean actor and film producer, known for his magnetic charisma and versatile talent. His international breakthrough came with the visually stunning film “The Warrior’s Way.”

Sep 26, 2024 · Veteran actor Jang Dong-gun shared his feelings about returning to the screen after a lengthy hiatus following a private life controversy.

Nov 5, 2023 · Actor Jang Dong-gun eagerly awaited the second season of 'Arthdal Chronicles' and was happy to be reunited with the character Ta-gon.