Ulju County Appoints Local Actor Manseok Oh as Official Ambassador

A Strong Force to Promote Culture and Tourism

On August 27, Ulju County in Ulsan announced that it has appointed Manseok Oh, a veteran actor originally from the region, as its official ambassador.

The appointment ceremony was held that day at Ulju Cinema Hall 1 in Beomseo-eup, with Ulju County Governor Lee Soongeol, actor Manseok Oh, and about 100 audience members in attendance.

Since his debut in the 1987 play "Cadenza," Manseok Oh has worked as an actor for over 30 years, making his mark in numerous films such as "Secret Sunshine" and "Nameless Gangster: Rules of the Time," as well as dramas like "Negotiation Skills" and "Not a Hero." In addition to his acting career, he has contributed to the revitalization of local culture and the arts by serving as Planning Team Leader at Ulju Culture & Arts Center and as the inaugural Secretary-General of the Ulju Mountain Film Festival in Ulsan.

This appointment ceremony was held in conjunction with the Ulju Mountain Film Festival's screening event, "Monthly UMFF Salon," where the independent film "Jangson," starring Manseok Oh, was shown. "Jangson" is a film that reflects on the meaning of the modern family through the story of three generations of a large family facing the continuation or closure of their family business. Manseok Oh played the role of the eldest son, Taegun, and was nominated for Best Supporting Actor at the Buil Film Awards, a first for this film. The final winner will be announced on September 18.

After the screening, a Q&A session was held to provide an opportunity for communication about the film and the actor's life.

Manseok Oh stated, "Ulju County has long been the foundation of my life, and its beautiful nature always inspires and moves me. As an ambassador, I will do my best to widely promote the unique charm of Ulju County." Governor Lee Soongeol expressed his expectations, saying, "Manseok Oh's acting and warm heart will elevate the dignity and status of Ulju County's culture and arts."

Ulju County plans to actively promote various cultural and tourism resources, including the 10th Ulju Mountain Film Festival to be held from September 26 to 30, together with Manseok Oh.

Ulju County appoints local actor Manseok Oh as its official ambassador and takes a commemorative photo.

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