Ryu Seung-ryong Donates His Talent to Public Campaigns & Narration, Spreading Goodwill

Actor Ryu Seung-ryong is amplifying positive influence in the entertainment world―not just through a steady slate of projects, but also through consistent public service.

Most recently, he joined a public-interest campaign by the Korea Foundation for Persons with Disabilities to support households facing crises. Deeply moved by the initiative to help families of people with disabilities in unexpected emergencies, he shared, “I took part hoping the new year inspires us to take another look at our neighbors’ lives,” delivering heartfelt encouragement to those in need.

His care for people naturally extended to life and nature. Long interested in the subject, Ryu lent his voice as the narrator for SBS Special’s "Weird Veterinarian at Weird Zoo" after connecting with the program’s mission. Highlighting the lives of animals and the world beyond the zoo, the documentary left a strong impression on him. “I teared up just reading the script. If I get the chance, I really want to visit Cheongju Zoo,” he said, revealing deep empathy that further grounded the program’s message.

He also drew attention by joining the independent documentary film Pasi as a moderator, aligning with its goal of re-examining the histories of islands and seas.

Ryu added his voice to recognizing and honoring social responsibility as well. He participated in the “Housing Support Campaign for South Korean Meritorious Persons,” organized by Professor Seo Kyung-duk of Sungshin Women’s University and the international housing nonprofit Korea Habitat. With his signature, resonant tone, he brought sincerity to the stories of honorees and encouraged wider awareness and participation.

Ryu’s ripple effect reached fellow artists, too. He donated his talent to the audiobook project "100 Actors Read Our Prose," a collaboration between the Korea Theater Artists Welfare Foundation and Communication Books. Embracing the project’s aim to direct reading proceeds toward emergency medical and living expenses for theater professionals, he recorded Kim Koo’s "My Wish"―revisiting the “power of a high culture” the teacher envisioned―and will deliver a steady message of support so theater artists don’t lose their dreams or courage.

From neighbors in need to nature and animals, to national honorees, and even colleagues in arts and culture―his circle of care keeps widening. His past efforts―Jeju Olle Trail preservation, coal briquette sharing, meal support for seniors, campaigns remembering independence activists, narration for nature restoration documentaries, and volunteer work for the Baengnyeongdo Sagot Beach preservation project―sit on the same continuum.

Ryu also had a standout 2025 as an actor. Following Disney’s original series "Low Life," where he delivered a layered villain, he earned praise on JTBC’s "The Dream Life of Mr. Kim" for portraying an everyman that viewers could truly root for.

(SBS Entertainment News | Kim Ji-hye)