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Lee Min Ho Holds the Title of Most Beloved Korean Actor Globally for 11 Years

April 3, 2024April 3, 2024 koreanophileshallyu, k-drama, kdrama, lee min ho

Actor Lee Min Ho has achieved success earning the title of the Korean actor worldwide for 11 years, in a row. This recognition comes from the “2024 Overseas Korean Wave Survey,” a collaboration between the Ministry of Culture Sports and Tourism and the Korea Foundation for International Cultural Exchange. Lee Min Ho’s enduring popularity is credited to his role in driving the Korean Wave in regions like the Middle East and Southeast Asia where interest in Korean dramas is surging. He has consistently ranked high across continents showcasing his appeal.…

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Kim Soo Hyun and Lee Min Ho Could Have Been Rivals in a K-drama!

November 7, 2023November 7, 2023 koreanophilesBoys Over Flowers, kdrama, kim soo hyun, lee min ho

Would you believe that Kim Soo Hyun and Lee Min Ho could have been in one K-drama? It will be a dream come true for K-drama fans. In the early days of their career, Kim Soo Hyun and Lee Min Ho could have been rivals in the hit 2009 series “Boys Over Flowers.” “Boys Over Flowers,” a South Korean drama that aired in 2009, found its way into the hearts of viewers worldwide. The show featured an ensemble cast, including Lee Min Ho, Kim Hyun Joong, Kim Bum, Kim Joon,…

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BLACKPINK’s Jisoo and After School’s Nana will Reportedly Work with Lee Min Ho and Ahn Hyo Seop in a New K-Movie!

October 24, 2023October 24, 2023 koreanophilesafter school, ahn hyo seop, blackpink, jisoo, k-movie, lee min ho, nana, Omniscient Reader's Viewpoint

The upcoming 30 billion won movie “Omniscient Reader’s Viewpoint” reveals its cast lineup. According to film insiders on October 24, Lee Min Ho and Ahn Hyo Seop will be joined by BLACKPINK’s Jisoo, After School’s Nana, Chae Soo Bin, Jung Sung Il, and Park Ho San for the upcoming movie Omniscient Reader’s Viewpoint.” Reports stated that the cast is already coordinating with the production team. Jisoo and Nana’s side have responded to the casting news and shared that the two are both in discussion and reviewing the offer to appear…

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K-Drama Actors That Have Their Official Lightsticks

March 16, 2023March 16, 2023 koreanophilesbae suzy, hyun bin, Jung Hae In, kdrama, kim nam gil, lee min ho, lighstick, park bo gum, park eun bin, Song kang

In recent years, Korean drama (Kdrama) actors releasing their official lightsticks have become increasingly popular among fans. A lightstick is a glowing handheld device used by fans to show support for their favorite artists during concerts and other live events. While the tradition of using lightsticks originated in the K-pop industry, it has now spread to the Kdrama industry as well. Many Kdrama actors have recognized the importance of building a strong relationship with their fans and have released their lightsticks as a way to connect with them. By releasing…

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LEE MIN HO is SMDC’s Newest Brand Ambassador

March 2, 2023March 2, 2023 koreanophileslee min ho, smdc

Leading property developer SM Development Corporation (SMDC) is launching its newest advertising campaign, which has a superstar endorser, Korean actor Lee Min Ho. “I’m honored to be part of the SMDC family. It’s very important for a person to have a space to call home,” Lee Min Ho shared. He added that being able to influence home buyers in owning their home is something he is grateful for. Lee Min Ho is the lead actor of the Korean drama series “Boys Over Flowers,” “City Hunter,” “The Heirs,” “The Legend of…

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Korean Actors That Dated After Their K-Drama And Are No Longer Together

January 24, 2023January 24, 2023 koreanophilescity hunter, dating, Descendants of the Sun, Gunman In Joseon, kdrama, korean drama, lee joon gi, lee min ho, lee sung kyung, nam joo hyuk, park min young, song hye kyo, song joong ki, Weightlifting Fairy Kim Bok Joo

Are you one of those k-drama fans who ship the main leads and wish for them to date in real life? Many Korean celebrities who participated in the same drama began dating afterward. Several of the most adored Korean drama actors fell in love with their co-stars after appearing in just one drama together. Sadly, unlike the k-dramas they starred in, even when love blossomed, their love tale came to an end. The following are some of the most well-known K-drama couples that once dated but are no longer together:…

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5 K-Drama Male Leads With Tsundre Personality

September 3, 2022September 3, 2022 koreanophilescha eun woo, jang geun seuk, jun ho, kdrama, lee min ho, so ji sub

One of the mose famous character type among K-Dramas! The cold, mysterious type has been a favorite of K-Drama fans for many years now. The term “tsundere” refers to the personality or the ones who has a cold outward behavior while being actually warm and caring is a trope many women fall in love. Below are just some of our favorite male leads who looks very intimidating yet very caring and warm when they fall in love. Joo Joong Won from Master’s Sun Played by So Ji Sub, his first…

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11 High School Romance K-Dramas You’ll Love

January 21, 2022July 29, 2023 koreanophilescha eun woo, eunji, high school, kdrama, kim so hyun, kim soo hyun, korean drama, lee min ho, park shin hye, sejeong, Song kang, suzy

If there’s a K-Drama genre you once got obsessed with its probably; high school romance K-Dramas! Well we can’t blame you for not loving this genre as it brings back memories and gives heart-fluttering moments from the innocent characters! Here are some of the best high school romance K-Dramas we got obsessed with! 1) School 2017 (2017)Watch the trailer here: Where to watch: Netflix, VIU, and Viki 2) Dream High (2011)Watch the trailer here: Where to watch: Netflix, VIU, and Viki 3) The Heirs (2013)Watch the trailer here:…

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K-Dramas in 2022 You Should Watch Out For

December 28, 2021March 4, 2022 koreanophilesbae suzy, cha eun woo, ha jungwoo, han hyo joo, han ji min, han so hee, Jo In Sung, kang daniel, kdrama, kim go eun, korean drama, krystal, lee byung hun, lee je hoon, lee min ho, lee sung kyung, park hyung sik, rain, seo yeji, shin min ah, son ye jin, song hye kyo, song joong ki

If you thought 2020 and 2021 are some of the best years for K-drama fans, 2022 will surely be on that list! Check out some of the most awaited Korean series of 2022: Chaebol Family’s Youngest Son Song Joong Ki’s back on the small screen together with Shin Hyun Been, and Lee Sung Min. Adapted from the web novel “Youngest Son of a Conglomerate” and is expected to air in the first half of 2022 on JTBC. Money Heist The Korean adaptation is on its way featuring Park Hae Soo,…

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Upcoming Projects from K-Drama Kings

June 18, 2021July 23, 2021 koreanophilesahn bo hyun, Cha Seung Won, Jo In Sung, Jung Hae In, kim bum, kim soo hyun, Lee Jong Suk, lee min ho, nam joo hyuk, park seo joon

In the past years, we have been blessed with amazing dramas and movies from our favorite Korean actors. But after binge-watching the entire series, don’t you feel the draught and miss them? Don’t worry! Korean drama kings are all confirmed to star in upcoming several dramas with various genres. Here are some of the upcoming projects of your favorite K-drama actors: Kim Seon Ho with Shin Min Ah in the drama “Seashore Village ChaChaCha” Park Seo Joon with Han So Hee in the drama “Gyeongseong Creature” *Park Seo Joon and…