❤️Kim Soo Hyun ❤️ 김수현❤️

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*** I don't think any of these news about "Knock Off" is a surprise but, it's certainly a welcomed confirmation. It was never expected to air this year but, could squeeze in a very late 2024 year-end airing date. The confirmation also put to rest the female lead question and it's for sure, Jo Boa and Kwon Nara will be a supporting female lead. Now, that doesn't mean any of the actresses is the romantic interest for the male lead, just that Jo Boa is likely getting the most substantive role and screentime is all. It's a very male centric drama and I'm so seated for this. I have gut feeling of a mega-drama. And this drama has zero-romance for sure. I'm just excited to see Soo Hyun to act again. They could not compete against Netflix on volume, so, they have to go for "quality". And Disney+ is going for "star power". You had me at Kim Soo Hyun! He definitely has a busy year..... likely more to come.  

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*** “Queen of Tears”’s global popularity has sent Kim Soo-hyun and Kim Ji-won’s project to a high position, even surpassing the 2022-2023 sensation “The Glory”.  

 

 

 

 

Top 10 Most-Watched K-Dramas on Netflix as of Mid-2024

 

 

 

According to FlixPatrol, the Top 10 Most-Watched K-Dramas on Netflix, as of Mid-2024 (calculated based on the cumulative viewing hours from day of release to mid-2024), is as below:

 

 

1. Squid Game (2021) – 2,315,500,000 hours – Netflix Original, exclusive streaming.
2. Extraordinary Attorney Woo (2022) – 662,090,000 hours.
3. All of Us Are Dead (2022) – 659,510,000 hours – Netflix Original.
4. Queen of Tears (2024) – 653,900,000 hours.
5. The Glory (2022) – 560,990,000 hours – Netflix Original.
6. King the Land (2023) – 446,900,000 hours.
7. Alchemy of Souls 1 (2022) – 419,030,000 hours.
8. My Demon (2023) – 331,100,000 hours.
9. Hometown Cha-Cha-Cha (2021) – 300,580,000 hours.
10. Business Proposal (2022) – 279,110,000 hours.

 

 

 

 

Source: Flixpatrol

[Magician]

[NEWS] The Korean vegan makeup brand Dinto is ramping up its efforts to enter the Japanese market by promoting its global brand ambassador Kim Soohyun. They plan to introduce a new makeup style in Japan and expand their reach to consumers, leveraging Kim Soohyun’s global fame from K-dramas.

 

On the 27th, Japan’s top variety store chain, LOFT, announced that Dinto’s Blur-Jelly Plumping Lip Tint would be available in stores nationwide starting on the 30th. LOFT operates 161 stores across Japan and is a popular shopping destination, especially among young consumers, due to its wide range of K-beauty brands.

 

The Blur-Jelly Plumping Lip Tint is inspired by the character ‘Le Chat Botté’ (Puss in Boots) by Charles Perrault, aiming to create soft and plump lips that are as irresistible as a cat’s paw.

 

Dinto is offering a special promotion at five locations (Shibuya, Umeda, Yokohama, Chiba, and Sendai): customers who buy two or more products will receive a Kim Soohyun photo card. This strategy is aimed at increasing brand awareness and market share in Japan, leveraging Kim Soohyun’s popularity, especially since he has a strong fanbase in Japan from hit K-dramas like My Love from the Star and It’s Okay to Not Be Okay.

 

With Kim Soohyun’s popularity as a foundation, Dinto plans to solidify its position in Japan and eventually expand into global markets. A Dinto representative stated that their long-term goal is to expand into the US, which has the world’s largest beauty market, and Europe, known for being a leader in the beauty industry.

 

Dinto has quickly become a popular makeup brand in both Korea and Japan, thanks to its unique concept based on classic literature and its vintage-inspired colors and designs. They have also strengthened their competitiveness by obtaining PETA certification, which is awarded to cosmetic brands that use eco-friendly ingredients instead of animal-based ones.

 

https://www.theguru.co.kr/mobile/article.html?no=76487

 

 

 

[Magician]

Kim Soo Hyun x Homeplus

 

 

[Magician]

Kim Soo Hyun Asia Tour in HK

 

 

 

 

[Magician]

[NEWS] Marketing efforts featuring actor Kim Soo Hyun are accelerating Classys Volnewmer’s popularity.

Volnewmer has surpassed 1,000 units in cumulative sales as of this month. Classys, a medical aesthetic platform company led by CEO Baek Seunghan, announced on August 29th that its non-invasive monopolar RF (radiofrequency) device, Volnewmer has surpassed 1,000 units in cumulative sales.

According to Classys, Volnewmer’s global cumulative sales exceeded 1,000 units as of this month. This achievement came 22 months after Volnewmer was officially launched in Korea in November 2022.

 

https://www.mk.co.kr/news/business/11104438

 

 

[Magician]

[FORBES KOREA PICK IDOL & CELEB] 'Which star left a strong impression at the awards ceremony?' 1.  Kim Soo Hyun  with 13,576 votes

 

https://jmagazine.joins.com/forbes/view/340259

 

 

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*** Kim Soo Hyun's video during his win at ‘2024 Newsis K-Expo’. Kim Soo Hyun expressed his gratitude for the recognition, saying, “I’ve been receiving so much love for a great project this year, and it’s such an honor to receive this prestigious award as well,” adding, “I am deeply grateful to everyone who has loved ‘Queen of Tears.’ I will always strive to show my best acting.” Reflecting on his first Asia tour in a decade, Kim Soo Hyun shared a memorable moment: “During the Asia tour, I was singing passionately in front of the fans. The cheers were so loud that they filled my in-ear monitors through the microphone, which was a really thrilling yet overwhelming experience.” 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

source : https://www.newsis.com/view/NISX20240829_0002867628

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Top 10 Most Ideal Boyfriend-Material Male Lead K-drama Characters

 

K-drama male leads are winning hearts for more than just their looks.  Many of them can be seen as the ideal type, according to a recent survey conducted by Instiz online .

 

The Korean forum, which asked netizens about their favorite male lead characters from various shows, listed ten male leads often praised in the survey with comments explaining their popularity, among viewers. They are as follows:

 

 

  Baek Hyun Woo (Queen of Tears) 

 

Baek Hyun Woo won over people with his kind-hearted nature, striking a perfect balance between wit and genuine emotions, which makes him a wonderful companion. 

 

One user said, "He's so charming and sweet, with the lead it just melts my heart!"

 

 

 

source : https://www.kdramastars.com/articles/135139/20240828/top-10-ideal-boyfriend-material-male-lead-k-drama-characters.htm

[Magician]

Kim Soohyun for Classys Volnewmer

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Back to School: Your Favorite High-School Kdramas

 

Vote for your favorite High-School Kdramas. 😎

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[Magician]

The ad for Kim Volnewmer is absolutely stunning

 

 

 

Kim Soohyun for Bench

 

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[New Drama] "Knock Off" (2025)

 

 

Directed by Park Hyeon-seok

Written by Han Jeong-hoon

Network: Disney Plus

With Kim Soo-hyun, Jo Bo-ah, Yoo Jae-myung, Kwon Nara, Kim Mu-yeol, Jo Woo-jin,...

Filming: 2024/07/16~
Synopsis
A work that depicts the story of a man whose life is turned upside down due to the IMF, going from an ordinary office worker to the king of the global counterfeit market.

Broadcast starting date in Korea : 2025

[Magician]

[NEWS] Disney+ has completed the casting lineup for its original series Knock Off, featuring top-tier actors like #

Kim Soohyun and Jo Boah

 

Yoo Jaemyung will play the role of Kim Mansik, the father of Kim Soohyun's character, Kim Seungjun, who is drawn into the world of counterfeit goods. Their father-son dynamic will be one to watch.

 

Actress Lee Jungeun makes a special appearance as Park Aeja, Kim Seungjun’s mother, a retired civil servant who dedicated her life to her family. Additionally, actor Kim Euisung will enrich the story by portraying Bae Pilgu, the uncle of Bae Nuri and the boss of the counterfeit market in Busan.

 

Rising actress Bang Hyorin will play Bae Nuri, the president of Saemmul Market, a haven for counterfeit goods. Through this role, Bang Hyorin will portray a strong character who, despite her young age, rules the counterfeit market as a queen, showing both innocence and cruelty.

 

Kwon Nara will play Moon Yoobin, a designer of top-tier counterfeit bags, while Park Sewan will play her sister, Moon Dabin, who works alongside her. Together, they will portray a sibling dynamic.

 

Actress Kim Hyeeun takes on the role of Jang Jisoo, Bae Nuri’s lawyer and strategist, and actor Go Kyupil will play Donkatsu, Bae Nuri’s right-hand man and enforcer at Saemmul Market. Meanwhile, actor Kim Mooyeol will make a special appearance as Baek Jongmin, a prosecutor from the Central District Prosecutor’s Office and the team leader of the counterfeit enforcement task force who is chasing Bae Nuri and Kim Seungjun. He will be joined by actor Jung Mansik as detective Lee Gibong and actress Kang Malgeum as investigator Je-gal Hyunsook, adding a unique synergy to the team.

 

Knock-Off will be released globally on Disney+ in 2025.

 

https://www.slist.kr/news/articleView.html?idxno=576523

 

 

 

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9 minutes ago, Magician said:

[NEWS] Disney+ has completed the casting lineup for its original series Knock Off, featuring top-tier actors like #

Kim Soohyun and Jo Boah

 

Yoo Jaemyung will play the role of Kim Mansik, the father of Kim Soohyun's character, Kim Seungjun, who is drawn into the world of counterfeit goods. Their father-son dynamic will be one to watch.

 

Actress Lee Jungeun makes a special appearance as Park Aeja, Kim Seungjun’s mother, a retired civil servant who dedicated her life to her family. Additionally, actor Kim Euisung will enrich the story by portraying Bae Pilgu, the uncle of Bae Nuri and the boss of the counterfeit market in Busan.

 

Rising actress Bang Hyorin will play Bae Nuri, the president of Saemmul Market, a haven for counterfeit goods. Through this role, Bang Hyorin will portray a strong character who, despite her young age, rules the counterfeit market as a queen, showing both innocence and cruelty.

 

Kwon Nara will play Moon Yoobin, a designer of top-tier counterfeit bags, while Park Sewan will play her sister, Moon Dabin, who works alongside her. Together, they will portray a sibling dynamic.

 

Actress Kim Hyeeun takes on the role of Jang Jisoo, Bae Nuri’s lawyer and strategist, and actor Go Kyupil will play Donkatsu, Bae Nuri’s right-hand man and enforcer at Saemmul Market. Meanwhile, actor Kim Mooyeol will make a special appearance as Baek Jongmin, a prosecutor from the Central District Prosecutor’s Office and the team leader of the counterfeit enforcement task force who is chasing Bae Nuri and Kim Seungjun. He will be joined by actor Jung Mansik as detective Lee Gibong and actress Kang Malgeum as investigator Je-gal Hyunsook, adding a unique synergy to the team.

 

Knock-Off will be released globally on Disney+ in 2025.

 

https://www.slist.kr/news/articleView.html?idxno=576523

 

 

 

@Magician  I have no idea what happened but, there's a change to one of the female actress leads in "Knock-Off". I have no clue as to who this girl is - Kim Shi Eun has dropped out and rookie actress Bang Hyo Rin has been cast in her role. The drama has already started filming so, it's a very interesting situation, and most recently happened in a much more high profile way when also rookie actress Park Hae Hyun already started filming only to be replaced by Jung So Min. It was reported that the production was not pleased with her performance in the early shoots. I feel so sorry for her. If this is the case, the production made the right call. These things happen so, hopefully, this is just a minor case in the production of Knock Off. I'm so excited for this drama because of Kim Soo Hyun. This drama is getting so much coverage. Love it!  

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Top 10 Most Loved K-drama Couple

 

 

*** According to a recent survey by Gallup Korea, these are the Most Loved K-drama Couple. This online poll, conducted by Star News to celebrate its 20th anniversary, ran from August 19 to August 23 and included responses from 1,052 people aged 19 to 69 across the country.

 

 

3. Kim Soo Hyun and Kim Ji Won from Queen of Tears

One of the most popular K-dramas on the platform in 2024 is Queen of Tears, starring Kim Soo Hyun and Kim Ji Won.

 

The series centers on a couple whose marriage is on the brink of collapse. As they face various challenges, they work to repair their relationship and ultimately find reconciliation. Hae In, the CEO of Queens Department Store, and her husband, Baek Hyun Woo, the legal director of Queens Group, struggle with their troubled marriage. Hyun Woo feels overshadowed by his powerful chaebol in-laws and experiences a distant relationship with his seemingly detached wife.

 

When Hyun Woo learns that Hae In has only three months to live, he initially feels a sense of relief at the thought of avoiding divorce proceedings. He hopes to convince her to change her will and stays by her side, gradually finding comfort and re-evaluating his feelings. As he counts down the days, he starts rediscovering the love he once had for Hae In.

 

Queen of Tears offers a fresh yet classic take on K-dramas. What begins as Hyun Woo's attempt to escape his marriage evolves into a poignant journey of rediscovering love. It’s a blend of predictability and raw emotion, making it both relatable and deeply human.

 

 

 

 

 

 

source : Pinkvilla

 

 

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*** The upcoming drama “Knock Off” has announced its full cast lineup! “Knock Off” is slated to premiere sometime next year.  

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Spoiler

 

 

 

 

source : https://m.entertain.naver.com/now/article/311/0001766902

 

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“Knock Off” Starring Kim Soo Hyun, Jo Bo Ah, And More Confirms Full Cast Lineup

 

Spoiler

 

The upcoming drama “Knock Off” has announced its full cast lineup!

 

“Knock Off” is a story about a man whose life is completely turned upside down by the 1997 Asian financial crisis (also known in Korea as the IMF crisis), transforming from an ordinary office worker to the king of the global counterfeit market. The drama will be helmed by director Park Hyun Suk who is known for hit dramas such as “Forest of Secrets 2” (“Stranger 2”), “Uncontrollably Fond,” and “Song of the Bandits.”

 

Kim Soo Hyun stars as the king of the counterfeit world, Kim Sung Joon, while Jo Bo Ah plays special judicial police officer Song Hye Jung. The full cast of talented actors, set to bring depth to the gripping story, has now been announced.

 

Yoo Jae Myung plays Kim Man Sik, Kim Sung Joon’s father who introduced him to counterfeiting. He will portray a father-son relationship with Kim Soo Hyun.

 

Lee Jung Eun will make a special appearance as Park Ae Ja, the retired civil servant and devoted mother of Kim Sung Joon. Kim Eui Sung will also appear as Bae Pil Gu, Bae Nu Ri’s (Bang Hyo Rin’s) uncle and a key figure in the counterfeit market in Busan, adding depth to the story.

 

Rising star Bang Hyo Rin plays Bae Nu Ri, the chairperson of the counterfeit haven Saemmul Market. Known for her performance in “Hail to Hell,” Bang Hyo Rin will impress as Bae Nu Ri, a young queen of the counterfeit market with a mix of innocence and ruthlessness.

 

Kwon Nara from “Itaewon Class” will play Moon Yu Bin, a designer of high-end counterfeit bags. Park Se Wan, known for her role in “Victory,” will portray Moon Yu Bin’s younger sister Moon Da Bin, who also makes counterfeit bags. The two actresses who star as sisters are expected to explore intricate relationships with Kim Sung Joon as well as the other characters in Saemmul Market.

 

Kim Hye Eun plays Jang Ji Soo, Bae Nu Ri’s lawyer and strategist. Go Kyu Pil, known for his unique charm, portrays Tonkatsu, Bae Nu Ri’s right-hand man and the leader of Saemmul Market’s action team.

 

Kim Moo Yeol will make a special appearance as Baek Jong Min, the leader of the task force investigating counterfeiters Bae Nu Ri and Kim Sung Joon and a prosecutor at the Central District Prosecutor’s Office. Jung Man Sik will play detective Lee Ki Bong, and Kang Mal Geum will portray investigator Jegal Hyun Sook. Their performances are expected to add new dynamic to the show.

 

“Knock Off” is slated to premiere sometime in 2025. Stay tuned for more updates!

 

 

 

credit : soompi news

 

[Magician]

Kim Soohyun for Shabu All Day.

 

 

 

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Kim Soohyun for Dinto Cosmetics

 

 

 

 

 

Kim Soohyun for Volnewmer ‘NEW ME Profile'

 

[Magician]

Actor Kim Soohyun has been selected for the 2024 Brand of the Year Award in the domestic and Vietnam category.

 

The Vietnamese audience has chosen  Queen Of Tears as the Best K-Drama of the Year. Breaking records, it surpassed 4.1 million views on Netflix in just seven days. The drama ranked number one in both South Korea and Vietnam, and made it into the TOP 10 in 41 countries worldwide, gaining global popularity. The lead actors, Kim Soohyun and Kim Jiwon, were also selected as this year's Best Actress and Best Actor by Vietnamese viewers, further spreading the Hallyu wave around the world.

 

https://www.joynews24.com/view/1758989