Hyun Bin 현빈 [Movies: “The Point Men”, “Confidential Assignment 2” | Upcoming: Movie “Harbin”]

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[PICK] 7 Actors Who Became Global Stars Thanks to Netflix

 

 

Hyun Bin – Crash Landing on You

Hyun Bin rose to stardom early in his age with My Lovely Sam Soon (2005). Since then, he has become one of the best rom-com stars with the successes of Worlds Within (2008) and Secret Garden (2010-2011). Having a stable career path without many major ups and downs, he met the legendary drama series in the year of 2019. It was Crash Landing on You that achieved the highest viewership ratings of all tvN series, surpassing the viewership ratings of The Guardian: The Lonely and Great God (2016). Although he already was a famous Hallyu star before the series, he took his career to the next level when Crash Landing on You was aired worldwide through Netflix. Of many incredible things that happened over the course, being in a relationship with Son Ye Jin would be the best happiest achievement for him.

 

 

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source : zapzee

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HB Seasons Greetings Teaser #3

 

 

 

Hyun Bin x UA with a message for fans

 

 

 

Spoiler

 

 

 

 

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Behind the scenes of UA shoot

 

 

HB x OMEGA

 

 

HB x Tom Ford Soleil Neige on Kakao

 

 

https://t.co/1VaYua57av?amp=1

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TOP 23 Most Popular K-Dramas Among International Fans

What was the first drama you got hooked on?

 

K-drama is loved and watched all over the world. We’ve all binge watched a K-drama or two, or three… or four. One does not simply watch one episode of a series, you binge watch them all.

 

 

5. The Secret Garden (2010)

The Secret Garden is a romantic comedy about a wealthy man who swaps souls with a poor stunt woman forcing both of them to learn  about how different their worlds are. 

 

Ha Ji Won and Hyun Bin received rave reviews for perfectly capturing each others’ personality and role when they switched souls.

 

20. Crash Landing on You (2020)

Starring Hyun Bin and Son Ye Jin, a North Korean soldier and South Korean CEO cross paths and embark on an adventure of hiding, romance, and adventure.

 

 

 

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source : Koreaboo

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*** I heard that Netflix is in final talks to remake "Crash Landing On You" as a US series. So, it's really coming because it was so popular. It also got amazing streaming views on the platform. The drama definitely played a big role in the Hallyu drama last year during the Covid 19 stay at home life across many countries. This drama is one of a kind. This is an interesting news except the US like to have a multiple seasons. I wonder how does it work - almost everything about the storyline doesn't translate well in America, the conservative nature of the show, the dating scandals and of course, the political aspect. Is it going to work? I'm curious as to where the crash landing will be.  How does this even work when the whole conflict driving the story is the divide between NK & SK? There is no equivalent in America. Or it's probably just the outline of the story.

 

This make sense if it is.   

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[PICK] Romantic Dramas You Should Watch If You Enjoyed ‘Hometown Cha Cha Cha’

 

If Hometown Cha-Cha-Cha still lingers in your mind, here are five of the similar romance dramas that take place out of the urban city.

 

 

Crash Landing on You (2019)

 

This romance drama is set in a special yet wonderous location: North Korea. Crash Landing on You has a somewhat nonsensical setting of a South Korean woman crash landing on North Korea while paragliding in bad weather. However, the drama starred Hyun Bin as a North Korean soldier and Son Ye Jin as the heiress of a chaebol and managed to attract viewers to this drama with an unrealistic story. The hilarious friendship between Yoon Se Ri and the North Korean people added more fun to the romance between the two main leads. Plus, unlike other previous works, the drama received excellent reviews for depicting North Korea without all the negative aspects we all know of now.

 

Recently, it was reported that Netflix is working on a remake of Crash Landing on You.

 

 

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source : https://zapzee.net/2021/11/09/pick-romantic-dramas-you-should-watch-if-youre-a-fan-of-hometown-cha-cha-cha/

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Dear Oppa: An Indian fan says Hyun Bin's CLOY character brought positivity in face of insurmountable adversity

 

 

Hyun Bin is a name that would leave anyone's heart fluttered, not only for his impeccable looks but also for his stellar acting talent. While the handsome, talented actor has had a big contribution to the Hallyu wave for many, many years, Hyun Bin's excellent, swoon-worthy portrayal as North Korean Captain Ri Jung Hyuk in Crash Landing on You along with his passionate chemistry with Son Ye Jin drew him to an even bigger global fanbase.

 

Today's heartwarming letter in our Dear Oppa series has been penned by Karina Lab from India to Hyun Bin. Read her letter (Note: This letter was sent on January 2, 2021) below:

 

 

 

 

Dear Hyun Bin sshi,

 

I was absolutely delighted to discover the world of Korean dramas with such a rich storytelling heritage, brought to the world with excellent modern techniques of writing, acting, music and all other aspects of cinematography.

 

What truly grabbed my attention was the all-round talent that the Korean film fraternity has, be it their writers, directors, costume makers, or actors who can not only act, but also sing, dance, and do live shows for their fans. All this harks back to an era where the art of being an actor was a holistic development of the multiple talents of the person.

 

This very rich combination, along with the strong positive messaging, heralds a new and exciting era of storytelling through cinema, and we are most grateful to Korea for that.

 

In this world of K-dramas, you shine brightly, through the interplay of your amazing skills and your deep intelligence, wrapped up beautifully in your good looks and star quality.

 

Your choice of roles is a reflection of that intelligence. The delicate handling of a subject as complex as Dissociative Identity Disorder in Hyde Jekyll, Me, where you brought to life the characters of Goo Seo-Jin and Robin, transforming a mental discord into a rich multidimensional human being, the "Walt Disney of Korea". Kudos to the writer Kim Ji-Woon for creating a character that the world sorely needs today, where pushing simplistic unidimensionality has become the norm. Thanks to you for breathing life into this beautiful complex character that will stay with us forever.

 

Moreover, you drew me into the world of video games through Memories of the Alhambra, a world that I and many other discerning mothers like me, have been battling against, because of the very real problems of video game addiction in young people. However, your portrayal of Yoo Jin-Woo was so compelling, as a dedicated CEO who with absolute personal responsibility pursues his goal of discovering the flaw in his own system, despite everybody around him branding him as mad. In following this powerful character, I discovered many elements of the logic behind video gaming, which then opened new avenues of debate on this subject, while keeping the strict vigilance required against the dangers it poses to young people.

 

In a world where CEOs have perfected the art of finding an escape parachute whenever trouble boils, your portrayal of Yoo Jin-Woo made a touching and lasting impression of what can also be.

 

Furthermore, the character of Ri Jung-Hyuk in Crash Landing on You, brought a gentle, youthful positivity in the face of insurmountable adversity, and will remain a "Lockdown Magic" as the world faced its most challenging adversity with the pandemic. The kind and sincere Hope that Ri Jung-Hyuk personified resonated strongly with the Hope that the world desperately needed at that time. In this, your co-star Son Ye-Jin beautifully complemented your efforts through her portrayal of Yoon Se-Ri. Kudos to both of you, and to your remarkable teammates.

 

Your amazing talents pushed me to discover your large repertoire of your works, the details of which would take months to write.

 

However, what is truly remarkable is your sincerity, which shines through the many layers of your acting, thus bringing to life characters that stay with you long after the show is over.

 

It is made possible through the dynamic collaboration between Hyun Bin the actor, and Kim Tae-Pyung the intelligent, sincere human being.

 

May this excellent collaboration continue to enrich our lives in the year ahead, through the very powerful tools of storytelling via cinema.

 

I simply, but sincerely, would like to thank you, and through you, also thank the Korean film fraternity, for making such great efforts to make a difference.

 

Wishing you all a very Happy New Year.

 

 

With kind regards,
Karina Lab
New Delhi, India

 

 

source : https://www.pinkvilla.com/entertainment/dear-oppa-indian-fan-says-hyun-bins-cloy-character-brought-positivity-face-insurmountable-adversity-939835

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11 K-drama Couples That Went From On-Screen Romantic Partners To Real Life Relationships

 

The following K-Drama co-stars ended up dating and even getting married in real life, but not every couple has a happy ending.

 

The sizzling chemistry, emotional kissing scenes, and heart-fluttering moments between couples in Korean dramas often make the audience wonder if it’s all just acting. In fact, spending hours on set with their co-stars, filming intimate, loving scenes, can sometimes make the actors’ hearts flutter.

 

Korean celebrities often date in private and avoid going public with their relationships. Therefore, many viewers are surprised when the main couples in popular dramas are reported to be dating in real life. The 10 following couples all went from co-stars to real-life partners. Some got married and had children, while some unfortunately broke up or divorced.

 

 

9. Hyun Bin and Son Ye Jin (Crash Landing on You)

Many netizens were surprised and surprised when they heard that the main couple in “Crash Landing on You” – Son Ye Jin and Hyun Bin had a relationship in real life. Specifically, in early 2021, Dispatch revealed the couple’s secret dating photos. Immediately, the management companies confirmed that the two are in a romantic relationship.

 

 

The public was very happy and sent many best wishes to Son Ye Ji and Hyun Bin. Not only did they have genuine chemistry on the small screen and behind the scenes, but they also became attached to each other by sharing the same hobby of golf. In fact, “Crash Landing on You” is not the first project that the two stars work together. Before that, they had starred in the 2018 action film – The Negotiation.

 

 

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source : https://lovekpop95.com/2021/11/12/11-k-drama-couples-that-went-from-on-screen-romantic-partners-to-real-life-relationships/

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Please vote for your favorite photoshopped pictures in our Movember oppa poll. Show your love to the members who photoshopped their favorite oppas (or animals) (or Trucks of Doom)....

 

 

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New movie casting!! Hyun Bin to star in Harbin

 

 

Hyunbin starring in Woo Min Ho's next movie "Harbin".

"Hyunbin has confirmed his appearance in director Woo Min-ho's next film, Harbin," High Media Corp said on the 16th. "We will start filming in 2022."

Director Woo Min-ho's next film Harbin, which captures turbulent modern Korean history through Insiders, Drug King, and Namsan Managers, is an intelligence action film about independence fighters who risked their lives to regain their homeland against Harbin in the early 1900s.


In the movie, Hyun Bin will perform complex emotional and action scenes, including the loneliness of a person living in an era where his country disappeared, anxiety and responsibility in the midst of the independence movement at risk of his life.


Hyun Bin confirmed the appearance of "Harbin" based on the completeness and fun of the scenario and trust in director Woo Min-ho, the production company explained.

The film will be produced by Hybrid Media Corp, which created Inside Men, The Man Standing Next and Deliver Us From Evil, however, and domestic staff, including Hong Kyung-pyo, director of Parasite, and Snowpiercer, will join the film is expected to be a spy action masterpiece across Korea, China and Russia.

 

https://view.asiae.co.kr/article/2021111609245456932

 

* I will add more to this post later 

 

 

 

 

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Excited for this upcoming project with Hive Media Corp! The production team, directors and writers are all top notch in the industry. Busy Hyun bin with no plans to stop. We will be seeing more of him in 2022 with 2 new movies and his 2022 will be busy with his new projects.
Apparently the 3 filming locations might span from Korea, China and Russia! China and Russian fans might get lucky to see him lol 
 

every Korean news outlet are coming out real time with his new movie offering 

 

Dispatch

https://www.dispatch.co.kr/2173734#_DYAD

 

KBS
https://n.news.naver.com/entertain/article/438/0000040741

JTBC

https://n.news.naver.com/entertain/article/437/0000280913

 

SBS

https://n.news.naver.com/entertain/article/416/0000277018

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1 hour ago, Chewy said:

Excited for this upcoming project with Hive Media Corp! The production team, directors and writers are all top notch in the industry. Busy Hyun bin with no plans to stop. We will be seeing more of him in 2022 with 2 new movies and his 2022 will be busy with his new projects.
Apparently the 3 filming locations might span from Korea, China and Russia! China and Russian fans might get lucky to see him lol 
 

every Korean news outlet are coming out real time with his new movie offering 

 

Dispatch

https://www.dispatch.co.kr/2173734#_DYAD

 

KBS
https://n.news.naver.com/entertain/article/438/0000040741

JTBC

https://n.news.naver.com/entertain/article/437/0000280913

 

SBS

https://n.news.naver.com/entertain/article/416/0000277018

 

@Chewy thanks for sharing this good news + the links of all the news about this upcoming movie. Yes, Hyun Bin has decided to star in ‘Harbin’ due to the quality of the script. His new project “Harbin” is a spy action film taking place during the early 1900s in Harbin, the capital of China’s northernmost province Heilongjiang. It tells the story of Korean independence activists who put their lives on the line in order to take back their homeland. He will be showcasing action scenes for the upcoming film. The staff will consist of the nation’s best indeed! The movie is scheduled to begin filming next year (2022.) HB will always be one of my favorites.....he always has a soft spot in my heart.

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Soompi article

 

Hyun Bin will be starring in director Woo Min Ho’s new film “Harbin” (literal title)!

 

On November 16, a source from the production company Hive Media Corp revealed, “Hyun Bin has decided to star in ‘Harbin’ due to the quality and interesting nature of the script as well as the trust he has in director Woo Min Ho.”

 

Director Woo Min Ho has successfully captured Korea’s turbulent modern history through his hit films “Inside Men,” “The Drug King,” “The Man Standing Next,” and more. His new project “Harbin” is a spy action film taking place during the early 1900s in Harbin, the capital of China’s northernmost province Heilongjiang. It tells the story of Korean independence activists who put their lives on the line in order to take back their homeland.

 

Hyun Bin will be showcasing both action scenes and emotional acting for the upcoming film. In addition to capturing the loneliness of someone living in a generation in which their motherland is gone, Hyun Bin will also express the complicated feelings of anxiety and responsibility from putting one’s life on the line at the center of the independence fight.

 

“Harbin” will be produced by Hive Media Corp, which has previously released “Inside Men,” “The Man Standing Next,” and “Deliver Us From Evil.” The staff will also consist of the nation’s best, including camera director Hong Kyung Po of “Deliver Us From Evil,” “Parasite,” and “Snowpiercer.” The movie is scheduled to begin filming in 2022.

 

https://www.soompi.com/article/1498795wpp/hyun-bin-confirmed-to-star-in-new-spy-action-film

 

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Hyunbin to star in upcoming spy film ‘Harbin’

Actor Hyunbin [VAST ENTERTAINMENT]

 

 

Actor Hyunbin will star in the upcoming espionage action film “Harbin,” according to production company Hive Media Corp. on Tuesday.  
 
The film, set in the early 1900s, will tell the story of freedom fighters of the Korean independence movement who were active in Harbin, China, fighting against Japanese colonial rule (1910-1945).
 
Director Woo Min-ho behind films “Inside Men” (2015), “The Drug King” (2018) and “The Man Standing Next” (2020) will helm the film.
 
Filming is set to begin next year. 
 

 

BY HALEY YANG [yang.hyunjoo@joongang.co.kr]

credit : JoongAngDaily

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Hyun Bin Confirmed To Star In New Spy Action Film 'Harbin

 

 

Hyun Bin will be starring in director Woo Min Ho’s new film “Harbin” (literal title)!

On November 16, a source from the production company Hive Media Corp revealed, “Hyun Bin has decided to star in ‘Harbin’ due to the quality and interesting nature of the script as well as the trust he has in director Woo Min Ho.”

Director Woo Min Ho has successfully captured Korea’s turbulent modern history through his hit films “Inside Men,” “The Drug King,” “The Man Standing Next,” and more. His new project “Harbin” is a spy action film taking place during the early 1900s in Harbin, the capital of China’s northernmost province Heilongjiang. It tells the story of Korean independence activists who put their lives on the line in order to take back their homeland.

 

 

Hyun Bin will be showcasing both action scenes and emotional acting for the upcoming film. In addition to capturing the loneliness of someone living in a generation in which their motherland is gone, Hyun Bin will also express the complicated feelings of anxiety and responsibility from putting one’s life on the line at the center of the independence fight.

“Harbin” will be produced by Hive Media Corp, which has previously released “Inside Men,” “The Man Standing Next,” and “Deliver Us From Evil.” The staff will also consist of the nation’s best, including camera director Hong Kyung Po of “Deliver Us From Evil,” “Parasite,” and “Snowpiercer.” The movie is scheduled to begin filming in 2022.

 

 

Read more: https://kdramabuddy.com/hyun-bin-confirmed-to-star-in-new-spy-action-film-harbin/#ixzz7CLfTv3Q4

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***  The drama received a lot of love from the audience when it aired in 2005. 

 

 

 

"My Lovely Sam Soon" Stars After 16 Years

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Behind the Scenes of Tom Ford Beauty

https://www.vlive.tv/post/0-26474148

 

 

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Article from Esquire Korea on “4 Teppanyaki Restaurants in Seoul” and mentioned Hyun Bin and Son Yejin as visitors of this restaurant in Gangnam.   

 

 

 

A netizen posted a photo of plate signed by Hyun Bin and Son Yejin at this restaurant on August 22.

 

https://www.esquirekorea.co.kr/article/61044

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*** I heard that "Memories of Alhambra" is under discussion for Season 2. I wonder if this is true. I also saw this : (see below) I'm not really into Season 2 for any dramas because for me, nothing could surpass the original. “Memories of the Alhambra” was consistently topping the cable television viewership ratings in its time slot then. I loved the drama's  unique high-end computer graphics, cinematography, and fast-paced storytelling. Although Netflix or TvN has not yet

 

made any official announcement on the show’s renewal.   

 

 

 

 

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*** Looking forward to HB's movie "The Point Men", a Megabox Plus M-financed kidnap thriller film. It was completed by September last year. Currently in post-production, the film is expected to hit screens next year. I hope we could get MORE news & updates about this upcoming movie.