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Hyun Bin selected as Crocodile male model 

 

 

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Men's Crocodile of Dunfield Group (Chairman Suh Soon-hee) announced that it has signed a contract with actor Hyun Bin for the 2021 F/W season as an exclusive model. Male Crocodile, which has a solid customer base of middle-aged men, plans to expand to a younger customer base in their 30s and 40s through this pictorial with Hyun Bin.

Crocodile, the representative brand for middle-aged men in Korea, plans to deliver a new brand image to the existing middle-aged customers as well as the customers in their 30s and 40s and secure a customer base by introducing a more trendy and young design with this model selection.

 

This 21F/W season crocodile with a more casual sense was carried out with a minimal line that will stimulate the fashion sense of men in their 30s and 40s. In addition to the youthful tapered fit trouser line, a neat solid color round neckline knit, a stylish tone-down jacket, and a luxurious gingham check coat, a variety of stylish and practical products have been prepared.

 

Vice President Song Jae-yeon said that the reason for choosing him was that his image, which has a masculine image as well as the gentle image of Hyun Bin, who is envied by men as well as women of all ages, fits well with the brand image of men's crocodile that will be developed in the future.

 

In addition, Men's Crocodile, which had been leading the sales method centered on street shops, announced that through a contract with Hyun Bin, it plans to expand its scope to online, where people in their 30s are high, and conduct diversified marketing that integrates online and offline.


http://www.slist.kr/news/articleView.html?idxno=271506

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Since HB's Bench live event was more CLOY focused, his SMART Hallyu Hangouts, he took time to also talk about some of his other projects like Secret Garden, Hyde Jekyll Me and Memories Of The Alahambra  - they looked back at some scenes. SMART Hallyu Hangout for HB was filmed earlier in the month and was pre recorded to include subtitles

 

HB still talked about golf - he could be a golf player lol. He talked in English a bit too with fans :) 

 

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Some other parts from the hangout :) 

 

 

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Hyun Bin, global investment platform Sim Invest, appointed as an ambassador

 

 

Gersh Cloud, a multinational and multicultural marketing company, has established a business network in Korea and Indonesia, and signed a contract with Sinarmas Securitas, a representative Indonesian financial company, as an ambassador for actor Hyun Bin.

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Hyun Bin, who captivated the world as Captain Ri Jeong-hyuk in the drama 'Crash Landing on You', will be active as a brand ambassador for Sinarmas Securatas' investment platform, Sim Invest. In particular, through the collaboration, we plan to deliver the theme of 'I am an investor', which symbolizes the spirit of Indonesian millennials.

 

In particular, this selection of ambassadors was made in response to the rising popularity of Korean stars among young people across Southeast Asia. This is because companies are focusing on K-pop stars and actors who can communicate online and are versatile, and their main focus is on communicating with customers. Gersh Cloud also recognized the influence of the K-brand and promoted the position of a public relations ambassador with the goal of brand awareness and participation in Sim Invest, which bore fruit.

 

Sinarmas Securitas is an investment bank and securities brokerage company and an affiliate of Sinarmas Group, the 4th largest business in Indonesia.

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Hyun Bin says "Mahal ko Kayo" to his Filipino fans

 

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Hyun Bin hasn't visited the Philippines yet but Filipino fans already felt his love when he said "Mahal ko kayo!" and made a finger heart during the virtual hangout sponsored by a telco company over the weekend.

 

Because of the pandemic, physical fan meetings were not possible, but in the Smart Communications fan meet, Hyun Bin said that he wishes to visit the Philippines soon. He is curious to know how much his Filipino fans love him.

 

Undoubtedly one of Korea's Top Hallyu stars, Hyun Bin seemed to be not aware of how popular he was.

 

He says he didn't expect that Captain Ri Jeong Hyeok from "Crash Landing on You" would become so popular. To be convincing as a North Korean soldier, he explained that he had to learn the accent and the Pyeongyang dialect, even though he played a North Korean detective before in Confidential Assignment. He also brought a digital piano while shooting in Switzerland so that he can play the  "Piano Song for my Brother" convincingly.

 

He was also unaware of the popularity of his previous drama, "Secret Garden," until a friend texted him about it. He believed that "Secret Garden" was the turning point in his career and he was thankful that he was able to wrap his projects nicely before entering the military service.

 

Hyun Bin gives advise to his fans

Even as an actor, Hyun Bin still experiences slumps in his work and his advice to his fans who are experiencing the same was to take a step back, and figure out what caused it. That way, they can see the problem objectively.

 

A fan also quoted Hyun Bin in the Q&A segment that he once said that happiness is something that was near yet so far.  When asked if he already has a happy life, he said that his definition of happiness has changed and nowadays, he finds small things that make him happy everyday.

 

He also advised his fans to travel so that they can learn about new cultures and see different perspectives.

 

Towards the end of the fan meet, some lucky fans were able to take a photo with Hyun Bin and he promised to repay all the love and support he received by doing more projects that they will enjoy. 

https://www.gmanetwork.com/news/showbiz/chikaminute/797752/hyun-bin-says-mahal-ko-kayo-to-his-filipino-fans/story/

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Hyun Bin: Having the time of his life

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With his megawatt smile and simple vibes, Korean superstar Hyun Bin thrilled Filipino fans when he met them virtually during the “Smart Hallyu Hangout” online series over the weekend.

 

“Hello, I’m so glad to meet you here. I’m Hyun Bin. It would have been nicer to meet you all in person, but thanks to Smart, I’m talking to you online today, and I’m so glad to meet you. I hope we have a great time together today. I suppose this is my first time meeting my fans this way. I hope you have a good time today,” said Hyun Bin.

Here Hyun Bin tells about his future plans, how he wants to visit the Philippines and interact with his Filipino fans.

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How did you feel on your way here?

Well, I had mixed  feelings. I was excited, but at the same time, I thought it was a shame. I also thought I would like to enjoy every moment of this amazing opportunity.

 

Was the commercial filmed in one go?

Of course not. Some people helped me with the pronunciation [of “simple”.] It took me a few attempts.

 

I was expecting to see you in other shows after Crash Landing on You. How have you been?

After Crash Landing On You, I filmed another movie called Bargaining. Hwang Jung Min and I starred in the movie. And within the first half of this year, I finished shooting a movie titled Confidential Assignment 2.

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When will you take a break?

 
 

Well, my last shoot for Confidential Assignment 2 was on June 13. Since then, I’ve been working with Smart and shooting other commercials. I think I’ll get to take some rest after this.

 

How do you rest yourself?

To be honest, when I have schedules, I cannot take a complete rest. I always have the pressure somewhere in my mind, so I can’t take a complete rest. I play golf with my friends every now and then. Sometimes, after I get home from work, I take a shower and have a glass of wine or beer. Then I know I had a fulfilling day.

 

It’s not easy to get away from the pressure. I’m an actor, and actors need to create something constantly. I always think about how I can improve myself.

 

Fan questions

 

What’s the thing you want to do the most in the Philippines?

It’s to meet my fans. I’m curious. I’m more curious than excited. I would like to feel how much my fans in the Philippines support me and love me.

 

What advice would you give to the people who are currently experiencing a slump?

I think it depends on how you define a slump. Even now, I think I’m in a slump as an actor. For instance, it might be hard to call it a slump, but I have my concerns too. Sometimes, I don’t like my acting, even when my director said it was okay. Then I start thinking about why the director said it was okay, and what I don’t like about it. Then I shoot the scene again and again until I’m satisfied. But I’m not sure it was the right thing to do. That’s the problem I always have. When I find myself in a slump, if that’s what you call, I try to figure out what caused it. I try to figure out if I’m having trouble because of my own thoughts or because of a specific cause. I try to take a step back to figure out what it is.

I believe if you take a step back, and look at yourself and the situation from an objective perspective, you’ll be able to cope with it better. Because then you’ll be able to find whatever put you in your situation.

 

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Do you think you’re closer to a happy life?

I can’t remember exactly when I said that, but my standards have changed a bit. I can’t remember exactly what situation I was in or what thoughts I had when I said that. But I think I was talking about achieving something or finding something that satisfies me and makes me happy. I think it’s hard to define the word happiness. It can be defined differently depending on how you see it. These days, I think happiness is about how much you experience happy and positive feelings throughout the day. On the days when I had those feelings, no matter how tough the day was, at the end of the day, I can tell myself I was happy that day. And on the days when I didn’t experience those feelings, I can’t help but think it was a tough day. So these days, I try to find the small things that make me feel happy in my everyday life.

 

What is the thing you think everyone should experience?

Traveling. I suggest you travel somewhere where the culture and the environment are different. It gives you a new perspective. While traveling, you experience new emotions and discover the sides of you you have never noticed. And I think that’s a great experience for many reasons.

 

I think touring all those islands [in the Philippines] would be a great experience.

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What do you do when you use your phone?

I like to read news. I read all sections. I think it’s nice to know what’s happening in the world I’m living in anyway. I’d like to at least have a rough idea of what’s going on.

 

What kind of apps do you like to use?

I often use those that are related to my job. OTT platforms, for example.

 

Do you watch the dramas you’re in?

No. [I watch] everything else.

 

Could you tell us anything memorable from the Smart shoot?

The Smart commercials include a lot of visual effects. Everything that surrounded me was computer graphics, so I had to act in an empty space. It’s exciting to imagine what the result will be like, but  at the same time, knowing if I was doing all right or even what I was doing made me feel a little awkward. But it’s exciting as well.

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Yes or No

 

“I think I was born to be an actor.”

Now I think I was born to be an actor. But I also think this might not be the only thing I can be good at. When I was young, I wanted to become a detective. But now I think I could be a golfer too. I also think I can run a business. There are some other things I want to try as well.

 

My hobby is playing golf. I like playing golf, so I want to be good at it. I even think, if I had started playing when I was little, I might have dreamed of becoming a golf player.

 

“I often cry when I watch dramas or movies.”

I don’t cry very often. Somehow, I can cry when I act.

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“I like action more than romantic comedies.”

No. The thing is, it depends on my mood. It depends on what I want to do at the moment. It also depends on what I’m shooting at the moment. Depending on my condition and situation ,the same scenario can be read differently. It also depends on what I’m interested in, what catches my attention, and what I want to say, which changes all the time. I can get different impressions from the same scenario, depending on when I read it.

 

Secret Garden felt like destiny to me. After My Lovely Sam Soon, I didn’t really get to do romantic comedies. I also just had more chances to do other genres. Then the moment I thought I could do a romantic comedy, I had Secret Garden.

 

“I search my name on portal websites once a day.”

Yes. I think I do it almost every day. I do it because I want to know if there’s something about me that I don’t know of. For example, when there’s an event like this, I never know when it’ll be covered. So I search my name every now and then to see how it’s covered.

 

“I love myself a lot.”

No. I feel like I don’t love myself very much. I push myself a lot, but I barely compliment myself. That’s why I said no just now. Living as an actor, I often feel like I’m forced to live as Hyun Bin, which makes it hard for me to care about my true self. This is one of the reasons why I don’t use social media. I want to keep my work and personal life separate. I want to learn about myself on my own. I think it’s something only I can deal with. I think this is also one of the reasons why.

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Hyun Bin’s work

 

Have you always been such a great pianist?

I learned the piano when I was little, but I had to practice when I had to shoot [Crash Landing On You].

 

Was the acting difficult somehow?

It was hard indeed. But both on Crash Landing On You and Confidential Assignment, I speak Pyongyang dialect. I heard it was different depending on the profession of the speaker. After shooting Confidential Assignment, I had to learn the accent all over again. The second time was easier because I have done it before. It was easier for me to approach it.

 

Can you play the piano?

I used to when I was little, but I haven’t been playing for a while. I haven’t been playing for so long that I forgot everything. But because of that scene, I had to play that piano. So I practiced that piece. That scene was filmed in Switzerland. As you know, there aren’t pianos in hotel rooms. We brought a piano all the way from Korea. We brought a digital piano all the way to Switzerland so I could practice in my room. Then we shot that scene.

 

What’s the most memorable moment from that shoot?

We filmed it in many different places, and that part was the most memorable. We had to film it in the places where you can’t see skyscrapers due to the story. So we had to film it in the countryside, and even abroad sometimes.

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Was [Memories of the Alhambra] shot in front of a green screen?

No, they were all shot in ordinary places by myself. There were some scenes where I was with the characters only visible to me. We shot the scene together once and then I shot the scene alone. Writer Song Jae Jung made it possible. Also director Ahn Gil Ho. People in the neighborhood came and watched too, especially when we shot the plaza scene. Luckily, there were more foreigners than Koreans there, which made it less embarrassing for me.

 

You said that you just finished shooting Confidential Assignment 2. What tough things did you do this time?

Well, its scale has become bigger. And the first series was only about South and North Korea’s cooperation. This time, the US is involved as well.

 

How’s your chemistry with Yoo Hae Jin?

It’s upgraded. We worked together before. The name of his character is Jin Tae. My character and Jin Tae’s family have a good relationship, so we were supposed to be comfortable around each other. And we added some details based on that.

 

Did you know Secret Garden would become so popular?

No, I didn’t. But I heard from a fellow actor during the shoot that people out there are crazy about it. I was always on the set so I didn’t have any chance to communicate with people outside. Although I did hear how popular it was outside, I couldn’t feel it at all. I just continued shooting.

 

You had a lot of catchphrases. I bet you had no idea those lines would be so popular.

I had no idea. I found the scenes like the foam kiss scene and the sit-up scene quite interesting, but at the same time, I found it a little cringy too. But I did want to make those scenes entertaining.

 

I suppose Secret Garden was your turning point.

It was indeed. Mostly because it was the last drama I shot before I entered the army. Thanks to this drama, I could wrap up what I have been doing and move on to the next level, which was very nice to me.

 

Hyde Jekyll, Me. This is the first drama you shot after joining the army.

Right. I shot this after The Fatal Encounter.

 

You played a man who had two personalities, Seo Jin, a very cold man, and Robin, a very sweet man. I see why this character can be intriguing to actors, but it must have been really hard to act.

It was really hard indeed.

 

Which one are you closer to, Seo Jin or Robin?

I’d say half and half.

 

What was your favorite scene?

I remember one of Robin’s scenes. It wasn’t played here, but there’s this scene where Robin holds Ha Na and cries out loud, saying his head hurts. And somehow, I still remember the vibe on the set and my emotions then. I’m not sure why though.

 

Is there any of your other works that you’d recommend to us?

If it was autumn now, I’d recommend Late Autumn. It’s a drama that makes you look back on your daily life.

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Final Messages

I’m always grateful to my fans. All I can do for them to repay their love is to continue acting, hoping it would make their life a little better.

 

Although it was for a short time, I got to talk with my fans and talk about my works for a short while. It was nice to communicate with my fans, even though I could only see them through a screen.

 

Both Bargaining, the movie I filmed last year and Confidential Assignment 2, the movie I finished earlier this year are almost ready to be released now. I cannot tell you for sure when they will be released because it will depend on the situation, but they will be the first movies you’ll see. I’ll make sure to find good dramas and movies and do my best. Please wait until then.

 

 

https://mb.com.ph/2021/08/02/hyun-bin-having-the-time-of-his-life/

 
 
 

Hyun Bin Headlines Second Smart Hallyu Hangouts

 

Smart Communications, Inc. (Smart) presented the second episode of the Smart Hallyu Hangouts, a series of online shows where subscribers can watch their Korean idols through a live feed from wherever they are in the world. This episode follows the premiere of the series, which featured Hyun Bin’s Crash Landing On You leading lady Son Ye Jin.

 

Like the first episode, Hyun Bin was joined by Philippines-based host Sam Oh, Korea-based co-host Park Kyung-Lim, and select lucky fans who participated in the event via online call

 

Hyun Bin recounted many stories and details during the interview, especially of his interesting and memorable experience shooting his iconic commercial for Smart.

 

 

The Smart commercial was full of visual effects. Everything that surrounded me was computer graphics, so I had to act in an empty space,” Hyun Bin said about the ad, which he said he liked. “It was exciting to imagine what the result would be like, but at the same time, not knowing if I’m doing all right or even what I was doing made me feel a little awkward. But it was exciting as well."

 

The actor also gave fans a closer look at his life and personality, regaling everyone with interesting bits of trivia. These include wanting to be a detective when he was young, considering a possible career as a golfer or even a businessman now, whether he searches his name on the internet, what he feels about himself, his previous dramas and movies, and a lot more

 

One of the more interesting things that came up during the conversation was that it was actually Hyun Bin who was playing the piano in that very popular scene from Crash Landing on You.

 

Host: Have you always been such a great pianist?

 

Hyun Bin: I learned the piano when I was little, but I had to practice when I had to shoot [Crash Landing On You].

 

Host: Can you play the piano?

 

Hyun Bin: I used to when I was little, but I haven’t been playing for a while. I haven’t been playing for so long that I forgot everything. But because of that scene, I had to play that piano. So I practiced that piece. That scene was filmed in Switzerland. As you know, there aren’t pianos in hotel rooms. We brought a piano all the way from Korea. We brought a digital piano all the way to Switzerland so I could practice in my room. Then we shot that scene. 

 

Hyun Bin also thanked his Filipino fans for their unwavering support and vowed to visit them as soon as he can after the COVID-19 pandemic is over.

I’m always grateful to my fans,” he said. “All I can do for them to repay their love is to continue acting, hoping it would make their life a little better. Although it was for a short time, I got to talk with my fans and talk about my works for a short while. It was nice to communicate with my fans, even though I could only see them through a screen.

 

The event had more surprises in store for Smart subscribers, as two lucky fans were able to hop on a quick video call with Hyun Bin himself on the set, while others got to win special prizes from Smart. The event wrapped up with a digital photo op session with all the attendees.

 

Smart Hallyu Hangouts is one of the brand’s ways of bringing amazing experiences to its valued subscribers. Despite the physical limitations brought about by the pandemic, Smart champions its dedication and cutting-edge technology to bring its Korean endorsers closer to their Filipino fans.

 

https://www.ignition.ph/features/hyun-bin-headlines-second-smart-hallyu-hangouts

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15 K-drama Pairs with Crazy Chemistry

 

There’s no denying that one important ingredient for a successful romance k-drama lies on a good pairing.

 

So it goes, the two leads must portray their immense love for each other on-screen. But in rare occasions, a pair just easily hits it off even just by staring at each other. Chemistry? Yes.

 

Ready to feel some butterflies in your stomach? Here’s a list of 15 K-drama pairs we think are blessed with sky-high, crazy chemistry.

 

 

Son Ye Jin and Hyun Bin in “Crash Landing on You”

Chemisty? check. Appeal? check. Wedding? that is what we are dying to see soon.

To be honest, these two is a match a made in heaven. They are not just simple smart ako, but also simply one of the supreme k-drama pairs there is.

Ye Jin and Hyun Bin didn’t just land on success, but also landed on real life romance too.

When two people are destined for each other, you can see it right through their eyes and the way they smile.

 

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6 Older K-Dramas To Watch That Will Never Get Boring

 

The world of K-Dramas is always growing with new dramas coming out every week. It can be hard to keep up with the latest dramas and releases.

 

However, sometimes you find yourself not knowing what to watch or having to wait for the new episodes of a drama you're watching. During these times, it's good to sometimes revisit some older or classic K-Dramas.

 

Wouldn't it be nice if in those moments you had a list of recommendations on what to watch? That's why we've made this list of classic K-Dramas to binge for the first time or rewatch!

 

These dramas are some of the older but classic dramas in K-Drama history and we hope you enjoy them!

 

Disclaimer: This list is not a ranking.

 

 

6. "Secret Garden"

6 Older K-Dramas To Watch That Will Never Get Boring

SBS

 

When: 2010

Cast: Ha JiWon, Hyun Bin, Yoon SangHyun, and Kim SaRang

Summary: After meeting due to a confusing circumstance,  Kim JooWon (HyunBin's character) and Gil RaIm (Ha JiWon's character) get their fates intertwined. Gil RaIm is a fiery stuntwoman and the total opposite of Kim JooWon's ideal type, yet he finds himself thinking about her all the time. It is the story of two different worlds unexpectedly colliding.

Reason to watch: It is a Cinderella-type story which will appeal to many hopeless romantics.

 

 

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source : https://www.kpopmap.com/6-older-k-dramas-to-watch-that-will-never-get-boring/

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A few updates yesterday. More with Tom Ford :) 

 

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View more pics: https://www.vlive.tv/post/0-24655885

 

 

 

 

Park Kyung Rim updated her instagram to include some footage from SMART Hallyu Hangout - the day that HB filmed in early July

 

 
 
 
 
 
the full to watch if you decide not to click link:
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