Lee Min Ho ♥ 이민호 ♥ ィミンホ ♥ 李敏鎬 Upcoming Drama 2024: Ask the Stars; Pachinko Season 2; Upcoming movie 2025: Omniscient Reader's Viewpoint

[CarolynH]

I love these old CFs with a young LMH There's a real innocence when you look at his eyes, isn't there?

*********

Wah, no picture 

[willenette]

7 K-Dramas And Films That Use “Flower” In Their Titles

 

From bud to bloom, flowers are often seen as a metaphor for life, a confession of love, and a caress of hope. Their fragrance radiates happiness, drawing one into its healing embrace. From cherry blossoms to camellias, edelweiss, delphiniums, and orchids, each have had a significant role in K-dramas. The language of flowers plays a key role in the narrative, depicting the many emotions of love, passion, grief, agony, and even destruction.

Since spring is in the air, what could be more perfect than to revisit seven K-drama and films, which weave in the word flower in their title?

 

“Boys Over Flowers”

 

 

This show achieved a cult-like status amongst K-drama fans and was one of the key players in spurring the Hallyu wave beyond Korean shores. “Boys Over Flowers” also catapulted its leading man Lee Min Ho to matinée idol status, making him the ultimate poster boy of cool.

 

The F4 is headlined by Gu Jun Pyo (Lee Min Ho), the arrogant rich heir to the illustrious Shinhwa Group of Industries.

 

Along with him is Ji Hoo (Kim Hyun Joong), Woo Bin (Kim Joon), and Yi Jung (Kim Bum), who all have nobility status at the super elite Shinhwa High School. But the arrival of Geum Jan Di (Ku Hye Sun), the daughter of a dry cleaner, irks Jun Pyo endlessly. Jan Di does not care for Jun Pyo’s reputation, nor is she taken in with his wealth and status.

 

Though she is bullied and mocked by the F4 and their groupies at school, it’s not long until Jan Di’s feisty and spunky spirit makes her a favorite amongst the F4. It’s the push and pull between Jun Pyo’s feelings for Jan Di which form the core of the story as he realizes his love for her. However, winning her over is tougher than he has anticipated.

The classic “rich boy, poor girl” love story, “Boys Over Flowers” remains one of those frequently visited dramas even after 14 years since it first aired in 2009. A show that initiated many into K-drama land, it also found its way into popular culture with the fashion, dialogues, and scenes being parodied by fans. Also adding to its many credits is the incredible OST, which became a hit as well.

 

Start watching “Boys Over Flowers”:

 

Watch Now

 

 

(skipped unrelated.....)

 

 

 

credit : soompi news

[willenette]

1 Year of Pachinko: Why the Lee Min Ho, Kim Min Ha and Youn Yuh Jung starrer series became popular

Let’s revisit the drama that follows three generations of a Korean family that were affected by war and violence.

 

 

This drama is based on a novel by Lee Min Jin, a 1.5-generation Korean-American immigrant. It is said that the actual writer also went through a difficult process against her parents' opposition from immigrating to the United States to meeting and marrying her husband from Japan. Japan is a very special country for them when they think of the atmosphere of their nation, which will not be as sensitive as the 'Korea-Japan’ no matter what country in the world sports.

 

About Pachinko: 

The original novel 'Pachinko' is set in the 1900s, when Japan invaded Korea and suffered all sorts of persecution, how the hard-won daughter 'Sunja' grew up through the times and her country, what choices the 'Sunja' made to survive, How heavy was the weight of life that she had to bear with her choice, what 'hometown' meant to those who survived, and the descendants of 'Sunja' who left their homeland and settled in Japan. She calmly deals with how she lives under the influence.

 

The characters: 

Youn Yun Jung, who won the Academy Award, played the role of the old 'Sunja', Lee Min Ho as 'Han Soo', Jin Ha as 'Solomon', Kim Min Ha as the teenage 'Sunja', Anna Saway as Naomi, Jung Eun Chae as the young Kyung Hee, Jung In Ji as Yang Jin, Jimmy Simpson as Tom, Han Jun Woo as Joseph, Minami Kaho as Etsuko, Noh Sang Hyun as Isaac, Soji Arai as Mojasu, and Jun Yuna as the young Sunja. Among them, people who are easily recognizable to the public are Youn Yun Jung, Lee Min Ho and Jung Eun Chae. The fact that a large number of unfamiliar faces appear and perform passionately as characters in the work is the condition that allows viewers to most easily believe that the work is 'real'.

 

Actors' acting and art that seem to show the real 1900's, and of course, the characters and art of the 2000's that feel like their real children. 

 

 

 

 

source : https://www.pinkvilla.com/entertainment/1-year-of-pachinko-why-the-lee-min-ho-kim-min-ha-and-youn-yuh-jung-starrer-series-became-popular-1213983

[willenette]

Lee Min Ho: The SI unit of Chaebol Korean dramas

Below is a breakdown of three times when Lee Min Ho was the ‘It Chaebol’ of K-dramas.

 

 

South Korean model and actor Lee Min Ho is one of the most popular names both within and outside South Korea. His 2009 drama ‘Boys Over Flowers’ is often referred to as the flagbearer of the Hallyu wave. The show was a massive commercial success and is to date a favourite amongst the better part of K-drama fans across the world. While Lee Min Ho has been a part of a plethora of K-dramas, his roles as the Chaebol protagonist in ‘Boys Over Flowers’ and ‘King: Eternal Monarch’ has made him the SI unit of chaebol K-dramas. The aforementioned dramas are to date incredibly popular and have massively contributed to putting Lee Min Ho on the Hallyu Stars map. 

Spoiler

1 | Boys Over Flowers (2009)

 

 

'Boys Over Flowers' is a 2009 K-drama based on a Japanese Manga of the same name. The show follows Geum Jan Di, a scholarship student, into her new, fancy high-school - Shinhwa High. Geum Jan Di has a hard time fitting in at her new school given the sharp difference between her and her peers’ economic backgrounds. Her time at school gets worse when she manages to get on the bad side of the school’s chairwoman’s son Go Jun Pyo (Lee in Ho). Lee Min Ho’s role in the show was loved for its immaculate visual appeal and Go Jun Pyo’s ultimate ‘bad boy’ charm. 

2 | The Heirs

‘The Heirs’ is a 2013 Korean high-school drama that narrates the story of Cha Eun Sang, a diligent girl from a humble background as she navigates her way through an arrogant group of privileged high-school students who never shy away from boasting about their money. Here, Lee Min Ho was seen playing the role of Kim Tan, a former bully who has now reformed himself into a better person. For many, ‘The Heirs’ was nothing short of a tribute to Lee Min Ho’s first commercial hit ‘Boys Over Flowers’. The only difference between the two shows was the progression of Lee Min Ho’s character arc. 

3 | King: The Eternal Monarch (2020)

 

 

The makers of ‘King: Eternal Monarch’ did not shy away from presenting Lee Min Ho to the viewers as the ultimate Chaebol that he is. Only this time, he was richer and he was a king. ‘King: Eternal Monarch’ was Lee Min Ho’s most recent appearance as the rich main lead. The show went on to receive excellent viewership ratings and became one of the most popular K-dramas that year. 

 

 

 

source : https://www.pinkvilla.com/entertainment/lee-min-ho-the-si-unit-of-chaebol-korean-dramas-1213948

 

[CarolynH]

Just look for a tall skinny guy 

[willenette]

24 minutes ago, CarolynH said:

Just look for a tall skinny guy 

 

@CarolynH  thanks for sharing this. Skinny? "Lacking sufficient flesh"? Not at all - at least, he has this desirable bulk. Slim maybe...... hahaha - because skinny has a negative connotation for me.  

[willenette]

Lee Minho: An Icon of Luxury

 

At a glance

• Lee Minho as the new SMDC brand ambassador will be the face of the company’s “Step Into Luxury” 2023 campaign.

• The partnership between Lee Minho, who enjoys the status as one of Korea’s leading stars, and SMDC, the Philippines’ premier developer, is a match made in Hallyu Heaven.

• SMDC Vice President for Marketing Aye Luna said the company has chosen Lee Minho for his many stellar qualities.

•  

---

 

 

Korean superstar Lee Minho, known for the award-winning dramas “Pachinko,” “The King: Eternal Monarch,” and “The Heirs,” has stepped into his new role as the latest endorser of SM Development Corporation (SMDC), the Philippines’ leading real estate developer.

 

Since his acting debut in the Korean series “Secret Campus” in 2006, Lee Minho has emerged as one of the top Korean stars globally.

 

In 2009, he starred in the hit series “Boys Over Flowers,” which boosted his popularity outside South Korea. “Boys Over Flowers” won Lee Minho the Best New Actor award at the 45th Baeksang Arts Awards and KBS Drama Awards in 2009.

 

A testament to his global stature, Lee Minho has consistently been chosen as the No. 1 favorite Korean actor globally in the last five years from 2018 to 2022 based on the annual Overseas Hallyu (Korean Wave) Survey commissioned by South Korea’s Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism (MCST) and the Korean Foundation for International Cultural Exchange (KOFICE).

 

On social media, Lee Minho currently has 32.3 million followers on Instagram, 28 million on Facebook and 28 million on Weibo, the Chinese microblogging platform — a proof of his massive influence worldwide.

 

Outstanding talent
Throughout his career, Lee Minho has essayed many roles in dramas and movies of different genres. Among his memorable dramas include "The Heirs," "The Legend of the Blue Sea," "The King: Eternal Monarch," and "Pachinko."

 

Lee Minho plays the role of merchant Hansu in “Pachinko,” a story of a Korean immigrant family across four generations who leaves South Korea to survive. The show premiered on Apple TV+ in March 2022, and was immediately renewed for a second season in April of then same year. Lee Minho will reprise his role and is now shooting in Canada.

 

The series was chosen as one of the Top 10 Programs of the Year by the American Film Institute Awards, and won Best Foreign Language Series at the Critics' Choice Awards. The stars of “Pachinko” won Best Ensemble Cast at the Independent Spirit Awards.

 

Other acting awards that Lee Minho won in his career include Top Excellence Award and Hallyu Star Award for "City Hunter"; at the Korea Drama Awards; Excellence Award (Actor) for "Personal Taste"; at the MBC Drama Awards; Top Excellence Award (Actor) in a Drama Special and Popularity Award for "The Heirs," at the SBS Drama Awards; Top Excellence Award (Actor) in a Fantasy Drama for "The Legend of the Blue Sea"; at the SBS Drama Awards; and Top Excellence Award (Actor) in a Miniseries Fantasy/Romance Drama for "The King: Eternal Monarch."

 

His next drama project is “Ask the Stars” opposite actress Gong Hyo-jin. In February, Lee Minho posted on Instagram that he finished filming for the drama.

 

Global representation
Lee Minho’s popularity and image led him to be appointed as an ambassador for different events and brands.

 

Among these are public relations ambassador for the King Sejong Institute Foundation (2019), Visit Korea Year (2015), Pyeongchang Winter Olympics (2015), Patagonia: New Life to the Forest Project 2012, Asia Song Festival (2010) and UNICEF Anti-malaria Campaign “Love Net” (2009).

 

All the more uplifting his prestige, Lee Minho is one of the A-list stars of luxury brands Fendi, Boss, and Berluti has tapped for their star-studded fashion campaigns. A favorite in the fashion scene, Lee Minho is a brand ambassador for Fendi. He has also partaken in Boss’ historic rebrand with their #BeYourOwnBoss campaign. He has also made an appearance in the Berluti Spring/Summer 2020 Menswear show in Paris, dressed in coveted items from Berluti’s featured collection.

 

Altruistic spirit
Lee Minho established the Promiz charity platform to help different causes. Among these
include the Zero Campaign for Zero Waste, Safe Umbrella Project, and Milk Mustache aiming to purchase milk for children who are waiting for adoption in Korea.

 

He donated 300 million won to eight charity organizations for Covid-19 relief efforts in 2020.

 

The new face of SMDC
Lee Minho as the new SMDC brand ambassador will be the face of the company’s “Step Into Luxury” 2023 campaign.

 

The partnership between Lee Minho, who enjoys the status as one of Korea’s leading stars, and SMDC, the Philippines’ premier developer, is a match made in Hallyu Heaven.

 

SMDC Vice President for Marketing Aye Luna said the company has chosen Lee Minho for his many stellar qualities.

 

“SMDC partnered with Lee Minho because he emulates many qualities that SMDC stands for: excellence, trailblazing, and sophistication. His qualities have made him an exemplary, world- class actor. More than an actor, he pursues his potential in other aspects and becomes successful at them, as a model, director, businessman,” she said.

 

As a company, she said, “SMDC is now being recognized globally as the Philippines’ leading real estate developer. We are a responsible developer of world-class, master-planned, premier integrated developments. SMDC is a trailblazer and a builder of sustainable communities that nurtures and cares for its community of residents and investors.”

 

It is fitting that Lee Minho is SMDC’s new Good Guy as his personal advocacies include assisting charities and people in need.

 

Step Into Luxury
Under the “Step Into Luxury” campaign, SMDC is promoting its premier residential projects, which offer luxury-grade features and amenities.

 

These projects are Sail Residences (MOA Complex, Pasay City), Sands Residences (Roxas Boulevard, Manila), Glam Residences (EDSA, Quezon City), and Gold Residences (within the Gold City integrated township development across NAIA I, Paranaque City).

 

These residential developments come with opulent finishings and amenities. For residents, they will experience a luxurious lifestyle, as they will enjoy hotel-style environments, resort grade leisure amenities, and easy access to commercial and entertainment establishments.

 

SMDC's “Step into Luxury” campaign describes the quality of life that residents will experience and enjoy SMDC’s developments.

 

The settings and milieux of Lee Minho’s character reflect the environment of these SMDC developments.

 

 

 

credit : https://mb.com.ph/2023/3/26/lee-minho-an-icon-of-luxury

[syntyche]

Lee Min Ho x SMDC Billboard Ad
20230327 @wilbroslive Instagram Stories 

 

 

 

[syntyche]

 

[#LEEMINHO]
We will tell you about the best spots to view flowers of handsomeness!

This is the news that actor LEE MINHO's handsomeness is in full bloom on Naver Post. How amazing is that beauty, shall we check it right now?
https://naver.me/5BvbnZyt

 

 

 

[willenette]

*** After I watched again the video of  "7 First Kisses", I suddenly thought that I hope LMH and Ji Chang Wook could collaborate in a drama in the future. But, will this be possible? Who will play the 2nd lead? In case, I want them to be in a rom-com genre. Besides, they're one amongst the romance kings of the K-Drama world. And their visuals are out of this world. But, with this love triangle in a rom-com genre, would you be able to choose one of them?  Sigh..... this combination would be virtually impossible, huh?   Well, if this will happen in the future..........    it would be a dream come true. 

 

 

 

 

[CarolynH]

Happy 13th Anniversary PT!  I think this an underrated LMH drama.  

********

So, my cousin, who lives outside Boston, saw a LMH standee for the ginseng in Hmart.  She said she would have stolen the standee for me if she thought she could have gotten away with it lol!  Has anyone else in the US found a product LMH endorses with his picture or better yet, standee?  @CallieP and I check our respective Hmart, but haven't found anything.  I haven't found other celebrity endorsement other than IU and BTS.

[willenette]

9 minutes ago, CarolynH said:

Happy 13th Anniversary PT!  I think this an underrated LMH drama.  

 

 

@CarolynH  I agree with you - The drama is underappreciated. It is a popular drama yet however rarely mentioned compared to other Lee MinHo's dramas. This is his drama where it did not receive the same level of attention as others. I feel it didn't get the credit it deserved.    

 

 

 

[backstreetboysfan]

Happy 13th Anniversary PT!, Loved this drama so much .

[willenette]

*** "Pachinko"  has the most hypnotizing opening sequences ever - where all our main characters are seen dancing their hearts out gleefully. There's no way we're ever skipping this. In fact, we might just dance along! This is one of the most gorgeous opening credit scenes. This is important since this is the first thing we see when we start the show. Usually, opening intros is accompanied by visuals that hint at the storyline and sometimes introduce the characters along with an opening song. Oftentimes, after seeing it once, we tend to press the "Skip Intro" button to quickly get to the start of the episode. However, there are some K-drama intros that simply cannot be skipped and this drama is one of them.  

 

 

 

video source : Kpopmap

[gtLmh0622]

 

[CarolynH]

Aw man, I only got 80 out of 100.  I missed Kim Tan's birthday and the Samsung phone used in LOTBS 

************

 

[willenette]

50 Best KDramas to watch right now

 

Right from Crash Landing on You and Alchemy of Souls to Squid Game and Goblin, keep scrolling for a comprehensive list of the best KDramas to watch ASAP!

 

It’s good news for all the entertainment-loving audiences out there, because this time we have curated an ultimate list to guide you through the world of Korean entertainment. In fact, right from interesting cast to addictive plots, we have hand selected only the best Kdramas to watch right now. Apart from an interestingly intense and unpredictable storyline we have made sure to list down incredibly binge-worthy shows that will definitely make you a K-drama fanatic.

Ahead, find the best Kdramas to watch right away, along with their IMDb ratings and OTT platforms. 

 

 

29. Boys Over Flowers

 

• Genre: Comedy, Drama, Romance
• Cast: Ku HyeSun, Lee MinHo, Kim Hyunjoong
• Director: GiSang Jeon
• Writer: Yôko Kamio, Jiryun Yoon
• Year of release: 2009
• OTT Platform: Netflix, MX Player
• IMDb Rating: 7.8/10

Another romantic comedy that we highly recommend is Boys Over Flowers. The show is available on Netflix to stream and features a stellar cast that includes,  Ku Hye sun, Lee MinHo, and Kim Hyunjoong. This iconic teen drama follows the story of a few privileged boys at the Shinhwa High School. It is definitely one of the best Kdramas to watch right now. 

 

 

43. The King: Eternal Monarch

 

• Genre: Fantasy, Mystery, Romance
• Cast: Lee MinHo, Kim Goeun, Woo DoHwan
• Director: Baek SangHoon
• Writer: Kim Eunsook
• Year of release: 2020
• OTT Platform: Netflix
• IMDb Rating: 8.1/10

For anyone who is fond of fantasy, time travel, and parallel universes, with just the right blend of tragedy and romance, this is your show. The K-drama is definitely a must-watch and features a tale of good-looking and strong characters. Watch the show on Netflix to witness the best of Lee MinHo, Kim Goeun, and Woo DoHwan. 

 

 

46. Legend of the Blue Sea

 

• Genre: Comedy, Drama, Fantasy
• Cast: Jun Jihyun, Lee MinHo, Lee Heejoon
• Director: Hyuk Jin
• Writer: Ji Eun Park
• Year of release: 2016
• OTT Platform: Netflix
• IMDb Rating: 8.1/10

Another fantasy romance K-drama that will definitely, make you go, ‘Why didn’t I know about it earlier?’, is Legend of the Blue Sea. This 2019 Korean drama is another highly-rated show that showcases a storyline of how a con artist and a mermaid meet and actually fall in love with each other. The show is directed by Hyuk Jin and features amazing performances by Jun Jihyun, Lee Min Ho, and Lee Heejoon.

 

 

(skipped unrelated.....)

 

 

 

source : Pinkvilla

[syntyche]

New Cuckoo CF with LMH

 

 

[syntyche]

Cuckoo Malaysia Facebook Cover Photo 
facebook.com/CUCKOOInternat…

 

Cuckoo Malaysia Website

https://www.cuckoo.com.my/

 

Spoiler

 

 

**************************

 

LMH IG update

 

Seems like he's enjoying his time walking around. And he's listening to one of my fave songs 

 

 

 

Spoiler

 

 

 

[backstreetboysfan]

New IG update  4-3-2023

 

https://www.instagram.com/p/Cql95q_rUdC/