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]

Because it IS funny 

 

[CarolynH]

Fan support for ATS

 

[CallieP]

On 12/24/2022 at 9:15 AM, willenette said:

 

@CarolynH  isn't she a professional wrestler? I guess he was referring the time when she & Kevin Hart linked-up in his show called Cold as Balls where his guests show up and have a conversation while submerged in an ice bath. Maybe LMH was watching that show where Ronda appeared on that episode for a much-needed soak.

 

 

 

 

 

 

@CallieP  are you referring to this?  

 

 

https://www.nytimes.com/2022/12/21/arts/television/best-tv-episodes-2022.html

 Yes, thank you very much. Great that they picked his special episode. So proud of it.

[willenette]

Top 5 Favorite K-Dramas Of 2022 According To Kpopmap Readers (Vote Result)

 

 

2022 was yet another year filled with riveting drama releases that we couldn't get enough of. With the year coming to a close, it has come time to look back on our favorites from the year.

 

From Dec. 14 to Dec. 26, Kpopmap readers voted for their favorite web drama of the year. We received a total of 90,768 votes. A lot of you have voted, thank you!

 

Here are the best K-dramas of 2022 according to your votes.

 

 

1. "Pachinko" - 49,336 votes

 

The heartwrenching drama "Pachinko" starring Lee MinHo, Jin Ha, MinHa Kim, and Youn YuhJung is the favorite K-Drama of Kpopmap readers for 2022!

 

 

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source : https://www.kpopmap.com/top-5-favorite-kdramas-of-2022-according-to-kpopmap-readers-vote-result/

[gtLmh0622]

On 12/24/2022 at 12:00 PM, CallieP said:

Can we find the original articles?   The first one shows Rolling stone but the second one wasn't clear that it was NYT.

 

Both Rolling Stone and NYT selected ep7 of Pachinko as best episodes of the year 2022. And now the Collider joined in. 

 

https://collider.com/best-tv-episodes-2022/

 

“Chapter Seven,” Pachinko

 

No list would be complete without a recognition of one of the most sublime shows of the year. While Pachinko, based on the outstanding novel of the same name by Min Jin Lee, was wrongfully snubbed by the Emmys, it will always hold a place in our hearts when we look back on this mess of a year. The episode simply entitled “Chapter Seven” is one of the reasons why, as it centered on the character of Hansu (Lee Min-ho) and brought his own harrowing brush with death into the forefront of the story. As directed by the visionary Kogonada, it was an absolutely shattering part of a season that was never lacking in such moments.

[willenette]

The most expensive Korean dramas that are definitely worth watching

From romance to historical dramas, keep scrolling to find an elaborate list of some of the most expensive Korean dramas with stunningly high production costs that you must definitely watch.

 

Believe it or not, producing a top-tier K-drama, not only requires an elaborate team of experts and professionals but a massive budget. In fact, if you think about it, any drama requires immaculate production quality to deliver content that is actually believable and actually takes you on an emotional roller coaster ride. To ensure a top-notch drama that actually manages to impress the audience, it needs to be so much more than just a good story; it requires elements like special effects, exotic and appropriate locations, the right kind of set decor and so much more. This is what makes K-dramas astronomically expensive. This time, we have curated a list of the 10 most expensive Korean dramas that you will definitely enjoy watching. Scroll on for everything from historical dramas to fantasy romance dramas along with their estimated production cost. 

 

6. The King: Eternal Monarch

 

 

The King: Eternal Monarch Cast: Lee Min Ho, Kim Go Eun, Woo Do Hwan

Director: Baek Sang Hoon

Writer: Kim Eun Sook

Year of release: 2020

OTT Platform: Netflix

The King: Eternal Monarch Rating: 8.1/10

Read more about The King: Eternal Monarch here.

The King: Eternal Monarch has been in the limelight for Lee Min Ho's salary per episode making him one of the highest-paid actors in South Korea. The show has a military premise and is loaded with special effects and fantasy segments. In fact, it is safe to say the show is a full-fledged experience with the showcase of expensive cars, impressive jewelry, horses, and massive sets. 

The estimated production cost of The King: Eternal Monarch was estimated at 30 billion Korean won.

 

 

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9. Legend of the Blue Sea

 

 

 

Legend of the Blue Sea Cast: Jun Ji Hyun, Lee Min Ho, Lee Hee Joon

Director: Hyuk Jin

Writer: Ji Eun Park

Year of release: 2016

OTT Platform: Netflix

Legend of the Blue Sea Rating: 8.1/10

Read more about Legend of the Blue Sea here.

The Lee Min Ho starrer, this K-drama is a fantasy romance drama that’s filled with worth-watching special effects. Apart from that, the show’s overseas filming that was held in Spain and Palau, along with the star cast’s high charges per episode makes this Korean drama one of the most expensive Korean dramas of all time. 

The estimated production cost of Legend of the Blue Sea was estimated at 22 billion Korean won.

 

 

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source : https://www.pinkvilla.com/entertainment/the-most-expensive-korean-dramas-that-are-definitely-worth-watching-1204650

[CarolynH]

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I saw this on Twitter...favorite LMH  2022.  I agree, this is my favorite too.  

 

[willenette]

22 hours ago, gtLmh0622 said:

 

Both Rolling Stone and NYT selected ep7 of Pachinko as best episodes of the year 2022. And now the Collider joined in. 

 

https://collider.com/best-tv-episodes-2022/

 

“Chapter Seven,” Pachinko

 

No list would be complete without a recognition of one of the most sublime shows of the year. While Pachinko, based on the outstanding novel of the same name by Min Jin Lee, was wrongfully snubbed by the Emmys, it will always hold a place in our hearts when we look back on this mess of a year. The episode simply entitled “Chapter Seven” is one of the reasons why, as it centered on the character of Hansu (Lee Min-ho) and brought his own harrowing brush with death into the forefront of the story. As directed by the visionary Kogonada, it was an absolutely shattering part of a season that was never lacking in such moments.

 

@gtLmh0622  thanks for sharing this. Yesterday, December 28th (local time), the Chicago Sun-Times, one of the two major daily newspapers in Chicago, introduced the top 10 list of ‘2022 Best TV series’ selected by Richard Roeper, with ‘Pachinko‘  ranked first. This is a leading U.S. daily newspaper. The Sun-Times introduced ‘Pachinko’ as “a masterfully spun, gorgeously photographed, beautifully acted and deeply memorable work following the journey of one Korean family across some 75 years.”  In particular, he praised the drama’s introductory video, saying, “one of the greatest opening credits sequences in television history.” Roeper said, “Pachinko” is a triumphant work with gleaming performances by the great Youn Yuh-Jung (Oscar winner for “Minari”), Lee Minho, Minha Kim, Soji Arai and Jin Ha. Very specific to one family and yet universally relatable, “Pachinko” is a breathtakingly original treasure.”  

 

 

LINK here : https://chicago.suntimes.com/movies-and-tv/2022/12/26/23521996/best-tv-2022-pachinko-somebody-somewhere-bear-tulsa-king-house-dragon-richard-roeper

 

 

 

 

photos source : https://v.daum.net/v/20221229075700818

 

 

 

 

 

[gtLmh0622]

https://kofice.or.kr/b20industry/b20_industry_00_view.asp?seq=1264&tblID=gongji&clsID=0

 

Lee Min Ho listed on the 2022 Global Hallyu Trends by KOFICE

 

[favorite Korean actors]

1. Lee Minho (9.3%)

 

 

It seems the gap between him and the 2nd is more and more huge every year. 

 

 

 

cr. caramelhershey

 

[CarolynH]

Look how young he looks

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LMH seems like an unofficial model for Kim Seo Ryung

[CallieP]

On 12/28/2022 at 12:40 AM, gtLmh0622 said:

 

Both Rolling Stone and NYT selected ep7 of Pachinko as best episodes of the year 2022. And now the Collider joined in. 

 

https://collider.com/best-tv-episodes-2022/

 

“Chapter Seven,” Pachinko

 

 

No list would be complete without a recognition of one of the most sublime shows of the year. While Pachinko, based on the outstanding novel of the same name by Min Jin Lee, was wrongfully snubbed by the Emmys, it will always hold a place in our hearts when we look back on this mess of a year. The episode simply entitled “Chapter Seven” is one of the reasons why, as it centered on the character of Hansu (Lee Min-ho) and brought his own harrowing brush with death into the forefront of the story. As directed by the visionary Kogonada, it was an absolutely shattering part of a season that was never lacking in such moments.

Thank you.  So they are the third magazine to recognize Chapter 7, so proud that it mainly concentrated on Hansu and not even in the book.  Anyone can find the original article for the Rolling Stones article?   I tried today but could not find it. Maybe one of you can succeed?

 

Wow! What a treat, LMH top in Kofice and Pachinko #1 in Chicago Tribune.  The Emmy's and Golden Globe really did a disservice by not even nominating them.  Good for the news media.

[CarolynH]

Is it me or is LMH's hair getting shorter and shorter ?

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[gtLmh0622]

 

Korean media widely reported Episode 7 of Pachinko was selected as the best TV episode of 2022 by major U.S. media yesterday.  Knetz comments as following : 

 

 

 

cr. and translate : forlmhonly

 

 

 

7 hours ago, CallieP said:

Anyone can find the original article for the Rolling Stones article?

 

Here's the article :

https://www.rollingstone.com/tv-movies/tv-movie-lists/25-best-tv-episodes-2022-euphoria-zendaya-the-white-lotus-andor-barry-1234646615/pachinko-chapter-seven-apple-tv-season-one-episode-seven-1234646661/

 

 

 

 

Pachinko: “Chapter Seven” (Apple TV+, Season One, Episode Seven)

Pachinko is a haunting historical epic about one family’s journey during and after the Japanese occupation of Korea. The seventh chapter flashed back to the earlier life of one of the show’s villains, Hansu (Lee Min-Ho), a Korean man willingly collaborating with the invaders. Set around the Great Kanto Earthquake of 1923, it’s a tragic origin story that complicates our feelings about Hansu, and also a chilling portrait of how disaster can sometimes bring about the absolute worst in people, rather than the best.  

 

 

[syntyche]

LMH IG update 

 

Happy New Year everyone! 

 

 

 

[syntyche]

Happy New Year

Here is Lee Minho's New Year's greetings! The last moment of 2022! And the beginning of 2023! Happy New Year with Lee Minho

 

 

[CarolynH]

I'm happy that they're still friends.  I really want a photo or a short clip of the new F4.

Happy New Years soompi Minoz.  Thanks for supporting this thread!

[Lindyloo421]

2022 was marvellous  for LMH wasn’t it? So many great moments and that 

never to be forgotten performance in Pachinko. I feel so proud to be 

his fan!

 

 Going into a new year with Ask the Stars to come  is really something to look forward to - can’t wait.

 

I really enjoy being on this thread and wanted to say thank you all.

 

Happy New Year everyone. 

[backstreetboysfan]

Happy New Year everyone! .

[gtLmh0622]

https://goggler.my/the-best-television-of-2022/

 

The Best Television of 2022

 

Pachinko

 

 

 

Everything about Pachinko just sings. From how cinematic it looks, to how the series pulls off its multilingual format, to Lee Min-Ho. This is a love-letter to the Korean experience, to all those who endured under the fist of Japanese colonialism, and the stateless Koreans forced to carve out new lives in Japan. Pachinko perfectly manifests the push and pull between the struggle to endure and the desire to break away from confines that hold them. It is profound, devastating, and beautiful all at once. It is a Korean story like no other, and it is excellent.

 

 

[CarolynH]

Fingers crossed that we get something new from BOSS.

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Ok, I'll ask.  I've seen some comments on IG about whether LMH is sick (or injured).  The 2nd picture looks like hospital attire.  Some said it is related to ATS, but he doesn't look like he's wearing any makeup.  I would think even if someone is in the hospital, in a drama/movie, the actor is wearing some makeup.  And, unless the photo isn't recent, would he be filming NY Eve or NY day? But, on the flip side, would he post a photo that would make fans concerned?