So Ji Sub 소지섭 - Best Korean Actor & Rapper -

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***In Korea, many people would ask you about your blood type as an icebreaker. There is a saying that certain blood types show different personality traits. Those with blood type O is said to be competitive, funny and also someone good

 

with their priorities. I'm Type O, too and this should be taken with a light heart!    

 

 

 

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Korean Celebrities With Blood Type O

 

 

 

 

 

source : Kpopmap

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So Ji Sub Considering Starring Role in “Plaza Wars”

 

 

So Ji Sub (Doctor Lawyer) is considering a starring role in the new Korean drama Plaza Wars. Plaza Wars is a noir drama about two gangs fighting for power in Seoul in front of the National Assembly Plaza.

 

So Ji Sub would play a man who starts finding out a lot of secrets after his brother’s death. Plaza Wars is hoping to air sometime later in 2023.

 

 

 

source : Kdramakisses

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*** Yes, even with just a basic white shirt on, SJS never fails to make us swoon! Basic white tees have become a style staple in everyone's wardrobe. A basic white shirt is a true must-have for men. And let's admit it, a true test of dapperness is how our favorite oppa rocks a plain white T-shirt. How can a simple piece look so sexy, huh? He can pull off and

standout even with just this piece on. 

 

 

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*** Korean movie "Confession - 2020" is available to preorder on Blu-ray and/or DVD with English subtitles from YESASIA.   

 

 

 

Directed by Yoon Jong-seok

With So Ji-sub, Kim Yunjin, Nana, Choi Kwang-il, Hwang Sun-hee, Hong Seo-jun,...

Started filming: 2019/12/16
Wrapped up filming: 2020/02/29
Synopsis
A story about a man who has been pointed out as the culprit of a locked-room murder and his lawyer approaching the truth.

Release date in Korea : 2022/10/26

Blu-ray (Full Slip Numbering Limited Edition) with English subtitles

 

 

 

DVD with English subtitles

 

 

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** Viki has always been one of my main sources for watching K-dramas.  

 

 

 

37 Most-Rated K-Dramas Of All Time On Viki

 

Viki has been bringing K-drama lovers quality content for many years now. The love and appreciation that viewers have for an inclusive platform that is able to provide accessibility to various shows has been endless. With the long history of Viki and K-dramas, there are certain titles that prove to be consistently popular. These K-dramas have garnered over 100,000 ratings each, showing that these dramas have been the most popular among Viki users over the years. Here are those 37 dramas!

 

Ratings updated on April 3, 2023.

 

 

20. “Oh My Venus” (2015~2016)
147,394 ratings / ★9.7

 

 

So Ji Sub stars in “Oh My Venus” as a hotshot trainer named Kim Young Ho, while Shin Min Ah plays a lawyer named Kang Joo Eun who wants to lose weight. Young Ho ends up falling in love with Joo Eun, and the two engage in a passionate romance.

 

When you think hot and steamy OTPs, Shin Min Ah and So Ji Sub definitely take the cake. Their chemistry is palpable.

 

And with the scenes of the two working out and doing judo together on the mat, it’s no wonder people loved the series so much! There are also a few supporting actors who gained recognition through this series and are popular today, which only emphasizes how much love it has received over the years.

 

Watch “Oh My Venus” here:

 

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Korean Romantic Movies according to their IMDb ratings

 

6. Be With You (2018)

 

• Movie Genre: Drama, Fantasy, Romance
• Duration: 132 min 
• Star Cast: So Ji Seob, Son Ye Jin, Yoo Ram Bae, So Hyun Gam
• Director: Jang Hoon Lee 
• Year of release: 2018
• OTT Platform: Amazon Prime Video
• IMDb Rating: 7.7/10

Released in 2018, Be With You is another romantic fantasy drama that stars Korean celebrities like So Ji Seob, Son Ye Jin, Yoo Ram Bae, and So Hyun Gam. The movie features the story of Woo Jin and his son Ji Ho and how they deal with their life after losing his wife. The movie takes an interesting turn when she returns.   

 

 

 

7. Always (2011) 

 

• Movie Genre: Action, Drama, Romance
• Duration: 108 min
• Star Cast: So Ji Seob, Han Hyo Joo, Kang Shin Il, Cheol Min Park
• Director: Song Il Gon
• Year of release: 2011
• OTT Platform: Plex
• IMDb Rating: 7.7/10

This 2011 action drama romance features the story of an ex-boxer named Chul Min and how he falls in love with a telemarketer named Jung Hwa. The interesting part of the plot is that Jung Hwa cannot see. 

 

 

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source : Pinkvilla

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Top 10 highest paid Korean actors of all time

Right from Kim Soo Hyun to Ji Chang Wook, keep scrolling to know who are the richest Korean stars of all time with a list of highest paid Korean actors.

 

With the biggest K-dramas and Korean movies of all time, the Korean entertainment industry is an evergrowing entertainment industry. Right from extravagant sets, to the highest-paid Korean actors, the Hallyu wave has had one of the most lasting effects in the world of K-drama. The world of OTT platforms has suddenly led to a massive expansion of Korean entertainment and celebrity fandoms which has led to a phenomenal global Korean fandom.

 

This spectacle has definitely managed to create bigger names for several Korean actors who have been making a huge net worth off of the K-drama industry. This is precisely why this time we have curated a list of the top 10 Korean celebrities who are amongst the highest-paid Korean actors of all time. 

 

 

 

7. So Ji Sub

 

 

Another acclaimed South Korean actor with a huge income is So Ji Sub. The actor rose to popularity after he was seen in Korean shows including Cain And Abel, Master’s Sun, Oh My Venus, as well as I’m Sorry. Born on November 4, 1977, in Seoul, South Korea, this 45-year-old actor is one of the highest-paid Korean actors in the world. 

So Ji Sub Net worth and estimated earnings

So Ji Sub has an estimated net worth of around 16 million USD. His estimated earnings are around 67,100 USD per scene along with millions of dollars for endorsements and brand collaborations. 

5 Lesser known facts about So Ji Sub

While the actor has always been in the public eye, here are a few lesser-known facts about him.

1. He has been a member of Korea’s water polo team.

2. He is a strong supporter of women’s rights and feminism.

3. He is incredibly punctual and considerate on set. 

4. So Ji Sub released his own book in the form of a photo essay expressing his journey and stories of his life and career. 

5. So Ji Sub’s favorite number is 51. 

So Ji Sub Achievement and Awards 

The actor has been nominated for a number of esteemed awards. When it comes to awards and achievements the Korean actor won his very first major award, which was the "Daesang (Grand Prize)" MBC Drama Awards for his lead role in Doctor Lawyer. He has also won awards including the 47th Grand Bell Awards, 2nd Korea Broadcasting Grand Prix Award, National Tax Service, 22nd Grimae Award, 28th Korean Association of Film Critics Award, 41st Baeksang Arts Awards, KBS Drama Awards, KBS Drama Award, and SBS Drama Award among several others.

 

Top So Ji Sub’s Movies and K-drama are: 

So Ji Sub’s filmography has a massive collection of blockbuster movies and K-dramas. Here is a list of top So Ji Sub’s movies and K-dramas:

• ‘Always’ (2011)
• ‘Rough Cut’ (2008)
• ‘The Throne’ (2015)
• ‘The Battleship Island' (2017)
• ‘A Company Man’ (2012)

 

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source : https://www.pinkvilla.com/entertainment/top-10-highest-paid-korean-actors-of-all-time-1217517

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Is Age Truly Just A Number? Here Are 7 K-Celebrity Couples With Huge Age Gaps Who Have Not Broken Up

The biggest age gap is 21 years!

 

It is often said that age is just a number, and seeing these couples, it just might be true. Here are the Korean celebrity couples that overcame the societal standards of age in romance and even the disapproving glances of some netizens by staying together as a couple!

 

 

3. Actor So Ji Sup and Reporter Cho Eun Jung

In 2019, Dispatch revealed photos of So Ji Sup (45) and Cho Eun Jung (29) on a date, and they confirmed the news. Despite an age gap of 17 years, the chemistry between them was evident from the start.

Sparks flew when they met on SBS’s Access Showbiz Tonight when So Ji Sup and actress Son Ye Jin guested to promote their movie Be With You, and Cho Eun Jung was the host that led the interview.

 

 

The two married in 2020 and even donated ₩50.0 million KRW (about $37,400 USD) to Good Children to help students affected by Covid-19. At the end of 2022, So Ji Sub and Cho Eun Jung went to support the works of painter Park Seo Bo and took pictures with him; it was the first public photo of the couple since they got married in 2020.

 

 

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source : https://www.koreaboo.com/lists/age-truly-just-number-korean-celebrity-couples-huge-age-gaps-not-broken/

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Five high-rated dramas that made waves in 2013

 

These golden dramas managed to win top awards at the time and gave birth to countless popular trends and items.

Korea has come to much fruition when it comes to dramas. Not only critically acclaimed, but these series also manage to leave a strong impression on the audience from within and beyond national borders.

 

2013 was a clear milestone when various famous, high-rated dramas greeted the audience. They were so popular that many remake versions came out after, hoping for similar success. Many popular trends also withstand the test of time.

 

After 10 years, they still manage to be at the top of the audience’s mind whenever an iconic detail is mentioned.

 

 

Master’s Sun

“Master’s Sun” revolves around the story and life of Tae Gong Shil (Gong Hyo Jin), a girl with the ability to see ghosts after an accident. Tae Gong Shil lives in insecurity and obsession over her ability until she meets Joong Won (So Ji Sub).

Their encounter somehow makes the ghosts disappear, putting Gong Shil at ease.

 

 

The drama is an apt blend of comedy, supernatural elements, and romance. Gong Shil and Joong Won form a special connection as the story unfolds.  

 

So Ji Sub bagged home two major awards at the “SBS Drama Awards”. The drama OSTs are still listened to until this day.

 

 

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source : https://kbizoom.com/five-high-rated-dramas-that-made-waves-in-2013/

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[New Movie] "Alienoid: The Return to the Future"

 

 

 

"Alienoid: The Return to the Future" (2023)

Directed by Choi Dong-hoon

With Ryu Jun-yeol, Kim Woo-bin, Kim Tae-ri, Lee Hanee, Yum Jung-ah, Jo Woo-jin,...

Synopsis
Ean and thunder have become trapped in the distant past while tryng to prevent the escape of alien prisoners who are locked up in the human brains. She eventually locates the Divine Blade. which can open a door through time. Meanwhile Moo-reuk who helps Ean escape is unnerved when he begins sensing the presence of a strange being in his body. Ean and Moo-reuk are pursued by the Sorcerers, who suspect that an alien lies within Moo-reuk and by the sinister enemy who seeks the Blade. Back in the year 2022, the release of an alien gas haava results in the death of thousands of people. With only 48 minutes left betore all the haava are set to detonate. Ean must return to the future, face down the aliens and stop the detonation of the haava. Finally, the gate of time opens and the
secrets or Moo-reuk, Ean, and Thunder begin to be revealed!

 

Release date in Korea : 2023/Second half

 

 

 

source : Hancinema

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18 K-Dramas To Add To Your Summer Watch List

 

Summer is the time to unwind, to head off to new adventures, and also the beginning of new possibilities. As you soak in the summer sun and embrace the warm weather, the best way to cool down is to catch up or revisit your favorite K-dramas. Here are 18 K-dramas, a mix of some golden oldies and a few recent ones, to add to your summer watch list.

 

 

“Oh My Venus”

 

Kim Young Ho (So Ji Sub) is a personal trainer to Hollywood stars but is back home after a scandal. He helps a young woman named Kang Joo Eun (Shin Min Ah) after she passes out on a flight. Joo Eun is a lawyer who has been so immersed in work. After she’s dumped by her boyfriend, she is on a mission to get her life back, and losing weight is the main priority. She approaches Young Ho, who agrees to become her trainer. They cutely transition from trainer-client to friends and then lovers. Of course, there are Young Ho’s past issues with health and his estrangement from his wealthy family, but he no longer feels alone.

“Oh My Venus” is one of those shows that has you invested in from the very first episode. The tingling chemistry between So Ji Sub and Shin Min Ah is intense and scorches the screen. From the cutesy one-liners to sweet gestures, this delightful love story is a perfect show to unwind with. If you suddenly see yourself working out and eating healthy after watching this drama, I cannot blame you.

Start watching “Oh My Venus”:

 

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6 K-Dramas With Big Age Gaps Between The Romantic Leads

It happens more often than we realize.

 

 

 

3. My Secret Terrius

 

 

Starring So Ji Seob and Jung In Sun, this drama tells the story of a widow discovering the conspiracy behind her husband’s death with the help of her neighbor, who is also a former NIS agent. While So Ji Sub is a ’77 liner, In Sun was born in 1991, making their age difference 14 years. When the drama was airing in 2018, Seo was 45 years old, while In Sun was 31.

 

 

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source : https://www.koreaboo.com/lists/6-k-dramas-big-age-gap-romantic-leads/

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*** As of this writing, Su Ji Sub is on his showbiz break. But while enjoying his hiatus, in February, he made a buzz informing the public that he is being courted to star in the series "Plaza Wars". I hope we could get to hear/read news and updates regarding his decision for this drama. I hope he's going to take the role.  

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6 Popular Korean Actors Who Also Started Their Own Talent Agencies

Who knew these stars were behind these popular companies?

 

The trend of South Korean stars starting their own agencies is not new. Some of the most popular entertainment agencies today were started by early celebrities. Park Jin Young was a singer before becoming the founder of JYP Entertainment. YG Entertainment’s founder Yang Hyun Suk was also an idol, a part of the iconic first-generation boy group Seo Taiji and Boys. K-Pop singers continue to carry on this legacy even today, with artists like Hyolyn, B.I., and PSY being only a few of the examples.

 

Korean actors, too, are not behind in this venture. Over the last few years, quite a few actors have set up their own companies, which has allowed them more creative freedom and a way to channel their entrepreneurial intelligence.

 

 

6. So Ji Sub

 

 

In 2011, So Ji Sub set up a one-man agency called 51K. At that time, the actor made it clear that the agency was solely to manage his own activities, and he had no thoughts of taking in younger actors. But over the years, the agency grew larger. Currently, it manages talents like VIXX’s N, Kim Doh Yon, Lee Seung Woo, Shin Ju Seop¸and Ok Taecyon.

 

 

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source : https://www.koreaboo.com/lists/6-popular-korean-actors-also-started-talent-agencies/

 

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10 K-Dramas Turning 10 Years Old This Year

 

There are some shows that have a timeless appeal, a high recall value to be visited time and time again. From the classic rich boy/poor girl love story to an otherworldly romance between an alien and a superstar, or some dynastic intrigues led by a queen, these stories have entertained us down the years. So here’s a look at 10 K dramas which turn 10 years old this year!

 

 

“Master’s Sun”

 

 

Tae Gong Shil (Gong Hyo Jin) barely gets to sleep at night thanks to her many uncanny encounters with ghosts. Gong Shil is constantly visited by spirits of the dead who want her to do things for them. But the only person who seems to be her armor is the rich owner of a mega departmental store, Joo Joong Won (So Ji Sub). Gong Shil discovers that every time she is near him, she does not see the dead. The two have a rocky start, especially with Joong Won being weary of the clingy Gong Shil, but despite the absurdity of their situation, they somehow end up falling in love with each other.

When you have two stellar stars such as Gong Hyo Jin and So Ji Sub, you can expect some scorching chemistry. Ji Sub as Joo Joong Won is uproarious, especially when it comes to his initial reservations towards the strange Gong Shil. But when he falls in love, he is a man besotted with eyes only for the woman he loves. And Gong Hyo Jin gives another master stroke of her acting prowess. Some of the stories in the show are so heart-wrenching, it is bound to make you shed a tear or two.

 

Start watching “Master’s Sun”:

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*** I've watched his latest movie, “Confession”. This movie is more than a simple crime film. The lesson that the story conveys here is that “money can't buy everything, after all.” There is So Ji-sub as Yoo who proves to be really versatile. He needs to play several personalities all in a very short space of time. He’s a high-powered businessman who isn’t used to losing. I find the movie good, only the ending leaves one a little bit unsatisfied.  

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*** Su Ji Sub has been married for 3-years already. His wife quit her job to take care of him, the plan to have children

 

has not been realized until now. Hope to hear good news from this lovely couple soon.  

 

 

 

 

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*** Today, many people are fluent in multiple languages. Most people speak English to some degree, but even native English speakers often decide to learn a second or third language. Usually, the second language is German, Italian, or French, but recently more and more young people prefer the languages of the Asian region. The most popular are Korean and Japanese.  

 

 

 

10 Outstanding Movies for Learning Korean

 

 

 

 

#4 "Be with You", 2018

This romantic film starring the "Crash Landing on You" actress Son Ye-jin and well-known Korean actor So Ji-sub tells the incredible story of a promise kept: after she dies, Soo-ah (Son Ye-jin) returns to Woo-jin (So Ji-sub), her husband, before the first rainy day one year later.

Surprisingly enough for Woo Jin, his wife reclaims no conscious recollections of their bond together-while he's trying to revive those memories. A remake of Takuji Ichikawa's novel as well as a 2004 Japanese movie bearing the same title, this picture is sure to transport viewers into an enchanting sight and soundscape with its distinctive Korean accents and pronunciation; not only that but also it will help anyone interested in learning new languages spoken in Asia.

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"Be with You" is directed by Lee Jang-hoon-I, and features So Ji-sub, Son Ye-jin, Kim Ji-hwan-I, Ko Chang-seok, Lee You-jin, Kim Hyun-soo. Release date in Korea: 2018/03/14.

 

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*** On July 4, Korean news outlet Ilgan Sports reported that Gong Myung may be starring alongside So Ji Sub in a new drama adaptation of the hit webtoon “Plaza Wars.”  Based on the popular webtoon of the same name, “Plaza Wars” will tell the story of the two rival gangs that survived a fight for supremacy in front of Seoul’s National Assembly Plaza—and a man who embarks on a hunt for the truth after the sudden death of his younger brother.  

 

 

 

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*** According to the Korean Cultural Center in Sydney, a Culture Ministry affiliate, the 14th edition of KOFFIA will take place in Sydney, Canberra, Melbourne and Brisbane. Korean films are scheduled to make their Australian cinematic debut at the upcoming 2023 Korean Film Festival in Australia. The festival kicks off with an opening ceremony at Event Cinema George Street in Sydney on Aug. 24 with "The Night Owl.” Following the KOFFIA in Sydney from Aug. 25 to 29, the movie festival will take place at Palace Electric Cinema in Canberra from Sept. 1 to 3. The film festival then moves to the ACMI in Fed Square, Melbourne from Sept. 7 and runs through Sept. 11. The film fest will come to an end with a four-day event at Elizabeth Picture Theatre, Brisbane, starting Sept. 17. A total of 13 highly acclaimed Korean films, including “Nothing Serious” (2021), “6/45” (2022), “Confession” (2022), “Remember” (2022), “Hero” (2022), “Life is Beautiful” (2022), “Next Sohee,” “Switch,” “The Point Men,” “Someone You Loved” and more will hit Australian theaters. 

 

 

 

 

credit : Korea Herald