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Pink Villa
29-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
Resident Playbook's Jung Jun Won and Go Yoon Jung lead June 2025 Actor Brand Reputation Rankings, know top 30 list
The Korean Business Research Institute has revealed the results of its latest analysis. The spotlight shines on some of the biggest and fastest-rising names in the Korean entertainment industry. Covering the period between May 24 and June 24, the June 2025 rankings offer a detailed snapshot of actor popularity. The data was compiled using several indicators: media coverage, audience engagement, online interactions, and community discussions. It focused on 100 actors who appeared in dramas, films, or streaming content during the past month. Jung Jun Won clinches No. 1 spot Claiming the No. 1 spot for June is Jung Jun Won. His standout performance in Resident Playbook, Hospital Playlist spin-off, has catapulted him into the spotlight. With a brand reputation index of 5,748,349, Jung's ranking is a proof of his rising influence as a lead actor. Jung's natural acting style and growing fanbase signal a promising future for the actor. His popularity shows no signs of slowing down. Son Suk Ku and So Ji Sub take second and third In second place is Son Suk Ku. His back-to-back appearances in the crime-thriller Nine Puzzles and the romantic fantasy Heavenly Ever After earned him a brand index of 5,450,604. His consistent performances and genre versatility continue to keep him in the spotlight. Veteran actor So Ji Sub returned to the small screen with the gritty drama Mercy for None, placing third with a brand reputation index of 5,042,154. His powerful comeback and longstanding popularity made him a strong contender this month. Go Yoon Jung and Gong Myoung round out the Top 5 At No. 4 is Go Yoon Jung, who also starred in Resident Playbook. Her role helped her gain a solid brand score of 4,094,237. It further boosts her status as one of the most in-demand young actresses in the industry. Gong Myoung claimed fifth place with a brand reputation index of 3,787,932. This is all thanks to his roles in Mercy for None and Second Shot at Love. His romantic and dramatic range has continued to attract praise and growing fan support. Top 30 most talked-about actors in June 2025 Jung Jun Won Son Suk Ku So Ji Sub Go Yoon Jung Gong Myoung Choo Young Woo Lee Jun Young Park Ji Hoon Lee Jae In Kang You Seok Park Bo Gum Shin Si Ah Kim Da Mi Park Bo Young Kang Ha Neul Lee Byung Hun Yook Sungjae (BTOB) Lee Jae Wook Lee Jun Hyuk Kim So Hyun Kim Ji Yeon (WJSN's Bona) Han Ye Ji Jo Bo Ah Uhm Ji Won Ahn Jae Wook Han Ji Min Kim Hye Ja Hong Hwa Yeon Jung Kyung Ho Jang Dong Yoon This month's list doesn't just focus on leading actors. It also reflects a diverse blend of emerging stars and established names.
News18
14-06-2025
- Entertainment
- News18
From Romance To Revenge: 10 K-Dramas To Binge-Watch On Netflix This Weekend
Last Updated: With swoon-worthy love stories, spine-chilling thrillers and heartwarming tales of friendship, Netflix has got you covered. With such a wide range of Korean dramas available across streaming platforms, one is bound to get confused about what to watch next. So, if you are in the mood to binge-watch a drama this weekend, whether comedy, tragedy, thriller or romance, then hop onto Netflix as it has a perfect pick for each one of your moods. With swoon-worthy love stories, spine-chilling thrillers and heartwarming tales of friendship, Netflix has got you covered. Here's a list of the top 10 K-dramas on the streaming platform for your every mood. Crash Landing On You (2019) One of the best K-dramas in the rom-com genre, Crash Landing On You revolves around a South Korean heiress who lands in North Korea after a paragliding mishap. She meets with an officer, who falls in love with her and helps her get back to her home. It features Hyun Bin and Son Ye Jin as the lead couple. Vincenzo (2021) Vincenzo Cassano is not your average hero. He is a Korean-Italian lawyer who used to work for the mafia. When he returns to Seoul, he starts living in a building full of quirky tenants and battles a ruthless corporation. The crime drama with a hint of romance, featuring Song Joong Ki, Jeon Yeo Been and Taecyeon, is perfect if you are in the mood to watch some thrilling action. It's Okay To Not Be Okay (2020) This is not just another love story. It is all about healing. Starring Kim Soo Hyun, Seo Ye Ji and Oh Jung Se, it tells the story of a caregiver and a children's book author who slowly open up to each other and heal their deep emotional wounds. Kingdom (2019-2021) Kingdom, based on the webtoon Kingdom of Gods, is a blend of royal politics with a zombie outbreak. Set in 17th-century Joseon, the story follows the Crown Prince, who sets out to investigate the mysterious illness affecting the king when he finds himself in the middle of a zombie outbreak. It features Ju Ji Hoon, Bae Doona and Kim Sung Kyu in pivotal roles. Hospital Playlist (2020-2021) Looking for a heartwarming tale of friendship? Then, the Hospital Playlist should be your pick. It follows the lives of five doctors in their forties working at the Yulje Medical Centre, who became friends while they were in medical school. This slice-of-life medical drama is less about surgeries and more about connections with people. It stars Jo Jung Suk, Yoo Yeon Seok, Jung Kyung Ho, Kim Dae Myung, and Jeon Mi Do. The Glory (2022-2023) A woman, who was bullied beyond belief in high school, returns to take revenge on her bullies years later. This gripping revenge drama is intense, emotionally and morally complex. With Song Hye Kyo starring as the lead, The Glory left us asking just one question: How far can someone go for justice? Twenty-Five Twenty-One (2022) A love story at first, Twenty-Five Twenty-One ultimately turns into a heartbreaking tale. Set in the late '90s in Korea, the drama follows the lives of a passionate teen fencer and a hardworking young man, who rebuilds his life from scratch after the IMF crisis. It stars Kim Tae Ri and Nam Joo Hyuk as the lead couple. Extraordinary Attorney Woo (2022) The legal drama follows the life of an autistic lawyer named Woo Young Woo. Because she is different from her peers, she faces several challenges in her life. However, with every case that she takes up, Attorney Woo proves her mettle. Park Eun Bin stars as the titular character. Alchemy Of Souls (2022-2023) In the land of Daeho, souls can shift bodies, and good and evil powers fight to control the misuse of such magic. The story follows the lives of young mages as they overcome their twisted fates due to a forbidden spell known as the Alchemy of Souls. Lee Jae Wook, Jung So Min, Go Youn Jung, and Hwang Min Hyun are among the actors in this fantasy romance. Sweet Home (2020-2024) In Sweet Home, a group of strangers gets trapped in an apartment as people around them mysteriously turn into monsters based on their inner desires. All of them fight for survival. A mix of horror and survival genres, the drama features Song Kang as the lead. First Published: June 14, 2025, 12:42 IST
Pink Villa
30-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
Resident Playbook: Why is Kim Hye In apologizing for Myung Eun Won role post-finale: 'Who were frustrated...'
Medical drama Resident Playbook shed light on the daily challenges faced by first-year OB-GYN residents. The young doctors encountered not only the typical struggles of rookies but also conflicts with their colleagues and the harsh treatment from some of their seniors. Notably, actress Kim Hye In's portrayal of Dr Myung Eun Won, one of the most disliked characters, drew significant attention. Recently, on May 29, she apologized to the viewers for her role's crudity. Kim Hye In's apology letter for Resident Playbook role Kim Hye In reprised her role as Myung Eun Won from Hospital Playlist in the spin-off Resident Playbook. Although her portrayal garnered significant negative reactions, it also showcased her acting prowess. However, owing to the discomfort it might have caused the viewers, she took to Instagram to pen down a heartfelt post. Sharing a series of photos with her co-stars, she expressed her honest emotions following the series' conclusion. The actress wrote, "I would like to carefully and wholeheartedly apologize to those who were frustrated watching Eun Won, and to those who were heartbroken because of people like Eun Won in real life." Mentioning the unfavourable ending offered to her on-screen character, Kim Hye In felt that it might have provided a "little comfort" to the viewers. It indicated to Myung Eun Won shattered dreams of transitioning into a medical professor, despite her various schemes. Kim Hye In documents her Resident Playbook experience She recalled the first time she auditioned for the role of Myung Eun Won in 2019 and expressed disbelief in how she played the same role for that long period of 5 years. As per her, it was "a great blessing and honour" to be picked for the role and thanked the directors and writers of Hospital Playlist and its spin-off for believing in her. Kim Hae In receives love for her acting Even though Kim Hae In's character was disliked, she and her acting received immense love. Her fellow co-star Kang You Seok, who played idol-turned-doctor Um Jae Il, appreciated her calling her "best Myung Eun Won" in the post's comment. Yoo Hyeon Jong, who played a paediatrics doctor also playfully remarked, "You did a good job that deserves to be scolded."
Pink Villa
30-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
Why Go Yoon Jung and Kang You Seok haven't joined Resident Playbook cast in Bali yet? Delayed plans revealed
Resident Playbook concluded two weeks ago, after a successful run globally. It dropped its final episodes on May 17 and 18 and broadcasted a special episode on May 24. Following that, the cast was rewarded with a 7-day team retreat to spend time together, bond better. However, Go Yoon Jung and Kang You Seok couldn't travel with the others due to their packed schedule. According to a May 30 report by K-media Sports Chosun, they are now set out to join the team. When is the Bali retreat and what is it about? Jung Jun Won, Han Ye Ji, Shin Shi Ah and most of the other cast and crew of Resident Playbook are currently enjoying a peaceful vacation in Bali, Indonesia. They reportedly departed on May 26 KST and were set to spend 7 nights and 8 days in the picturesque location, heading back on June 2. Regarding the aim of the retreat, the production team of tvN drama stated, "It is not a reward vacation for all the cast and staff, but a trip for teamwork purposes." If the retreat is intended for team-building, it raises a valid question as to why Go Yoon Jung and Kang You Seok weren't initially able to participate with the rest of the cast. Why did Go Yoon Jung and Kang You Seok not travel with the team? The two beloved OB-GYN residents of the Hospital Playlist spin-off were unable to join the rest of the cast initially due to their individual projects. After completing their personal schedules, Go Yoon Jung and Kang You Seok are now set to join the team trip. On May 30, the latter's side revealed, "Actor Kang Yoo Seok recently departed for Bali." Go Yoon Jung will also reportedly board a flight to Bali through Incheon International Airport on the same day. Go Yoon Jung and Kang You Seok's latest projects Kang Yoo Seok, who portrays the sunshiney character, Um Jae Il, a former idol turned OB-GYN resident, had to fit in a 2-night, 3-day visit amidst filming for his upcoming drama Seocho-dong. Go Yoon Jung, who portrays Oh Yi young, a warm-hearted OB-GYN resident, had to wrap up advertisement shoots and other commitments before joining the Resident Playbook team in Bali.
Time of India
28-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Heavenly Ever After' actor Son Suk Ku ready for new role; hints at MAJOR transformation
After the global popularity of ' When Life Gives You Tangerines ', the Korean drama ' Heavenly Ever After ' has been making waves online ever since its' release. The last episode of the drama ended on a high with its ratings going through the roof, making lead actor Son Suk Ku extremely popular. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Fresh out of the success of the series, the actor is now all set and ready for his next projects; however, he seems to be a little worried due to the extreme demand from his character. Son Suk Ku talks about his role in 'Heavenly Ever After' and the future Recently, actor Son Suk Ku starred as a guest in the variety show 'Whenever Possible' alongside popular actress Kim Da Mi and actor Yoo Yeon Seok , according to Allkpop. During the show, host and comedian Yoo Jae Suk jokingly touched Son Suk Ku and exclaimed, 'You're really fit. Your chest is so buff!' to which Son jokingly replied, 'That's actually my shoulder.' The interaction made everyone on set laugh. During the show, Son Suk Su also shared his concerns over dieting, specifically due to the requirements of his next role. The 'Heavenly Ever After' actor shared that 'I need to go on a diet. The director of my next project suggested I lose a lot of weight. I agree it might be a good idea, so my goal is to lose 10 kg, but I've never done it before, so I'm worried.' After hearing his worry, actor Yoo Yeon Seok, known for his roles in 'Hospital Playlist' and 'Reply 1994', shared that he himself had experience with losing weight. He shared that 'I mostly eat seafood and avoid rice,' while emphasising the importance of cutting out carbs from the diet. As soon as he shared his advice, actor Son Suk Ku made a face and asked if brown rice needs to be avoided too, eliciting laughs from everyone for his adorable query. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now First-timers on a variety show The duo, who were new to starring in variety shows, were flustered and overwhelmed at first. Da Mi uttered that 'There are so many cameras,' to which Suk Ku added that 'It feels like a press conference.' The hosts of the show laughed at their nervousness and told them that there are not that many cameras on set. More about Kim Da Mi and Son Suk Ku's latest drama Kim Da Mi and Son Suk Ku will next be seen in a unique crime-thriller drama series. The duo will play the roles of a profiler and a dedicated detective. In the drama titled ' Nine Puzzles ', the duo are seen as the main protagonists who navigate the world of crime together, all the while the detective played by Son Suk Ku still believes the profiler played by Kim Da Mi to be the main suspect of a 10-year-old crime. During the interview, the duo shared a brief insight into how they work together on screen and how their bond has developed. Da Mi shared that 'We became close even before filming started.' Fellow actor Son Suk Ku seemed to fully agree with her comment, while also adding that "I think we became close because we are the two characters who lead the plot."
