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Tatler Asia
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- Tatler Asia
9 romantic K-dramas where the male lead fell in love first—and fell the hardest
Han Beom-woo from 'Tastefully Yours' Above Han Beom-woo (Kang Ha-neul) has mastered the art of yearning in the romantic comedy K-drama 'Tastefully Yours'. (Photo: screencap from 'Tastefully Yours', Netflix) He may be all business and have questionable motives in the beginning, but it doesn't take long for Han Beom-woo (Kang Ha-neul) to fall for Mo Yeon-joo (Go Min-si) in Tastefully Yours . In keeping with the enemies-to-romance trope, their playful bickering soon gives way to something more. The stolen glances, the lingering looks and an unexpected kiss reveal that, despite his efforts to stay detached, their incessant teasing has blossomed into a full-blown romance. Don't miss: All the reasons why you need to watch the latest K-drama 'Tastefully Yours' Gu Won from 'King the Land' Above Gu Won (Lee Jun-ho) can't help falling in love with Cheon Sa-rang (Yoona). (Photo: JTBC) The first encounter between Gu Won (Lee Jun-ho), heir to the King Group, and Cheon Sa-rang (Yoona), the ever-smiling star employee of King Hotel, is anything but romantic. In fact, it barely qualifies as cordial. He has a deep aversion to fake smiles, while she's made a career out of perfecting hers. But in true romantic K-drama fashion, her warmth and sincerity gradually chip away at his frosty exterior. Sa-rang doesn't just get under his skin—she becomes his sole reason for smiling. Kang Tae-moo from 'Business Proposal' Above In the K-drama 'Business Proposal', a fake blind date leads to romance. (Photo: SBS) When Shin Ha-ri (Kim Se-jeong) agrees to pose as her friend on a blind date, her only goal is to scare off a suitor. What she doesn't expect is to find herself face-to-face with her company's CEO, Kang Tae-moo (Ahn Hyo-seop). Even more shocking? He proposes marriage. It's all part of a ploy to get his matchmaking grandfather off his back—but as their ruse unfolds, it's Tae-moo who falls first, and hardest, for the intriguing, unpredictable woman who crashes into his carefully ordered world in the romantic K-drama sleeper hit Business Proposal . Yang Gwan-sik from ''When Life Gives You Tangerines' Above There's no doubt that Gwan-sik (Park Bo-gum) fell first and fell harder. (Photo: IMDb) Yang Gwan-sik (Park Bo-gum) has been in love with Oh Ae-sun (IU) ever since they were kids. From making sure she gets her fair share of fish at every meal to swimming an ocean to be with her, he has devoted himself to Ae-sun's comfort and happiness. Though his love initially seemed unrequited, even met with disdain, his quiet devotion, steady presence and unwavering love ultimately soften Ae-sun's resolve and win her heart. Don't miss: Fact meets fiction: 10 K-dramas inspired by true events Paik Sae-on from 'When the Phone Rings' Above The dramatic reveal that he not only fell hard but that he also fell first had fans swooning. (Photo: MBC) Paik Sae-on (Yoo Yeon-seok) may appear cold and unfeeling—especially to his wife, Chae Soo-bin (Hong Hee-joo)—but viewers soon discover there's far more beneath his icy exterior. Not only did he orchestrate their arranged marriage to save her from an unfortunate fate, but he's also been in love with her since childhood. A touching flashback reveals that he fell first, and hard, carrying a silent, unwavering affection for years. His love may have been hidden behind a stoic mask, but it was always steadfast and deeply sincere. Jung Hyi-yun from 'Happiness' Above Jung Hyi-yun (Park Hyung-sik) goes from childhood friend to husband to love of Yoon Sae-beom's (Han Hyo-joo) life. (Photo: tvN) Jung Hyi-yun (Park Hyung-sik) has been quietly carrying a torch for Yoon Sae-beom (Han Hyo-joo) since high school. Failing to return his affections, Hyi-yun is content just to be in her life, even if it's as a friend. When she proposes an arranged marriage as a means to secure an apartment, he agrees without hesitation. It's only when their lives are upended by a zombie outbreak that Sae-beom begins to truly understand the depth of his feelings—and just how much he means to her, too. Han Sun-woo from 'Soundtrack #1' Above Yoon Sae-beom (Han Hyo-joo) makes his way out of the friend zone. (Photo: IMDb) Yoon Sae-beom (Han Hyo-joo) may see Jung Hyi-yun (Park Hyung-sik) as just a friend, but he's been in love with her since their high school days. Afraid of making things awkward and losing her altogether, he chooses to keep his feelings to himself. Later, audiences learn that although he fell first—and fell harder—she, too, had developed feelings beyond friendship. Missed opportunities and unspoken words kept them apart, making their slow-burning romantic K-drama all the more bittersweet. Lee Su-ho from 'True Beauty' Above Lee Su-ho (Cha Eun-woo) loved Im Ju-gyeong (Moon Ga-young) pre glow-up. (Photo: tvN) After being bullied relentlessly for her looks, Im Ju-gyeong (Moon Ga-young) reinvents herself with the help of makeup and becomes the top beauty at her new school. When she runs into school heartthrob Lee Su-ho (Cha Eun-woo) sans makeup, she's afraid he'll expose who she really is. What she doesn't expect is that he'd fall for the real her. But a quick flashback to their past shows how Su-ho was intrigued by and drawn to her way before her glow-up, connected by a shared love for manga and a deep understanding of loneliness.
News18
20-05-2025
- Entertainment
- News18
Hierarchy's Kim Jae Won To Star Opposite Kim Go Eun In Yumi's Cells 3
Kim Jae Won to star as Shin Sook Ro, a new PD at Julie's Publishing's editorial department, in Yumi's Cells 3. Kim Go Eun's beloved K-drama Yumi's Cells is officially returning with a brand-new season, following the success of its first two installments. Based on a hit webtoon by the same name, the K-drama tells the story of an ordinary office worker named Yumi from the perspective of the many brain cells in her head that control her thoughts and actions. As the new season has now been confirmed, one question that remains unanswered is who the male lead is. Well, recently, the makers have announced the name of the male lead for Yumi's Cells 3, and it's none other than the rising actor Kim Jae Won. One may recognise him for his roles in shows like Our Blues, King the Land and Hierarchy, among others. As reported by Soompi, Jae Won has been roped in to play the character of Shin Soon Rok, a character who is set to bring a refreshing change to Yumi's life and her now-quiet inner world after her past heartbreaks. In the new season of Yumi's Cells, Kim Go Eun is reprising her role as Yumi, who has now achieved her dream of becoming a successful romance novelist. Her career is thriving, but when it comes to love life, things are a little less perfect. The village of her cells is in a quiet state until Shin Soon Rok enters the storyline. The new character awakens Yumi's dormant cell village. Soon Rok is the new PD (producer) at Julie's Publishing's editorial department, who is known for his sweet looks and sharp honesty. Although Soon Rok seems cold and is only ruled by logic, there is a hidden charm beneath his stoic appearance. And once he starts working with Yumi, his secret soft side comes to the surface. His charming personality and sincerity slowly awaken Yumi's dormant emotional cells. As quoted by the above-mentioned outlet, Kim Jae Won expressed his excitement about joining Yumi's Cells 3 as the male lead. He said, 'It feels new to be joining a project that has received so much love. I will do my very best to create a wonderful Soon Rok in this series as well. I would be grateful for your continued support and love." Directed by the OG director Lee Sang Yeon and written by Song Jae Jung and Kim Kyung Ran, Yumi's Cells 3 is expected to premiere in the first half of 2026 on TVING. Other than the two leads, there has been no confirmation on the supporting cast. First Published:
Indian Express
02-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Indian Express
Kim Soo Hyun trails Byeon Woo Seok in top 3 of star power ranking; sees sudden surge in fan support amid dating scandal
Kim Soo Hyun has reportedly climbed to the top 3 in the star power chart despite his ongoing controversy and big public fallout related to accusations of dating a minor. The Queen of Tears star, who has been dropped by various brands with multiple lawsuits looming, demanding compensation, has witnessed a sudden wave of fan support. Recently, around 1 million Chinese fans running his biggest overseas fan club, KSH Bar, sent multiple LED support trucks to South Korea. And now, on a popular and highly competitive fan-voting platform, South Korea's Star Ranking, Kim Soo Hyun has just landed in the top 3 spot, beating the country's favourite producer, singer, and philanthropist, Kim Nam Gil. According to Naver News, Soo Hyun's ranking, which was at the bottom of the chart, saw a sudden surge in voter support in the 110th round of the weekly male actor poll. Kim Soo Hyun lands third in Star Power Ranking The poll was conducted from April 24 to May 1. According to AllKpop, during the 109th round, Kim Nam Gil was sitting comfortably in third place with Kim Soo Hyun in seventh, holding just 540 votes. However, in the next round, Soo Hyun received a total of 11,546 votes, dethroning the Island actor from the third spot and joining the leading stars: King the Land fame Lee Jun Ho, who ranked first with 40,302 votes, and Lovely Runner, Baeksang-nominated star Byun Woo Seok, who came in second with 24,208 votes. For the unversed, the Star Ranking platform is a popular fan voting poll where fans can directly vote for their favourite stars. The stars who rank first are given multiple benefits, including outdoor billboard advertisements. Topping the list for around four consecutive weeks, the digital billboard also gives shout-outs to the actors with fan-made videos. These rewards give fans exclusive opportunities to publicly showcase their support and promote their idols. ARTICLE CONTINUES BELOW VIDEO In Kim Soo Hyun's case, the embattled star experienced a dramatic surge in fan support after losing thousands of followers. Some of his loyal fan base even launched petitions and filed lawsuits against online hate campaigns targeting him. However, despite the buzz, his ongoing dating scandal involving late Bloodhounds star Kim Sae Ron didn't convince showrunners to bring him back into projects. One of the biggest setbacks came from the Disney show Knock Off, alongside Jo Bo Ah, which was put on hold with no hope for revival and a potential lawsuit hanging over Soo Hyun. The action drama was seen as his big return to the small screen after the success of Queen of Tears. Kim Soo Hyun's agency releases new statement Days after holding a press conference and suing Kim Sae Ron's family, along with YouTuber Kim Se Ui and his channel GaroSero, the It's Okay Not to Be Okay star's agency has issued an additional statement regarding their legal actions. According to the Gold Medalist, they have filed new charges against Kim Se Ui for alleged stalking and privacy breach. The initial complaint was filed on April 1, accusing the YouTuber of the 'continuous and repeated spread of false information.' Following this, the Seoul Central District Court issued an interim order on April 22, warning him about the legal consequences. However, despite the warning, Kim Se Ui, according to Gold Medalist, continued stalking the star. In its latest statement, the company said, 'Kim Se Ui's actions are in violation of the court's decision and are subject to criminal punishment of up to two years in prison or a fine of up to 20,000,000 KRW (14,073.85 USD). Gold Medalist and Kim Soo Hyun have filed additional charges against him.'
Gulf News
28-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Gulf News
Lee Junho takes bold step with new one-man agency, gears up for high-profile acting comeback
After 17 years with JYP Entertainment, 2PM's Lee Junho is striking out on his own. The singer and actor has officially launched a one-man entertainment agency, focusing on his solo endeavors in both acting and music. Though he'll continue working with JYP for his Japanese activities, this marks a new chapter in his career as he embarks on independent projects. Sources close to Junho reveal that preparations are in full swing for the agency's launch, with the name still under wraps. He's bringing together a team of trusted professionals, many of whom he's worked with in the past. Yang Hye Young, a seasoned expert in entertainment marketing who previously spearheaded CJ ENM's brand strategy division, will be working with him. Yang will be taking on a major role, helping guide the agency's operations and shaping Junho's next steps. Junho is preparing to fully transition into his acting career by mid-May, with two exciting new projects on the horizon. After his successful 2023 drama King the Land, Junho is set to mix things up with Typhoon Boss and Cashero. In Typhoon Boss, Junho will play Kang Taepung, a young CEO battling to save his father's business during the 1997 IMF crisis—offering a story of resilience and hope. In Cashero, he'll dive into a comedic role as Kang Sang Woong, a regular government worker with supernatural abilities, bringing a fresh side of his talent to fans.
