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Tatler Asia
08-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Tatler Asia
Looking back at Ji Chang-wook's most memorable roles, from ‘Healer' to ‘Welcome to Samdal-ri'
Kim Je-ha in 'K2' Further cementing his action star status, Ji Chang-wook plays Kim Je-ha, the bodyguard to Im Yoona's Go An-na, in K2 . He reportedly trained extensively for the action sequences and performed his own stunts, earning praise from the director and fans for his dedication to the role. The intense bathhouse fight is among the drama's standout action scenes. And while viewers found his chemistry with Yoona endearing, it was his intense dynamic with Choi Yoo-jin, who played the K-drama's antagonist, that proved most memorable and intriguing. Don't miss: From 'My Dearest' to 'Our Movie': the definitive list of must-watch K-dramas starring Namkoong Min Noh Ji-wook in 'Suspicious Partner' In Suspicious Partner , another fan-favourite Ji Chang-wook K-drama, he went from action roles to romantic comedy lead. Although he had already displayed a knack for comedy in Healer , it's in this drama that he truly showcased his effortless comedic timing. As a romantic lead, audiences fell for his intense gaze and boyish charm. Meanwhile, his strong chemistry with co-star Nam Ji-hyun is widely considered one of the highlights of the K-drama. Park Jae-won in 'Lovestruck in the City' In this romcom about the modern lives and loves of six young urbanites (presented in a mockumentary format), Ji Chang-wook stars as Park Jae-won, a talented and successful architect pining for Kim Ji-won's Lee Eun-o/Yoon Seon-ah. Further moving away from action roles, Ji Chang-wook's Jae-won is sensitive and wears his heart on his sleeve. A heartbreaking flashback where he drunkenly and tearfully reminisces about the love he lost is memorable for his portrayal of longing and heartache. Once again, he shares a palpable chemistry with co-star Kim Ji-won that had fans of the K-drama rooting for their love story. Cho Yong-pil in 'Welcome to Samdal-ri' Yong-pil, from the slice-of-life healing K-drama Welcome to Samdal-ri , is a fan-favourite green-flag character, an absolute softie who is head-over-heels in love with his childhood best friend—and ex-girlfriend—Sam-dal (played by Shin Hye-sun). Fans praised his raw depiction of grief and fell in love with his earnest portrayal of Yong-pil's steadfast devotion to Sam-dal. It's one of the more grounded roles he's played. Warm, relatable, endearingly human and with nary an action sequence in sight, it's memorable for being quite unlike any role he's played before. Ri Eul in 'The Sound of Magic' The Sound of Magic may not be one of Ji Chang-wook's most popular K-dramas, but his role as Ri Eul is noteworthy for its sharp departure from roles he has come to be known for. There are no heart-pounding action sequences here or swoon-worthy romance. Instead, there's singing and dancing and magic. Bringing the same dedication he once brought to learning stunts, he trained for months in performing magic tricks and dancing to bring Ri Eul to life.
Time of India
23-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
‘Hi, Bye, Mama!' Kim Tae Hee talks about ageing and facing 'appearance anxiety' and experience with motherhood
Kim Tae Hee , well-known for her role in the K-drama 'Hi, Bye, Mama!', recently opened up about facing anxiety and sadness over ageing . She delved into how she managed her anxiety and became more accepting of growing old, as compared to when she used to feel anxiety in her 30s. Kim Tae Hee talks about facing anxiety in her 30s The popular actress recently opened up about her struggles with ageing. The now 45-year-old actress talked about how soon after she turned 30, she started noticing signs of ageing on her face. On June 13, while in conversation with Taiwanese media ET Today, the actress shared how ageing and childbirth have majorly affected her relationship with her appearance. During the interview, she shared that "I started to get anxious over the age of 35." While detailing her dealing with anxiety over her appearance, the actress shared that "Just in time, I was busy raising children while getting married and having children. By the age of 30, ageing began, and skin elasticity was not the same as before. In my late 30s, I started to feel anxious, and I tried to learn how to accept myself. I thought there was something I couldn't help." by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Stylish New Mobility Scooters Available for Seniors (Take a Look) Mobility Scooter | Search Ads Search Now Undo Tae Hee talks about motherhood While talking about becoming a mother, the actress shared that 'When there is no filming, I have to take care of the children and spend a lot of time doing housework. I have to manage often, but I don't have time. That's why I get laser treatment regularly." Kim Tae Hee then shared how, with time and effort, by the time she reached 40, she had become more accepting and happy about her appearance. She shared that she finally found peace after discovering her true charms and strengths. More about the actress Kim Tae Hee , who has been active in the entertainment industry since 2001, is well known for various dramas and films. Regarded as one of the most beautiful faces in the industry, the actress has featured in a lot of projects like 'Welcome to Samdal-ri', 'Lies Hidden in My Garden', ' Boku to Star no 99 Nichi', 'IRIS: The Movie' and ' Nine Tailed Fox '. The actress married singer and actor Rain in 2017 and has two daughters with the pop star.
South China Morning Post
05-04-2025
- Entertainment
- South China Morning Post
K-drama casting news about Jun Ji-hyun, Ji Chang-wook, Lee Do-hyun and more
The stars align for a major fantasy series, and lawyers tackle violence against women, in the latest small-screen casting announcements out of South Korea. 1. Human X Gumiho Stars Jun Ji-hyun and Ji Chang-wook have received offers to lead the coming fantasy drama Human X Gumiho. Advertisement Beyond the hint from the title that this will be a fantasy drama involving gumiho – mythological 'nine-tailed foxes' who take on human form, usually as a beautiful woman, to seduce a man – no concrete plot details have been revealed so far. Ji Chang-wook in a still from Welcome to Samdal-ri. Known for timeless works such as My Sassy Girl and My Love from the Star, Jun was most recently seen in Jirisan and will next be seen opposite Gang Dong-won in the big-budget Disney+ series Tempest. Ji has been very busy of late, appearing in three series in 2024 – Welcome to Samdal-ri Queen Woo and Gangnam B-Side – as well as the film Revolver. He will also appear in the Disney K-drama The Manipulated and next year's highly anticipated Netflix period drama Scandals alongside Son Ye-jin. The series is being penned by Doom at Your Service scribe Im Meari, a former assistant to legendary K-drama writer Kim Eun-sook (Descendants of the Sun). 2. Efficient Dating of Singles
