Wandha Syakishtiani 이민호: February 2015

Sunday, February 15, 2015

Lee Min Ho Takes on Tough Role in Latest Film

Herds of young moviegoers are rushing to the theaters to see heartthrob Lee Min-ho who appears in the gangster film, "Gangnam Blues".

While Lee became popular after a series of hit TV shows, he was hardly seen on the silver screen after he played a small part in a comedy film in 2008.

Lee owes his popularity to "nice-guy" roles, but this time he challenged himself with the part of a tough guy who gets caught up in organized crime.

"I wanted to do a film in my late twenties, and I think it was a good decision to wait until I met this film", Lee said. "I didn't feel I was forcing myself to fit certain characters but I wanted to spend time finding suitable roles that I naturally agree with. In doing so, I got a chance to star in the film, and I was personally satisfied with it".

The film portrays poverty and sufferings in the 1970s when the modernization drive began. "I'm so thankful that I was not born in the hard times of the past. It is true that modern life has become tough for a lot of young people in their twenties right now, but there are still more opportunities than in the 1970s", he said. "I hope moviegoers realize how lucky they are and live their life more fully after watching the film".

The film is set in the 1970s, when a real estate development boom swept across Gangnam and depicts the collusion between local politicians and gangsters at the time.

Source : english.chosun.com/si...

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Lee Min Ho from 'Gangnam 1970' is TNGT's model this year

Actor Lee Min-ho, who is riding on the wave of the box-office success of "Gangnam 1970," was revealed on Thursday as Korean menswear brand TNGT's model for this spring-summer season.

In the campaign titled "Lee Min-ho's Real City Life," the 27-year-old showcases the "total lifestyle" fashion brand’s smart casual look, targeted at 20-something students and young male professionals.

The Korean actor won acclaim for his performance beside Kim Rae-won in the crime noir flick, also marketed as "Gangnam Blues," which is set to hit screens across Asia and North America in March.

By Yoon Sarah (sarah356@heraldcorp.com)

source: KPopHerald

Goo Hye Sun compares Ahn Jae Hyun to Lee Min Ho + explains his personality

At the February 11 press conference for upcoming vampire drama, KBS 2TV's 'Blood,' actress Goo Hye Sun talked about her handsome partner, Ahn Jae Hyun, saying that he reminded her of her first meeting with another Hallyu star and former 'Boys Over Flowers' co-star, Lee Min Ho.

She first complimented him with, "He's a friend who works extremely hard."

Goo Hye Sun then went into a lengthy description of his personality, "The vibe he gave off is similar to that of Lee Min Ho when I first met him. It was a very refreshing feel. Ahn Jae Hyun himself is very charming. [Based on his] appearance, you'd think he'd be cold, but he's very sociable and has a lot of aegyo. There are aspects that make him seem like an elder in a child's body. He has very good manners. He works hard. I'm learning a lot [from him]."

source: allkpop