9 rising "IT" stars of hallyu
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CNNGo recently released a list of 9 rising stars of Hallyu who are popular but haven’t really made it really big yet. Check out who made the list!
1. Song Joongki
Song Joongki got his breakout role in the historical trendy drama, “Sungkyunkwan Scandal” and his pretty boy image has fans calling him “Flower Boy Joongki.”
Before Sungkyunkwan Scandal, Joongki was an MC of Music Bank and a regular on the variety show “Running Man,” where he worked with some of the most known comedians such as Yoo Jaesuk. He left Running Man to work on the movie “Many a Little Romance” with Han Yeseul. Another of his recent projects is voicing the character of Blu for the Korean release of the movie “Rio.”
2. Yoo Inna
Yoo Inna rose to popularity with her role in “High Kick Through the Roof” and as Gil Raim’s best friend in “Secret Garden.” She recently starred in the Hong sisters’ drama “The Greatest Love” with Gong Hyojin and Cha Seungwon and is the current MC of the weekly entertainment news program of SBS. She’s also had a chance to show off her vocal chops after years of traning with YG Entertainment in Humming Urban Stereo’s song “You, that day.”
3. Yoo Seungho
Popularly called So Jisub’s younger brother, Yoo Seungho is looking better through the years. Despite his young age (he’s only 17!), his acting skills have gotten him roles alongside some older female actresses and his singing skills had him singing with IU in a recent CF.
Yoo is set to star in SBS’ new drama “Warrior Baek Dong-soo," which is set to air on July 4th.
4. Sunhwa
Secret’s Sunhwa has also made the list. She’s also becoming a popular choice for modeling and acting stints and was recently chosen as the new endorser for cosmetics brand “The Skin House.” She is going to star in a new movie titled “Little Hero” with Jeong Joonho.
5. Kim Soo Hyun
Kim Soohyun has received praise for his role as Samdong in “Dream High” and his singing talent. He Is proving to be a triple threat with his acting, singing and modeling stints.
He began filming for "The Professionals," an action film also starring Jeon Jihyeon, Lee Jeongjae and Kim Hyesook this week.
6. Lee Jang Woo
Eun Jung’s "husband" on “We Got Married”, Lee Jangwoo first rose to fame thanks to his villainous role in “Smile, Donghae.” He is also a part of the collaborative group 24/7.
7. Yoo Ahin
Thanks to his role as the tough and tragic Moon Jaeshin with Song Joongki in Sungkyunkwan Scandal, Yoo Ahin has rapidly become a noona’s man. What drives them mad is his “real” personality – while on the set of Mnet’s reality show “Launch My Life,” Yoo received a lot of attention for his harsh opinions, even cursing and telling people to “piss off.”
Yoo is presently filming “Wandeugi,” a movie based on a novel about a poor and rebellious student.
8. IU
Making her debut in 2008, IU has only enjoyed massive success as an idol in 2010. Her three-octave song “Good Day,” went on to top online music charts and various music programs. Her down to earth personality seen in reality shows has garnered her the title Korea’s “little sister.”
Despite her flat first performance on Yuna Kim’s “Kiss and Cry,” IU is working hard and gaining approval from the viewers after improving week after week.
9. Kwanghee
Last on the list is ZE:A’s Kwanghee. Kwanghee is known for his blunt and funny personality on and off screen. He is one of the few idols who is open to the topic of plastic surgery.
On the variety show, “Strong Heart,” Kwanghee said that he admitted that he had to undergo another surgery when his nose collapsed after he winked. He goes on different variety shows talking about his other surgeries and even giving advice on plastic surgery to other stars in a humorous way.
Do you guys think these people will make it big in Hallyu?
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lol, lee jang woo being higher than ahin, i like his perviness, but no. joongki, inna, ahin and soohyun ^_^
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Date: 2011-06-30 03:42 pm (UTC)also I weirdly root for Kim Soo Hyun, have never seen him in movies/dramas, but I think he has looks and charisma, presence required for actor!
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Date: 2011-06-30 03:48 pm (UTC)I really hope Sunhwa gets more acting bits. Her 'auditions' on Bouquet were actually really really good and I think she has a lot of potential to become a legitimately good actor.
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Date: 2011-06-30 04:14 pm (UTC)kim soo hyun.. i believe in his talent.. he is a star in the making.. he did great in will it snow for xmas.. dream high is a major breakthrough for him.. looking fwd for his next drama..
yoo ah in.. where the hell are u?? i want to see u in a new drama..
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Date: 2011-07-03 07:06 am (UTC)Yoo Seung Ho is more in that list because of his age - he always plays roles that fits his age hence his lack of popularity among kpop fans - as most of the commenters on this page are
He was in very popular dramas as Queen Seon Deok or Flames of ambition with very good acting chops (sometimes even better than his senior cast) and even better he was the leading man in some movies well received in SoKor as Fourth Period Murder Mystery or Hearty Paws (errm Song Joong Ki was in Hearty paws 2) as you can see his range on genres or roles is quite wide
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Date: 2011-06-30 04:23 pm (UTC)Also, I adore Humming Urban Stereo and had no idea she did a song with them.
Brb, checking it out and girlcrushing on her some more.
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Date: 2011-06-30 05:03 pm (UTC)except i still have no idea who kwanghee is... though i'm sure i will in the next half year with the way he's showing up in entertainment
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