If you are not yet a fan of Kim MinSeok, here are some reasons why we love him.
Michael Albert, Kpopmap Editor 4 min to read ·
Published : Aug 11, 2021
Kakao TV
Kim MinSeok is undoubtedly one of the most talented and yet weirdly underrated K-Drama stars right now. With an acting credit that is longer than Rapunzel's hair, versatility on variety shows, visuals that stem from Apollo (the god, not the moon landing), and a sultry singing voice, the shy but captivating K-Drama star is one to watch.
If you are not yet a fan of his, here are some reasons why we love him.
1. He is a hero
Kim MinSeok's Instagram
According to an exclusive report from Star News on July 21, Kim MinSeok prevented a sexual harassment case by apprehending a man who was illegally filming a woman in Apgujeong cafe on July 19. This incident occurred when he was on military leave just before his military discharge; reports say he pinned down the criminal till the police arrived on the scene.
This much-needed act of bravery allowed for the criminal to not just be arrested at the scene but also allowed for the police to obtain crucial evidence. When interviewed about the incident, the actor said “I just did what needed to be done. I’m quite embarrassed and shy about how much attention I received.”
2. He is one of the most talented K-Drama actors
Kim MinSeok's Instagram
Having made in debut as a keyboard player in tvN’s Music Series, "Flower Band", he made his breakthrough appearance in the hit TV Series "Descendants of the Sun" alongside Song JoongKi, Song HyeKyo, Kim JiWon, and SHINee's Onew, where he played the role of Kim GiBum a pickpocketer who went on to become Staff sergeant. From there, he went on to star in SBS medical drama “The Doctors” and won the Best New Actor award at the 53rd Baeksang Awards.
Before he enlisted in 2018, Kim MinSeok played supporting roles in SBS' legal thriller “Innocent Defendant”, JTBC's coming-of-age drama “Hello My Twenties”, and tvN's romantic comedy series “Because This is My First Life”. After his enlistment, he was cast as one of the leads in the Kakao TV Hit series also available on Netflix “Lovestruck in the City” and made a much-applauded cameo in SBS hit sport-themed drama “Racket Boys”.
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He is currently starring in the Kakao TV's "Engine on From Today" where he plays a smart, but shy character, Cha DaeHyun, a mechanic who has a unique passion for cars but loses confidence when it comes to love.
3. He is funny and charming – a variety show regular
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One of the key points of Kim MinSeok is his effortless charm, a charm that is not overtly confident or rude but genuine and captivating. Not many K-Drama actors or K-Pop stars can effortlessly open up and be genuinely unscripted and funny however, Kim MinSeok has that locked down.
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Having appeared in a wide range of variety shows with the most recent being JTBC’s "Long Live Independence" and Jessi’s "Showterview" where he promoted his new movie "Shark: The Beginning", with Wi HaJoon and Jung WoChang. He exuded his cute boyish charms which had viewers swooning even harder for him.
4. God-like visuals
Kim MinSeok's Instagram
Kim MinSeok's Instagram
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It is no doubt that Kim MinSeok is very handsome. But what makes him even more so is his cute and lovable personality. With distinct features that make you feel intrigued and yet comfortable when you look at him, he is one of the most handsome men in Korean entertainment right now.
7 Webtoon-Based K-Dramas Coming This Spring/Summer
Check out our list of the top 7 upcoming webtoon-based K-Dramas that you need to look out for this spring/summer!
Ishani Sarkar, Kpopmap Editor 6 min to read ·
Published : Mar 6, 2023
· Updated : Mar 8, 2023
Picturesque / "A Shoulder To Cry On" by Dongmul on Lezhin Comics / Netflix / "Delivery Knight" by Lee YungYun on Naver Webtoon
2023 is already boasting a fantastic roster of upcoming K-Dramas and webtoon-based shows appear to be forming a good percentage of the same. So far, there are already 45+ webtoons confirmed for production and 28+ that have been announced this year alone. Not only are these adaptations increasing the K-Drama audience by welcoming webtoon fans worldwide but the webtoon industry is also thriving like never before.
With that said, here are 7 exciting webtoon-based K-Dramas coming in the spring/summer of 2023!
Summary: An enemies-to-lovers story set in high school about DaYeol, a talented but quiet archer/scholarship student, and TaeHyun, a chaotic popular boy who puts DaYeol's scholarship at risk by framing him for a crime he did not commit.
Based on the popular BL webtoon "A Shoulder To Cry On" by Dongmul. You can read the webtoon in English here.
Watch Because: The webtoon does an excellent job of characterization, and with such an amazing cast, it will be interesting to see how our favorite scenes come to life. Moreover, it has all the tropes we love in romance dramas: love-hate, heart-fluttering chemistry, campus romance, angst, and more. With all the makings of a viral hit, "A Shoulder To Cry On" is highly anticipated worldwide.
Summary: Ban JiEum is a woman with a secret. She has reincarnated 19 times and retains the memories from all her past lives. In her 18th life, she meets Moon SeoHa, and their relationship as little kids changes her life for the better. However, after a tragic accident cuts her time short, she reincarnates in her 19th life and sets out to reconnect with those she left behind.
Based on the webtoon “See You In My 19th Life” by Lee Hey. You can read the webtoon in English here.
Watch Because: Ban JiEum is one of the best, most well-written female characters in the world of romance webtoons. At the same time, Moon SeoHa has stolen hearts all over the world with his delicate charms and handsome visuals. With Shin HaeSun and Ahn BoHyun playing these amazing characters, we're certain that "See You In My 19th Life" is going to be iconic. The webtoon has just the right mix of genres - fantasy, romance, comedy, and thriller, which is expected to translate just as well on screen. You do not want to miss this one.
Summary: "Duty After School" tells the story of a sudden apocalyptic event where slimy alien creatures called "cells" invade the earth and pose a significant threat to mankind. The situation grows so severe that military power falls short, and the government announces the conscription of high school and university students in the reserve forces to fight the unknown evil.
Based on the webtoon "Duty After School" by Ilkwon Ha. You can read the webtoon in English here.
Watch Because: The webtoon maintains a black comedy genre, juxtaposing sheer apocalyptic horror with mockumentary-style cutaways. This makes the narrative refreshing and allows us to view the end of the world through the lens of high school students who couldn't care less (at least in the beginning). We're excited to see how the K-Drama replicates the same effect. There is some amazing character development that drives the story, and the twists and turns will keep you on your toes at all times.
Summary: "Joseon Attorney" tells the story of a manipulative lawyer who orchestrates lawsuits and takes advantage of the victims but accidentally gets hailed as a savior of the people, which leads him to reflect upon himself and grow as a true server of justice.
Based on the webtoon "Joseon Attorney" by Sim Gun and Writer Jeong. You can read the webtoon in Korean here.
Watch Because: Fans worldwide are hailing the production team for such an incredible and accurate casting. The webtoon boasts strong and endearing characters that you will find yourselves getting attached to, and we can already imagine Woo DoHwan and BoNa's unbeatable chemistry from the teaser posters alone! In addition, the riveting plotline and rom-com genre will definitely make for a fun watch.
Summary: Serving as the follow-up to the film "Shark: The Beginning", "Shark: The Storm" tells the story of Cha WooSol, who was once a victim of school bullying, then became a convict for hitting back at the perpetrator. In jail, he learns how to fight from a mixed martial arts champion and starts a new life.
Based on the webtoon "Shark" by Woon and Kim WooSub. You can read the webtoon in Korean here.
Watch Because: Kim MinSeok delivered a killer performance in the prequel film and is expected to create another masterpiece with this drama. Fans of the webtoon were thrilled with the movie and the announcement of a K-Drama is just the cherry on top. With unbelievable action scenes and satisfying and cathartic revenge plots alongside wholesome found-family themes, "Shark: The Storm" will be a must-watch.
Summary: Two young men, GeonWoo & WooJin, whose lives are entangled by debt, will do anything for money, even if that means living as hunting dogs in the world of vicious loan sharks.
Based on the webtoon "Bloodhounds" by Jeong Chan. You can read the webtoon in English here.
Watch Because: Described as a noir action drama, "Bloodhounds" will take us into the clutches of a dark and gritty world where money comes before one's life. Our leading characters are former boxers, so expect some top-notch action choreography. Moreover, as rivals become allies, a power duo will emerge that we're already predicting will be iconic. "Bloodhounds" is a good vs. evil fight like no other.
Summary: Set in a dystopian future where air pollution has gotten so dangerous that it is nearly impossible to go out, "Black Knight" tells the story of delivery agents, known gloriously as "Delivery Knights" in the webtoon, who take on the responsibility of bringing people's packages to their doorstep, safely.
Based on the webtoon "Delivery Knight" by Lee YungYun. You can read it in English here.
Watch Because: Kim WooBin's small screen comeback is everything we could have wished for in 2023. Along with powerful actress Esom, Kim WooBin is set to make history again with this legendary adaptation, where he will play "5-8", the central protagonist of the drama. Not only is the story one of the most unique takes on dystopian thrillers we've seen, but the characters are wonderfully fleshed out and multidimensional. The webtoon itself has a loyal fanbase that is hyped about the K-Drama, so expectations are sky-high, and Kim WooBin & Esom are ready to deliver.
Top 10 Instagram Updates By K-Drama Actors (2nd Week Of July 2022)
Here are our top 10 picks of the best Instagram update by K-Drama actors for the 2nd week of July 2022.
Michael Albert, Kpopmap Editor 2 min to read ·
Published : Jul 15, 2022
Park EunBin's official Instagram / Ryu JunYeol's official Instagram / Song JiHyo's official Instagram
Hello everyone and welcome to the eighteenth edition of our weekly "Top 10 Instagram Updates By K-Drama Actors". You can read our previous selections by clicking here. This article will be showcasing some of our favorite updates and content shared on Instagram by K-Drama actors. These include adorable selfies, drama announcements, teasers, ads, chill time with family and friends, magazine photoshoots, etc. At the end of the article, we would be taking a fun poll asking you which actor had the best update this week.
Here are our top 10 picks of the best Instagram update by K-Drama actors for the 2nd week of July 2022.
The acting-dol is looking stunning in this chic outfit as she goes shopping while in London for the Wimbledon finals. We are definitely the two people at the back, as their excitement would be just the same as ours if we ever randomly run into the acting-dol.
"Squid Game" has become a cult classic and despite being almost a year since its release, it still continues to gain massive recognition. We are so excited to see Lee JungJae's brilliance being appreciated on a global level.
The amazing actress shares some stills from the recent episode of the already popular series "Extraordinary Attorney Woo". Are you watching this series?
The famously handsome and talented actor has been sharing updates from his time at Wimbledon this week. Looking dapper in Ralph Lauren, these pictures are our favorite.
Excited about his new drama. The Hallyu actor has further piqued our interest in his comeback as he shares the trailer for his new healing drama, "If You Wish Upon Me".
Our calendars have been marked for one of the most anticipated Netflix movies this year, "Carter". Judging from the trailer, this might be one of the best blockbusters this year.
The talented actor celebrated his birthday this week with his close friends, which included Kim MinJae. Radiating the best besties energy, their chemistry displayed in this 10 seconds clip is just adorable and speaks to how close they are.
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