Ragazeu Acted By Yoo Teo, Impressive Scene Stealer In First Episode Of “Arthdal Chronicles”
Ragazeu acted by Yoo Teo was a scene stealer with his impressive fighting scenes and blue blood specific to Neanderthals in the first episode of "Arthdal Chronicles”. Find out about the character and the actor. [유태오, Yoo Teo, Yoo Te O, Yu Teo, Korean actor, Teo Yoo]
Laure, Kpopmap Editor 3 min to read ·
Published : Jun 4, 2019
· Updated : May 22, 2020
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In the K-Drama international fans community, “Arthdal Chronicles” is a hot topic. It is the first ancient times fantasy drama of Korea with a blockbuster-like casting with Song JoongKi, Kim JiWon, Jang DongGun, and Kim OkVin. Many have been waiting for it to air.
It tells the stories of various heroes writing different legends of the mystical and ancient country of ArthdaI. For more information, posters, and teaser, you can check our cast and summary here.
The drama finally started. In the first episode, the father of Song JoongKi's character (EunSeom) named Ragazeu was a scene stealer. He was one of the focus of the first episode.
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The Neanderthal Ragazeu had a mix of emotional and action scenes that made the audience breathless and hooked onto the show.
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He caught the eyes of many viewers with his impressive fighting scenes with bare hands and blue blood specific to Neanderthals.
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The actor's special makeup and acting made the character looked even more impactful.
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The actor of Ragazeu is Yoo Teo. He is 180 cm tall and was born in 1981. He previously mostly acted in movies such as "The Moment" (2017), and "Seoul Searching" (2016).
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You can follow the actor on his Instagram below at @teoyoo.
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Do you think he was the scene stealer of episode 1?
Every Korean Movie To Ever Win, Be Nominated Or Submitted To The Oscars
Discover South Korean movies at the Oscars, from past submissions and nominations to big wins, up to 2024!
Ishani Sarkar, Kpopmap Editor 4 min to read ·
Published : Jan 29, 2024
"The Age Of Shadows" / "Parasite" / "Concrete Utopia" Movies
The Oscar nominations for 2024 are finally out! While South Korea's official entry to the Oscars - "Concrete Utopia" has not been nominated in the "Best International Feature Film" category, the Korean-American film "Past Lives" starring Yoo Teo and Greta Lee has bagged nominations for "Best Picture" and "Best Writing (Original Screenplay)" at the 2024 Oscars. While it may appear that Korean cinema has only recently been acknowledged by the Academy, South Korea has a long history with the Oscars regardless of the 2024 nominations. The "Academy Award for Best International Feature Film", formerly known as "Best Foreign Language Film" was introduced as a category by the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences in 1956. South Korea has submitted Korean movies to the Oscars since 1962. Here is a list of every Korean movie to ever be submitted to the Oscars, including nominations and wins.
1960s-1980s: The Early Submissions
"My Mother and the Roomer" / "The Dumb Samyong" / "Rice" Movies
The period from 1955–1972 was known as the "Golden Age" of Korean cinema where filmmaking thrived despite censorship. The first three films to ever have been submitted to the Oscars came from director Shin SangOk, namely "My Mother and the Roomer", "The Dumb Samyong", and "Rice". This was followed by "Descendants of Cain" (1968), "The Old Craftsman of Jar" (1969), "Mute Samyong" (1973), "Mulleya Mulleya" (1984), "Eoudong" (1985), and "Eunuch" (1986). However, none of these films were nominated.
1990s-2000s: The Renaissance
"Secret Sunshine" / "Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter... and Spring" / "Mother" Movies
It was during this time, with the relaxation of governmental censorship, that Korean movies slowly started to go global with international screenings at film festivals. Many chaebols also started getting involved in the film industry, paving the way for a renaissance in Korean cinema. South Korea's official submissions to the Oscars during this time included "Mayumi" (1990), "Life and Death of the Hollywood Kid" (1994), "301, 302" (1995), and "Chunhyang" (2000).
With the turn of the millennium, "New Korean Cinema" emerged, accompanied by the rise of blockbusters. Korean movies submitted to the Oscars during this time included titles directed by revolutionary filmmakers such as Lee ChangDong's "Oasis" (2002) and "Secret Sunshine" (2007, starring Song KangHo and Jeon DoYeon), Kim KiDuk's "Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter... and Spring" (2003), Kang JeGyu's "Taegukgi" (2004), Park KwangHyun's "Welcome to Dongmakgol" (2005), Lee JoonIk's "King and the Clown" (2006, starring Lee JoonGi alongside veteran actors Jung JinYoung and Kam WooSung), Kim TaeKyun's "Crossing" (2008) and "A Barefoot Dream" (2010, starring Park HeeSoon), and Bong JoonHo's "Mother" (2009, starring Kim HyeJa, Won Bin, Jin Goo).
2010s: A Decade of Recognition
"Pietà" / "Burning" / "Parasite" Movies
The 2010s brought about increased international acclaim for South Korean cinema. After Bong JoonHo's "Mother", Korean movies became more and more popular overseas. The industry was prolific at this time, with releases like Jang Hoon's "The Front Line" (2011, starring Shin HaKyun and Go Soo) and "A Taxi Driver" (2017, starring Song KangHo), Kim KiDuk's outstanding achievement "Pietà" (2012), which won the "Golden Lion" at the "69th Venice International Film Festival", Kang YiKwan's "Juvenile Offender" (2013), Shim SungBo's "Haemoo" (2014, starring Kim YoonSeok), Lee JoonIk's "The Throne" (2015, starring Song KangHo, Yoo AhIn), and Kim JeeWoon's "The Age of Shadows" (2016, starring Song KangHo, Gong Yoo, Han JiMin).
Finally, in 2018, Lee ChangDong's highly acclaimed film "Burning" (2018, starring Yoo AhIn, Steven Yeun, Jun JongSeo) became the first South Korean movie to be shortlisted for the (then called) "Best Foreign Language Film" category at the Oscars but was not nominated.
Then, in 2019, Bong JoonHo released "Parasite", starring Song KangHo, Lee SunKyun, Cho YeoJeong, Park SoDam, Choi WooShik, Lee JungEun, Jang HyeJin, Jung JiSo, Park MyungHoon and more, and the global film landscape changed forever. "Parasite" not only won an Oscar for "Best International Feature Film" at the 92nd Academy Awards but also the "Best Picture", "Best Director", and "Best Original Screenplay" Awards! "Parasite" was the first-ever non-English-language film to win the Oscar for "Best Picture", opening up a whole new avenue for foreign-language films in this category.
2020s: Continuing The Legacy
"Escape From Mogadishu" / "Decision To Leave" / "Concrete Utopia" Movies
Ever since "Parasite", many Korean movies have attempted to replicate its success. Oscar submissions since 2020 include director Woo MinHo's "The Man Standing Next" (2020, starring Lee ByungHun, Lee SungMin), Ryoo SeungWan's "Escape From Mogadishu" (2021, starring Kim YoonSeok, Zo InSung, Heo JoonHo), and the master, Park ChanWook's "Decision To Leave" (2022, starring Tang Wei, Park HaeIl), which went as far as being shortlisted but was ultimately not nominated for an Oscar.
In 2023, South Korea's official submission to the 2024 Oscars in the "Best International Feature Film" category was the Lee ByungHun, Park SeoJun, Park BoYoung starrer "Concrete Utopia". As the Oscar nominations for 2024 were revealed, unfortunately, "Concrete Utopia" was not selected. However, South Korea's domination continues with an Oscar nod to "Past Lives". It will be interesting to see what 2024 has in store for the Korean film industry next and which Korean movie will be submitted for the 2025 Oscars.
16 Best Underrated Romantic Comedy K-Dramas To Have On Your Watchlist (2023 Update)
Find out the best underrated romantic comedy K-Dramas to have on your watchlist.
Laure, Kpopmap Editor 9 min to read ·
Published : Nov 7, 2023
· Updated : Dec 26, 2023
Readers have been asking us about underrated romantic comedy K-Dramas after the release of Best Romantic Comedy K-Dramas To Have On Your Watchlist. Are you done watching the most popular dramas and looking for more? This list is for you.
It is always hard to make a good drama watchlist. Hopefully, the following list will help you! It is composed of romantic comedies which received less attention (when they were released) from the international audience despite having great plots and skilled actors. They are "underrated" dramas.
Let us know in the comments and the vote which one for you are the ones you would advise your friend to watch.
Note: This list was first published in 2019 and updated once with new releases. Latest update: December 2023. This is not a ranking.
Summary: It tells the story of BokSoo who was unfairly expelled from his high school because he was accused of being a school bully. When he is an adult, he plans to get revenge by going back to school. However, it did not go as planned. He starts to get in trouble again and gets linked to love again.
Why watch?: Starting with the main actors' outstanding acting skills and the original plot of an adult entering high school again, it is a must-see. Overall, the show has humor, cute scenes, touching stories, a solid issue to be overcome, and a critique of the Korean education system. The drama is based on revenge, but it is actually more light, don't expect much on that side.
Summary: It tells the love story between NIS rookie agents hiding their identities.
Why watch?: If you like comedy, and romance with a bit of action this is for you. The drama has many funny scenes that will get hooked on the show and the cute couple.
Summary: Eun HaWon received the mission to change three handsome chaebols who are impossible to control into humans. She starts to live in the mansion to fulfill her mission and ends up being in a love quadrangle (adding on the bodyguard).
Why watch?: If you like K-Dramas like "Boys Over Flowers" or "The Heirs", this is for you. If you don't like this type of K-Drama, you might want to look out for something else. The story is fun, sweet, and light from the beginning to the end. The viewers' heart also has a hard time deciding who to root for between these 4 eye-candy men who have their own colors and stories.
Summary: It tells the love story of a chaebol daughter and a man who tries his best to climb up the social ladder.
Why watch?: There has been quite a debate about this drama -whether you like it or not- but many agree on the perfect chemistry of the second lead couple (Park HyungSik and Lim JiYeon) who steal the spotlight of the drama. Their couple's story is captivating and has an incredible level of intensity.
Summary: It tells the friendship and love stories of the 4 members of a rock band who come to the countryside to farm.
Why watch?: The keyword of this drama is "crazy hilarious". If you want to see dorks faces having crazy adventures, this is for you. The drama is quite new in the fact that the drama is set in the countryside, which is exceptional for a K-Drama (for 2014). The lead character acted by Lee HongKi suits him perfectly. Don't expect too much from the love stories.
Summary: The cohabitation story of a fake gay man and a girl who is always betrayed in love.
Why watch?: This drama will never be too old. The two actors acting draw the viewers into their characters. The story is comic and addictive. Overall, this is a good romantic comedy.
Note: The word "underrated" for this drama is still debatable. It is a popular drama yet however rarely mentioned compared to other Lee MinHo's dramas.
Summary: The special romance between a woman that lives with the face of another person for a week every month and a man who cannot recognize faces at all.
Why watch?: The two main couples are sweet and moving with mature love stories. The story is also well-written and engaging. It is a good romantic comedy.
Summary: It tells the events and communications that take place when a group of people with different stories travel to France on a package tour.
Why watch?: First, most of the drama is filmed in the beautiful sceneries of France (and not only Paris), giving a lovely background to this drama. Second, this drama is somehow quite different from others, it has its own uniqueness. The drama looks simple at first but the drama's story is quite deep. Don't expect much romance.
Summary: A 17 years old promising genius violinist star that was going to enter a music school in Germany suddenly got into an accident. She falls into a coma and was in a vegetative state in the hospital for 13 years. She suddenly opens her eyes at the age of 30 and the story starts when she meets Gong WooJin.
Why watch?: The story is engaging and touching. The main characters are lovable and interesting with their own wounds and personality. The drama is worth watching and will warm your heart.
Summary: It tells the story of a new employee with secrets and an employee of one year with a troubled story who embrace each other wounds while meeting people in Incheon Airport.
Why watch?: One of the main reasons to watch this drama is the sincere and moving love story. Moreover, the main female lead is relatable, making the drama even more entertaining. With a bit of mystery and a background set at the airport, you are sure to not be bored with this drama.
Summary: It is the office romance comedy of Koo SeRa who chooses to run for office instead of getting a job and Seo KongMyung a demoted elite officer. They team up and punish corrupted politicians.
Why watch?: Are you not curious to learn about the work of the civil servant in your district in a simple way? Not only hilarious, with NaNa's character Koo SeRa being a total living meme, but "Memorials" is also informative on local administration and politics and gives good lessons to never give up in your life. You can expect a good match for the main couple, the reckless Koo SeRa and smart Seo KongMyung.
Summary: “Love All Play” is a sports romance between Park TaeYang, who is a refreshing 25-year-old, and Park TaeJoon" who is a professional athlete. These badminton athelets deal with their wounds, sports, and their feelings for each other.
Why watch?: This is for you if you are looking for a sweet and romantic male lead. With the perfect boyfriend, Park TaeJoon, Chae JongHyeop once again proved that he can make your heart flutter only with his bright and innocent smile. Park JuHyun's acting is also on point, dragging you into her characters' issues in no time. Aside from the main couple's romance, the other couples are just as good to watch.
Summary: After her boyfriend dumps her, Lee YeonReum's mother dies in an accident. She experiences one of her worst moments in life. Following her mother's death, she decides to live a completely different life and leave her job. She then moves to a small village. Upon entering the village, Lee YeonReum meets the residents, such as An DaeBeom who works as a librarian, and he rarely talks to people. However, he manages to get comfortable with Lee YeonReum despite his stutter. Throughout their time together, Lee YeonReum also learns more about herself.
Why watch?: This healing drama makes you depart for a soft-pathed journey with the most introverted couple ever seen in the K-Drama land. You will keep looking for their awkward meetings and smile at their heartwarming interaction and how they embrace each other wounds. This drama will question your way of living and give you the strength to give up on things that give you stress in your busy life.
Summary: It tells the complicated office love story of sunbae SongAh and hoobae HyunSeung who has a one-sided love for her.
Why watch?: "She Would Never Know" is one of the most heart-fluttering office romances with one of the most handsome Korean actors. If you need more than these two reasons, we can promise that you will be satisfied with the chemistry and the story. This drama is also key to how to deal with a cheating ex-boyfriend and open your heart to a new man.
Summary: It is the romance between a famous world star (part of the idol band LUNA) suffering from somnambulism and the fake doctor who enters the group's dorm in order to secretly treat him.
Why watch?: "Let Me Be Your Knight" is fun and easy to watch. Its storyline is addictive and typical of old dramas. The bromance is just as interesting as the romance. If you like idols or music, this is even more for you!
Summary: The love story of the lawyer Yeo MiRan who detests losing to men and the top star Nam KangHo who doesn't trust women.
Why watch?: From the enemies to lovers trope to the best chemistry, this drama has the best elements to make viewers swoon from the beginning to the end in front of their screen. The story is also a nice lesson as they both got to trust the opposite gender in the end.
You can also recommend to readers through the poll (opened on January 19, 2023. "Love to Hate You" was added on November 2023) and the comments.
What is the best underrated romantic comedy K-Drama according to you?
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My Strange Hero
7th Grade Civil Servant
Cinderella and the Four Knights
High Society
Modern Farmer
Personal Taste
The Beauty Inside
The Package
Still 17
Where Stars Land
Memorials
Love to Hate You
Love All Play
Summer Strike
She Would Never Know
Let Me Be Your Knight
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The Tallest Male Lead Actors From Romance K-Dramas Of 2023 (Above 179cm Tall)
Check out these Korean actors who wowed us with their towering height in romance K-Dramas of 2023. Who is your favorite?
Ishani Sarkar, Kpopmap Editor 5 min to read ·
Published : Nov 13, 2023
· Updated : Dec 18, 2023
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Imagine that you're watching a romance K-Drama. Sweater weather has kicked in, you have your favorite snacks at hand, and in walks a tall and handsome young man, ready to steal your heart from across the screen. Dreamy K-Drama leading actors with towering heights have a fandom of their own within the K-Drama community and there's no denying that they are incredibly attractive. So, if you're looking for the tallest male lead actors from 2023 romance K-Dramas (above 179cm tall), you've come to the right place!
Check out our compilation of the tallest K-Drama male leads from romance K-Dramas of 2023!
Note: This article does not include web dramas. However, Netflix and Disney+ K-Dramas are included. A few upcoming romance K-Drama male leads have also been included.
1. RoWoon ("Destined With You" & "The Matchmakers") - 190cm
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