[News] Lee Min Ho and Park Min Young showed ''Love Judo'' in ''City Hunter''

Lee Min Ho and Park Min Young showed love eye contact by “love judo” on a delicate mood.

They are casted as Lee Yun Sung who belongs to National map and network team and is from MIT Ph.D and Kim Nana who is a bodyguard of government and from judo player each.

They were shooting the scene learning judo at the gym in Seoul on 29th. Kim Nana (Park Min Young) was teaching Lee Yun Sung (Lee Min Ho) judo for a guard. He is expert in martial arts and a good athlete, but he took a lesson from Kim Nana while hiding his ability after entering government.  

Lee Min Ho faced with Park Min Young in a sweet situation as he was flung by her. They made an eye contact while a sweet situation like they are kissing is made.

They took a judo lesson about two months from the expert in judo before filming 'City Hunter' to get the judo scene like real. They showed enthusiasm for drama by exercising judo after shooting was started.

Park Min Young strived to exercise judo impassionedly to express Kim Nana with a reality. Experts were unsparing of their praises on her fast adaptability. 

She often threw Lee Min Ho with a shoulder throw like a trade mark, and it was changed from the scene Makimura Kaori, a female character, swings 100 tons hammer to Saeba Ryo, a male character when she is upset.

Production crew talked “They had been building judo skills for several months before the shooting. Their efforts will be showed up on the screen without a touch. Hope much attention will be given.”

Source Via : Osen
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[News] Lee Min-ho shows Won Bin's "The Man From Nowhere" moves in "City Hunter"

Actor Lee Min-ho is going to display the martial arts moves made by Won Bin from movie "The Man From Nowhere"

Lee Min-ho is Lee Yoon-seong, an MIT doctorate on the National Communications Team in the SBS drama "City Hunter" coming this 25th of May.

He is spreading out his fighting spirit to express Lee Yoon-seong who has the best skills in all areas.

There was a martial arts sparring shoot in Keyonggi-do Paju on the 4th last month. He had to roll in the mud in a weather as cold as 1~2 degrees.

He showed perfect action with no NG's in the rain without using a stand-in as well. He kicked well in the mud that was difficult to even stand in and showed perfect face acting although his face was hard to read as it was covered in mud.

A person in the production said, "He has been training for martial arts to be able to express the Lee Yoon-seong character to his fullest. He was trained by Philippines Kali Arnis who is famous as being the Won Bin martial arts coach in the movie "The Man From Nowhere"".

Lee Min-ho this day worked well with several martial arts masters and made the staff overwhelmed.

Meanwhile, other than Lee Min-ho, Park Min-yeong, Lee Joon-hyeok and Kara's Goo Ha-ra are also in the drama "City Hunter".

Source: www.news.nate.com

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[News] Lee Min Ho & Park Min Young had nerve-wracking First Kiss

Lee Min Ho and Park Min Young filmed the first kiss scene for an hour and half on SBS new drama ‘City Hunter’.

The first kiss scene of Lee Min Ho and Park Min Young was filmed in a club in Gangnam, Seoul on the 19th.

They attracted people’s eyes with picturesque kiss scene as if they are filming the pictorial shoot under the glaring lights. Lee Min Ho should pretend to be sweethearts to operate as ‘city hunter’. Park Min Young also entered the club with camouflage to protect the president’s daughter Da Hye but she got kiss from Lee Min Ho without even knowing what happened.

However, Lee Min Ho and Park Min Young have met as a customer and a relief driver before meeting at the club. Therefore Lee Min Ho named the kiss as ‘Chauffeur Kiss’ after raining kisses to Park Min Young and expressed a look of satisfaction.

Due to set of sudden kiss scene, Lee Min Ho showed hotter and tougher kiss to Park Min Young than usual. It was really short kiss scene but the shooting time was like a hour and half. It was not that easy scene for shooting as the scene was filming with various angles in tiny space.

The production company of ‘City Hunter’ stated, “The first kiss scene of Lee Min Ho and Park Min Young is the most important scene that will be able to turning point in the relationship between them. The shooting went really smoothly in a very friendly atmosphere by perfect harmony of the beautiful-looking couple.”

SBS new WED/THU drama ‘City Hunter’ was made from Tsukasa Hozo’s hit animation in Japan as an original. As different with the original that has background of Tokyo in 1980s, this drama set in Seoul in 2011. It will be broadcasted in May, 25th.

Source Via : Nate
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[NEWS] Lee Min-ho standing out among the staff

Actor Lee Min-ho is looking tough.

Lee Min-ho uploaded a picture on his Twitter on the 5th and he wrote, "We have finished shooting in Thailand and will start shooting "City Hunter" in Korean from today onwards. We came to have dinner but it's where we shot "Boys over Flowers". This is a cut with the "City Hunter" staff...fighting!"

He is sitting in the middle, making a 'V' with his fingers. His bushy hair and chic expression looks like Goo Joon-pyo from "Boys over Flowers".

Netizen's say, "I thought he was still in Thailand with the short sleeves", "Will he create another trend following the shell hairstyle?", "He's becoming more perfect everyday" and more.

In the new SBS drama "City Hunter", the cast involves Lee Min-ho, Park Min-yeong, Lee Joon-hyeok, Goo Ha-ra, Kwang Soo and more.

Source : news.nate.com/view/20... ( Korean )

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[NEWS] Lee Min-ho standing out among the staff

Actor Lee Min-ho is looking tough.

Lee Min-ho uploaded a picture on his Twitter on the 5th and he wrote, "We have finished shooting in Thailand and will start shooting "City Hunter" in Korean from today onwards. We came to have dinner but it's where we shot "Boys over Flowers". This is a cut with the "City Hunter" staff...fighting!"

He is sitting in the middle, making a 'V' with his fingers. His bushy hair and chic expression looks like Goo Joon-pyo from "Boys over Flowers".

Netizen's say, "I thought he was still in Thailand with the short sleeves", "Will he create another trend following the shell hairstyle?", "He's becoming more perfect everyday" and more.

In the new SBS drama "City Hunter", the cast involves Lee Min-ho, Park Min-yeong, Lee Joon-hyeok, Goo Ha-ra, Kwang Soo and more.

Source : news.nate.com/view/20... ( Korean )

Translated by: www.hancinema.net

[News] Lee Min-ho leaves to Thailand on the 24th for "City Hunter"

Actor Lee Min-ho will get the plane to Thailand.

He will be in Thailand from the 24th to shoot the new SBS drama "City Hunter".

His management told Star News on the 22nd, "Lee Min-ho will be going to Thailand for the drama on the 24th and will be there until the end of March to complete all drama schedules".

The shoot in Thailand will deal with the behind story of the City Hunter. The management also said "The shoot in Thailand will show how Lee Min-ho became a City Hunter. It is also going to focus on his relationship between Lee Yoon-seong and his father.

Last 14th, Lee Min-ho had his first script reading in Ilsan with Park Min-yeong, Lee Joon-hyeok, Goo Ha-ra, Cheon Ho-jin and more.

"City Hunter" is based on a original hit by Japanese writer Tsukashi Hozo and has been an issue ever since the news of it becoming a drama.

The background is based in 2011 unlike the original in 1980 and portrays the main character solving cases. It will be first broadcast this coming May 25th.

Source: NATE
Translated by: www.hancinema.net

[News] Lee Min-ho leaves to Thailand on the 24th for "City Hunter"

Actor Lee Min-ho will get the plane to Thailand.

He will be in Thailand from the 24th to shoot the new SBS drama "City Hunter".

His management told Star News on the 22nd, "Lee Min-ho will be going to Thailand for the drama on the 24th and will be there until the end of March to complete all drama schedules".

The shoot in Thailand will deal with the behind story of the City Hunter. The management also said "The shoot in Thailand will show how Lee Min-ho became a City Hunter. It is also going to focus on his relationship between Lee Yoon-seong and his father.

Last 14th, Lee Min-ho had his first script reading in Ilsan with Park Min-yeong, Lee Joon-hyeok, Goo Ha-ra, Cheon Ho-jin and more.

"City Hunter" is based on a original hit by Japanese writer Tsukashi Hozo and has been an issue ever since the news of it becoming a drama.

The background is based in 2011 unlike the original in 1980 and portrays the main character solving cases. It will be first broadcast this coming May 25th.

Source: NATE
Translated by: www.hancinema.net

[News] "City Hunter" Lee Min-ho starts shooting on the 24th in Thailand location

New SBS drama "City Hunter" starts shooting around this 24th.

The "City Hunter" group will leave for location shots on the 20th and Lee Min-ho will join them on the 24th. It seems to be in a Thailand jungle area.

A spokesperson revealed, "In Thailand we will shoot Lee Min-ho's past in the drama and other things related to his birth".

"City Hunter" has Lee Min-ho in the lead and is working together with writer Hwang Eun-kyeong, and producer Jin Hyeok. The female lead is Park Min-yeong and girl group Kara member Goo Ha-ra is also making her debut in acting in this drama.

Source: NATE

Translated by: www.hancinema.net

[News] "City Hunter" Lee Min-ho starts shooting on the 24th in Thailand location

New SBS drama "City Hunter" starts shooting around this 24th.

The "City Hunter" group will leave for location shots on the 20th and Lee Min-ho will join them on the 24th. It seems to be in a Thailand jungle area.

A spokesperson revealed, "In Thailand we will shoot Lee Min-ho's past in the drama and other things related to his birth".

"City Hunter" has Lee Min-ho in the lead and is working together with writer Hwang Eun-kyeong, and producer Jin Hyeok. The female lead is Park Min-yeong and girl group Kara member Goo Ha-ra is also making her debut in acting in this drama.

Source: NATE

Translated by: www.hancinema.net

[News] Goo Ha-ra receives acting compliment from "City Hunter's" PD Jin Hyeok

Lee Min-ho, Park Min-yeong, Lee Joon-hyeok and Goo Ha-ra were at one place.

Following the drama "49 Days", new SBS drama "City Hunter" (written by Hwang Eun-kyeong, produced by Jin Hyeok) actors and actresses Lee Min-ho, Park Min-yeong, Lee Joon-hyeok, and Kara's Goo Ha-ra had their first script reading on the 14th at SBS center in Ilsan.

They had about 3 hours of reading practice with senior actors Cheon Ho-jin, Kim Sang-joong, Lee Hyo-jeong and more. Lee Min-ho, Park Min-yeong and Lee Joon-hyeok stayed back after the reading and practiced more.

Lee Min-ho is Lee Yoon-seong in the Blue House national communications team, Park Min-yeong is previous Judo player and current Blue House bodyguard Kim Na-na and Lee Joon-hyeok is the best elite prosecutor Kim Young-joo.

Lee Min-ho was wearing a clean black suit with wavy hair. This is his first come back after "Personal Tastes" a year ago.

Park Min-yeong looked like she was possessed by Kim Na-na already looking sweet with her long straight hair. Lee Joon-hyeok was wearing a khaki baseball jumper and baseball cap looking tough and manly.

Having first attended a script reading, Goo Ha-ra was complimented by producer Jin Hyeok for her smooth reading. As much as this is her first time in acting, she is looking passionate.

The productions said, "It was a scene where the freshness of young actors and veteran senior actors got together and created a perfect harmony".

Coming in May.

Source: NATE

Translated by: www.hancinema.net

[News] Goo Ha-ra receives acting compliment from "City Hunter's" PD Jin Hyeok

Lee Min-ho, Park Min-yeong, Lee Joon-hyeok and Goo Ha-ra were at one place.

Following the drama "49 Days", new SBS drama "City Hunter" (written by Hwang Eun-kyeong, produced by Jin Hyeok) actors and actresses Lee Min-ho, Park Min-yeong, Lee Joon-hyeok, and Kara's Goo Ha-ra had their first script reading on the 14th at SBS center in Ilsan.

They had about 3 hours of reading practice with senior actors Cheon Ho-jin, Kim Sang-joong, Lee Hyo-jeong and more. Lee Min-ho, Park Min-yeong and Lee Joon-hyeok stayed back after the reading and practiced more.

Lee Min-ho is Lee Yoon-seong in the Blue House national communications team, Park Min-yeong is previous Judo player and current Blue House bodyguard Kim Na-na and Lee Joon-hyeok is the best elite prosecutor Kim Young-joo.

Lee Min-ho was wearing a clean black suit with wavy hair. This is his first come back after "Personal Tastes" a year ago.

Park Min-yeong looked like she was possessed by Kim Na-na already looking sweet with her long straight hair. Lee Joon-hyeok was wearing a khaki baseball jumper and baseball cap looking tough and manly.

Having first attended a script reading, Goo Ha-ra was complimented by producer Jin Hyeok for her smooth reading. As much as this is her first time in acting, she is looking passionate.

The productions said, "It was a scene where the freshness of young actors and veteran senior actors got together and created a perfect harmony".

Coming in May.

Source: NATE

Translated by: www.hancinema.net

[News] TOP 10 Best Korean Drama Actors

Here are the top ten best Korean drama actors that are currently popular. With charming smiles, stylish hair and swagger, these guys are being plastered on the walls of thousands. From portraying ancient Korean characters to modern drama-filled Romeos, the window of opportunities is endless. Here are some of the top Korean drama actors to keep your eyes out for.

1. Jang Geun Suk – This Korean drama actor is best known for playing Taekyung on the popular Korean drama, “You’re Beautiful.” He started off as a model and then later became a singer. He has appeared in other dramas such as “Mary Stayed out All Night” and “Beethoven’s Virus.”
2. Won Bin – Is better known for portraying Ji Hoon in, “Friends.” He is also a model like most Korean actors. He has also been in “Autumn Tale” and “Propose.”
3. Kim Hyun Joong - Kim Hyun is a Korean drama actor better known for being the leader of the popular group SS501. He is also known as for portraying Ji Hoo in “Boys over Flowers” as the rival for Gun Jun Pyo’s love interest. He has also appeared in “We Got Married” and “Playful Kiss.”
4. Lee Min Ho – He is best known as playing Gun Jun Pyo in the still popular Korean drama series, “Boys over Flowers,” that was adapted from a Japanese manga. He is also a model and a singer. His other drama appearances include “Personal Preference” and “I’m Sam.”
5. Bae Yong Jun – This Korean drama actor is better known for portraying Kang Joon Sang in “Winter Sonata” which is adapted from the anime. Bae can also be seen in the dramas “The Legend” and the recent drama, “Dream High.”
6. Bi (Rain) – Although Bi is a famous Korean R&B singer, he is also a very well known Korean drama actor. He is most known for portraying Lee Young Jae in, “Full House.” Bi has also appeared in “Fugitive: Plan B” and “A Love to Kill.”
7. Kim Bum – He is a Korean drama actor who is best known for playing Dong Chul in “East of Eden.” He’s also appeared in “Boys over Flowers” and “The Woman Who Still Wants to Marry.”
8. Joo Jin Mo – Joo is known for playing Nam Jae II in the drama “Dream” along side Kim Bum. He has also appeared in the following dramas “Fashion 70s” and “Bicheonomu.”
9. Dennis Oh – He is best known for playing Mike Packard on “East of Eden.” Dennis has also appeared in “Witch Amusement” and the currently airing, “Fall In Love.”
10. Kwon Sang Woo – Kwon is a Korean drama actor that is known for portraying the two characters Lee Joon Hee and Oh Dae San in “Cinderella Man.” He has also been in “We Are Dating Now” and “Stairway to Heaven.”

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Credit: www.screenjunkies.com
http://newstsvn.blogspot.com/2011/03/info-kim-hyun-joong-3-at-10-best-korean.html

[News] TOP 10 Best Korean Drama Actors

Here are the top ten best Korean drama actors that are currently popular. With charming smiles, stylish hair and swagger, these guys are being plastered on the walls of thousands. From portraying ancient Korean characters to modern drama-filled Romeos, the window of opportunities is endless. Here are some of the top Korean drama actors to keep your eyes out for.

1. Jang Geun Suk – This Korean drama actor is best known for playing Taekyung on the popular Korean drama, “You’re Beautiful.” He started off as a model and then later became a singer. He has appeared in other dramas such as “Mary Stayed out All Night” and “Beethoven’s Virus.”
2. Won Bin – Is better known for portraying Ji Hoon in, “Friends.” He is also a model like most Korean actors. He has also been in “Autumn Tale” and “Propose.”
3. Kim Hyun Joong - Kim Hyun is a Korean drama actor better known for being the leader of the popular group SS501. He is also known as for portraying Ji Hoo in “Boys over Flowers” as the rival for Gun Jun Pyo’s love interest. He has also appeared in “We Got Married” and “Playful Kiss.”
4. Lee Min Ho – He is best known as playing Gun Jun Pyo in the still popular Korean drama series, “Boys over Flowers,” that was adapted from a Japanese manga. He is also a model and a singer. His other drama appearances include “Personal Preference” and “I’m Sam.”
5. Bae Yong Jun – This Korean drama actor is better known for portraying Kang Joon Sang in “Winter Sonata” which is adapted from the anime. Bae can also be seen in the dramas “The Legend” and the recent drama, “Dream High.”
6. Bi (Rain) – Although Bi is a famous Korean R&B singer, he is also a very well known Korean drama actor. He is most known for portraying Lee Young Jae in, “Full House.” Bi has also appeared in “Fugitive: Plan B” and “A Love to Kill.”
7. Kim Bum – He is a Korean drama actor who is best known for playing Dong Chul in “East of Eden.” He’s also appeared in “Boys over Flowers” and “The Woman Who Still Wants to Marry.”
8. Joo Jin Mo – Joo is known for playing Nam Jae II in the drama “Dream” along side Kim Bum. He has also appeared in the following dramas “Fashion 70s” and “Bicheonomu.”
9. Dennis Oh – He is best known for playing Mike Packard on “East of Eden.” Dennis has also appeared in “Witch Amusement” and the currently airing, “Fall In Love.”
10. Kwon Sang Woo – Kwon is a Korean drama actor that is known for portraying the two characters Lee Joon Hee and Oh Dae San in “Cinderella Man.” He has also been in “We Are Dating Now” and “Stairway to Heaven.”

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Credit: www.screenjunkies.com
http://newstsvn.blogspot.com/2011/03/info-kim-hyun-joong-3-at-10-best-korean.html

[News] Lee Minho, Park Min Young, Goo Hara and more come together for City Hunter

SBS’s upcoming drama City Hunter has put together an all-star cast of Lee Minho (Boys Over Flowers), Park Min Young (SungKyunKwan Scandal), KARA‘s Goo Hara, Lee Hyo Jung (Giant), Kim Sang Joong (Life Is Beautiful), Chun Ho Jin (Paradise Ranch, Midas) and Lee Gwangsoo (Running Man).

City Hunter is based on the Japanese manga of the same name with minor changes made for the Korean adaptation.

The manga follows the adventures of a private investigator and his business affairs manager who is a tomboyish girl. Their underground operation deals with all sorts of cases.

The cast came together for their first script read-through for three hours with the leads staying longer for additional rehearsals.

The first episode will will air on March 25th.

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[News] Lee Minho, Park Min Young, Goo Hara and more come together for City Hunter

SBS’s upcoming drama City Hunter has put together an all-star cast of Lee Minho (Boys Over Flowers), Park Min Young (SungKyunKwan Scandal), KARA‘s Goo Hara, Lee Hyo Jung (Giant), Kim Sang Joong (Life Is Beautiful), Chun Ho Jin (Paradise Ranch, Midas) and Lee Gwangsoo (Running Man).

City Hunter is based on the Japanese manga of the same name with minor changes made for the Korean adaptation.

The manga follows the adventures of a private investigator and his business affairs manager who is a tomboyish girl. Their underground operation deals with all sorts of cases.

The cast came together for their first script read-through for three hours with the leads staying longer for additional rehearsals.

The first episode will will air on March 25th.

[Link.]
Credits: mtvk