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LEE JOON GI
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 2020 has not ended but Lee Joon Gi already has an impressive record of achievements despite Covid-19. The multihyphenate superstar, imbued with charisma and charm, has given the impression that he is not just a sterling actor but also an amazing martial artist, singer, dancer, model and creative personality, an extraordinary feat not emulated by anyone in the industry this year. But then, he is the one and only Lee Joon Gi, a global superstar who makes sure he excels in everything that he does.
   LEE JOON GI THE AMAZING MULTI-FACETED GLOBAL ACTOR
Flower of Evil has taken the world by storm and Lee Joon Gi has cemented his status as a global phenomenon in the drama world. The 38-year old eligible superstar plays Do Hyun Soo, the eponymous character of Flower of Evil, a far cry from his usual hero characters. He portrays a closet 'psychopath' and loving husband-cum-father so convincingly that the audience have swooned over him. Lee has struck the right chord with the viewers with his fresh and original interpretation of Do Hyun Soo. At the heart of the drama is Lee’s powerful and spectacular performance in every episode which showcases the actor at the top of his game. His portrayal of Do Hyun Soo in Flower of Evil, which is helmed by international award winning director, Kim Cheol Kyu, is awesome: his inscrutable expression that betrays nothing of his thoughts is juxtaposed with his outward expression of inner emotional feelings, his eyes bright with unshed tears versus his eyes brimming with tears, the marked coldness in his voice, his moments of madness, his thrilling action scenes performed without a stunt double, his various other talents, his iconic screen presence and his striking good looks have brought magic to the small screen. The viewers have to thank scriptwriter Yoo Jung Hee for her great storytelling and clever plotting abilities; she is great at setting up the Do Min Seok-Do Hyun Soo crime puzzle and keeps everyone guessing by peppering the tale with real and fake clues.
   LEE JOON GI  One particular feature of the 2020 Flower of Evil is the blending of the main character with Greek (Roman) myth. Do Hyun Soo, a metal craftsman, identifies himself with Hephaestus, the Greek god of fire and metalworking. The idea works effectively for the gorgeous looking actor. Do Hyun Soo’s bleached blond Greek God look in the drama has been etched in the audience’s memory ever since that first ethereal impression of him in Episode 2. Lee Joon Gi, the reigning Prince of Asia, has been elevated to be the Asian Greek God. This Asian Greek god appears in many kissing scenes with Moon Chae Won who portrays his detective wife and those screen kisses have been the talk of the town. The sexy superstar almost takes the viewers’ breath away as his unconscious form lies on the ground after his water torture in Episode 5. 
LEE JOON GI  Lee has many action scenes in
Flower of Evil in which he showcases his athleticism, masculinity and martial
arts skills. The actor is globally known for his varied martial arts skills which
encompass Taekwondo, Taekkyeon, Hapkido, Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, Wing Chun, Muay
Thai, Russian Systema, boxing, parkour and so on.
https://www.instagram.com/p/CFEkqp7JOTz/
  One of Lee's contributions to the drama industry is the Flower of Evil Blu-ray production. The Pre-order period has been extended until November 10.     LEE JOON GI AND HIS GLOBAL FANS THE COLLABORATION BETWEEN THE ENTERTAINMENT INDUSTRY AND THE ADVERTISING INDUSTRY THE WORLD CONNECTION There are stars, superstars and then, there are global superstars. Lee Joon Gi is not just a global superstar but also the global Hallyu superstar. He is in a class by himself because of his multiple talents and his legions of passionate and devoted global fans. For the drama, Flower of Evil, his legions of global fans supported him by raising funds to advertise his drama along roads, in the subways and in public centres. The advertisements and promotions for Flower of Evil by his fans are proof of his Hallyu superpower, influence, popularity and fame not only in Korea but also globally. The support event is the combined effort and love of Lee’s fans from 29 countries / cities / regions. The countries / cities / regions are listed in sequence according to the amount of money collected. These kinds of support activities have been carried out since 2017. There were none in 2019 since he wasn't involved in a drama of his own. Can you name another actor of the same stature and fame who enjoys such popularity?
Japan China Singapore USA Indonesia Romania
Hong Kong Taiwan The Philippines Russia Thailand
Vietnam Malaysia Italy Ukraine France Myanmar
Korea Latin America Belarus Puerto Rico Germany
Belgium Azerbaijan Bulgaria Macau Australia
Spain Peru The global superstar, who oozes immense charm and charisma, has the stupendous support from his passionate and dedicated local and global fans as proven by the tremendous effort and financial contribution to promote Flower of Evil in South Korea. Thanks to the endless efforts of
his fans, a collaboration between the entertainment industry and the
advertising industry has materialised.
https://lifeinpinkrosylens.blogspot.com/2020/07/ During the broadcast of the
drama, many advertisements to promote Flower of Evil have appeared in subway
stations, along main roads or shopping areas. It is impossible to ignore
those visible and very public expressions of love and support in those
prominent public places; no other star has such tremendous support. Although
this dramatic form of support for his dramas had started in 2017, his fans
have been passionately supporting him in many other ways since his ‘The King
and The Clown’ days. It is undeniable that when it comes to Hallyu power and
influence, Lee Joon Gi stands at the top of the ladder.
TAIWAN FANS
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LEE JOON GI CHINA FAN GROUP
 OUTDOOR ADVERTISEMENTS
JAPANESE FAN CLUB
TIMES SQUARE ATRIUM LED DIGITAL SIGNAGE 
  LEE JOON GI AND MOON LOVERS-SCARLET HEART: RYEO THE ASIAN CONNECTION THE COLLABORATION BETWEEN THE CHINA (HONG KONG) MOBILE GAME INDUSTRY AND THE SOUTH KOREAN ENTERTAINMENT INDUSTRY
What is the proof of a great actor? What is the proof that he has a timeless drama?
PRINCE WANG SO-EMPEROR GWANGJONG In 2016, Lee Joon Gi’s Moon Lovers-Scarlet Heart: Ryeo, was all the rage globally. Global viewers raved over it; they also ranted and cried over the ending. Never before have so many viewers from all over the world taken to the internet to comment on a drama. Reviews, commentaries, reports and fan-made videos flooded the internet. The historical fiction drama, the most successful and enduring drama that had entered the global sphere, brought heartbreaks to the global audience but unsurprisingly, it has returned to remind us of its stupendous and far reaching effects.
This year, Wish Interactive Technology Limited, an Android game developer, and Friend Times Inc. have announced the appointment of Lee Joon Gi as their official ambassador for their mobile game, ‘PALACE 3D’ OR ‘GUNG 3D’. Lee’s gorgeous looks, incredible performance, charisma, popularity and influence must have impressed the creators of ‘PALACE 3D’ and this has led to the collaboration between the Chinese (Hong Kong) mobile game industry and the South Korean entertainment industry. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EPKcMukCTH0
A representative for Wish Interactive, developer of ‘Palace 3D,’ said, ‘Actor Lee Joon Gi has shown such masculine charisma, charm and versatility that he is a great choice for appealing to our primary target market - women. We look forward to working with him as our brand ambassador.’
The game was officially released on 10 June 2020. The appointment of Lee Joon Gi by the Hong Kong company is testimony to Lee’s unsurpassed great acting skills and charismatic Hallyu power.
 LEE JOON GI THE KOREAN POP SUPERSTAR THE K-ENTERTAINER (K-SINGER
& K-DANCER) THE COLLABORATION BETWEEN THE ENTERTAINMENT INDUSTRY AND THE HOSPITALITY INDUSTRY THE ASIAN CONNECTION At the end of last year, Lee wielded his power and influence as the Brand Ambassador for the hospitality conglomerate, Shinsegae Chosun Hotel Inc. He worked in cooperation with the prestigious organization to hold a mini-concert for his international fans; it was a collaboration between the entertainment industry and the hospitality industry. Lee Joon Gi is a Korean POP Superstar - K-Music Superstar (K-Entertainer - a K-Singer-cum-K-Dancer)! Not every actor can be like him. Lee definitely contributes to the K-MUSIC industry. The special Yuletide fan meeting, ‘Happy Christmas’ was held in Seoul on 14 December 2019. Lee, who looked gorgeous in his Liberclassy micro check, played the role of not just the ambassador for the conglomerate but also for South Korea. Since it was a
Christmas event, the handsome superstar sang his favourite Christmas
song, ‘We Wish You A Merry Christmas’ and some of his
well-loved songs like ‘For A While’ and ‘Ma Lady’. Being a
savvy and seasoned entertainer, he held sway over the audience with his
charming talks, jokes, melodious songs and energetic dancing. When Lee filled
the atmosphere with Christmas love and joy, his fans also entered into the
spirit of things. In a showstopping highlight, they were swaying in
tandem with his dancing and singing. The megastar’s talent is as outsized as
his personality. The audience must have been honoured to be in such magnificent
company. It seemed that the fans had so much fun and
laughter that the auditorium ‘came alive and was shaking with
glee’.
https://www.instagram.com/p/B6Cy0GHJ5UN/
 http://lifeinpinkrosylens.blogspot.com/2019/12/lee-joon-gi-brand-ambassador-of.html
https://www.facebook.com/leejoongimsiafamily/videos/1286200258226063/    The participants of the event which was held in the Shinsegae Chosun Hotel comprised international fans
from Thailand, Singapore, Taiwan, Hong Kong and Mainland China. But,
most of them were from Japan as the ‘Special Event’ was advertised only in
Lee’s Japanese fan website, Splendor.  The emcee-cum-translator was Japanese. The fan concert was more intimate than his usual fan meetings as it provided an opportunity for fans to be closer to him. The event ended with a session of signing autographs and handshaking with about 600 hundred fans present who took advantage of the rare chance of admiring him not from a distance but at close quarters, and, interacting with him on a one-on-one basis. Though it must have been exhausting for him, Lee was appreciative of their love and support. While signing endless autographs, Lee smilingly displayed his charms, patience, joy and good-naturedness.  But it must be stressed that Lee Joon has been holding sold-out concerts in many cities in Asia almost every year since he catapulted to fame in 2005, so having fan concerts is nothing new to him. His 'Delight' concerts were held in 2018 and 2019. The Covid-19 disaster has cut short the activities of many actors and entertainers around the globe. It has also affected South Korea and Lee Joon Gi’s plans to hold concerts in Asia.
LEE JOON GI ASIA TOUR DELIGHT ‘FOR US’ SALE OF BLU-RAY SPECIAL EDITION Lee has held a number of soldout concerts in Asia in 2019. Namooactors announced the
release of ‘Lee Joon Gi Asia Tour Delight: For Us’ special Edition & 2020
Season’s Greetings at the end of 2019. The sale period was from 30 December 2019 to 10 January 2020.
    
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uW7wFxEfiDs
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WIYjGwYcMtE
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vliNeev3RJ0  
 
AND CREATIVE WORKS
THE COLLABORATION BETWEEN THE CHINA (MACAU) TOURIST INDUSTRY AND THE SOUTH KOREAN ENTERTAINMENT INDUSTRY    Lee has also been
involved in producing creative works that have helped in the growth of the
tourism industry in China (Macau) and the entertainment industry in South
Korea, just as he has done for other countries for the past few years.
Early this year, the highly motivated superstar made a trip to Macau to do a photoshoot for The Star magazine 2020 and his Selfie Book 2020. It shows how the ‘Supermodel’ works. The Selfie Book 2020 was aimed
more at the Japanese market but The Star magazine was for the general South
Korean and international market.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jb3Y8UuJfzc His trip to Macau showcased his
popularity abroad and when he returned, there was an outpouring of love from his
local fans. THE CHINESE FANS 
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QUIn4swEZxE
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2_l1ikTNa7c THE SOUTH KOREAN FANS
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hRQ63izOhME
                 
 LEE JOON GI AND FASHION MAGAZINES THE COLLABORATION BETWEEN THE ENTERTAINMENT INDUSTRY AND THE PRINT MEDIA The 2020 resume of the ‘Supermodel’ also includes being featured in the editorial spreads in various magazines. The charismatic ‘Supermodel’ is a dream come true for globally-famous fashion houses, South Korean or international magazines, South Korean designers who have acquired his services to showcase their creations. Lee Joon Gi has that special style of making fashion statements and showing the latest fashion to advantage. Lee takes us on a tour of the world's latest fashion trends in two prestigious magazines: GQ July 2020 and Arena Homme November 2020. ARENA HOMME KOREA
NOVEMBER 2020    
GQ KOREA
JULY 2020
  
ALLURE KOREA
DECEMBER 2020        
It is undeniable that Lee Joon
Gi, who has an allure and magnetic hold on his fans, is the Champion of
Champions; he continues to be a source of inspiration to younger actors and
entertainment artists not only in Asia but also in the world. His unrivalled
reputation, multiple talents, considerable charm, world-wide popularity and
fame single him out to be the most iconic showbusiness personality whose
light cannot be dimmed by any other personality in 2020. Other actors pale in
comparison with very hardworking, highly motivated and globally inspiring Lee
Joon Gi. Updated 7 December 2020
 2020 ASIA ARTIST AWARDS LEE JOON GI ASIA CELEBRITY AWARD BEST ARTIST AWARD
   
SOUTH KOREAN DRAMA SERIES ASIAN WIKI
NUMBER 1 DRAMA 2020
FLOWER OF EVIL  https://asianwiki.com/Category:2020_South_Korean_Drama_Series
 TC CANDLER ASIA THE 100 MOST HANDSOME FACES IN ASIA 2020 LEE JOON GI RANKED NUMBER 12  
https://m.weibo.cn/status/4566812936898868#&video https://m.weibo.cn/status/4566812936898868 https://www.facebook.com/leejoongithaifamily/
 LEE JOON GI 2020 ICON (DRAMA) STAMP OF APPROVAL FROM CULTURA 
           LEE JOON GI HOST of NAVER TALK SHOW 3 DECEMBER 2020
 
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    https://twitter.com/jg_k_drama_417/status/1334484799050960896?s=21
 LEE JOON GI OFFICIAL MAGAZINE 2021 (VOL. 1 & 2) LEE JOON GI IN JEJU MAGAZINE THE STORY OF LEE JOON GI       LEE JOON GI (COVER & TOP FEATURE) OF KOREAN TV DRAMA GUIDE (JAPANESE) VOL. 100 CELEBRATING 100th ISSUE SPECIAL EDITION 2020     LEE JOON GI CREATIVITY SEASON'S GREETINGS         LEE JOON GI A GLOBAL INFLUENCE LEE JOON GI AND HIS GLOBAL FANS THE COLLABORATION BETWEEN THE ENTERTAINMENT INDUSTRY AND CHARITABLE ORGANIZATIONS (SOCIAL ISSUES)  LJGGFSP LEE JOON GI GLOBAL FAN SUPPORT PROJECTS DONATION: 2, 400, 000 KRW TO GOOD NEIGHBOURS FOR ABUSED CHILDREN Changing the Way Celebrities Tackle Social Issues (Bringing Fans Together To Carry Out Charitable Works)      LEE JOON GI MNET JAPAN INTERVIEW      
LEE JOON GI
MODEL BRAND AMBASSADOR
SHINSEGAE CHOSUN HOTEL INC.
    Lee Joon Gi is ranked 13th in King
Choice’s 100 most handsome men in the world 2020 and Flower of Evil, third in
the best Korean drama 2020.                Lee Joon Gi tops the list of ‘Viuniverse Awards 2020, an event organised by Viu, a video streaming provider which based in Hong Kong. Viu is now available in 16 markets across Asia, Africa and the Middle East including Hong Kong, India, Singapore, Thailand, Philippines, United Arab Emirates, Bahrain, Egypt, Indonesia, Jordan, Kuwait, Malaysia, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Myanmar and South Africa. The
Viu Team from the Philipppines declares that Lee Joon Gi is the ‘Best Leading Actor’ and
Flower of Evil is the ‘Best Drama of 2020’.             Weibo 5th Tv Series Awards has ranked Flower of Evil as ‘The
Most Popular (1st) South Korean Drama’ and Lee Joon Gi as ‘The 3rd
Most Popular South Korean Actor’ in China in 2020. However, Flower of Evil and Lee Joon Gi are ranked 3rd and 7th for foreign drama and foreign actor respectively.       https://koreanupdates.com/kuawards2020/
UPDATED: 28.02.2021                Originally Posted: 25 October 2020 |
