Belle's Top 20 Asian Drama Actors; #6 - Jang Geun Suk
Sorry, guys. I keep procrastinating on this list. I swear, when I go online everyday I think of posting Guy No. 6 but I somehow always end up putting it off (so hard to find recent photos of him *probably looking at the wrong places*). And I can't move on to the Top 5 without posting Guy No. 6. *hyperventilates* Here's to me finally getting to it. <.<;
Profile
Name: 장근석 / Jang Geun Suk (Jang Geun Seok)
Age: 22 (Korea), 21 (International)
Profession: Actor/singer
Nationality: Korean
Height: 182cm
Charm Points: Hides firm muscle under his seemingly too slender body. Nice, solid singing voice (just don't do the M-Net Korean Music Festival again, rofl). The ability to make everyone forget how hideous his fashion style is when he turns on his smile (and melts hearts). Clean, boyish looks one second...rough and tumble the next. Pretty lips. That calm, soothing aura that makes people break out into grins...when they didn't even mean to.
The Magic of Jang Geun Suk: His charm really lies in his likability (and, I admit, his infectious smiles). You don't notice him at first. You think he's ordinary. But then you eventually realize you're looking out for his rare smiles and are listening closely to whatever his character is saying. When he's the villain, you try your best to hate him but you end up falling in love with his character instead. When he's the lovable but doomed other-guy, you find yourself wishing he got the girl. I've seen him do emo prince, I've seen him do guy-next-door and he's equally proficient in both.
You've Probably Seen Him In: That recently concluded and unexpected high-rating drama, Beethoven Virus. He plays a genius music student turned policeman who ends up rediscovering his love for the trumpet...and conducting. His character here is friendly, determined, earnest, and charismatic. People tend to gravitate toward him in the story and with good reason. Watch it for the warm, fuzzy feelings (and the eventual bittersweet drama -- the plot is engaging!) Geunsukkie's character generates. And Geunsukkie's flail!phail (his arms are everywhere 0_0) at conducting.
You Should Check Him Out In: That drama that's really high on my recommended list, Hong Gil Dong, which tells a Robin Hood-like story. It's a fusion period drama so expect crack and fun in between romance, comedy, and action. This is the drama that made me really look at Geunsukkie. He plays Emo Prince (capitals!) Chang Hwi, younger son of the late king and legitimate heir to the throne. He's on a quest against the current government to claim his throne. Say hello to longhair!Geun Suk and his subtle acting, which fits in with the restrained, sad, but comfort-seeking prince he plays. Let's not forget that wonderful period drama that got him noticed, Hwang Jin Yi, where he plays the heroine's first love. His part in this is quite heartbreaking. For the movie fans, I'm sure you've already heard of Do Re Mi Fa So La Ti Do. The plot meandered a bit for me (a lot of people seem to have loved it, though XD) but watch it to hear Geunsukkie singing beautifully.
Why He's On My List: Geunsukkie is one of the wild card entries in my Top 20. He started at the bottom of my list but every time I decided to put him at a certain number, I'd take another look and move him up a notch or two. And suddenly he got to the Top 6 position.
Let's start with the easy stuff.
Like his carefree, easy smile.
That he shares easily with friends. Hi, redhaired!Heechul!
And with the rest of the world.
How can someone this cute...
...turn into this? :o
Srsly.
Where can I get one?
Is there a switch in there somewhere that you just flip...
And then boom? :o
*tries to bring the temperature down with weird hairstyles...*
*and gay, colorful clothes*
Okay, it's kind of hard to focus right now.
Time for relaxedface!Geun Suk and weird clothes.
Okay, this is totally not working.
Even Geunsukkie's not convinced.
Let's try throwing in another girl.
Damn, his face is still distracting.
Maybe if he pretends to be a rocker, it'll help us focus? Actually, he really does love to sing. <3
Or how about the Emo Prince of Doom?
Even his srz bzns face is distracting.
Not to mention his stomach. And this is an older picture.
Let's just end it with a smile, shall we?
Image Credits:
Asian Fanatics
Jangkeunsuk
Profile
Name: 장근석 / Jang Geun Suk (Jang Geun Seok)
Age: 22 (Korea), 21 (International)
Profession: Actor/singer
Nationality: Korean
Height: 182cm
Charm Points: Hides firm muscle under his seemingly too slender body. Nice, solid singing voice (just don't do the M-Net Korean Music Festival again, rofl). The ability to make everyone forget how hideous his fashion style is when he turns on his smile (and melts hearts). Clean, boyish looks one second...rough and tumble the next. Pretty lips. That calm, soothing aura that makes people break out into grins...when they didn't even mean to.
The Magic of Jang Geun Suk: His charm really lies in his likability (and, I admit, his infectious smiles). You don't notice him at first. You think he's ordinary. But then you eventually realize you're looking out for his rare smiles and are listening closely to whatever his character is saying. When he's the villain, you try your best to hate him but you end up falling in love with his character instead. When he's the lovable but doomed other-guy, you find yourself wishing he got the girl. I've seen him do emo prince, I've seen him do guy-next-door and he's equally proficient in both.
You've Probably Seen Him In: That recently concluded and unexpected high-rating drama, Beethoven Virus. He plays a genius music student turned policeman who ends up rediscovering his love for the trumpet...and conducting. His character here is friendly, determined, earnest, and charismatic. People tend to gravitate toward him in the story and with good reason. Watch it for the warm, fuzzy feelings (and the eventual bittersweet drama -- the plot is engaging!) Geunsukkie's character generates. And Geunsukkie's flail!phail (his arms are everywhere 0_0) at conducting.
You Should Check Him Out In: That drama that's really high on my recommended list, Hong Gil Dong, which tells a Robin Hood-like story. It's a fusion period drama so expect crack and fun in between romance, comedy, and action. This is the drama that made me really look at Geunsukkie. He plays Emo Prince (capitals!) Chang Hwi, younger son of the late king and legitimate heir to the throne. He's on a quest against the current government to claim his throne. Say hello to longhair!Geun Suk and his subtle acting, which fits in with the restrained, sad, but comfort-seeking prince he plays. Let's not forget that wonderful period drama that got him noticed, Hwang Jin Yi, where he plays the heroine's first love. His part in this is quite heartbreaking. For the movie fans, I'm sure you've already heard of Do Re Mi Fa So La Ti Do. The plot meandered a bit for me (a lot of people seem to have loved it, though XD) but watch it to hear Geunsukkie singing beautifully.
Why He's On My List: Geunsukkie is one of the wild card entries in my Top 20. He started at the bottom of my list but every time I decided to put him at a certain number, I'd take another look and move him up a notch or two. And suddenly he got to the Top 6 position.
Let's start with the easy stuff.
Like his carefree, easy smile.
That he shares easily with friends. Hi, redhaired!Heechul!
And with the rest of the world.
How can someone this cute...
...turn into this? :o
Srsly.
Where can I get one?
Is there a switch in there somewhere that you just flip...
And then boom? :o
*tries to bring the temperature down with weird hairstyles...*
*and gay, colorful clothes*
Okay, it's kind of hard to focus right now.
Time for relaxedface!Geun Suk and weird clothes.
Okay, this is totally not working.
Even Geunsukkie's not convinced.
Let's try throwing in another girl.
Damn, his face is still distracting.
Maybe if he pretends to be a rocker, it'll help us focus? Actually, he really does love to sing. <3
Or how about the Emo Prince of Doom?
Even his srz bzns face is distracting.
Not to mention his stomach. And this is an older picture.
Let's just end it with a smile, shall we?
Image Credits:
Asian Fanatics
Jangkeunsuk