Kim Jong-hyun was a South Korean record producer, singer-songwriter, author, and radio host. Kim was the principal vocalist of the popular boy band Shinee before he committed suicide at the age of 27. In 2018, his family members established the Shiny Foundation in an attempt to help struggling young artists.
Seo Ye-ji is a Korean actress who has captured the world’s attention within her short movie career. Shifting from advertisements to short films to major motion pictures with great ease, Seo Ye-ji is noted for her grace and poise off screen and her diverse roles onscreen. Mostly seen in haute couture, she has helped local Korean brands get international attention.
Lee Joon-gi is a South Korean actor and model. His popularity overseas has established him as one of the top Hallyu stars. Since he is a martial arts practitioner, Lee Joon-gi seldom uses a stunt double and is recognized as one of Korea's top action stars. His ability to pull off dangerous fight scenes often inspires young talents in Korea.
Kim Tae-ri is best known for her performance as Sook-hee in The Handmaiden, which won her several honors, such as the Busan Film Critics Award and the Blue Dragon Film Award. She is also known for her roles in the film Little Forest and the series Mr. Sunshine.
Jay Park is a Korean-American record producer, rapper, singer-songwriter, choreographer, actor, and entrepreneur. He is credited with founding the hip hop record labels H1ghr Music and AOMG. A multi-talented personality, Jay Park has also been credited with popularizing K-hip hop in South Korea. In 2017, he was featured in Forbes' 30 under 30 Asia list.
Shin Min-a is a South Korean actress and model who had the reputation of being the highest-paid endorser in her country. She has starred in popular television series like A Love to Kill, Arang and the Magistrate and Tomorrow, With You, and has won numerous awards for her acting prowess. She has appeared in several music videos and featured in the T Magazine.
Jeon So-min is a South Korean actress best known for playing Oh Ro-ra in the 2013 television series Princess Aurora, for which she won a couple of awards, including the 2013 MBC Drama Award. Also an author, Jeon released her first book You Can Call Me After a Drink in 2020. She also serves as an ambassador for various causes.
Choi Si-won is a South Korean model, singer-songwriter, and actor. He is best known for his association with the popular boy band, Super Junior. Regarded as one of South Korea’s most bankable actors and singers, Choi was named in Forbes magazine's 30 Under 30 Asia list in 2016. Also a well-known philanthropist, Choi works closely with agencies like 'UNICEF Korea'.
Gong Hyo-jin is a South Korean actress known for playing Yang Mi-sook in the film Crush and Blush, for which she won a couple of Best Actress awards. Thanks to her association with successful rom-com dramas, Gong is regarded as the queen of romantic comedies in Korea. She is also regarded as an influential fashion icon by young Korean women.
South Korean actor, Jung Woo-sung, rose to stardom with the gangster movie Beat, earning the Best New Actor award at the 17th Korean Association of Film Critics Awards. He is a versatile actor, considered to be one of the top South Korean stars. He remains untouched by any scandals and is known to be a generous person.
Uee is a South Korean actress and singer best known for her association with the popular girl group After School, where she served as a singer from 2009 to 2017. She has also received several prestigious awards for her acting skills; these awards include KBS Drama Awards, MBC Drama Awards, and an SBS Entertainment Award.
Yi Sun-sin was a Korean military general and admiral best remembered for his famous victories during the Imjin war, where his troops were victorious against the Japanese navy. Since the Imjin war, Yi Sun-sin has been revered in Korea as a national hero. Most of his victories were achieved despite being outnumbered by the enemies.
South Korean actor, Yoon Hyun-min, is best known for his role in the crime drama TV series Tunnel. A sports enthusiast as a child, he began his career as a baseball player for the Hanwha Eagles. He eventually quit sports to act. He started with roles in stage plays and moved on to TV dramas and feature films.
South Korean actor Sung Dong-il is best known for his role in the TV drama series Eun-shil. He made his acting debut over three decades ago and is a popular supporting actor who has appeared in several hit films and TV shows. He is a versatile actor who can play comic, dramatic, and villainous roles with the same ease.
Daesung is a South Korean singer, actor, and TV personality. He made his debut as a member of the South Korean boy band Big Bang in 2006. He also makes music as a solo artist and has released several hit albums and singles. As an actor, he played a major role in the top-rated comedy show Family Outing.
Eunhyuk is a South Korean singer-songwriter, rapper, television host, and dancer. He is best known for his association with the popular boy band, Super Junior. Over the years, he has also been an important member of the band's subgroups, namely Super Junior-H, Super Junior-T, Super Junior-D&E, and Super Junior-M.