5 Korean Stars Who Appear in Hollywood Movies
Not only famous in the country, apparently there are some Korean actors who managed to show off in the arena of Hollywood film. The 5 Korean stars below are those who have been involved in Hollywood box office movies. Let’s take a look!
1. Rain
The popularity of Hallyu star, singer, and actor Rain cannot be questioned anymore. Owner of real name Jeong Ji-Hoon has been shining in the world of Korean film industry. His character as Lee Young Jae in the drama ‘Full House’ is the one that triggers his popularity. But in addition to Korea, Rain is also active in Hollywood movies. He once collaborated with Bruce Willis and 50 Cent musicians. Hollywood movies that had starred Rain is Speed Racer (2008), Ninja Assassin (2009), and The Prince (2004).
2. Lee Byung Hun
This Seoul-born actor is famous for his action movie. He has starred in a row of popular Korean movies and also Hollywood. For example, the movie G.I. Joe: The Rise of Cobra, G.I. Joe: Retaliation, Red 2, and The Magnificent Seven.
3. Ken Jeong
Maybe his name and face aren’t that famous among Korean movie lovers. However, if you’ve ever watched a Hollywood movie called ‘The Hangover’ you will not be unfamiliar with his face. Despite not having a beautiful face like other Korean actors, but thanks to his hilarious acting, he managed to star in a Hollywood movie. In addition to ‘The Hangover’, Ken Jeong has also played in Ride Along 2, Zookeeper, Transformer, and Knocked Up. Ken Jeong is indeed born in America, but he has a strong South Korean blood.
4. John Co
Born in Seoul, South Korea, John Co is famous in America. Some great movies he ever starred like Harold & Kumar, Star Trek, and Total Recall. Even John Cho is a person who popularized the term MILF while playing in the American Pie comedy series.
5. Ki Hong Lee
Ki Hong Lee has a great fame after a role in the movie ‘Maze Runner’. He was born in Seoul, September 30, 1986. In the series ‘Maze Runner’, he managed to steal the attention and even beat the popularity of the main character that is, Dylan O’Brien.