Source: http://sports.donga.com/SPORTS/3/all/20130326/53992965/3
Photo credits: Tree-J company
English translation: Hazy from ECI and tenshi_akuma
“I am made in Korea, Jang Keun Suk!” Actor Jang Keun Suk who is known as ‘Keun-chan’ by his overseas fans is now making his way from Asia Prince to World Prince.
According to “Korean Wave movement report” issued by Korean Cultural Industry Foundation in 2011, JKS was regarded as a new Hallyu star, the possible successor to Bae Yong Jun. There was no objection that JKS was selected as the key person who would lead Korean wave in the next 10 years. His strong point is said not only his acting skill but his ‘artist’ side that is stood out in various areas such as fashion and music. Because of this, Korean wave has prevailed among younger generation, from teenagers to those in their 30’s who lead culture of consumption. Before that, most Hallyu fans were considered as middle-aged women.
