Korean Cultural Center in Hong Kong, along with the Korean Film Council, is set to unveil a compelling a photo exhibition named "KOREAN ACTORS 200" from 28th July (Friday) to 16th September (Saturday) at the center’s exhibition space.

This exhibition pays homage to the enormous efforts of Korean artists who, over the years, have paved the way for Korean culture and content to gain global renown. Actors, in particular, have played pivotal roles in the rise of Korean cinema, which stands as a cornerstone of the Korean cultural industry and a driving force in the globalization of K-culture. The exhibition aims to spotlight and honor the influential movie stars who have fueled the growth of Korean cinema. Following successful exhibitions in Seoul, Busan, New York, Shanghai, and Beijing, the Korean Cultural Center in Hong Kong is proud to host this special event.

The fact that the exhibition takes place in Hong Kong, a city with special attachment to movies and a history of spearheading the Asian film industry with renowned movies like "A Better Tomorrow," "Chungking Express," and "Almost a Love Story," adds further significance to the event. July 2023 also marks the 50th anniversary of the death of Bruce Lee, Hong Kong's first-generation Hollywood action star, lending an additional layer of relevance to the exhibition in Hong Kong.

According to the Korean Film Council, the exhibition features 100 male and 100 female actors, selected based on diverse criteria. Factors such as box-office success, popularity over the past decade, roles in independent and art films emphasizing diversity, rising stardom, international film festival awards, co-production experiences, and roles in globally recognized over-the-top (OTT) platform Netflix films were considered.

Gallery address: 6-7/F, Block B Hollywood, PMQ, 35 Aberdeen Street, Central