Actor Lee Byung-hun graces the cover of GQ Hong Kong’s Men of the Year issue.
Having established himself as an icon in the global film industry beyond Korea, Lee Byung-hun captures the essence of Lee Byung-hun’s Time with his profound gaze and understated charisma in this pictorial.
In the revealed images, Lee Byung-hun embodies various styles including classic black suits, turtlenecks, and velvet tuxedos, showcasing a striking yet sophisticated visual. Notably, in the black-and-white concept shots, he symbolically represents his identity as an actor and inner depth by partially obscuring his face.
GQ Hong Kong praised Lee Byung-hun, stating, “He is not just an actor but a master who has driven change in the heart of Korean cinema for over 30 years. His name is synonymous with trust and sophistication.”
In an interview, Lee Byung-hun reflected on the global content market, saying, “As long as there is a good story and quality, we now live in an era where we can reach the world from anywhere.” On happiness, he added, “In the past, I thought it was a goal for the future, but now I ask myself, ‘How happy have I been today?’ Just feeling the present is happiness.”
Meanwhile, the film I Can’t Help It, featuring Lee Byung-hun, continues to show in theaters nationwide and is nearing 3 million viewers in box office success. Additionally, following his special achievement award at the Toronto International Film Festival, he has received the Artist of Distinction award at the Newport Beach Film Festival and has been nominated for Best Actor at the Gotham Awards, once again raising the profile of Korean actors.