Thursday, December 27, 2007

Hue Story magazine: Mun Jung Hyuk - Hidden but still the star

*this article is a pure unadulterated tribute to eric mun jung hyuk...and i love reading it!*

Since the drama Que Sera Sera ended, it has been very difficult to see Mun Jung Hyuk in any official appearances. From being part of an idol group, Eric has swiftly transformed himself into the distinctive actor Mun Jung Hyuk. We don't know the reason why he's been absent from the public eye, but he is a celebrity that stays firmly on our radar. He is sorely missed.


Que Sera Sera! Mun Jung Jyuk the actor in full blossom

What did Mun Jung Hyuk gain and lose with the drama Que Sera Sera? He lost in terms of ratings, as the ratings were less than satisfactory. Even having hotshot PD Kim Yoon Chul from My Name Is Kim Sam Soon didn't help either. Although Eric played out the character of Kang Tae Joo to a T, the drama didn't do well. However, Mun Jung Hyuk the actor has passed with flying colors. Clearer diction and a more emotional performance has garnered much praise for him. If he was once called a singer who occasionally acted, now you can call Mun Jung Hyuk an actor who can sing as well. Just like this, he left a deep impression with his performance. Now, Mun Jung Hyuk's acting doesn't leave people ill at ease anymore.


Back to Shinhwa once again! Eric the singer and his dreams

Shinhwa once ruled the scene as the king of all idol groups. It wouldn't be an exaggeration to say that the gayo scene at its peak was once dominated by
H.O.T., G.O.D. and Shinhwa. The three groups each had different traits, and among them Shinhwa had the edge with their more masculine charm and music that was targeted at the masses. Besides being very well-loved, the close bonds between the members were also well known within the country. Thus til today, they still exist as Shinhwa, with its lineup unchanged from day one. It is a feat in the Korean music scene for any idol group to be able to stay intact for this long. The core of this group is of course Mun Jung Hyuk. Well-known for giving the limelight to his fellow members, and taking care of them, his contribution to Shinhwa is massive. Regardless of his popularity, he remains the humble Mun Jung Hyuk, uniting the group with his presence. Lately he has been practising hard every night with the Shinhwa members for the Asian tour in December and the release of Winter Story 2007. We look forward to seeing Shinhwa at their best.


The Hallyu wave strikes again! The much anticipated appearance of the Hallyu personality

Mun Jung Hyuk's popularity in Japan has exceeded our expectations. The dramas that he's acted in have done better than some of the other dramas that star so-called Hallyu stars. Thus he held his first solo fanmeeting in Japan in December. The entertainment world is looking forward to what he has in store for us. People have identified him as the first choice to revitalize the Hallyu wave. Mun Jung Hyuk is not far from taking over Bae Yong Joon's place. Shinhwa's popularity in Japan is also extremely remarkable, and is of top class standard in the rest of Asia too. Their Asian tour this winter will surely spark off another round of frenzy. Shinhwa has stepped out of Korea and become a true Asian icon. We're glad to see the sparkling eyes of Mun Jung Hyuk amongst everything.


The King of Style! Catching the attention of ladies

One can't really tell his nationality just by looking at him. Sometimes he feels like the 2nd generation of a huge Hong Kong financial conglomerate, and sometimes he bears the air of a member of royalty from some exotic country. And other times he is a rebellious actor in Japan who oozes character. Probably in most Asian countries, Mun Jung Hyuk would enjoy popularity easily. That's the marketability of Mun Jung Hyuk the actor. He has an international appearance, and he is more than well-equipped to venture out of Asia into the West too. Undeniably his looks and body have enabled him to get attention and to carry off clothes really well. Of course good looks doesn't equate to style. It's almost impossible to criticize his style, which is proved by the fact that many fashion labels, who only go for the celebs with the best style, have selected him as their spokesman.


His Persistent Competitive Streak! Always working to exceed everyone's expectations

Most people who know him in real life often comment that he is a polite and quiet person. Many were surprised to see a different side of Mun Jung Hyuk on stage and in dramas. Introverts in general do in fact have a shocking amount of willpower, and are more tough. He always shatters our expectations of him, and at the same time brings us joy by exceeding our expectations. Now, he has already evolved from the image of a young idol star, and taken on the image of an actor. Will he be able to do it? Such questions only serve to provoke his competitive streak. We believe that he will become the true star of the show, and become a true actor with his acting skills.

Source: oceans
Chi trans: jojoyu7@shinhwachina
Eng trans: midnightgirl13@shinhwabiz

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