In Conversation With... Hyun Bin and Lee Dong-wook | TIFF 2024

Korean superstars Hyun Bin and Lee Dong-wook join us for a highly anticipated conversation about their respective careers in the Korean film and television industry and their espionage thriller Harbin, which will have its world premiere at this year’s Festival as a Gala presentation.
Hyun Bin is known for his remarkable on-screen presence in such award-winning drama series as My Lovely Sam Soon (2005), Secret Garden (2010), for which he won the Grand Award at the Baeksang Art Awards, and the megahit Crash Landing on You (2019-2020). He has also starred in numerous feature films, including 2010 Festival Selection Late Autumn, and has become one of the most sought-after actors in Korea and beyond.
Following his debut in the popular series School (1999-2001), Lee Dong-wook became a household name for Korean and international audiences through his lead roles in such series as My Girl (2005-2006), Scent of a Woman (2011), and Guardian: The Lonely and Great God (2016-2017), showcasing his range and versatility as a dramatic and romantic lead. He won the Top Excellence Award in Acting at the SBS Drama Awards for his role in Scent of a Woman and most recently appeared in the smash hit A Shop for Killers (2024).
Hyun Bin and Lee Dong-wook will discuss their first on-screen collaboration in Woo Min-ho’s Harbin (’24) and their respective career paths in this wide-ranging onstage conversation with TIFF’s Chief Programming Officer, Anita Lee.
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[@조나단-c2m]

One of Lee Dong-wook's numerous charms is his sense of humor and wit, which have a high success rate. He can entertain people even in a short moment. He is more special actor, however, because he always maintains his dignity. I love him.❤❤❤❤❤

[@kyungfusing]

Lee Dongwook is such a charming actor 🥹 thank you TIFF for having him 🧡

[@L-co3qt]

Lee Dongwook is a very special actor. 👏👏👏 He brings great joy and happiness to my life. I love him very much.❤❤❤❤❤

[@ambyrogers6584]

Both actors are the reason I watch K dramas or any drama they in. At 76, I'm thrilled to find Wonderful actors and Beautiful movies.

[@OlgaOlga-qm4tl]

Thank you so much for inviting Lee Dong Wook, he is an amazing talented actor! It was so nice to watch his witty answers!

[@Oksana_Skoryh_754]

I agree completely, this person is immensely mega talented and also kind and sincere in showing his feelings... Oppa, your fan-fanmons love you very much..❤❤❤

[@5877user]

He’s amazing when he improvises. It certainly adds to the humanization of his character, especially in the Nine-tailed Fox series. Love his red hair because he was a red-fur fox😊

[@GBEE-c2u]

Lee Dong Wook is a very humble, pleasant, and versatile actor. He is a gift from God. I love Lee Dong Wook very much. 😍😍😍😍😍😘😘😘😘😘

[@judyaguigui82]

I love Lee Dong Wook. Great Actor, he is Bad and Crazy. He touched my heart.

[@aceofdiamonds31]

I fell inlove with @Hyun Bin in Crash Landing on You,, his eyes the way he look at Se-ri , I feel like he is looking straight at me.. He is a very versatile actor! I Love that their Love Story made it a Reality, when they get Married! ❤ I’ll wait for your upcoming movie Hyun Bin! My All time Korean Crush! Thank you TIFF for having Hyun Bin and for Having both of the cast ❤🫰🏻🫰🏼🫰🏼🫰🏼

[@EmilyKelly-nb3bt]

Kudos to Hyun Bin and Lee Dong Wook for making history the most happening, the most fans and the most awaited event at Toronto International Film Festival 2024. Everyone is happy with friendly and sweetest service from Hyun Bin and Lee Dong Wook 💕💕💕💕💕

[@jtioriamsimatupang9926]

I had no idea about Korean drama, until I watched Crash Landing On You starred by Hyun Bin. Since then, I became a huge fan of Hyun Bin! He is absolutely talented and good in acting, plus...love his voice! All the best for you Hyun Bin

[@japgonzales7678]

Hyun Bin's very good in explaining all the questions intended for him, Lee dong wook too!

[@themanifester1807]

The Qs were provided in advance, and the answers were prepared by their PR teams. Both of these actors are not smart enough to handle their huge and delirious fan base on their own. I completely understand the obsession over Michael Jackson, or even Beyoncé, but these two are nobodies in comparison. In fact, I did not listen beyond 2-3 Qs, waste of time. Those two do not have enough intellect to spend even 2 minutes on them. But you enjoy, by all means!

[@viticultoarea]

​@themanifester1807 jenant ce scrii tu, cât cunosti tu aceste persoana ca să afirmi asa ceva. Poate intelectul tău nu reușească sa inteleaga răspunsurile lor.

[@littlemisss19]

I can’t believe I got to experience. Lee Dong Wook and Hyun Bin are so charming and kind 🩷

[@Misiseych]

I enjoyed listening to this witful, not to mention, gorgeous men, speak about their passion, which is acting. Be it in small screen or big. They articulate their answers very well. Thank you for sharing this conversation to their fans, TIFF 👏🏻👍🏻🫶🏻❤

[@Nylc-wu3ki]

Thank you for inviting and hosting Hyun Bin and Lee Dong Wook at this year’s TIFF!

[@Wonwoo-m6v]

Lee Dong wook is also known for his film and drama career, which has been almost nonstop since his debut. This is only possible when an actor's acting skills are good and popular. Also, it is possible when an actor loves to act and is very diligent. Lee Dong wook is currently filming a new TV drama. And there are other dramas that have already finished filming and are set to air on TV. He is a great and respectful actor in every way. I love and support him so much. ❤️❤️👏👏👏

[@bhargavi9044]

All the best HyunBin lee dong woo Harbin 👍👍 Thankyou TiFF for bringing these two super stars ❤

[@drtcason]

Lee Dong-wook is my favorite actor on the planet...yes planet. So talented and of course beautiful.

[@imbidishaa]

I thoroughly enjoyed this. Lee Dong Wook ❤❤❤❤❤His insights and reflections on his craft were as captivating as his performances. It was a real treat to hear him speak about his work and see the depth of his passion and dedication. ❤

[@victoriavik]

Lee Dong Wook is so fantastic, talented, gorgeous 😍😍 I love him ❤️😘

[@pemafrasco4688]

I totally agree that when actors do talk shows like what Lee Dong Wook is doing, not only they become accessible but they become relatable as well. Thank you for sharing this.❤❤❤ I’m a fan of both actors.😊😊😊

[@annwilson6220]

I am a fan of Hyun bin and love listening to his cultured voice. I agree with him that watching a film in the theatre is a fabulous experience. Watching a recent film of Hyun bin, The Point Men, in the theatre and seeing the beautiful scenery as well as seeing the actors on the big screen could not be duplicated on the smaller screen. I truly believe Harbin will be an emotional expetience on the screen in theatres. Also the genuine camaraderie between Hyun bin and Lee Dong Wook off screen will also add to the excitement of the film. The Point Men was shown in theatres in Sydney Australia, and I hope Harbin will be shown in Australia as well. Good luck Hyun bin and Lee Dong Wook with Harbin.

[@cleoniceferreira616]

Excelente ator❤❤❤ Espero ver ele e a linda esposa atuando juntos novamente. São maravilhosos. Pousando no Amor um lindo trabalho que ficará para sempre em meu coração

[@cherribella7923]

I agree. Crash Landing on You was my introduction to K-Dramas and led to my addiction to learning about Korean culture. I agree SonYeJin and Hyun Bin were wonderful together and hopefully can do more projects together.

[@JIN-v8u7f]

I love you, Lee Dongwook 😘😘😘😘😘 You're always the best 👍👏👏👏

[@aspcia]

Thank you Anita! It was a joy to watch! Lee DongWook looking handsome as usual! I'm one of the many that fell in love with kdramas and inevitably DongWook during lockdown 🥰

[@GabrielaVaidianu]

Beautiful Lee Dong Wook,îs a very special actor!❤❤❤

[@user-hn6hc3fz9d]

Lee Dongwook is very aristocratic and relaxed. He is such a wonderful actor. 😍😍😍😘😘

[@MilagrosTroyano]

Hyun Bin waoooo!! So handsome, talented, elegant amazing actor for me is the Korean Gary Grant ❤❤

[@young-f3y]

Lee Dong wook is perfect. He has everything.💕💕💕💕💕💕💕💕💕💕

[@susandobbis]

Wonderful to hear these two elegant and articulate men discuss their craft. Thank you so much.

[@cynthiasn6435]

They are two of my favourite Korean actors-classy, versatile, and articulate. Their range and depth bring every character to life, whether in drama or action roles. They add a unique presence to each scene, making their performances memorable and captivating.

[@Vava-q7t]

이동욱은 모든 역할을 소화하는 다재다능한 배우다.

[@LA-lo8fo]

Both Lee Dong-Wook and Hyun Bin are very handsome and charming men who have tremendous acting skills. My gorgeous Hyun Bin is the reason I am now a huge K-drama fan after discovering his many movies during the COVID pandemic. He also has an INCREDIBLY BEAUTIFUL singing voice, and I hope he records more songs.

[@amr2885]

Lee Dong Wook is my favourite actor! So talented and versatile 💗👏 P.S.: I need him and Yoo In Na together again in a drama! Their chemistry is the best 🙏🥹💕

[@jaye5055]

"Touch Your Heart" felt like such a fan service for those of us who wanted more of this cute couple from Goblin. They got their happy ending in this series. Honestly, I wish they were a real life couple lol

[@amr2885]

​@@jaye5055 Yes! Love them so much 💕

[@henglee7864]

@@jaye5055這也太牽強，三觀思維合嗎？不要無限上綱，看戲就好了。大齡未婚，多少有些問題吧！

[@MarieDelPuerto]

Hyun bin excellent acteur, il m'a fait adoré les séries coréennes.

[@marichellegultiano6571]

Hyun bin: "The love becoming true at the end of the series"...aw..i love that smile.

[@ediehdog2020]

It is wonderful to see the warm welcome korean actors. These are two of my favourite actors

[@niraligosai6792]

Hyun Bin….so talented, so handsome, so refined!! Loveeeee him. ❤❤❤❤

[@wander_mags]

thank you for this! What an awesome experience for Lee Dong Wook and Hyun Bin!

[@cheungchinchin5983]

Lee Dong Wook!!! 👏👏👏👏

[@ultraminyeo]

Lee Dongwook is the best actor❤👍👍👍👏👏❤

[@leonathomas1622]

Recognition and thank you to the translators as well the moderator and to TIFF for bringing another excellent production and opportunity to meet 2 of Korea's best actors and true gentlemen 😊

[@hyokyungchung5771]

The modetator did a great job.

[@joanduffie1707]

During the pandemic I got hooked on Kdrama. Mr. Sunshine was my first and I was hooked. Memories of the Alhambra was next and I was very impressed with the acting and the plot. Their plots are so brilliant just like American movies used to be. The plots do not engage in the uncomfortable sex scenes but are leaving the delicate scenes up to our imaginations. Isn’t that what movies are all about engaging our imaginations. Thank you Korea for bringing entertainment back to the movies.

[@stc.9792]

Actor Lee Dong Wook is very handsome~!!!!!

[@tienchen83]

Vielen Dank an Hyun Bin und Lee Dong Wook für die ausführlichen Antworten. Beide haben eine sehr schöne Ausstrahlung und Präsenz. 💐🌷🍀💐🌷🍀

[@viannanolen-peters1392]

Lee Dong-Wook is an excellent actor! Totally loved A Shop For Killers! 👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏😍😍

[@Immeeseeyu]

They are both a really great yet humble actor, I hope a bright future for their acting career. 💛🧡🧡

[@Алиса-ю5ь6э]

LEE DONG WOOK ❤❤❤

[@ROLCY2024]

Love both of these actors. They are great in whatever film or production in which they participate.

[@mariagrant9684]

Excellent conversation with these 2 brilliant Korean actors!

[@Immeeseeyu]

10:10 I would not be able to be Lee Dong Wook's translator. I will just daydream to enjoy his voice and get lost in it. 😂😂😂😂😂

[@Misiseych]

Same here! 😂😂😂

[@hyokyungchung5771]

I wish he had an attitude worthy of his acting.

[@hyokyungchung5771]

I wish he had an attitude worthy of his acting.

[@Immeeseeyu]

@@hyokyungchung5771 I believe he just want to be entertaining, not to offend the interpreter or anyone. I believe that we are his fans were not laughing at the interpreter either, we're just enjoying his cuteness and casualty. He and his fans must feel really comfortable there in that event. I hope I don't misunderstand you. 😊😊

[@marisolpajimola3350]

Translator of hyunbin has a nice voice

[@elisabeth_t]

Lee Dong Wook ❤🔥

[@esnaylmazoz6959]

Hyun Bin is perfect.

[@claudieberthet8479]

Hyun Bin est mon idole et le premier acteur qui m'a fait accrocher les séries coréennes que je ne cesse plus de regarder 🤩🫰💙🤍❤️🎆🎇🌬️🩵 Son Ye Jin est une fabuleuse actrice et leur fiston, Alkong, est ravissant 🥰

[@Nettie3150]

Hyun bin brought me to Kdramas at this later stage of my life through his amazing talent and versatile acting in Secret Garden, CLOY, and Jekyll Hyde and Me, which I found so touching - romantic, funny and dramatic too. Memories of the Alhambra was so exciting and his ation scenes simply breathtaking!! ❤❤❤

[@anikent6972]

Lee Dong Wook's versatility is outstanding.

[@kuobigeyeset1209]

LEE dongwook!!!

[@lennox6003]

개봉일 가까워지면 핑계고에 두 분이 같이 나오실 거죠? 욱동이형 분발해 이러다가 올해 핑계고 대상은 정민이 형이 가져갈 것 같아

[@catherinekwok6413]

Crash landing on you Hyun Bin❤❤

[@JillHendry-n5c]

They both are so handsome, i just love their acting. God bless them always❤

[@tessgrawehr3607]

Great interview segment❤❤❤Kdrama fan from Switzerland.

[@TIFF]

thank you

[@don_t0005]

Wait, Lee dong wook? I have to watch it😂

[@jaye5055]

I wish LDW used Hyun Bin's interpreter as well

[@user-ko4tn4xq2y]

이동욱 덕분에 세계 4대 영화제라는 토론토 영화제에서 언급되고 핑계고 출세했네 ㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋ🤣🤣🤣 그런 의미에서 하얼빈팀 핑계고 나오자 😊😊😊😊😊 아니타 리, 우리 욱동배우 잘 챙겨줘서 고마워요!!❤

[@KathleenGWhiz]

I would watch Lee Dong-wook eat a bowl of cereal but honestly, Harbin (Haeolbin) sounds very good.

[@TIFF]

lolz

[@nicoleharlan4835]

Thank you TIFF for inviting Harbin to the festival and carrying out this great interview *in English* with some of the Korean actors I'd most like to know! It's such a treat for those of us that can't physically go to Toronto for such an event.❤

[@fieryrouge]

Great interview. Fan of both of these actors. Proud that TIFF shows films from around the world. As a 🇨🇦 that doesn’t live in Toronto, looking forward to film when it is available in my area.

[@maite5224]

grandes actores, guapos , amables. Lo tienen todo♥️

[@chloelin8018]

I'll watch anything with Hyun Bin 😊

[@denisemacedo8656]

como eu amo Lee Dong-wook😍😍😍🦊🦊🦊BRASIL

[@기타누락자-c5z]

Wook Dong❤

[@luceliasantos4679]

A entrevista mais esperada. Obrigada TIFF 🙌🏻🙏🏻💗✨

[@petyachristova5870]

The one & only Lee Dong Wook, his art is so meaningful to me and has had a great personal impact on me.🩵🩷

[@polonica5431]

I come from Poland & I'am both European and Canadian. Mostly I see the European and an American movies, some Japanese. Till now I had no experience with Korean movies but from what I see now, they are very good and worth of attention. They are served on Internet or in Netflix. I've only seen two films with Hyun Bin (Memories from Alhambra" and "Crash landing on you") and I think these two films deal with extremely important topics. They required a completely different acting and showed the world important problems that we may face in the future, as well as those that influenced the history and relations of Korea divided into two Countries, South and North Korea. I am very interested in expression in the origin language and expression of feelings in performed movies as well as the film censorship of the acting and scenes, which is to me O'K, because I don't like to much of the liberal expressions and violence in the movies. Still not enough is said about the author of the script, Park Yi-eun, and they should also be at such meetings. I'm curious about their motivation for building such a script for both films. As for the former, I will look at them in their entirety, if Netflix shows these films. I haven't watched the JSA - Joint Security Area movie, only its trailers, but I can say that the comedy-drama "Crash landing on you" is an incredible success of the screenwriter of this film and the actors of the main roles, i.e. Hyun Bin, Son Ye-jin and other actors. Thank you for an information about two earlier movies such as: My Lovely Sam Soon (2005), Secret Garden (2010) and congratulation for Lee Dong-wook, for roles in such series as My Girl (2005-2006), Scent of a Woman (2011), and Guardian or "The Lonely and Great God (2016-2017)". I have to do my home work via TV to see these movies with such a delay. Congratulations to Korean TV and once again to Ms. Park Yi-eun for the films drama "39" and the drama "Something in the Rain" with Ms. Son Yi-jin and of course "Crash landing on you", one of the best movies and my favorite one.

[@maureensansome3291]

I love these actors, love their shows and am so thrilled to see them at TIFF. Well spoken and very talented in their career choice. I feel they got a lovely warm welcome to Toronto.

[@imeemahomas4352]

My two fave actors in a one big screen❤..

[@anggrekbulan100]

9:32 LDW fixes Hyun Bin's collar😍. The bromance is real😍

[@Smallpanda_sister]

이동욱❤ leedongwook❤❤❤❤

[@mengalir6802]

Hyunbin omg ❤❤❤❤❤

[@manafitv7229]

For those who couldnt hear any sound: Try using airpods. Or any headset or wireless headset. I was able to hear it just fine after I use airpods

[@mariamelitamataga7497]

They are both great actors❤❤ thank you TIFF and more power to KDrama.

[@ROADTRIP2024-ve3ec]

During the lockdown in the United States due to COVID-19, I discovered my first K-drama, "What's Wrong With Secretary Kim." Since then, I have been fascinated by K-dramas and have also developed a deep appreciation for J-dramas.

[@mariselaozaeta6709]

Dos de mis actores favoritos!! Los amo!! 🎉🥰💕💕💕👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[@michaelpope58]

From the US here. I agree with their comments on K-Drama. I hope they don't become like so-called US shows.

[@Jksumies]

Lee dong wook is very witty and clever his unhinged most of the times but very humble behaviour is very attractive to me. I love this man so much🩷. Anita should have asked LDW about his role as seo moonjo in strangers from hell, he was spectacular in it, his performance there was so captivating, he was incredible, I loved every bit he gave in that show. I would have loved to hear him talk about the process that went in playing seo moonjo. His other projects are amazing too they all show how versatile he is as an actor. I will watch anything with LDW in it✨️

[@drjulia8032]

Inteligent & humble Actors

[@santokki.007]

Excellent translators, too : ) 👏❤️

[@alicevrsan2227]

During Covid, we came across Crash Landing On you while surfing Netflix. Up to that point I never watched anything with subtitles. After watching this drama we were hooked. Hyun Bin and Son Ye-jin became our favorite couple and we have followed them since. The professionalism, hard work and discipline of Korean actors is simply amazing. I heard Hyun Bin say CLOY was unrealistic, yet the relationship (family, love, friends, neighbors) were precious. We could tell that before the series was over, they were both truly in love. No surprise, when they announced their relationship later. Over the past 4 years, we read a lot about Korean culture, customs and food, even tried some. By now we have embraced many talented actors and even expanded to Chinese, Japanese, Vietnamese and Thai, yet Korean is the best. Thank you.❤

[@rocklol2335]

as a European who never watch Kdramas before 2020 I didn't know Lee Dong Wook but I came across some YT compilation which showed some korean actors that couldn't stop crying after shooting a sad scene and one of them was LDW, I was kind of fascinated and moved by this and I already knew he must be a good person in real life, so I googled his work and that is how I discovered Goblin and his other great projects, thanks for the YT compilations people ;)

[@susanfigueras5212]

Hyun Bin is still the best!

[@stefaniamessina5145]

High quality only? They are so unique and inspiring.. the scripts are top notch, , you can see lots of nuances in carachters which are lost in other entertainments industries. I could choose k drama hands down... they promote good values ; love, loyalty,respect and determination ! I HOPE THEY WILL MANTAIN THOSE,.the directors are amazing people as some of their work are pure poetry When it comes to actor Hyun Bin is royalty and same Lee dong wook .. they All deserve a special honor from government.

[@LianaBuzea]

Very much appreciated this discussion. 🙏🏻

[@TIFF]

Glad it was helpful!

[@sims5211]

국제영화제 무대에서 핑계고를 물어볼줄이야😂 유튜버인거 인정? 어~인정ㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋ

[@DIA6-f2e]

어느부분에서물어봐여?

[@micahong94]

​@@DIA6-f2e43:55 에서 언급합니다. ^^

[@maryanna5832]

Both actors are A-Mazing, but i just finished the "Tales of the Nine Tailed" both seasons 1 and 2 and it was so great! But of course I also loved it because the Kim Bum....lol!

[@mochamadikhsan7609]

A dream come true finally they can 1 frame in cinemas 🎉

[@nicoleharlan4835]

Also, big congratulations to the interpreters. I can't imagine how hard it must have been to concentrate on the words when translating for either of these heartthrobs!!😅

[@sanemt6465]

Lee Dong Wook second greatest actor in the universe after ShahRukh Khan ❤❤❤

[@maxineshelton1568]

Both Actors are so Wonderfully Handsome, Dressed Attractively and FOIN🔥😍🔥😍🔥😍🔥😍🔥

[@slakslak1808]

Ldw ❤

[@teresaholder750]

Love 💗 these two. I agree with them that Korean dramas are top quality. And addictive!

[@casimiraallston8062]

GREAT ACTORS 👍 👌 👍 👌 ❤❤