Photos of 'Oldboy' actor, 62, wearing Hello Kitty hairband gifted by fans go viral

The charismatic Choi Min-sik turns into epitome of adorableness while meeting fans around South Korea to promote his new movie, 'Exhuma'. Photos: Showbox/Instagram

In South Korea's fan culture of aegyo, which emphasises stars appeasing fans with adorable and cutesy behaviours, even the legendary Oldboy star is not exempt. In fact, his wholehearted embrace of this playful interaction with fans is earning him even more respect.

As Choi Min-sik, globally acclaimed for his charismatic role in the 2003 film, attends audience meet-and-greet events held at local theatres as part of promotions for his latest film Exhuma, photos of the 62-year-old actor sporting girlish accessories gifted by fans have gone viral.