South Korean actor Lee Je Hoon marked his 20th anniversary in the entertainment industry with an emotional celebration in Malaysia on Saturday night, attended by thousands of fans.
Held at Zepp KL, the Our 20th Moment 2024 Lee Je Hoon Fanmeeting in Kuala Lumpur saw the renowned actor, known for his versatile performances, take fans on a heartfelt journey through two decades of his artistic career.
Lee 42, who made his breakthrough in Bleak Night, has since established himself as a leading actor, with acclaimed performances in hit drama series such as Signal and Taxi Driver.
Popularly known as "Abang Teksi" among local fans, the actor also expressed his intention to shoot productions in the country in the future.
"…I also wish to film a drama in Malaysia,” he said, drawing excitement from fans and signalling his interest in engaging more closely with local audiences.
The atmosphere in the hall came alive as the Seoul-born actor opened the performance at 6pm with Coffee With Me, making a surprise entrance through the main door while warmly greeting fans up close.
Fans, known as "Hoonists", took the opportunity to capture the moment on camera while giving their idol a rousing cheer.
Throughout the event, Lee not only shared memories from his two decades in the industry, but also expressed his gratitude for the unwavering support of fans who have stood by him every step of the way.
"I still cannot believe it has been 20 years, but I believe it because of your love and support for me. I would not be here without you. Thank you,” he said, smiling warmly at the audience.
The two-hour fan meeting was further enlivened with various special segments, including interactive games, reflecting the close bond between him and his fans.
In a relaxed setting, the actor shared light-hearted details about himself, including his fondness for scrambled eggs and nasi lemak.
"I feel nasi lemak is a dish everyone should try when coming to Malaysia. Malaysia is also a food heaven,” he said.
The highlight of the interactive segment saw three lucky fans invited on stage to take part in a game of guessing local dishes eaten by Lee while blindfolded.
The Korean star appeared to enjoy each dish served, including nasi lemak, roti canai, iced tea, curry puffs and the popular snack Super Ring, as he described their flavours for fans to guess.
The atmosphere turned even more lively and warm when he greeted everyone with "Selamat Hari Raya”, as the country remains in the Syawal festive period.
The versatile actor concluded the session with a special performance of the song Beautiful. - Bernama
