Binnie & Tang Wei for Vogue

Oooh I love it when the mags pair up their models just like they do in movies. This pairing would not have been possible if it weren't for the film they did together, Late Autumn. 

Gorgeous individual shots:

I love that haughty stare of his ^^

Via Baidu's SG

Ha Ji Won: "Tang Wei Watches SG Too"

Ha Ji Won recently attended Prada's Spring/Summer 2011 Collection in Central Academy of Fine Arts in Beijing. She was the only Korean star who has been invited for the event, alongside Chinese actresses Tang Wei, Gong Li, Maggie Cheung and other stars.


Ha Ji Won said: "That day I met Tang Wei for the first time, she said she watched Secret Garden. When I said I knew Late Autumn will be released in Korea, she replied it would be in February. She was very warm, like a friend." She expressed her regret at not being able to chat with her further: "The fashion show was held in a relatively dark room, furthermore we sat separately from each other. We did meet again in the crowded elevator, but there was no time to chat about the drama or partnering with Hyun Bin and such."


Although Secret Garden has not officially aired in China, it is available through various channels (hc: such as *cough* Tudou *cough*) and has gained nationwide attention in China. She laughed and said: "I had no idea Secret Garden was so popular in China. It's similar to Korea, so I'm surprised. Compared to me, they're more obsessed  about the role." She went on: "The Chinese fans have been calling me by my name in the drama to take pictures. They would also send fruits to the hotel for me to eat when I'm tired, they have been very attentive. The shooting for the television series have been tiring, but through this visit to China, I'm very happy."

Late Autumn Trailer Unveiled

At first, from the highly stylized posters I thought it would be more of a jun ai movie, with beautiful scenery and subtle romance. But nooooo this looks so romantic!!! Best yet, because it's in English, we don't need NO subtitles (much), bwahahah! 

Nevertheless I think I'll give it some time before I watch this, I don't want to be making comparisons; the Tracksuit Pose doesn't help matters -_-" And, am I sensing a chadonam attitude? 

Before you know it I'll be fantasizing Tang Wei as a long haired Ha Ji Won. Or something. Late Autumn will be in cinemas February 17th.

Hyun Bin's character, Hoon's teaser:


Tang Wei's character, Anna's teaser: 


The trailer (don't you just love the BG music?):

Love is in the air! <3 

Love Knows No Strangers: In Preparation For Late Autumn

Gardeners, does Binnie's pose seems familiar to you?

Eh, I just (belatedly) realize something. Since this is a kmovie, does that mean that Tang Wei's lines will be subbed? Oh wait, that wouldn't be necessary since their real-life nationalities is retain for the movie. Movies of this genre and style is usually a "I won't talk much" movie, where it's mostly emotive and they'll speak English only when necessary (alas, we won't get to hear Binnie's lovely voice). This formula did work well for Japan's Waiting In The Dark, where circumstances prevent them from having the need to speak to each other (she's blind and he's a fugitive seeking shelter in her house. Without her knowing).

And since Binnie and Tang Wei obviously speak different languages, it's even more important they get along together well in order to have a great on-screen chemistry. And that's what they both did - two months prior to the shooting, they stayed in Seattle in an effort to get to know each other better. At first it was Director Kim alone who wanted to go to Seattle for the script altering, but in the end the three of them end up going together. 

After the director finishes his work in the evening, the trio would discuss the movie and their understanding on the roles. Director Kim expressed his gratitude to both of the actors, he said: "Tang Wei's a great person, and also a very good actress. On which angle the roles should take, this issue has been discussed many times, the thing I'm most grateful for is their complete trust in me. Hyun Bin did a good job in his interpretation of an unfamiliar role. He gave the role a lot of thought, some of the thoughts were far beyond the person of his age would think, I was very surprised."

Late Autumn tells the story of Anna and Hoon, from strangers to lovers. She's on parole from her seven-year prison term and he's a fugitive. Bummer, at best it will be one of those hopeful endings, where they'll meet again after both of them finish their respective prison sentence (if this was a jmovie, I can guarantee you Hoon would willingly surrender himself to the police in the end). 

Post SG: Where Are They Now

Gardeners (and perhaps the non-Gardeners), I'm sure you know WHO I mean by 'they'.
Hyun Bin Gets Invited To Two Film Festivals

The two Film Festivals are Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF) and Pusan International Film Festival (PIFF). Whenever this TIFF and PIFF is, it better not be soon 'cause I want Binnie to have some SLEEP and gain some body fat. How can fans peacefully see him off when he looks like he already did the national service?

Before its release, Late Autumn was invited to TIFF and PIFF, where it set a record for the speediest sellout for a screening. It has received glowing reviews from the media and audiences who have seen it and its release on February 17th is highly anticipated.

Hyun Bin's previous project before Secret Garden was a kmovie Come Rain, Come Shine (literal title: Love Me, Love Me Not) with Im Soo-Jung and is set for release on February 24th.

Not only that, the film is the only kmovie finalist for the Berlin International Film Festival (BIFF). Wowee, so he gets TIFF, PIFF and BIFF! Awesome. The 61st Berlin International Film Festival will take place on 10th of next month and is nominated for Best Director, Best Actor and Best Actress. 


Come Rain, Come Shine is about a couple facing a marital crisis after 5 years of marriage; the wife (Im Soo-Jung) leaves home for another man and Hyun Bin plays the role of her husband and guardian. 


Come Rain, Come Shine is directed by Lee Yoon-Ki (who's previous works include This Charming Girl, Ad Lib Night and Breakfast At Tiffany's). The film is funded by the Film Commission of Gyeonggi and is G-cinema first project. 


Meanwhile...
Ha Ji Won To Attend Prada Fashion Show 

HJW's to attend a Prada Showcase in Beijing, China. Tomorrow! 


Via Baidu