Actor Ahn Hyo-seop attracted fans’ attention by sharing behind-the-scenes stories of Netflix’s global mega-hit animated film ‘KPop Demon Hunters’ (hereafter referred to as Kdehun).
‘Kdehun’ caused a global syndrome immediately after its release, surpassing 266 million cumulative views and setting a record as Netflix’s most viewed content ever. Ahn Hyo-seop played the role of Jin-woo, the leader of the K-POP idol group ‘Lion Boys’ in the film, handling English lines and vocals himself. He captivated worldwide viewers with his uniquely sweet voice, enhancing the charm of Korean lines, receiving high praise from global audiences.
Recently, at a digital content photo shoot with Vogue Korea and a global luxury perfume brand, Ahn Hyo-seop showcased his unique sophisticated visuals and diverse charm. In the released interview video, he shared behind-the-scenes stories of working on ‘Kdehun,’ offering special enjoyment to fans. He highlighted the scene where “Duffy visits Lumi and repositions a fallen pot” as memorable, emphasizing the warm message conveyed by the character. He also shared a behind-the-scenes story where a Korean line “I’m sorry” unexpectedly slipped out during a bathhouse action scene, which was humorously retained in the film.
Ahn Hyo-seop also showcased his presence through local promotional activities beyond the film. On the 23rd, at the fan meeting ‘I WANT TO SAY (Love, Jakarta)’ held in Jakarta, Indonesia, about 4,000 local fans gathered, creating a festive atmosphere. He presented a stage with about 10 songs, starting with the OST ‘I Think It’s Love’ from the drama ‘Business Proposal,’ and moved the audience by singing the hit song ‘Monochrome’ by Indonesia’s national singer Tulus. Particularly, he recreated scenes of Jin-woo from ‘Kdehun,’ earning reactions as if ‘Jin-woo’s reincarnation’ occurred.
The next day, he appeared on the 35th-anniversary special program of Indonesia’s SCTV, achieving a highest rating of 17.8%, creating a buzz. The live broadcast through SCTV’s OTT platform saw 100,000 concurrent connections, confirming his global influence. At the press conference, he expressed heartfelt appreciation by saying, “I was deeply moved by the bright and positive appearance of the fans” and “I want to repay with good works and activities in the future.”
Ahn Hyo-seop emphasized the meaning of cross-border exchange and solidarity by mentioning the message “We Are One.” He also officially announced his plans to participate in a large-scale charity event in Indonesia in 2026, receiving praise from local media. This move solidified his position as an actor who possesses acting and musical talents revealed through ‘Kdehun’ along with global communication ability.
Currently, in the midst of filming his next work ‘Sold Out Again Today,’ Ahn Hyo-seop made a surprise appearance on the U.S. ABC broadcast ‘Good Morning America,’ continuing his global love call. Having proven new possibilities as an actor starting with ‘Kdehun,’ he is expected to actively lead the spread of the Korean Wave in the future.
