South Korean actor Lee Joon-Gi plays the lead character of 4th Prince Wang So in SBS's 'Scarlet Heart: Ryeo.' (Photo : YouTube/Best 2016 Drama Korea)
Lee Joon-Gi sent out a thank you message to the fans after he reached 1 million followers on Instagram. The 34-year-old Hallyu star has been followed by more than 600,000 users since the SBS historical drama "Scarlet Heart: Ryeo" premiered on Aug. 29.
On Oct. 5, Wednesday, Lee took to Instagram and expressed gratitude toward his fans by saying "1M Thanks & Love." He also posted a still image of him with his "Scarlet Heart: Ryeo" co-stars. The said photograph is apparently from a scene where the 10th Prince Wang Eun (EXO's Baekhyun) and Park Soon-Duk (Z.Hera) tied the wedding knot.
A photo posted by 배우 이준기 a.k.a Actor JG !李準基 (@actor_jg) on Oct 4, 2016 at 9:44pm PDT
Lee has been enjoying tremendous popularity both at home and abroad for his dynamic portrayal of an aloof and reserved 4th prince, Wang So, who is known for his keen deduction and cruelty. Hence, Lee's management Namoo Actors recently talked about the Hallyu star's growing fame in a press released statement.
It is said that many middle school and high school students are showing their fan love for the "Scholar Who Walks the Night" actor by sending fan letters and more. The entertainment label then revealed the reason why the "Arang and the Magistrate" actor is active on social media.
They revealed that Lee uses social media platforms to keep in touch with his fans. He apparently wants them to be updated on his upcoming projects and promotions, as well as giving them details of his daily lives.
"The reason that Lee Joon Gi uses social media is only to communicate with his fans," Namoo Actors said in a statement obtained by Soompi. "He most enjoys doing things with his fans. We're trying to create opportunities for him to spend time with his fans, as he has asked for."
Meanwhile, Lee recently teased some exciting details about what viewers should look out for from his character in "Scarlet Heart: Ryeo." In a statement obtained by The Kpop Herald, he stated that Wang So will say goodbye to his reluctant and introverted side and will now show a more confident and stronger character.
"From being the most neglected prince, Wang So suddenly becomes the center of attention," Lee stressed. "He will tackle betrayal, jealousy, romance and more so keep watching!"
Check out the preview for "Scarlet Heart: Ryeo" episode 14 below:
