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The best measure of success in K-Pop used to be that you appear in a cosmetic or Soju brand commercial. For male celebrities, it was more about electronics or auto brands.
But recently we’ve seen a new, if not somewhat odd, trend emerge among some of the most successful Korean stars – appearing in outdoor brand commercials!
From Big Bang to Lee Byung Hun, Korea’s top celebrities have modeled for the world’s largest outdoor brands. Here is a list of 11 sexiest outdoor brand models in K-Pop!
But recently we’ve seen a new, if not somewhat odd, trend emerge among some of the most successful Korean stars – appearing in outdoor brand commercials!
From Big Bang to Lee Byung Hun, Korea’s top celebrities have modeled for the world’s largest outdoor brands. Here is a list of 11 sexiest outdoor brand models in K-Pop!
Kim Hyun Joong & Kang Sora
In April, it was revealed that Kim Hyun Joong and Kang Sora were named the newest duo for Center Pole, a Swiss trekking brand.
Kim Soo Hyun & miss A’s Suzy
Kim Soo Hyun and miss A’s Suzy are models for Korean outdoor brand Bean Pole. Extending on-screen relationship from “Dream High,” the two are now dubbed the “Soo-Su Couple” for their Bean Pole commercial.
T-ara
T-ara was named the main model for Swiss outdoor brand Wild Roses this year and even released a CF before the whole Hwayoung controversy.
2PM
2PM is the main model for outdoor brand Nepa. Their commercial last year was one of the funniest TV ads in recent years!
Lee Byung Hun & Oh Yun Seo
Nautica launched a new ad campaign in Korea this month and they named Lee Byung Hun and Oh Yun Seo as their main models.
Won Bin & Hyun Bin
In 2011, Won Bin became the new face of K2 after Hyun Bin enlisted in Korean military.
Gong Yoo
Following his successful role in “Big,” Gong Yoo landed a endorsement deal with outdoor clothing brand, The Door.
Lee Seung Gi & Lee Min Jung
Lee Seung Gi partnered with Lee Min Jung in 2010 to become exclusive models for Korean sportswear brand Kolon.
Lee Min Ho & YoonA
YoonA and Lee Min Ho were appointed to be exclusive models for French premium outdoor brand, Eider, in 2011 and are still representing the brand in Korea.
Big Bang & Lee Yeon Hee
Big Bang and Lee Yeon Hee were picked as U.S. brand North Face’s Korean endorsers in 2011. Their photo shoot in New Zealand last year didn’t feature Daesung because of his car accident. Lee Yeon Hee and T.O.P’s couple spread was one of the most popular outdoor photo shoots at the time.
Jo In Sung & Han Hyo Joo
Han Hyo Joo joined Jo In Sung as the main model for Korean mountain wear brand, Black Yak, this past March. Jo In Sung signed a modeling contract in 2011, shortly after his release from Korean Army.
