Kim Soo Hyun’s ‘My Love from the Star’ makes international comeback amid Kim Sae Ron controversy

Kim Soo Hyun’s ‘My Love from the Star’ makes international comeback amid Kim Sae Ron controversy

Kim Soo Hyun’s timeless K-drama My Love from the Star is seeing a significant resurgence internationally, debuting in Brazil and re-airing in Taiwan. This global revival comes at a time when the late Kim Sae Ron’s dating scandal has reignited public interest in the star and his past projects.

The series, originally aired in 2013, is now making its South American debut on Brazil’s major commercial broadcaster SBT. Starting June 9, the show will be part of the network’s newly launched Asian content programming block. This marks the first time the show will be broadcast in Brazil, over a decade after its original release in South Korea. According to SBT, the decision was driven by a sharp increase in demand for Korean pop culture content among Brazilian audiences. Fans have already taken to social media to express their excitement, setting the stage for a successful international comeback.

Simultaneously, Taiwan’s Korea Entertainment TV is set to re-air the series, further fueling the global momentum. The re-broadcast has sparked fresh conversations around Kim Soo Hyun’s international popularity, especially as he deals with delays in current projects like Knock-Off. Many fans see this renewed spotlight as an opportunity for the actor to reinvigorate his overseas career and public image.

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The show follows the story of Do Min Joon (played by Kim Soo Hyun), an alien who has lived on Earth for 400 years, and his unexpected romance with top actress Cheon Song Yi (played by Jun Ji Hyun). The fantasy-romance-suspense blend made the drama a global sensation upon its release, and it continues to attract new viewers even today.

Despite ongoing legal controversies surrounding Kim Sae Ron’s family, Kim Soo Hyun’s loyal fanbase remains undeterred. As My Love from the Star re-enters the global spotlight, it underscores the drama’s enduring legacy and Kim Soo Hyun’s status as a pan-Asian icon.