Like fine wine and your favorite pair of jeans, some things get better with age.
And it seems like only yesterday when these Asian men in movies and TV series were strapping young lads commanding our attention with their good looks and amazing talent. Today, decades later, they're still at it--and finer than ever.
GMANetwork.com took inventory of these hottest seasoned Asian idols over 40 who keeps getting better. Want to know who they are? Check out this gallery.
Taiwanese actor, model, and singer Jerry Yan rose to fame as Dao Ming Si in the Taiwanese drama 'Meteor Garden,' an adaptation of the Japanese manga. In 2020, he went viral on social media after a screenshot for his drama 'Count On Your Stars' saw the actor in a bathtub baring his six-pack abs.
Korean actor So Ji-sub originally made his debut as a jeans model. He then transitioned to becoming an actor when he starred in the 1996 Korean series 'Three Guys and Three Girls.' In 2015, this K-drama actor made fans melt after showing off his abs in the television series 'Oh My Venus,' where he played the role of Kim Young-ho, a personal trainer to Hollywood stars.
Cha Seung-won initially began his career as an in-demand fashion model in the 1990s. He then achieved stardom by starring in a range of films that proved his versatility as an actor. In 2012, Cha Seung-won went topless and suited up for the cover of 'L'Officiel Hommes' Korea, and let's say that we haven't forgotten the cover ever since.
Considered one of the top South Korean stars, Joo Woo-sung started his career as a fashion model before rising to stardom and teenage cult-figure status with the gangster movie 'Beat.' From the photo above, who would ever think that this K-drama actor will soon be turning 50 in three years?
'Mr. Sunshine' actor Lee Byung-hun has consistently received critical acclaim for his work in a wide range of genres in both the movie and TV industry throughout his career as an actor. In the United States, he is known for portraying Storm Shadow in the 'G.I. Joe' series and playing a role alongside Bruce Willis in 'Red 2.' But aside from his many accolades, Lee Byung-hun is also known for his six-pack abs that he consistently maintains through rigorous training and exercise.
Joo Jin-mo is best known for his leading roles in films, including '200 Pounds Beauty' and 'A Frozen Flower.' But who would ever think that this 46-year-old actor in 'Empress Ki' has abs to kill as well? Look at him casually, flaunting his amazing physique as he endorses an undergarment.
We all fell in love with Kwon Sang-woo when he played Cha Song-joo in 'Stairway to Heaven.' It's sporadic to see Kwon Sang-woo topless. That's why we were all unprepared when he flaunted his muscular back in the 2013 series 'Queen of Ambition.' Let's say he still got it.
'Autumn in My Heart' actor Song Seung-heon began his career as a model for the jeans brand STORM. He also acted in several other television dramas that cemented his status as a Hallyu star. While it's uncommon for him to go topless as he is seen acting in more mature roles, we're sure that the six-pack abs and biceps are still intact, thanks to his active lifestyle.
Jang Hyuk is a South Korean actor and rapper most notably known for his films in the early 2000s. In 2015, he starred in the period drama 'Shine or Go Crazy' that made fans go loco after revealing his chiseled abs in one of the scenes. According to reports, the actor didn't eat before filming the scene to present his body for viewers.
Another one of those hot Korean stars who could melt any girl's heart is K-drama actor Won Bin. He first rose to fame in the early 2000s with the TV series 'Autumn in My Heart.' Although he hasn't done any acting projects since the 2010s, many entertainers in South Korea continue to see Won Bin as one of the best examples of a good looking man and we couldn't agree more.
Taiwanese-American actor Vanness Wu rose to fame in the height of the 'Meteor Garden' craze alongside actors Jerry Yan, Vic Chou, and Ken Chu. Vanness is now a judge in popular TV shows, including 'Asia's Got Talent' and 'Street Dance of China.'