In the drama 'a memory of bangkok,', Actor Lee Dong-wook shares updates from his shoot amidst the Bangkok sunset, expressing gratitude to his staff

Actor Lee Dong-wook shared an update from his current filming location in Bangkok, Thailand, expressing his gratitude to the local production crew.

On the 8th, Lee posted several photos on his official Instagram account, set against the backdrop of Bangkok streets bathed in the sunset. In the photos, Lee is seen standing in the heart of the city wearing a black short-sleeved T-shirt and cargo pants. He captured relaxed moments, staring directly into the camera or looking back amidst the Bangkok scenery where the twilight sky blends with the city buildings.

"Thank you to the Thai staff for always helping with a smile"

Along with the post, Lee left a message for the local crew. Accompanied by the phrase "a memory of bangkok," he wrote, "Thank you so much to the Thai staff for always helping so hard with a smile. Let's meet again in good health." He expressed his gratitude to the production team he worked with on set and looked forward to a future reunion.

Lee is currently focusing on filming for the Disney+ original series 'A Shop for Killers Season 2,' in which he plays the role of Jeong Jin-man. This filming in Thailand is also part of his activities for the project.

From his 1999 modeling debut to the Grim Reaper in 'Guardian: The Lonely and Great God'

Lee Dong-wook's entry into the entertainment industry dates back to 1999. He debuted after winning the grand prize at the V-NESS exclusive model selection contest. Starting his acting career that same year with the single drama 'Best Theater - There is a World Beyond the Road,' he built recognition through appearances in the dramas 'School 2' and 'School 3.'

Landing his first leading role in the 2005 drama 'My Girl' was a significant milestone in his career. This work helped him establish himself as a Hallyu star, gaining popularity across Asia. In 2006, he took on his first leading role on the big screen in the film 'Arang.'

In the 2008 drama 'Sweet Life,' he played the mysterious character Lee Jun-su, and his 2011 drama 'Scent of a Woman,' which served as his comeback project after military service, received positive responses both domestically and internationally. Following the 2015 drama 'Bubblegum,' he played the Grim Reaper in the 2016 drama 'Guardian: The Lonely and Great God.' At the time, he received critical acclaim for his dedicated approach to researching the character's speech and mannerisms.

Proven acting skills through awards and social contribution activities

His list of awards is also consistent. He received several awards at domestic and international ceremonies in 2011, the Best Supporting Actor award at the 2017 Drama Fever Awards, the Male Actor award at the 2020 Korea First Brand Awards, and the 1st Prize at the 2021 I-MAGAZINE FASHION FACE AWARDS. Recently, following the 2024 Brand Customer Loyalty Awards for Male Actor (OTT), he received the 2025 Subway Subpick Veteran Popular Star Award.

Beyond acting, he continues his social contribution activities. He has participated in cancer prevention campaigns, UNICEF-related donations, and polar bear protection projects, and helps the underprivileged in various ways, such as donating cherished items and donating his voice.