Celebrities! We’ve seen them going through glow-ups and glow-downs throughout the years. And as we’ve seen with many Asian celebs, some simply defy the test of time! Today, we’re gonna be highlighting 8 Asian celebs who have aged like fine wine.
Hyun Bin (40)
Kim Tae Pyung, known by his stage name Hyun Bin, gained worldwide recognition for his breakout role in “My Name is Kim Sam-soon”. He has been nominated for many awards and various acting accolades. However, fans were stunned when they saw him in “Crash Landing on You”, as he didn’t seem to have aged since “Secret Garden”, which debuted almost 10 years prior to the 2019 hit drama. He married his co-star, Son Ye-jin, who also doesn’t seem to age – and they just welcomed their first child together.
Song Hye Kyo (41)
This woman could easily pass for someone in her 20s. She broke into the entertainment industry after winning a modelling contest when she was only 14, and rose to fame over the years with her long list of acting jobs. She has since risen to become a top Hallyu star and one of South Korea’s most internationally famous actresses. While she is known for her beauty on the outside, her beauty within is unmatched, as she is also known for her philanthropy, often making large donations and doing volunteer work for charitable causes for children and animals. It’s safe to say that her career is still thriving despite her age, as seen in her notable roles in “Descendants of the Sun” and more recently, “The Glory”.
Charmaine Sheh (47)
Since her pageant days, which were well over two decades ago, the Best Actress is still looking as FINE as ever! Regarded as one of China’s A-list actresses, Charmaine’s age has not stopped her career from flourishing, landing her roles in popular Chinese dramas like “The Legend of Xiao Chuo”. With her age defying looks, it’s no wonder that fans are obsessed with her love life, as she has always been rumoured to be dating different actors over the years. However, in a recent episode of TVB variety show Memories Beyond Horizon, she revealed that she has said “no” to many potential suiters to avoid having her mood at work affected by romantic tiffs. If there’s one thing to know about Charmaine, it’s that she has her eyes on the prize!
Jimmy Lin (48)
Known for his boyish good looks, Jimmy Lin does not look a day over 30 (he’s almost 50!). This Taiwanese singer, actor, and race car driver had his breakthrough during the release of his debut album, Not Every Love Song Has Fond Memories in 1992 at the young age of 17. Since then, he’s won many awards for hit songs and albums and has starred in many movies and series.
Anil Kapoor (66)
One of the most celebrated actors of the Indian film industry, he gained worldwide fame after his role in the Academy Award-wining film Slumdog Millionaire. He’s been cheating on age with snazzy outfits, balanced diets, trendy haircuts, and more recently… oxygen therapy? With more than 100 films to his credit, the 66-year-old has no plans to take a break from his acting, and recently produced and acted in Netflix revenge drama series, “Thar”.
Shilpa Shetty Kundra (41)
If you ever need a reason to try out yoga, just look at Shilpa Shetty Kundra. She made her debut in the 1993 film Baazigar, which garnered her nominations for two Filmfare Awards. In 2007, she joined the fifth season of the UK reality show celebrity Big Brother which led her to receive much international media coverage and attention. While she faced a lot of racism by her fellow contestants during the filming of the show, she still won in the end. And that’s some queen sh*t!
Lin Chi Ling (47)
Though she may look as if she’s still in her twenties, the 47-year-old actress, most known for her role in Red Cliff (2008), still looks so young! There has been speculation around her age over the years, but when she revealed her true age in 2017 on social media, her followers were, understandably, shook! Known as Taiwan’s number one supermodel, she is also one of the highest-paid faces in the industry. More recently, she published her self-help book, titled “Be Your Better Self”, and the proceeds will be donated to her partner foundations focusing on the needs of vulnerable children in rural Taiwan.
Lee Joon Gi (41)
It’s been 18 years since his major acting debut in “The King and the Clown”, but the only thing that has changed over the years is his hair. He’s literally ageless! He became an icon of the South Korean “pretty boy” type after his breakout role, often referred to as a “flower boy”. More recently, he made a comeback to the small screen with SBS drama Again My Life, and is set to star in Season 2 of the Arthdal Chronicles.
