EXO's Suho, known for his third-generation idol status, made a recent appearance at the airport on October 24, 2023, it wasn't his celebrity status that took center stage but rather his uncanny resemblance to a beloved character from an iconic 2002 K-Drama.

The K-Pop sensation, who's no stranger to turning heads with his fashion choices, left fans and netizens in awe as he channeled the spirit of Bae Yong Jun, the male lead from "Winter Sonata."

A Blast from the Past 

Suho's airport attire was simple yet striking. He sported a black turtleneck and donned a pair of glasses that instantly transformed his look. But it was his choice of outerwear that sent fans down memory lane - a puffer jacket layered over a denim shirt.

The denim-on-denim ensemble, paired with the black turtleneck, carried an unmistakable aura of 2000s fashion nostalgia.Suho's hair, cut in a near-shoulder-length style with loose waves, was another element that contributed to his retro transformation.

The combination of these fashion choices was so reminiscent of the early 2000s that it sent ripples of nostalgia among onlookers and fans alike.

However, the real surprise lay in the uncanny resemblance between Suho and Bae Yong Jun, the heartthrob of "Winter Sonata."

This classic K-Drama, which aired in 2002, had captured the hearts of viewers across Asia, making Bae Yong Jun a beloved figure and earning him the endearing nickname "Yonsama" among Japanese fans.

The striking similarity between Suho and Bae Yong Jun did not go unnoticed by fans, who were quick to express their amazement.

In a delightful twist, fans took to Photoshop to superimpose Suho into the poster of "Winter Sonata," creating a seamless and uncanny fit.

What makes this resemblance even more fascinating is the age factor. Suho, at 32 years old, is older than Bae Yong Jun was when he filmed "Winter Sonata" at the age of 30.

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The fact that Suho not only managed to embody the character but also looked strikingly similar to the iconic lead from a drama that played a pivotal role in making Korean dramas popular across Asia is a testament to the enduring influence of these cultural phenomena.

Social media, as it often does, erupted with reactions from netizens who couldn't contain their amusement.

Netizens' comments:

• "As soon as I saw the photo, I burst out laughing LOOOOOL."
• "Suhosama."
• "Why is this real?"
• "I thought that people were trolling, but it was for real. Insane."
• "Seems like he gained weight."
• "No, but I was surprised because he really looks like Yonsama, LOL."

 Suho's fashion homage to the 2000s and his unexpected transformation into "Yonsama" provide a delightful bridge between the past and present, reminding us of the lasting impact of classic K-Dramas on pop culture and style.

Suho's airport fashion statement goes to show that sometimes, the most unexpected and delightful surprises come in the form of a throwback to the classics.

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