Merlin Entertainments Group's Madame Tussauds Hong Kong Actor Hyun Bin's New Wax Figure Unveiled with Secrets Feel the Pulse: Syncing Moments with His Heartbeat

Madame Tussauds Hong Kong, a brand under the Merlin Entertainments Group, is delighted to announce the debut of acclaimed Korean film and television superstar Hyun Bin at the attraction. This talented and charming actor will join the extensive collection of Korean celebrity wax figures in Madame Tussauds Hong Kong as the newest addition to the world's largest K-Wave zone.

Hyun Bin is known for starring in several well-loved Korean TV series like My Lovely Sam Soon and Secret Garden. Crash Landing on You stands out as his most popular work, reaching audiences across Asia as a cultural icon for Korean culture. For this role, he received several awards including a Baeksang Arts Award for Most Popular Actor and an APAN Star Award. Partnering with Madame Tussauds Hong Kong marks another milestone in his career.

Known for frequently changing his look to match his roles, Hyun Bin's wax figure portrays him in a sophisticated grey suit, right hand casually tucked into his pocket, exuding a refined and gentlemanly presence. The figure meticulously captures his deep gaze and distinctive facial features. Standing beside the Hyun Bin wax work gives you a sense of being dwarfed by the life-like figure.

With surprises prepared for fans, Hyun Bin's wax figure is placed in a Myeongdong street scene. What's even more exciting is that as visitors approach the wax figure, they can hear Hyun Bin's heartbeat getting louder. It feels just like the lifelike moments in a romantic Korean drama, bringing the story to life right in front of them. To mark the unveiling of Hyun Bin's wax figure, Madame Tussauds Hong Kong has launched a giveaway contest across its official social media platforms. Visitors are urged to reenact a romantic K-drama moment with Hyun Bin’s wax figure and share a post on their own social channels. Participants will have the chance to win a pair of round-trip tickets to South Korea, sponsored by Hong Kong Airlines. For more details, please visit Madame Tussauds Hong Kong Facebook page and Instagram.

Madame Tussauds Hong Kong x Korean Cultural Center: NEW Free Hanbok Experience

Madame Tussauds Hong Kong and the Korean Cultural Center in Hong Kong are teaming up for one year to launch a series of activities aimed at fostering cultural understanding and offering an immersive experience to remember. The lead-off activity is the free “Hanbok Experience” in September. For the first time ever in Madame Tussauds Hong Kong, guests will get the chance to step into the elegant world of traditional Korean attire - choose the perfect Hanbok and pose for unforgettable photos with your favourite K-Pop idols and actors. This is just the beginning of the exciting partnership, stay tuned for even more captivating events and activities that will transport every visitor to the heart of Korean culture.

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Wade Chang, General Manager of Merlin Entertainments Hong Kong, said, “As the world's largest collection of Korean celebrity wax figures, Madame Tussauds Hong Kong has always tried to embrace the growing popularity of Korean pop culture and enhance our position as a must-visit destination for K-Pop fans and cultural enthusiasts. Through the partnership with Korean Cultural Center, we will now also be able to bring more ever-evolving and trendy elements to visitors, and elevate their overall experience.”