Ji Chang-wook Draws Large Crowds of Fans at Paris Fashion Week
- Actor Ji Chang-wook drew large crowds of local fans at Paris Fashion Week, highlighting his expanding global presence as his latest Netflix series Scandal climbs international charts.
- Ji's appearance in Paris coincided with strong streaming metrics for his recent television work.
- Set during the Joseon dynasty, Scandal centers on a high-stakes romance wager orchestrated by Lady Jo, portrayed by Son Ye-jin, and Jo Won, played by Ji Chang-wook.
Actor Ji Chang-wook drew large crowds of local fans at Paris Fashion Week, highlighting his expanding global presence as his latest Netflix series Scandal
climbs international charts. The South Korean star attended the Tom Ford show during his time in the French capital, stepping out in a classic robe coat and pausing on hotel balconies to wave at supporters gathered outside the venue.
Netflix Series Scandal Ranks Third Globally Among Non-English Shows
Ji’s appearance in Paris coincided with strong streaming metrics for his recent television work. Netflix official figures on Tudum show that the eight-part period series Scandal
reached 2.8 million views and 21.9 million hours viewed during its second week on the platform, placing it third on the global top 10 non-English TV shows list for the week ending September 30. The series debuted on September 18, and entered the top 10 charts in 18 countries including South Korea, Japan, Hong Kong, and Indonesia.
Period Romance Explores Forbidden Stakes in Joseon Era
Set during the Joseon dynasty, Scandal
centers on a high-stakes romance wager orchestrated by Lady Jo, portrayed by Son Ye-jin, and Jo Won, played by Ji Chang-wook. The character Jo Won is introduced as a romantic figure who has experienced every kind of love before engaging in a dangerous game tied to a woman named Hee-yeon, played by Nana. Additional cast members include Han Seo-hwa, Shin Yun-ha, and Kang Ji-eun, with the narrative examining hidden desires within a strictly regulated society.
International Schedule Continues With Upcoming Disney Plus Release
Following his schedule in France, Ji’s international activities continue with an ongoing tour in Japan and the upcoming release of the Disney Plus original series Merry Berry Love
on October 7, according to his agency Spring Company. The French and Asian promotional events mark a broader transition for the actor across television acting, overseas fan meetings, and major international fashion events.