Park Ji-hoon Brings Boyish Charm and Depth in ‘Born as a Hero’ CITER Pictorial

Park Ji-hoon stuns in CITER pictorial.
Blending boyish charm with calm maturity.
Fans worldwide shower him with praise.

Every new appearance of Park Ji-hoon always manages to steal the spotlight, and this time is no different. His latest pictorial teaser for the prestigious Chinese magazine CITER September issue immediately drew wide attention. With the theme “Born as a Hero,” Ji-hoon blends his boyish innocence with a calmer, more mature side, creating visuals that feel both refreshing and mysterious. Not only captivating Korean audiences, his charm also resonates strongly with readers in China and other Asian countries targeted by CITER, further cementing his status as a young star with international reach.

A Pictorial That Blends Innocence with Mystery

In the released photos, Ji-hoon masterfully presents various moods. He uses light and shadow to emphasize delicate emotions, while the towel-themed cut highlights a stylish yet understated elegance. One of the most striking shots shows him wearing a paper crown while gazing straight ahead, adding a soft boyish touch that instantly brings a smile. These visuals especially captivated Chinese readers, who appreciate the combination of cuteness and charisma within a single frame.

It’s no wonder entertainment media praised Ji-hoon for showcasing deeper expressiveness compared to his previous pictorials. He successfully captured a sweet, youthful charm in a more serene and gentle setting, marking growth in his artistry as an entertainer.

As an actor, Ji-hoon began his career through JTBC’s drama Flower Crew: Joseon Marriage Agency. He then solidified his reputation with popular works such as Love Revolution, Green Spring from a Distance, Fantasy Love Story, Weak Hero Class 1 and 2, and the film The Pretty Audrey in the World. With stable acting skills and a diverse filmography, he is now regarded as one of Korea’s young actors with a strong foothold in the entertainment industry.

In addition, he has already announced his next project, the TVING original series The Cooking Soldier Becomes a Legend, which is set to premiere in 2026. Expectations are high for his upcoming work, especially since Ji-hoon is known for delivering characters with authentic emotional depth.

This teaser release quickly flooded social media with enthusiastic reactions from fans:

“first thing I saw when I woke up, ty jesus merry christmas!!”

“THIS HAS BEEN OUT FOR A WHOLE HOUR AND I DIDN’T KNOW?!!”

“that third pose ohmygod bruhhhh”

“Talented, brilliant, incredible, amazing, show stopping, spectacular, never the same, totally unique, completely not ever been done before”

“HELLOOOO EXCUSE ME SIR???? #PARKJIHOON”

“HE IS DOING THAT HAND SIGN FROM WEAK CLASS HERO!!!!”

“Park Ji-hoon making hearts skip a beat again! 😍 If only there was an app to handle all this love… 🥺💖 #CITER #ParkJihoon”

This wave of excitement shows that Ji-hoon’s charm not only enchants Korean fans but also wins the hearts of international audiences, particularly in China.

Sources: MBC Entertainment, SPOTV News, Xport News, YY Enter official account