Won Bin has been on a long hiatus since starring in the 2010 hit film The man who came from nowhere. Now scoring 16 years without a single acting rolehe has largely disappeared from public view, aside from occasional commercial appearances. Despite this, his name remains a frequent topic of discussion, underscoring his enduring star power.
Most recently, updates on Won Bin came via his wife, actress Lee Na-young. On January 26, Lee attended the press conference for ENA’s new drama Honormarking his return to television after three years. As expected, questions about Won Bin followed.
When asked if her husband supported her return, Lee said yes. “We read the script together and liked it,” she said, adding that as a fellow actor, Won Bin understood the challenges she faced and encouraged her with words like “Be strong” AND “It must be difficult.”
Further glimpses into Won Bin’s life emerged through his nephew Han Ga-eul, who appeared on actor Lee Si-eon’s YouTube channel Sian’s school last December. When webtoon artist Kian84 casually asked if Won Bin was doing well, Han nodded with a smile, sparking surprise from the cast when it was revealed that Won Bin was his uncle.
Broadcaster Shin Dong-yup also added to the conversation, sharing on his YouTube channel Zzanbro Shin Dong-yes who had recently run into Won Bin in person. Shin remarked that Won Bin was “incredibly beautiful”, noting her small face and unchanged images, saying she looked even more striking than ever.
Through these second-hand accounts, Won Bin continues to capture attention without making public appearances. While fans still hope for a return, a growing number have begun to accept that his return as an actor may never come.
As of 2026, Won Bin remains active in the world of advertising. It surpassed the commercial filmed last May for the lifestyle platform Ajungdang 28 million viewsproving that his influence has not faded at all.
Sources: Nate
