Heo Nam-jun and ATEEZ's San Draw Attention as the New 'Northern Grand Duke' Visual Type

Actor Heo Nam-jun and ATEEZ's San are drawing attention as a new type of handsome man, being called the 'Northern Grand Duke' type characterized by strong masculinity. Recently, reactions calling the two a 'next-generation visual duo' have been flowing through online communities and SNS.

Until now, the typical handsome types in the entertainment industry were dominated by the 'Flower Scholar' style with model-like physiques and delicate features, the 'Tofu-type' with pure and soft charms, and the 'Arab-type' boasting distinct features. Recently, there is an atmosphere where visuals with strong impressions reminiscent of northern warriors are being mentioned as a separate type.

Heo Nam-jun and San Mentioned as a 'Next-Generation Visual Duo'

The modifier fans have attached to Heo Nam-jun and San is 'Northern Grand Duke.' This expression originates from the cold and powerful ruler characters depicted in romance fantasy genres such as webtoons or web novels, who rule over harsh environments.

The reason the two are called by this modifier together is not simply because of their sharp eyes. Evaluations suggest that their long, thin monolids and intense impressions create a charm different from existing handsome types. Netizens are responding to their similar charms by comparing Heo Nam-jun to the 'actor version of San' and San to the 'idol version of Heo Nam-jun.'

A Strong Impression Different from the Arab-type and Tofu-type

Over the past few years, handsome types in the entertainment industry were often divided into the 'Arab-type' with distinct features and the 'Tofu-type' with soft charms. Representative stars of the Arab-type included Cha Eun-woo and BTS's Jung Kook, while Byeon Woo-seok was mentioned as a representative of the Tofu-type.

Unlike these standardized images, Heo Nam-jun and San are gaining attention for their rougher and stronger atmosphere. As their beast-like charm takes center stage over the image of a soft handsome man, their visuals are being discussed together.

Heo Nam-jun, Following 'Wonderful New World' with 'Whale Star'

Actor Heo Nam-jun is on the rise, taking 1st place in the Rising Star Brand Reputation through the drama 'Wonderful New World.' He is scheduled to continue his activities by playing the role of independence activist Song Hae-su in the tvN drama 'Whale Star,' which is set to air in 2027.

San is also at the center of this new 'Northern Grand Duke' modifier, showing unrivaled visuals as a member of Ateez. The key point is that the two are being mentioned simultaneously online with a different texture from the existing flower boy images.