By Chase Karng
The Netflix breakout star’s Xohee Loved Ones tour showcased dance, film and intimate storytelling to rapturous applause from the audience
Korean actress Han So-hee proved she’s more than just a rising drama star at her Los Angeles fan meeting on Aug. 30, delivering an evening that blended performance art, personal storytelling and directorial ambition at the historic Orpheum Theatre.
This event, part of her global Xohee Loved Ones tour, saw the My Name breakout star pushed beyond her usual acting sphere with a multi-faceted showcase that included K-pop choreography, a self-directed short film and candid audience interaction.
“I wanted to share my story not as an actress in a role, but as a person,” Han told the enthusiastic crowd, setting the tone for an evening that prioritized authenticity over spectacle.
The evening’s centerpiece was Han’s debut as a director with a five-minute short film she wrote, produced and starred in. The visually striking piece featured the actress in a flowing red dress navigating surreal landscapes, from tunnel sequences to underwater scenes, creating what fans described as a haunting artistic statement.
“The room is empty and you can’t see the fans, but you’ve always been there,” Han explained before the screening, referencing the invisible connection between artist and audience that has defined her rapid rise to international recognition.
The program also featured Han performing K-pop choreography, a departure for the actress that drew some of the evening’s loudest cheers. “Preparing the dance performance was challenging, but it was a valuable experience,” she shared, her vulnerability resonating with fans who appreciated her willingness to step outside her wheelhouse.
During an on-stage interview with Radio Seoul, Han addressed her international ambitions amid K-content’s continued global expansion. With over 17 million social media followers worldwide and starring roles in Netflix’s Gyeongseong Creature and Disney+’s Soundtrack #1, she is emerging as one of Korea’s most promising cultural ambassadors.
“I don’t have concrete plans yet, but I have a strong desire to promote Korean content widely,” Han said. “If it can be conveyed through good works and sincere acting, I think that alone would be a meaningful challenge.”
The comment comes as Korean entertainment continues its international breakthrough, with K-dramas consistently ranking among Netflix’s most-watched global content and Korean artists achieving unprecedented Western market penetration.
After the show, fans enjoyed high-touch meet-and-greets, photo opportunities and exclusive merchandise distribution, standard fan meeting elements that took on added significance given Han’s emphasis on genuine connection.
“The fans’ smiling faces left the biggest impression on me,” she reflected. “Each smile gave me great strength, and though it’s sad to part, I look forward to meeting again.”
The LA stop marked the North American leg of Han’s world tour, which continues through major Asian markets including Bangkok, Tokyo, Taipei and Hong Kong before concluding with a hometown Seoul performance on Oct. 26 at Yonsei University’s main auditorium.
Han’s trajectory from Korean television to global recognition mirrors the broader K-content boom, with her action-heavy Netflix debut My Name serving as a breakthrough moment that showcased Korean storytelling’s international appeal beyond traditional romantic dramas.
The success of the tour points to a sustained global appetite for K-drama talent in live settings, potentially opening new revenue streams and fan engagement models for Korean entertainment properties seeking global expansion.
