As a result, upcoming Korean drama "Saimdang, the Herstory" starring Lee Young-ae and Song Seung-hun, which was expected to become a hit in China, would face setbacks. By Hong Soon-do, Beijing correspondent, AsiaToday - It seems South Korean stars are getting blacklisted in China over THAAD (Terminal High Altitude Area Defense) deployment. Although it's not official, China is seemingly banning South Korean actors and entertainers from the mainland as a reprisal move. Things will definitely get tougher considering the fact that China will take aim against Hallyu after THAAD. If this is true, Lee Young-ae's hope to show off her power as original Hallyu star with 'Saimdang' will naturally fade away.

Source: Huffington Post August 08, 2016 00:45 UTC