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Taiwanese Actress Peko Lin Goes Viral for Striking Resemblance to BIGBANG's Daesung

From Liberty Times · () Chinese

Translated from Chinese, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • Taiwanese actress Peko Lin has gone viral for her striking resemblance to K-pop star Daesung of BIGBANG.
  • Fans noticed the similarity while watching her in the film "Sunshine Girls."
  • Lin herself has playfully acknowledged the comparison, even suggesting she could pass as his "lost sister."

Taiwanese actress Peko Lin is capturing attention not just for her role in the box-office hit "Sunshine Girls" but for an uncanny resemblance to K-pop idol Daesung of BIGBANG. Fans watching the film, which recently debuted on streaming platforms, have flooded social media with comments noting the striking similarity between Lin and the BIGBANG member.

Lin plays a stern prison guard in "Sunshine Girls," a character that contrasts sharply with her own lively personality. The actress shared that upon noticing the widespread comments about her resemblance to Daesung, she embraced the comparison. "If you say he is my brother, I would truly believe it!" she joked, playfully accepting the 'lost sister' moniker.

Many viewers have pointed out similarities in their eye shape, expressions when smiling, and even certain facial angles, leading to discussions online comparing the two. Some fans have declared the resemblance undeniable, while others remain unconvinced, sparking a lighthearted debate.

Beyond the viral comparison, Lin also made her mark in the film through improvisation. She revealed that the director allowed her significant creative freedom, which led to memorable ad-libbed lines, such as "There's still plum wine!" This detail highlights her contribution to the film beyond the widely discussed look-alike phenomenon.

If you say he is my brother, I would truly believe it!

โ€” Peko LinThe Taiwanese actress playfully acknowledges her resemblance to BIGBANG's Daesung.
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Originally published by Liberty Times in Chinese. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.