Oppa in Their 40s: Are Handsome Men in Their 40s Still Oppa?

If they’re handsome, are men in their 40s still considered oppa? A viral video sparked a debate among high school girls about whether a man in his 40s is an “ahjussi” (uncle), “samchon” (older uncle), or “oppa” (older brother). The discussion became a hot topic as they categorized some of Korea’s top 40-something actors on the chalkboard under these three labels.

But if they’re handsome, shouldn’t they be considered oppa? That’s what I’d like to believe!

▫️Lee Jin-wook (@jinuk0916) Born on September 16, 1981 (42 years old)
▫️Lee Jun-hyuk (@leejunhyuk05) Born on March 13, 1984 (40 years old)
▫️Lee Je-hoon (@leejehoon_official) Born on July 4, 1984 (40 years old)
▫️Koo Kyo-hwan (@namooactors) Born on December 14, 1982 (41 years old)
▫️Gong Yoo (@gongyoo_official) Born on July 10, 1979 (45 years old)
▫️Joo Ji-hoon (@_jujihoon) Born on May 16, 1982 (42 years old)
▫️Lee Dong-wook (@leedongwook_official) Born on November 6, 1981 (42 years old)