Ryu Jin’s son Lim Chan Ho, once a beloved child star on MBC’s Dad! Where Are We Going?, has grown into a teenager whose looks are turning heads for their uncanny similarity to BTS’s V. A recent YouTube video featuring the father-son duo has set social media abuzz with fans marveling at his transformation.
A Relaxing Father-Son Outing
In 2014, Ryu Jin, a well-known South Korean actor, appeared on the second season of Dad! Where Are We Going? with his sons, Lim Chan Hyung and Lim Chan Ho. The show, which followed celebrity fathers and their children on trips, won hearts for its sweet moments.
Fast forward to April 2025, Ryu Jin shared a YouTube video titled A Date with Chan Ho for the First Time in 100 Years Since Dad! Where Are We Going?. In it, he and Lim Chan Ho, now 14, explore Hongdae in Seoul to find a gift for Ryu Jin’s wife ahead of Parents’ Day.
The video shows the duo shopping, taking four-cut photo booth pictures, and even playing a spontaneous basketball game. Lim Chan Ho, nearly as tall as his 186cm father, charmed viewers with his humor and confidence. When Ryu Jin teased him about taking photos with a girlfriend, Lim Chan Ho quipped:
The lighthearted exchange had fans laughing and praising his quick wit.
The BTS V Look-Alike Buzz and Fan Reactions
What caught everyone’s attention was Lim Chan Ho’s striking resemblance to BTS’s V (Kim Taehyung). His sharp features, expressive eyes, and idol-like aura sparked comparisons across platforms like theqoo and X. Netizens couldn’t stop talking about his visuals, with many noting he’s grown into his father’s good looks.
Here’s what fans said on theqoo:
Out of all the ‘looks like V’ posts, he’s the one who actually resembles him the most lol.
People said since they were little that the older brother looked like Jin and the younger one like V, and they grew up just like that lol. I mean, their dad is Ryu Jin after all.
He totally has that idol vibe—I get what people mean. Then again, his dad is super handsome too.
Wow, he really gives off that V vibe. His visual is already a 10 out of 10.
His parents are such a good-looking couple, he was already handsome even back during Dad! Where Are We Going? lol.
He’s insanely handsome, seriously… He was already super cute as a baby, but now he’s just on another level.
Some even urged Lim Chan Ho to consider a career in entertainment, with comments like:
The resemblance isn’t new. As early as 2019, netizens noticed Lim Chan Ho’s similarity to V, while his older brother, Lim Chan Hyung, was compared to BTS’s Jin. Back then, their adorable appearances on Dad! Where Are We Going? already had fans swooning.
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Who Is Lim Chan Ho?
Born in May 2010, Lim Chan Ho, also known as William Lim, is now 14 and approaching his 15th birthday. During his time on Dad! Where Are We Going?, he was just five years old (Korean age) and won over audiences with his cute personality and close bond with his father.
Even as a toddler, Lim Chan Ho stood out. His parents, Ryu Jin and his wife, were often praised for their good looks, with netizens saying:
His parents are such a good-looking couple, he was already handsome even back during Dad! Where Are We Going? lol.
Since the show, Lim Chan Ho has stayed out of the spotlight but occasionally appears on his parents’ social media. In 2018, photos shared by Ryu Jin and his wife showed a taller, more mature Lim Chan Ho, still resembling his father.
More Than Just Looks
Along with his visuals, Lim Chan Ho has shown talent and ambition. In 2019, he launched a YouTube channel called Chanbro TV, where he shared cooking videos, expressing his dream of becoming a chef. He was seen buying ingredients and preparing dishes, impressing viewers with his skills at just nine years old.
His growth isn’t just physical. In the recent YouTube video, Lim Chan Ho’s confidence and playful banter with his father highlighted his maturing personality. Whether outsmarting Ryu Jin in basketball or joking about his single status, he’s clearly comfortable in front of the camera.
A Family of Stars
Ryu Jin, born Im Yoo-jin in 1972, is a veteran actor known for roles in dramas like General Hospital and Call It Love. His charm and talent have made him a household name, and his sons seem to have inherited his charisma.
Lim Chan Hyung, the older brother, has also grown up well, with fans noting his resemblance to BTS’s Jin. Now around 17, he’s nearing the end of high school, though he keeps a lower profile compared to Lim Chan Ho.
The family’s good looks and warm dynamic continue to endear them to fans. As one netizen put it:
Growing Up in the Spotlight
Lim Chan Ho isn’t the only Dad! Where Are We Going? alum making headlines. Lee Jun Su, son of actor Lee Jong Hyuk, has also been in the news for his growth and striking visuals. The show’s young stars, once toddlers, are now teenagers, and fans are nostalgic watching them mature.
The 2014 season of Dad! Where Are We Going? featured five celebrity fathers and their kids, including Sung Dong-il, Kim Sung-joo, and Yoon Min-soo. The show’s focus on father-child bonds resonated with viewers, and clips from the series still circulate online.
What’s Next for Lim Chan Ho?
As of April 2025, Lim Chan Ho hasn’t announced plans to enter the entertainment industry, but the public’s reaction to his recent appearance suggests he’d have plenty of support if he did. His YouTube cooking videos and confident on-screen presence hint at a creative future, whether in culinary arts or media.
For now, he’s enjoying his teenage years, spending time with family, and occasionally stealing the spotlight. His resemblance to V continues to fuel discussions, with fans eagerly sharing side-by-side photos on X and other platforms.
The buzz around Lim Chan Ho shows no signs of slowing down. His latest YouTube appearance has reignited love for Dad! Where Are We Going? and sparked new admiration for the teenager who’s growing up to be as charming as his father—and maybe even a bit like BTS’s V.
CREDITS: theqoo, Sports Donga
