2023-11-20 22:00:03
Following ‘Cobweb’, Lim Soo-jung continues to meet the audience with ‘Single in Seoul’. Photo I Lotte Entertainment
‘Mello Queen’ Lim Soo-jeong (44) is back. It is through the romantic comedy ‘Single in Seoul’ with ‘Melo King’ Lee Dong-wook.
“When I first received the script, I thought, ‘It’s precious,’” he said. “Because the genre was so popular and it had been a long time since a romantic genre was released, I said I would do it without hesitation when I heard that actor Lee Dong-wook would be appearing. “I was excited and happy for the first time in a while while watching my own movie,” he said with a laugh.
Her new work, ‘Single in Seoul’ (directed by Beom-soo Park), tells the story of Young-ho (played by Dong-wook Lee), a power influencer who likes being alone, and Hyun-jin (played by Soo-jeong Lim), an editor-in-chief at a publishing company who hates being alone, and have a fling while writing a book regarding single life. draw In these days when non-marriage is popular, it has a relatable setting, a dreamy atmosphere, and even more than expected.
“The director was a very cheerful person, so the scene was full of laughter. He communicated exceptionally well. It was fun to fill in the gaps with the actors’ overflowing ideas while the scenario itself was already highly complete. How regarding working with Dong-wook? It was perfect. I loved every moment, really! (laughter)”
Youngho, a man who gives gifts to himself rather than to his lover, unconditionally refuses company dinners following work, and prefers time for himself, is comfortable being alone and is excited every day. On the other hand, Hyunjin, who is a no-nonsense person except when working, is always hungry for love, but always ends up making a mistake. The leader of the ‘axe soldiers’ and the ‘straight forward woman’ of the advance. That’s why she always fails to make a couple. Will the romance between polar opposites of a single man and woman turn into a couple?
‘Single in Seoul’ Lee Dong-wook and Lim Soo-jeong. Photo I Lotte Entertainment
He played the role of ‘Hyunjin’, who is a ‘golden guy’ but lovable with little dating experience, and said, “That’s why he was cute. It’s really clear and pure. “A friend who always craves love and has no hesitation in expressing his feelings,” he said. “I also tend to express my feelings without hesitation when I see someone I like. “Oh, that doesn’t mean I get excited regarding each text,” he joked.
Regarding ‘Youngho’ who shouts that ‘single is the only answer,’ he said, “It’s not the answer, and it must be frustrating for editor-in-chief Hyunjin, too.” He added, “But even if single isn’t the answer, I think it’s pretty good. “I also still enjoy the single life, and I like the freedom of being able to do whatever I want,” he sympathized.
“Fortunately, I don’t get lonely easily, so I can travel alone easily. However, my interpretation of Hyunjin seems to be someone who always wants to be by someone’s side and wants to be loved by a friend or lover. I fully understand and sympathize with that feeling. It was even better because I was able to understand the hearts, concerns, and emotions of all the singles in the work. “That sense of realism is one of the strengths of our work.”
Lim Soo-jeong was happy with her first romantic movie in a long time. Photo I Lotte Entertainment
Lim Soo-jung recently appeared on tvN’s entertainment show ‘You Quiz on the Block’ (hereinfollowing referred to as ‘You Quiz’) and garnered attention by revealing that she has been working alone without management, such as an agency, for a year. She said that on this day she was interviewed and she came by taxi to the scene.
“I was going to take my own car, but I wanted to hang out in Samcheong-dong for the first time in a while, so I took a taxi. “I heard there are a lot of pretty places here and there, so I brought sneakers,” he said, smiling brightly. When asked if there was any discomfort or anxiety, the answer was “full of discomfort.”
He said, “I didn’t set out to work alone with great intentions, but I tried to spend more personal time than work this year, so I ended up here.” He added, “I went to Cannes for my previous film ‘Cobweb’ and even participated in a variety show ahead of the release of ‘Single in Seoul.’ . “I am surprisingly able to do it on my own, but of course I want to meet good people to work with,” he confessed.
‘Cobweb’ is a work in which Lim Soo-jung reunites with director Kim Ji-woon, with whom she first met through the film ‘Pussy and Red Lotus’. In particular, this year, when ‘Cobweb’ was released, was even more meaningful as it marked the 20th anniversary of the release of ‘Boots and Red Lotus’, in which the two worked together for the first time. ‘Cobweb’ was invited to the non-competitive section of the 76th Cannes International Film Festival held in May and received rave reviews from domestic and foreign critics and media, but failed to be a box office hit in Korea following its release. It only attracted 310,000 viewers, which was far short of the break-even point.
Lim Soo-jeong said, “I was very happy because everyone loved this movie so much, both at the Cannes Film Festival and when it was previewed by domestic media. “It was good because it was a story that all creators might relate to,” he said. “In fact, I don’t think the audience score is something that the creators can do anything regarding. “It’s unfortunate, but I believe that there will come a time when I can receive more love from the public, even if it takes some time,” he expressed his honest thoughts.
He added, “They say the movie market has become very difficult, but I still believe that audiences will find good movies (in one way or another) someday, even as time passes.”
Lim Soo-jung showed great interest not only in acting but also in production. Photo I Lotte Entertainment
He also showed great interest in the production field. Lim Soo-jeong said, “Some people are asking me if I should start my own management company, but rather than that, I want to work with like-minded people in the production field. “Even if I don’t have to set up a corporation, if there is a project I want to try, I want to participate in planning and development and work on something that has artistic value, even if it’s a small-scale movie,” he explained.
“Even if I don’t write everything myself, I want to participate in the script stage and produce it together. In fact, there are several projects that we are discussing together with ideas. I have a strong desire to see and be active in the wide market. My interests have broadened, so I am taking my time and waiting to meet a good team. “I have a desire and dream to participate in various content-related areas, including acting, producing, production, and scenario planning, so I’m looking for a team that fits well in those areas.”
He said, “Aren’t female actors from Europe and Hollywood, such as Margot Robbie, stepping forward as producers these days? Overseas, female actors have started production companies and are producing, appearing in, and even producing high-quality works even if they have small budgets. That’s how some films go to film festivals and become box office successes.
In Korea, there are not many such opportunities for female actors yet, but there are often cases where male actors practice it. “If I pay attention little by little, I think I will be able to do those things in parallel within 10 or 20 years,” he hoped.
He said he wanted to show a more diverse side as an actor. “I want to show a lot of new faces that haven’t been shown before. These days, I’m more attracted to things that are natural but touching rather than things that are scary and intense. “I want to let go more and try my hand at comedy acting.”
The romantic comedy film ‘Single in Seoul’ starring Lee Dong-wook and Lim Soo-jung will be released on the 29th.
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