Yoo Seung Ho Opens Up About His Villain Role In “Flex X Cop 2,” His First Photo Exhibition, And More

Yoo Seung Ho recently joined Cosmopolitan Korea for a pictorial and interview!

In the interview that followed the photo shoot, Yoo Seung Ho remarked, “I really like the vibe captured today. At first glance, it might look dark or profound, but I feel like that comes across in a good way. The bright and energetic sides [of myself] are good, too, but I also have a desire to show a heavier, more reserved side of myself.”

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Yoo Seung Ho, who recently pulled off his first villain role in 14 years as Yoo Sung Won in the drama “Flex x Cop 2,” also shared his thoughts on the character. He said, “For this project, I created a lot together with the director starting from my initial approach [to the role]. For example, Yoo Sung Won is a character who has a strange fascination with corpses, so we worked on how to express that, along with how he treats the people around him almost like objects and looks down on them. Actually, I wanted to create recurring habits or behaviors [for the character] that could be seen throughout the drama, but there weren’t many scenes in which viewers got to see Sung Won. I thought it would be difficult to make those traits recognizable, so there were things I boldly left out.”

The actor also spoke about the special meaning the project holds for him, saying, “I definitely think that being able to show various sides of myself as an actor is wonderful and something I’m grateful for. I think there’s a wide variety of reasons behind the good or evil that any character possesses, and the last time I explored that kind of diversity through acting was probably ‘I Miss You.’ That’s why I agreed to do ‘Flex x Cop 2’ before I had even finished reading the entire script. I think this project could give me the opportunity to take on good and evil roles, and even characters with ways of thinking I myself had never considered before.”

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Starting on October 3, Yoo Seung Ho will hold his first film photography exhibition, “BLUE HOUR.” While he has so far shown audiences what he looks like in front of the camera as an actor, this exhibition will allow him to share his perspective as a photographer from behind the camera.

Sharing this thoughts on preparing for the exhibition, Yoo Seung Ho said with a laugh, “Even if people don’t praise me by saying I took really great photos, I wouldn’t want to hear them say, ‘These photos are really bad.’ Of course, I should naturally accept criticism about my shortcomings, but even so, I’m doing my best to make sure everyone can enjoy the photo exhibition.”

The upcoming exhibition will feature photos from Yoo Seung Ho’s trips to the United States and Mongolia. When asked what kind of photos he would like to take in the future, he said, “What I realized after visiting Mongolia was that I want to travel much more in the future. I especially enjoyed capturing everyday life and people in other countries. While preparing for this exhibition, there were also ways in which my approach to taking photos and my attitude toward photography changed. If I apply those things when taking photos, I expect that I’ll be able to create more interesting photographs in the future.”

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Regarding how he has changed as a photographer, he said, “The CEO who is organizing this exhibition told me to photograph the same subject multiple times. I remembered what he said and tried it, and I realized that every photo had a completely different feel. Another change I noticed this time was that I started varying the eye level from which I photograph my subjects. Before, I mostly photographed from above looking down, but I learned that sitting down and making eye contact with the subject can create an interestingly different feeling.”

Finally, when asked about a side of himself he has yet to encounter and is therefore curious about, he replied, “If I get the opportunity, I’d like to once again immerse myself completely in a project and meet the version of myself who acts with fierce intensity as that character.”

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Yoo Seung Ho’s full pictorial and interview can be found in the October issue of Cosmopolitan Korea.

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Bae Hyeon Seong Opens Up About Attending TIFF With “Paradise Lost,” His Thoughts On Being A Good Actor, And More

Bae Hyeon Seong has joined Cosmopolitan Korea for a pictorial and interview!

During the photo shoot, Bae Hyeon Seong immersed himself in the shoot despite arriving on set after wrapping up filming for another project in the early morning and getting only about two hours of sleep. In the interview that followed the photo shoot, he said, “Everyone on set made things so enjoyable that it actually gave me more energy.”

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Bae Hyeon Seong recently visited the Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF) for the first time with his upcoming film “Paradise Lost.” At the time of the interview, which took place before TIFF, he shared his thoughts on the upcoming international film festival attendance with his first leading film, saying, “It still doesn’t feel real. I think I’ll start feeling nervous and excited once I get off the plane. I’m also curious because it will be my first time seeing the completed film. I’ll be seeing it on a big screen for the first time, so I’m excited but also nervous.”

Unlike the bright and gentle image he has shown in previous projects, Bae Hyeon Seong is set to undergo another transformation in “Paradise Lost” as Sun Woo, a character whose true intentions are difficult to discern. When told that Sun Woo could be the first impression overseas audiences have of him, Bae Hyeon Seong replied, “I think it would be interesting if they watched the movie and thought, ‘Who is that scary and unsettling guy?’ and then looked me up, watched another drama and thought, ‘Oh, he can act like this, too?’”

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With the upcoming release of “Paradise Lost” followed by “The Substitute” (literal translation), he is also scheduled to continue filming a new project through the end of the year. Regarding his busy schedule, he said, “I still find it fun and happy to stay busy. There are times when I get tired, but after doing a photo shoot and receiving a good response, I recharge my energy and can head to the next set. I’m really happy that I am able to keep working steadily every year.”

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Finally, when asked whether he considers himself a “good actor,” Bae Hyeon Seong remarked, “I think the Bae Hyeon Seong from eight years ago, when I was filming my debut project, would look at me now and think I’m a good actor.”

However, regarding his current self, he answered, “I think I’m still closer to being an actor who works hard and tries to do well. The phrase ‘good actor’ can mean someone who is skilled at acting, but it can also mean someone who is a good person. If you include that meaning as well, I think I’m a good actor.”

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Bae Hyeon Seong’s full pictorial and interview can be found in the October issue of Cosmopolitan Korea. His upcoming film “Paradise Lost” is set to hit theaters on October 21.

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aespa’s Winter Talks About Tackling Her Fear Of Trying New Things, Her Upcoming Solo Stage, And More

aespa’s Winter recently sat down with Cosmopolitan Korea for a pictorial and interview!

The photo shoot was in collaboration with the fashion brand Polo Ralph Lauren, for which Winter is an ambassador. Despite the hot weather, Winter flawlessly pulled off Polo Ralph Lauren’s fall/winter looks.

She remarked, “I don’t tend to feel the heat much, so today’s shoot wasn’t too difficult!” She continued, “I’m gradually getting used to being busy because I have so many scheduled events. Ideally, it would be best if I could focus on just one thing a year, but since I’m working on multiple projects simultaneously, I’m putting a lot of effort into managing my energy. Even so, whenever there’s something I want to do, I tend to speak up about it. I try not to overlook even the smallest things.”

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Winter, who always strives to show a new side of herself even amidst a busy schedule, explained, “I’m actually really easily scared, you know? I’m also afraid of taking on challenges. So my thought process goes, ‘I’m so scared of trying something new,’ ‘No, everyone else does it too!’ ‘You have to do it, Min Jeong!’ and, ‘Why are you the only one so scared of this?’”

She continued, “One day, when I looked back at the things I’ve done, I realized that I had actually tried more new things than other people. But the truth is, I’m naturally full of fear and worry when it comes to taking on new challenges!”

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Winter also offered a hint about the solo stage she has prepared for aespa’s ongoing tour. She remarked, “I’ve performed new songs as solo stages at concerts about three times so far, and the order was song, dance, song. So I thought this time it was time for dance. I really wanted to dance too. “

She continued, “No one at the company picked this song as their first choice, but I was really drawn to it, so I ended up doing it. It’s also a genre I’ve never tried before. Come to think of it, it’s similar to today’s pictorial concept! It’s a dance track with a Western vibe.”

When asked if she feels free these days, Winter commented, “I think it depends on how you look at it. If I think I’m under pressure, I’ll feel endlessly constrained, but if I think I can do it, I become endlessly free. Given the nature of my job, I also get to enjoy many things that other people can’t. So rather than longing to be free, I don’t want to lose the mindset I have right now that ‘I can do anything.’”

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Lim Ji Yeon Reflects On “My Royal Nemesis,” What She’s Been Up To Since Its Conclusion, And More

Lim Ji Yeon recently sat down with Cosmopolitan Korea to discuss her recent drama “My Royal Nemesis.”

“My Royal Nemesis” is a romantic comedy starring Lim Ji Yeon as Shin Seo Ri, a struggling actress who is suddenly possessed by the spirit of a notorious villainess from the Joseon era.

Lim Ji Yeon shared an update on what she had been up to since the conclusion of “My Royal Nemesis.” She commented, “I haven’t been doing anything special. I’ve just been taking a good rest. I’ve been working out and meeting a lot of people. I think I was able to send off Seo Ri with a smile.”

She added, “I think I’ve finally learned how to let go of my characters in my own way. Even after the drama ended, I had many opportunities to meet with the ‘My Royal Nemesis’ team, so we spent time laughing and having fun together. I’ve come to realize that once you’ve given a role your all without any regrets, you can say goodbye to it wholeheartedly without feeling sad.”

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“My Royal Nemesis” received immense love from viewers both in Korea and abroad, thanks to Lim Ji Yeon’s strong presence, polished comedic acting, and excellent emotional performances. Lim Ji Yeon, who received rave reviews for her comedic acting, opened up about taking on comedy for the first time. She shared, “The character itself was charming, and thankfully, the script left me no choice but to have fun with it.”

She continued, “That doesn’t mean I went into the set thinking that I had to make a fool of myself. Over-the-top antics don’t automatically make something funny when there’s no need for them. You simply work hard toward your goal in a way that fits the character and the situation. And I think that when you’re acting, you just have to let go of yourself. When I put Lim Ji Yeon aside and step into the character of Shin Seo Ri, viewers see me as Seo Ri in that moment.”

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Speaking about the experience she has accumulated as an actress through numerous projects, Lim Ji Yeon said, “I’ve learned how to control my emotions, and I’m still studying how to do it better.”

She continued, “Being an actor is a profession that naturally requires you to expend a lot of emotion, so I think it’s inevitable that you can become sensitive. During this break, I cut back on weight training and focused on low-impact exercises, partly for that reason. I also started meditating, and training myself to closely observe my body and mind while focusing on my breathing has been very helpful. I’m currently figuring out how I can maintain this routine when I’m filming.”

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Lim Ji Yeon’s full pictorial and interview can be found in the September issue of Cosmopolitan Korea.

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Park Eun Bin Dishes On Her New Drama “The WONDERfools”

Park Eun Bin recently sat down with Cosmopolitan Korea magazine to discuss her new Netflix series “The WONDERfools.”

“The WONDERfools” is a superhero action comedy set in 1999, a time when apocalyptic beliefs were rampant. It follows a group of neighborhood misfits who unexpectedly gain superpowers and fight against villains threatening the peace of Haeseong City.

In the interview following the shoot, Park Eun Bin shared, “Since I’m someone who is mainly seen through video, I often feel awkward seeing myself in photos. At times like that, I find it easier to approach the shoot by channeling a character. Today, I brought out Chae Ni’s quirky side for the shoot.”

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Speaking about Eun Chae Ni, her character in “The WONDERfools,” Park Eun Bin remarked, “In a nutshell, you could describe Chae Ni as a kid who can’t travel because of a heart condition, but I ultimately thought that these characters possess qualities that can represent many different people.”

Revealing her affection for the drama, she continued, “I loved the message that these characters aren’t nobodies—they simply haven’t accomplished anything yet, but they are still people living meaningful lives in their own ways. Even if not many people recognize that they saved the world, the fact that they accomplished it themselves, and that they acknowledge one another for it, was a great comfort to me.”

Actress Park Eun Bin, who has courageously challenged herself with a wide variety of roles, commented, “When I was younger, change felt unstable to me, but now I think you can only move forward if you change. I believe that as we change, our gears gradually align with one another. Playing a variety of characters has now become something enjoyable because I discover sides of myself I never knew existed. Thankfully, the projects I personally felt drawn to up until now have also been loved by viewers and fans. I’m grateful that the path I believed was right turned out to be one that others recognized as well.”

When asked what “The WONDERfools” and Eun Chae Ni mean to her, she replied, “I think people who loved Song Ji Won from the drama ‘Age of Youth‘ will also love this character. Of course, the story and genre are different, but there are similarities between the two. I hope Chae Ni can fill the longing people may still have for Ji Won.”

Park Eun Bin’s full pictorial and interview can be found in the June issue of Cosmopolitan Korea.

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Cha Hak Yeon And Kim Hyang Gi Talk About Their Drama “Absolute Value Of Romance,” Similarities To Their Characters, And More

The two leads of “Absolute Value of Romance” recently participated in a photo shoot with the fashion magazine Cosmopolitan Korea!

“Absolute Value of Romance” is a drama about high school student Yeo Ui Ju (Kim Hyang Gi), who writes romance novels featuring handsome teachers as the main characters. She encounters the teachers—Ga Woo Su (Cha Hak Yeon), Noh Da Ju (Kim Jae Hyun), Jung Gi Jeon (Sohn Jeong Hyuck), Yoon Dong Ju (Kim Dong Gyu)—in real life in unexpected moments and becomes the central figure in a turbulent school life.

Talking about the drama, Cha Hak Yeon said, “It’s a series where the characters’ youth and growth are clearly portrayed. Watching Woo Su grow because of Eui Ju was something I could genuinely relate to, and when filming the final class scene, I actually felt very emotional.”

Kim Hyang Gi shared, “It’s a project that delivers its message in a simple and natural way. So when you watch it, you’ll be able to relate to it and find it funny.”

On how similar they are to their characters, Cha Hak Yeon said, “When I first met Woo Su, I thought we had nothing in common. His personality and way of speaking are very cold. But if there is one similarity, it’s that we both have strong ‘T’ (“Thinking” personality in MBTI) tendencies. Other than that, we’re quite different, so getting to know Woo Su was actually interesting.”

Kim Hyang Gi added, “Our similarity is having a passionate love for something and the desire to achieve a dream. Just like Eui Ju works toward her dream of becoming a writer, I was deeply immersed in acting during my school years, and that period lasted quite a long time. I tried to draw from that experience.”

They also talked about their most memorable scenes. Kim Hyang Gi said, “There’s a scene early on where the teachers are introduced for the first time. When news spreads that young, handsome male teachers have been assigned to the school, the students all rush into the staff room—that scene really captures the overall atmosphere of our series, so it left a strong impression on me.”

Cha Hak Yeon shared, “In the drama, Woo Su is a completely guarded and perfectionist teacher. He builds his own walls and doesn’t let anyone inside. But there’s a scene where this almost perfect character completely breaks down. He faints over something as trivial as pigeon droppings. At the time, I was lying there with my eyes closed, and Hyang Gi’s acting was so lively and expressive. Eventually, I reached the point where just hearing her breathing would make me burst out laughing. I think we had to reshoot that scene more than 10 times.”

“Absolute Value of Romance” airs every Friday at 8 p.m. KST on Coupang Play. Cha Hak Yeon and Kim Hyang Gi’s full pictorial and interview can be found in the May issue of Cosmopolitan Korea.

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