Seo Kang Jun Talks About “A Love Other Than Yours,” Aspirations For His Acting Career, And More

Seo Kang Jun recently sat down with ELLE Korea to discuss his currently airing drama “A Love Other Than Yours”!

KBS 2TV’s “A Love Other Than Yours” is a realistic romance drama that follows a couple in their 10th year of dating as they experience unexpected emotional changes in a relationship that once felt familiar. Seo Kang Jun stars as Namgoong Ho, a corporate employee who would do anything for his longtime girlfriend Lee Mi Do (Ahn Eun Jin).

When asked how he felt after wrapping up filming, he remarked, “I exhausted myself quite a bit trying to fully understand Namgoong Ho and Mi Do’s hearts and states of mind, in addition to expressing the emotions that stemmed from them.” He continued, “I’m currently experiencing a kind of exhaustion that comes after pouring out all the emotions inside me.”

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About his character Namgoong Ho, Seo Kang Jun shared his own interpretation of the character by explaining, “I wanted him to be someone who seems very put-together, respects boundaries, and is diligent, but is also an anxious person living an unstable life.”

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When asked about the questions the drama raises about love and relationships, he remarked, “I believe I have to stand firmly on my own feet in order to love someone properly. Sacrificing yourself for someone is one of the many ways of loving, but the prerequisite is fully maintaining your own life. Your partner should not become the reason for your life.”

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Seo Kang Jun, who focuses on building his life one step at a time rather than setting clear-cut life goals, was asked about the emptiness that follows small moments of happiness. He replied, “Emptiness is a precious opportunity that allows me to face my true self.” He added, “Among the elements that make a long life meaningful, there are not only positive emotions, but also solitude, emptiness, and loneliness.” Referring to Hermann Hesse’s novel “Siddhartha,” he revealed how delving into his inner self and exploring who he is are also closely connected to his life as an actor.

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He also openly shared his aspirations for his acting career. “I want to push beyond my current limits when it comes to expression,” Seo Kang Jun shared, talking about the next stage he hopes to reach as an actor. “At the same time, I want to have the courage to scale back my expressions—to bring my emotions further inward so they can be conveyed without necessarily being shown, and to deliver performances that aren’t superficial.”

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Seo Kang Jun’s full pictorial and interview can be found in the October issue of ELLE Korea.

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Ji Chang Wook Talks About His Recent Drama “The Scandal,” What Acting Means To Him, And More

Actor Ji Chang Wook recently sat down with ELLE Korea to discuss his recent drama “The Scandal”!

Based on the 2003 film “Untold Scandal,” “The Scandal” depicts the daring and dangerous love game between Lady Cho (Son Ye Jin), a woman whose exceptional talents far exceed the confines of the women’s quarters, and Cho Won (Ji Chang Wook), the greatest playboy of Joseon. Their risky wager ensnares another woman, Hui Yeon (Nana), who becomes entangled in their escalating deception. The series tells a story steeped in forbidden love and irresistible seduction in an era when such passions were not permitted.

Discussing the process of developing his character Cho Won, Ji Chang Wook shared, “I tried not to deliberately exaggerate or add to his qualities as a playboy. Instead, I wanted them to be naturally reflected in his attitude and actions. Cho Won is a complex and challenging man. Since he is a character whose true feelings remain a mystery until the very end, it was quite fun to portray him, but there were also quite a few difficult aspects. I had many conversations with director Jung Ji Woo to bring the character of Cho Won to life.”

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When asked about the similarities between himself and Cho Won, he shared, “Inevitably, since I am the one portraying the character, a little bit of Ji Chang Wook is bound to be reflected in the character as I portray him.”

He also discussed the scenes in which he faces off with Lady Cho. He remarked, “There isn’t a single scene in which Lady Cho and Cho Won encounter each other that isn’t breathtaking. Every moment is packed. We always put a lot of effort into rehearsals, and I think viewers will be able to fully feel the tension between the two, which has been meticulously portrayed.”

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Ji Chang Wook, who has continuously reinvented himself through his performances in a variety of genres, was asked what acting means to him. He remarked, “It’s getting harder and harder. That’s because it’s not easy to define in a single phrase. That’s why I always try to rely heavily on the help of my colleagues, from the director to the cinematography, lighting, costumes, and makeup—even the look of the space I’m standing in. I always strive to act across various genres, but that doesn’t mean I can become a completely different person. In the end, acting is a job where you receive help from people. I’ve often thought that perhaps an actor’s skill lies in how well they make use of that help.”

He continued, “The moments when I feel the greatest thrill while acting are also, without exception, when I communicate well with my colleagues and team members. When we create a great scene that way and I see everyone happy about it, that’s when I enjoy my work the most.”

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Talking about his daily life, Ji Chang Wook shared, “Honestly, my daily life these days is quite boring and repetitive. Sometimes it even feels uninteresting. Even so, the fortunate thing is that the career I chose is still incredibly fun for me. I want to continue moving steadily toward the standards I’ve set for myself.”

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Ji Chang Wook’s full pictorial and interview can be found in the October issue of ELLE Korea.

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Suzy Talks About Her Acting Journey, Upcoming Projects, And More

Suzy has joined ELLE Korea for a pictorial!

In the interview that followed the photo shoot, Suzy, who has portrayed a diverse range of women in “Architecture 101,” “Anna,” “Doona!” and “Genie, Make a Wish,” opened up about the potential she discovered in her own face. She said, “I didn’t understand why people used to think of first love when they looked at my face. Then I was told that because my face is ordinary and unassuming, it’s easy to project the emotions from a film onto it, and I thought, ‘I guess I can contain various characters in my face.’”

She added, “As time passes, there are moments when I discover expressions or sides of my face that I didn’t know I had. I’m really happy at those times, and I think there are still sides of myself that I don’t know about.”

Regarding her approach to portraying characters as an actress, she explained, “Rather than looking only at the character itself, I now think more about what kind of relationships the character has with the people around them and what kind of environment they grew up in. Even if it isn’t included in the script, I imagine what kind of time this character has gone through and create my own reasons and backstory for them.”

Suzy also compared the characters she has portrayed to multiple “rooms” in her heart. She explained, “I’ve always thought that there are multiple rooms in my heart. I have both affection and regrets for every character I’ve played, but I’m someone who values the present, so I think I’ve closed all the rooms well. Right now, only the room for ‘The Men of the Harem’ (literal translation), which I’m filming, is wide open.”

She also shared her anticipation for her upcoming projects. Regarding the film “Seven O’Clock Breakfast for the Brokenhearted,” she said, “I was very drawn to the fact that you can actually share things more honestly with strangers who have experienced similar sadness.”

Regarding another upcoming project, “Portraits of Delusion,” she said, “The mysterious atmosphere I felt in director Han Jae Rim’s writing and the woman’s story contained within it deeply resonated with me. While playing Song Jeong Hwa, I feel like many different sides of me were captured on screen. It wasn’t an easy process, but I enjoyed it that much more and learned a lot.”

As for her criteria for choosing future projects, she answered, “Honestly, I still don’t really know what my criteria are. I want to act in projects and play characters that I feel drawn to at the time. In the end, I think I trust that next ‘pull’ a lot.”

Suzy’s full pictorial and interview can be found in the October issue of ELLE Korea. Her upcoming film “Seven O’Clock Breakfast Club for the Brokenhearted” is set to hit theaters in December, and the drama “Portraits of Delusion” is set to premiere in the second half of 2026.

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BLACKPINK’s Rosé Talks About Working on Her New Album, Discovering Herself, and More

BLACKPINK’s Rosé recently sat down with ELLE Korea for an interview to accompany her new pictorial.

In the interview, Rosé spoke about working on her upcoming album. She remarked, “Ultimately, summer is a time for me to make music, discover myself, and find my sound. This time, I’m working in Korea, and I think the time I’ve spent enduring this incredible humidity will become a memorable part of the new album.”

Sharing her honest thoughts on the creative process, she continued, “Working on an album is a time when I delve into every part of myself. I even end up seeing sides of myself that I don’t want to face, and I think it’s like putting all the time I’ve gone through into a single time capsule.”

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Reflecting on the past two years, Rosé said, “It was a period when I kept asking myself, ‘Can I trust my voice? Can I trust myself?’ and proving it to myself.” She went on, “In the end, I came to the conclusion that the answer is to listen carefully to what my heart is telling me, trust it, and keep going. Now, I’ve become able to acknowledge and embrace even the parts of myself that are weak or lacking.”

She added, “Right now, I’m enjoying the process of figuring out whether I’m someone who shares personal stories or someone who creates a world that I want to express.”

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Rosé, who has spent her life traveling to various cities around the world, also shared her perspective on the meaning of “home.” She remarked, “I used to think of home simply as a physical space, but now I’ve realized that it’s more important to have the mindset that you can turn any space into a home. As I learned how to endure spending time alone, I finally began to enjoy being with myself, too.”

Sharing how her attitude toward life has changed, she continued, “I used to be a workaholic and considered time spent doing nothing meaningless, but now I think it’s okay to lie on the sofa and rest or take my time drying my hair.”

Recently, Rosé has also been enjoying simple hobbies such as collecting storage containers and taking up origami. “There are really so many big and small joys in the world, and I want to tell myself that it’s okay to fully enjoy the life I’ve been given right now,” she said with a smile.

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Park Bo Gum, Kim You Jung, Jin Young, Chae Soo Bin, And Kwak Dong Yeon Reflect On 10 Years Of “Love In The Moonlight” And Their Enduring Friendship

“Love in the Moonlight” stars Park Bo Gum, Kim You Jung, Jin Young, Chae Soo Bin, and Kwak Dong Yeon have come together for the September special covers of fashion magazine ELLE Korea!

First aired in 2016, “Love in the Moonlight” was widely loved for its beautiful hanbok, picturesque Korean scenery, and heartfelt portrayal of young love and growth.

Reuniting for the drama’s 10th anniversary, the cast dressed in hanbok and posed in a traditional Korean house for the first time in years, creating a magical moment where the past and present seemed to beautifully meet in a single frame.

Reflecting on the reunion, Park Bo Gum said, “Everyone looks exactly the same as when we first met. I’m really happy that we could put on hanbok again and capture who we are today. Even the weather is similar to when we were filming back then. Back then too, whenever we all got together, there was always so much laughter.”

When asked what his character Crown Prince Hyomyeong/Lee Yeong meant to him personally, Park Bo Gum recalled a line from the drama: “There’s a line You Jung says in the drama: ‘Who knows if the memory of being loved can become the strength that carries you through your whole life?’ Because so many people loved Lee Yeong, I’ve been able to keep walking forward with that strength.”

He also shared a heartfelt message for his co-stars: “Thanks to you, my youth—and our youth—was able to shine so beautifully. I hope we can all continue to shine brightly, like moonlight.”

Kim You Jung, who played the lovable and spirited Hong Ra On at just 17 years old, expressed her affection for the character, saying, “The name ‘Ra On’ itself is a pure Korean word meaning ‘joyful.’ Like her name, she was a character who shared warm affection with the people around her, and the feelings I experienced through Ra On were also a deep, heartfelt warmth.”

Looking back on the biggest change she has experienced over the past 10 years, Kim You Jung said, “I’ve gained a strength that feels truly my own. I’ve found the courage to face difficult situations more proactively and to willingly keep moving forward.”

To her younger self, she offered this advice: “My mother once told me, ‘If you endure, you’ll eventually find yourself where you need to be.’ Enduring doesn’t necessarily mean simply getting through difficult times. It means continuing to live your own life and do what you need to do, whether you’re having fun or going through a hard time. I’d like to tell the younger us that we don’t need to look too far ahead or become impatient.”

Jin Young spoke about the part of himself he hopes never to lose after a decade in the industry: “I don’t want to lose my love for people. I simply like people, spending time together, doing things together, and sharing things. I think it would be really sad if one day I stopped enjoying that.”

To his four longtime co-stars, he added, “Let’s stay together for a very, very long time. At first, we met through work, but maintaining a relationship for 10 years by keeping in touch, sharing parts of our lives, and supporting one another isn’t easy. I’m happy that we managed to do it.”

Chae Soo Bin, who played Jo Ha Yeon, a woman who boldly chose her own heart when it came to love, said that she now draws courage from her character. “Ha Yeon wasn’t someone who stayed stuck simply because she wasn’t loved. I remember her as a bold woman who chose her own life and had the courage to move forward,” she said.

If she could say something to her younger self, Chae Soo Bin said, “You’re doing well, you’ll continue to do well, and you’re living well. I think I always worked hard without worrying too much, but looking back, I was actually constantly anxious. In the end, none of those things were as big as they seemed, so I just want to tell myself that I’m doing a good job.”

Kwak Dong Yeon, who recently enlisted in the military, laughed and said he would tell his 20-year-old self, who had been working relentlessly, “Don’t be scared!” He continued, “Back then, I acted in every project and every scene as if it were the last of my life. I think that mindset ended up putting too much pressure on myself. If I had been more confident, I might have been able to show even more sides of myself.”

To his four fellow actors, he jokingly added, “I’ll be doing my part to protect the country until early 2028, so don’t worry and go after your dreams to your heart’s content.”

The covers featuring Park Bo Gum, Kim You Jung, Jin Young, Chae Soo Bin, and Kwak Dong Yeon, along with the full pictorial and interviews, will be available in ELLE Korea’s September special edition.

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Hyun Bin, Jung Woo Sung, And Woo Do Hwan Share Insights Into How Their Characters Have Changed In “Made In Korea 2”

The cast of “Made in Korea 2” has joined ELLE Korea for a pictorial!

The first season of “Made in Korea” followed Baek Ki Tae (Hyun Bin), a man driven by ambition for wealth and power, and prosecutor Jang Geon Young (Jung Woo Sung), who sacrificed everything to stop him, as they confronted a monumental event in the turbulent 1970s.

“Made in Korea 2,” set nine years after the Season 1 finale, follows Baek Ki Tae, now at the peak of power; Jang Geon Young, who has been preparing a counterattack; and Baek Ki Hyun (Woo Do Hwan), who is pursuing a different path to power from his older brother. Their ambitions spiral out of control, shaking things up and creating an irreversible rift.

Following the photo shoot, the three actors opened up about how their characters have changed in an interview. Hyun Bin previewed how Baek Ki Tae has changed in Season 2, saying, “He has become bolder. The more power he gains, the bolder his way of dealing with things naturally becomes. Everything has changed, from the way he speaks to people, the way he walks and the way he behaves, to details such as how his tie and shirt collar are styled.”

He added, “This is the first time I’ve held onto a character for this long. My feelings toward Baek Ki Tae are a little more special.”

Jung Woo Sung then explained how his character has changed, saying, “Geon Young, who endured hardships for nine years, has become tougher and more aggressive. What has become clearer in Season 2, however, is that both Jang Geon Young and Baek Ki Tae are ultimately like small bubbles swept up by the tides of their era.”

He continued, “‘Made in Korea’ is a story that portrays various kinds of people struggling within an organization. It poses the larger question, ‘Just because you achieved the values you pursued, does that make them truly legitimate values?’”

Woo Do Hwan also shared how Ki Hyun has changed over the past nine years, saying, “Ki Hyun has been promoted during that time and has become more mature. There is more for him to take responsibility for, and he probably came to believe that he needed to build up his own power to protect his family.”

He continued, “I closely observed how the two senior actors approach their acting and their lives. I was always open to the director’s direction, and I prepared more than anyone. I also aspire to be an actor who can continue to work on projects this good even 10 or 20 years from now.”

Hyun Bin, Jung Woo Sung, and Woo Do Hwan’s full pictorial and interview can be found in the September issue of ELLE Korea. With a total of six episodes, “Made in Korea 2” will premiere with episodes 1 and 2 on September 9, followed by two episodes released every Wednesday.

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Lee Jung Eun, Kong Hyo Jin, Park So Dam, And Lee Yeon Dish On Their Upcoming Film “The Journey To Gyeongju”

The main cast of the upcoming film “The Journey to Gyeongju” recently took part in a photo shoot with ELLE Korea!

“The Journey to Gyeongju” is a family revenge film about a mother and three daughters who embark on a “killer” journey after waiting eight years, all for their youngest daughter Gyeong Ju who never returned from a school field trip.

Lee Jung Eun plays mother Ok Sil, Kong Hyo Jin plays eldest daughter Jang Ju, Park So Dam plays second daughter Young Ju, while Lee Yeon plays third daughter Dong Ju.

In the interview that followed the photo shoot, Lee Jung Eun explained the origins of the film, saying, “Director Kim Mi Jo said she came up with this story after looking at a family photo and asking herself, ‘What would a mother do if the family that was once whole fell apart?’”

Regarding her character, Lee Jung Eun remarked, “Ok Sil is someone who cannot stand injustice. She has a fiery feeling inside her that asks, ‘Can I really just stand by and watch this happen?’”

She added, “I think the director wanted at least one person to be someone who never forgets until the very end. That person is the mother.” She also said, “While filming this film, I often thought about how we need to protect and respect the person who remembers as well as the time they spend mourning.”

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Kong Hyo Jin recalled her reaction when she first read the script, saying, “I thought it was a piece of writing that had nothing left to cut and nothing that needed to be added. It was so good that I kept wondering what would happen next.”

Describing the four women in the family as a “motley crew,” she said, “Going through the same loss does not mean everyone will arrive at the same thoughts or conclusions. There is the daughter who cannot stop her mother from pushing ahead with the trip, the daughter who encourages her mother, the daughter who takes her mother’s side, and the daughter who tries to face reality. Their different feelings are at the heart of this film.”

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Park So Dam spoke about the emotion that runs throughout the film, saying, “This is not a film that says revenge is right. What matters is how this family continues to live while carrying their wounds. I hope audiences will focus a little more on the feelings of love and loss that lie beneath the story rather than on revenge.”

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Lee Yeon also remarked, “It was only after we finished filming that I was finally able to process this project in my heart. ‘The Journey to Gyeongju’ is a film that helped me understand the feelings of those who are left behind rather than focusing on revenge.”

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Even off camera, the relationship among the four actresses continued like that of a real family. During filming, they spent their time seeking out restaurants in Gyeongju, going for walks, and playing games together. Even now, two years after filming wrapped, they still maintain an active group chat.

When asked about their chemistry, Kong Hyo Jin expressed confidence in the bond among the four, saying, “We could live together even if you told us to without any hesitation.” Lee Jung Eun gave their chemistry “a perfect score” without hesitation. Park So Dam and Lee Yeon also said, “We became close enough to keep meeting and staying in touch even after the project ended.”

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Lee Jung Eun, Kong Hyo Jin, Park So Dam, and Lee Yeon’s full pictorial and interview can be found in the September issue of ELLE Korea.

“The Journey to Gyeongju” is set to hit theaters in Korea on August 26. Stay tuned!

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aespa’s Karina Opens Up About Lollapalooza 2026, Embracing Nervousness On Stage, And More

aespa’s Karina recently sat down with ELLE Korea for a pictorial and interview!

In the interview, Karina spoke about aespa’s recent appearance at Lollapalooza 2026 in Chicago. She shared, “It was a performance we prepared for with a lot of dedication. Since it had been a while since we performed at a festival, all the members practiced late into the night to do their best in their respective roles. We also wanted to create an exciting performance by putting together a set list centered around songs we haven’t performed often before.”

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Karina stated that she tends to get nervous on stage but went on to describe nervousness as an emotion that makes her feel “alive.” She explained, “Nervousness is also one of the precious emotions that humans can experience. When I’m nervous, I actually make fewer mistakes. It comes from thoughts like, ‘What if I make a mistake?’ or ‘What if I don’t live up to expectations?’ So I don’t think there’s necessarily anything bad about going on stage while feeling nervous.”

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When asked what she is looking forward to as aespa continues its world tour “2026-27 aespa LIVE TOUR – SYNK : COMPLæXITY,” Karina said, “I usually like to leave the hotel and experience the city where the tour is being held for myself. Just as the word ‘tour’ also means ‘travel,’ I always look forward to visiting places I might never have gone to and experiencing things I might never have experienced if I weren’t doing this work.”

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On what being strong means to her, Karina remarked, “I think it’s similar to having strong convictions. Having strong convictions means that your standards or values aren’t easily shaken. It means clearly knowing yourself and having a strong sense of self. That’s why I like being called strong.”

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Kong Hyo Jin And Jung Jun Won Talk About Their Drama “A Bona Fide Killer,” Their Experience Working Together, And More

Kong Hyo Jin and Jung Jun Won, the lead stars of the recently released drama “A Bona Fide Killer,” have teamed up for a pictorial and interview with ELLE Korea!

“A Bona Fide Killer” is an action drama about a working mother with a lethal job who is fighting to protect her work-life balance. Kong Hyo Jin stars as Yu Bo Na, a legendary sniper known as “Kingfisher,” while Jung Jun Won plays Kwon Tae Sung, Bo Na’s husband and a news reporter tasked with uncovering the truth behind Kingfisher’s return.

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The two actors shared their affection for the project. Kong Hyo Jin said, “’A Bona Fide Killer’ felt like a superhero story to me.” She continued, “I was drawn to Bo Na’s character because she’s a mother, wife, and daughter-in-law who also lives a completely different life as a killer.”

Jung Jun Won also reflected on the drama, saying, “From Tae Sung’s perspective, this is ultimately a story about family.” He added, “I focused on understanding the character through his love for his family and his determination to protect the people who matter most to him.”

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When asked why she chose the project, Kong Hyo Jin explained, “I found the way each episode introduces a new case and gradually resolves it to be very engaging.” She further shared, “Beyond the satisfying good-versus-evil narrative, I think mothers, married women, and even those preparing for marriage will relate to Bo Na’s way of life and find it cathartic.”

Jung Jun Won remarked, “The script was so entertaining that I thought I would want to watch it even if I weren’t part of the cast.” He added that the opportunity to work with Kong Hyo Jin was one of the biggest reasons he decided to join the drama, saying, “I trusted that no matter what kind of performance I gave, she’d naturally embrace it.”

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The two actors also had warm words for one another. Jung Jun Won said, “I don’t usually express it, but her presence alone gave me tremendous strength. I knew she was incredibly passionate about her acting, so I felt reassured throughout our time working together.”

Kong Hyo Jin returned the praise, saying, “He is an actor with endless charm. The moment you see his performance, you immediately think, ‘He’s good.’ I don’t think there’s a greater strength for an actor than that.”

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Kong Hyo Jin and Jung Jun Won’s full pictorial and interview can be found in the August issue of ELLE Korea.

In the meantime, watch the first two episodes of “A Bona Fide Killer” on Viki:

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Nam Joo Hyuk And Roh Yoon Seo Dish On Action Training For “The East Palace,” Their Characters’ Bond, And More

The stars of the Netflix series “The East Palace” recently participated in a photoshoot with ELLE Korea!

“The East Palace” follows the story of Gu Cheon (Nam Joo Hyuk), who can traverse the world of ghosts, and Saeng Gang (Roh Yoon Seo), a court lady with the ability to hear ghosts, as they are summoned by the King (Cho Seung Woo) to unearth the cursed palace’s secrets.

In an interview following the shoot, Nam Joo Hyuk and Roh Yoon Seo expressed their deep affection for the series. Recalling the first time he read the script, Nam Joo Hyuk said, “It was the perfect script to read at night. After just two pages, I found it so engrossing that I ended up reading all the way through Episode 4 in one sitting.”

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Roh Yoon Seo also reflected on her first impression of the script, saying, “It felt like playing a game. The scenes kept playing out in my mind, and even after I finished reading it, I couldn’t stop thinking about it.”

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As “The East Palace” marks Nam Joo Hyuk’s first project since completing his military service, he devoted himself to swordsmanship and action training in preparation for the role. He remarked, “During my military service, I built up a real longing to act, and I was able to fully satisfy that through ‘The East Palace.’ It was physically demanding, but it was just as enjoyable.”

Roh Yoon Seo prepared for her role through various forms of training, including horseback riding, swordsmanship, and stunt rolling. Talking about Saeng Gang’s ability to hear ghosts, she explained, “I imagined the camera’s movements as if they were the ghosts’ point of view.”

Both actors emphasized that “The East Palace” is far more than a story about fighting ghosts. Nam Joo Hyuk explained, “Not once did I approach it with the mindset of killing ghosts. I always thought of my character as someone who helps resolve the grudges of spirits with their own stories and sends them off to a better place.”

Roh Yoon Seo added that as Gu Cheon and Saeng Gang investigate the curse together, “Their relationship evolves into one that goes beyond love or friendship.”

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The actors also reflected on the moments when they became fully immersed in their characters. Roh Yoon Seo chose the reunion scene near the end of the series as the most memorable, saying, “It felt completely natural that Gu Cheon and Saeng Gang had become people who truly relied on each other.”

Nam Joo Hyuk agreed, saying, “That scene was only possible because of everything we had built together from the very beginning,” referring to the gradual deepening of the bond between the two characters.

The actors also expressed their admiration for co-star Cho Seung Woo. Roh Yoon Seo said, “I learned so much from watching him build his character’s backstory, even for scenes he didn’t appear in.” Nam Joo Hyuk added, “I learned a great deal from the way he anchored the entire production.”

The two stars also spoke about the beliefs that continue to motivate them. Nam Joo Hyuk said, “I believe nothing is impossible. I learned during my basketball days that if you take action, you can make things happen.”

Roh Yoon Seo shared, “Even if you acknowledge your shortcomings, in the end, you have to believe in yourself in order to keep moving forward.”

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Nam Joo Hyuk and Roh Yoon Seo’s full pictorial and interview can be found in the August issue of ELLE Korea.

While waiting, watch Nam Joo Hyuk in “Weightlifting Fairy Kim Bok Joo” on Viki:

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