It’s your first time to be the heroine of a drama. Aren’t you worried about using Jeolla-do dialect?
I feel little pressure actually as I lived in Gyeongsang Province until I was a junior in middle school. I should work hard.
You played a charismatic character in the drama ‘Goddess of Marriage’ and now your role is more like a funny character. Which prosecutor characters do you prefer?
Kim Ji-hoon – Well, it depends. It was harder for me to play the character last time as I had to restrain the emotions. But it’s easier for me this time because I can express the character’s emotions. The character will make people laugh as he comes into conflict with Jang Bo-ri in interesting situations. I think portraying a role well is the best way to draw more viewers.
Why did you decide to accept the role?
Oh Yeon-seo – I thought I would look cute making Hanbok. And also it was time for me to play a tougher role that is more relentless.
Kim Ji-hoon – I played a reserved role in SBS’s ‘Goddess of Marriage’. I’m excited to express more emotions this time playing the new role. Well the story might sound stupid or crazy with its artificial elements, but the staff is competent enough to make the drama become really popular.
Don’t you think some people misunderstand you?
Oh Yeon-seo – Even people I meet through work become nervous when they are around me. They think I might be too sensitive first. It’s true that it stresses me out. So I’m trying to get out of the prejudice.
Ji-hoon – I think she can escape from the stress this time.
How did both of you feel about shooting a drama together?
Oh Yeon-seo – First I thought Kim Ji-hoon might be quiet and stubborn. But he is very funny and lively. I relieved when he approached and talked to me first.
Kim Ji-hoon – Well, thanks for the compliment. (laughter) I was personally excited to work with Oh Yeon-seo. We were never close before. I’ve met her 4 times and I feel comfortable around her.
Oh Yeon-seo – (joking) Well, I do feel uncomfortable.
Kim Ji-hoon – We’ll work together in perfect harmony. As a ‘Chemi-Couple (referring to a couple in a drama that also looks good with each other in real life)’, I think we’ll draw much attention from the viewers.
Oh Yeon-seo – I’ll beat him up while acting for the drama. I’m a little worried about that.
Kim Ji-hoon – Well, she has really thick bones.
Oh Yeon-seo – Well I’ll use my full strengths to shoot such action scenes. (laughter)
You had a boy-band member as your partner in the drama ‘Medical Top Team’, any comments on that?
Oh Yeon-seo – Yes, it was Minho of SHINee. But now I have Kim Ji-hoon and I’ll count on him.
Kim Ji-hoon – Yeah, do it.
Oh Yeon-seo – Minho was probably 10 years younger than me. (laughter)
You said you trust Kim Sun-ok and her script. Aren’t you afraid of hearing that the story of your drama makes no sense?
Kim Ji-hoon – Her dramas have always been popular. I have much expectation for her script. She’s a big shot. Well some of the stories might sound absurd a little but there aren’t any parts that should be criticized. You shouldn’t worry about it because it’s a delightful family drama.
What does ‘Jang Bo-ri Is Here’ have that transcends other dramas?
Oh Yeon-seo – It’s a delightful drama. You can relax and laugh out while watching it.
Did you practice to make Hanbok?
Oh Yeon-seo – I’m not that feminine so I have never sewn. I practiced to sew at Park Sul-nyeo’s Hanbok store, but I just pretend to sew. I think there would be a double to shoot sewing scenes.
When you are in a relationship, which character are you close to?
Kim Ji-hoon – I’m not one-sided like Kang Tae-wook in ‘Goddess of marriage’ but I usually take lead in relationship.
Any pledges to make for high TV ratings?
Oh Yeon-seo – I want Kim Ji-hoon to dance EXO’s dances.
Kin Ji-hoon – Well then you should dance Kara’s dances. I hope it’ll be over 35%. But realistically, I think it would be about 25%.
Oh Yeon-seo – Well, Kim Ji-hoon will dance EXO’s ‘Growl’ in Myeong-dong anyway.
You also play an evil role like you did in the drama ‘Twinkle Twinkle’.
Lee Yoo-ri – Yun Min-jung is a misfortunate girl. She is also extroverted. But the good news is two men love Yun Min-jung.
Don’t you care about the label of ‘abnormal drama’?
Oh Chang-seok – I just laugh it out. I don’t care too much about people criticizing the dramas I’ll be shooting. Everything from the subject matter to the format differs from drama to drama. It’s important to focus on acting and enjoying it.
What do you want to show shooting this drama?
Oh Chang-seok – I play a baddie. But I want to convince the viewers why he has to live like that. Love triangles and conflicts among the characters will be very interesting.
Lee Yoo-ri – I scratch my hear over surviving. As an actress, I’m excited about wearing fancy Hanbok. I try to be an initiate of the Hanbok store ‘Bi Sool Chae’ in the drama. The fight over the ownership of the store will be interesting.
What is the difference between your role as Lee Jae-hee and your past roles?
Oh Chang – I’m not sure yet because I haven’t gotten the script yet for the adult part of Lee Jae-hee. The reason why I chose the role this time was that I didn’t fully express emotions when I was shooting ‘Princess Aurora’. Lee Jae-hee is very forward and does whatever to get what he wants. I think I can show more playing this role than before.
Do you learn anything form Lee Yoo-ri as she is a senior?
Oh Chang-seok – My partners in my past dramas were around my age and as experience as me. Now I work with big names. I will certainly learn a lot from them. We talked a lot about what we can do
Lee Yoo-ri – We had our turn late during the poster photo shoot because other actors have bigger roles. We cheered each other up, saying we should work harder. We’ll discuss the concept a lot and help to shoot a good drama.
Do you want to show off anything about ‘Jang Bo-ri Is Here’?
Oh Chang-seok – it’s a modern drama with unique subject matter which is traditional. The story is about love between family in modern life.
Lee Yoo-ri – It’s a drama that’ll make you feel warm. The various characters in the new drama will all be liked by the viewers except mine. Please show us your interest and support.
Written by Han Jihee, Photo by Ryuma and MBC, Translated by Lee Sarah
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