[TRANS] Park Yuchun “I smell like an actor is the best compliment to me” PART 2

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Q: How is it like at the filming site? Acting somehow consumes a lot of mental and physical strength it seems?

A: Very worn out. I filmed for about 4 hours in the emotional state of the character and cried a lot. It was emotionally more taxing than physically.

Q: How was the chemistry with your partner, Han Yeri? In this movie, I think Han Yeri's charm was dazzling.

A: It was very good. Though I am not sure who, but the man who marries Han Yeri-ssi is a very blessed man. She is really an attractive lady.

Q: In consideration of the audience who have yet to watch the movie, let's not get into detail but in short, how much do you agree with each other's choices?

A: We completely agree with each other. We had no other choices but that.

Q: Before watching Sea Fog, I thought Cheol-ju (Kim Yunseok) was the focus of the story but after watching, I feel that Dongshik's actions and emotions are very important in the movie as well. What do you think?

A: Erm...it's a very difficult question. It's not something that can be precisely explained in the movie. After an extreme situation, an incident happens back-to-back. Whether it's a horrible happening or good incident, it will still leave behind an experience. After watching our movie, I hope the audience will think of that at least once.

Q: What kind of turning point does Sea Fog become for Park Yuchun-ssi? It is much more difficult than any other films and yet you did well. After this film, what changes did it bring to yourself?

A: It may not do much for my expression of emotions but I seem to be able to understand some emotions more deeply. I do not think that acting will improve just by receiving training/lessons for 10years. The thing that is more important than that is experience. You will be able to express better after grafting small experiences little by little into your acting. That's why, rather than acting, for me, I would rather live life. Focus on living my life. As you focus in life, you will be able to broaden your range of acting.

Q: I heard that you are interested in antagonistic roles. If you ever play the role of a villain, how would you tackle that?

A: Yes. I haven't got to try it out but I would like to try acting the role of a spiteful psycho. On the outside, he looks like a very nice person but if you get to know him, he's a mysterious psycho. At present, I can only imagine it but I think it will be fun when acting it out.

Q: You have been in acting for some time now. How has it been? Is it something that gets more enjoyable the more you do it?

A: Very much indeed. Though activities as a singer is fun and I like music but when it comes to acting, there are many things to feel about it and it's good.

Q: There is a stereotype going on for idol-turned-actors. In the early days of your acting activities, there might have been some feelings which you did not show but how did you overcome it?

A: Originally from the start I've always wanted to act. I believed in my talent and passion. My debut acting piece was a traditional drama. There were concerns about an idol-turned-actor taking on a role in historical drama. I however, did not care about the pessimistic responses and did it comfortably. I merely thought, "If this drama does not work out then I may not act again." It was an 'all or nothing' thing but I had confidence.

Q: You seem to have a really positive way of thinking.

A: I'm trying to think on the bright side. Otherwise there will be many things that cannot be done. I thought more about the things that I could get more than the things that I cannot do. It doesn't mean that if you cannot do this, then you won't be getting this.

Q: In my eyes, Yuchun-ssi has an achromatic charm. Your personality is plain but as white as a drawing paper, you seem like an actor who can fuse in strong points.

A: Really? I do not really like to be too outstanding/noticeable. Haha. So, I don't like being a public figure. I particularly do not like to step out of the house. I want people to look at me like an ordinary person and not a celebrity but that is impossible, isn't it? Actually, I go around a lot but not many people could recognize me. Maybe because I was very scruffy. Haha.

Note: This is the second portion of the interview. There will be a final part to this interview. You may read Part 1 here: http://www.twitlonger.com/show/n_1s3q9hv

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