You may have seen actress Jeon Jong-seo playing a mysterious character in a movie directed by Lee Chang-dong. combustion, her breakout role. She then played the character of Tokyo in the Korean remake. money robbery and MRecently, as a former bodyguard ballerina. The actress has played tough, mysterious, and serious roles in the past, but she's finally tackling the genre she's always wanted to do with the series (as opposed to the cinematic kind). Nothing serious), all thanks wedding is not possible. The Prime Video romantic comedy will see the actress team up with Moon Sang-min, who just won the New Actor Award at the 59th Baeksang Arts Awards. He also captivated the audience with his acting. Under the Queen's Umbrella. Add actor Kim Do-hwan, who has always been a scene-stealer, into the mix and you have a power trio. Plus, the classic fake relationship storyline spices things up.
Viewers of Korean dramas are familiar with stories of fake marriages. Or in this case, there is a possibility of a fake marriage. But for stars, wedding is not possible, theirs is different, as revealed in this interview. The drama is the story of Ah-jung (Jung), who works as an extra. Despite her talent, she doesn't shy away from getting her big break, whether it's work or love. Her male friend of 15 years, Do-han (Kim), is the son of a chaebol, and she is being pressured to marry him. He asks Ah-jung for help and decides to pretend to be her wife. In this way, she will play the leading role for the first time in her life as Do-han's “soon-to-be'' wife. Meanwhile, Do-han's younger brother Ji-han (Moon) hopes that Do-han will succeed as the successor to the family business. However, Do-han's marriage plans got in the way. So he does everything in his power to stop it, bringing another potential bride into the already complex triangle, now a square.
As a drama on Prime Video ' is in its second half, and Lifestyle Asia interviewed the lead actors Jeon Jong-seo and Moon Sang-min, and talked about their characters in detail. The two also spoke at length about their experiences working with each other and what makes them do what they do. wedding is not possible It is different from others with a similar storyline.
“Wedding Impossible” stars Jeon Jong-seo and Moon Sang-min talk about the production of the Prime Video series
Jeon Jong-seo, you previously said that you had always wanted to do a romantic comedy series. This was your first attempt, but were there any challenges? What did you enjoy most?
Jeon Jong-seo: That is correct. I think the difficult thing is that before I started this series, I was worried about acting in a drama, which is generally said to be the case. It felt strange because I wasn't focusing on my true acting ability. However, I thought it would be interesting to persuade the audience, and I wanted to use my acting to break the boundaries of existing dramas.The set was so good that all the actors, including myself, chose wedding is not possible As a best set.
Your character gets into a fake marriage for the series. Can you tell us more about what it was like playing the role of a fake bride?
Jeon Jong-seo: Ms. Ah-jung played the role of a “false bride'' for the first time in her life, so I thought that the meaning of a false marriage would be different for each role, so I decided to participate. Isn't Ah-jung too simple to call her a “false bride''?
This is his first lead role after winning the New Actor Award at the 59th Baeksang Arts Awards. Could you tell me more about how you prepared for the role of Lee Ji-han?
Moon Sang Min: I was very grateful to be able to play the charming character Lee Ji-han. So I was happy. Acting-wise, Jihan is a chaebol, but he shows different sides to achieve his goals. I created the character thinking about how to convey to the viewers Jihan's changes throughout the episodes. We thought about how to express the younger male character who looks like a big puppy, and were particular about the styling. I also got a soft shadow perm and wore a big knit to make me look bigger.
Your character is an interesting mix of scheming and kind-hearted. What are some of the creative decisions you made to play it?
Moon Sang Min: As the episodes progress, Jihan undergoes various changes both internally and externally. I thought a lot about how to show this difference to the audience. Rather than adding an improvisational element, I tried to focus on how Ji-han feels when she's with Do-han. She focuses on the situation when acting as well as what she does when she is with Ah-jung.
Jeon Jong-seo and Moon Sang-min talk about the differences between “Wedding Impossible”
How did you two work together to bring out the chemistry?
Jeon Jong-seo: Moon Sang-min and I actually get along well in many ways, so I can't stop laughing when we talk. We play with words a lot, so I think our true selves naturally come out through the screen. I don't think they were trying to force a chemical reaction. It's up to the viewers to assess our compatibility. However, I think it has a charm that makes you want to keep watching it.
Moon Sang Min: Although it was awkward at first with Jeon Jong-seo, they quickly became friends after talking a lot. Whether I'm acting or not, he finds my strengths and charms and tells me about them, which has really encouraged me and given me confidence. We got along very well, and thanks to her energy, I was able to photograph her comfortably.
There have been many stories of “fake marriage'' in other Korean dramas. What makes Wedding Impossible different and stands out?
Jeon Jong-seo: Discovering Moon Sang Min through wedding is not possible. In addition, Kim Do Wan played a character never seen before. If there was a mission themed around fake marriage in an existing drama, wedding is not possible Unlike the typical Cinderella story, there is a more subjective woman's story, showing simplicity rather than flamboyance. I think the biggest difference is that this drama is very everyday and has a naturalness that many people can relate to.
Moon Sang Min: The feature of this drama is that the brother-in-law is against his brother's marriage. Therefore, the relationship between Ji-han, Do-han, and Ah-jung is fresh and fun. I think this setting itself is an element that will be felt differently depending on the viewer.
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