Proving his immense talent across different venues of performing arts, Jung Yong Hwa epitomizes the meaning of the word “celebrity”.
As the frontman of established band CNBLUE, an actor who left memorable lead portrayals in six dramas and a host loved by entertainment programs – he has indeed decorated his list of achievements proudly.
Recently, the singer-actor starred in KBS2 series, Sell Your Haunted House which received praises from the audience owing to its engrossing story tinged with consoling messages about life and death.
On Falling In Love With Oh In Bum
Suiting up as Oh In-bum, he has a cool and friendly attitude to a challenging role of a psychic in the exorcism-themed drama. Indeed, Jung Yong Hwa stepped out of his comfort zone and gave his all for his portrayal.
“It’s the first time I’ve never paid attention to anything other than the character. I don’t like to do things I’ve done before, but acting didn’t go well. Perhaps it was because I had continued to take on similar characters, so the craving for the challenge was even greater.”
He further expressed how Sell Your Haunted House was a golden opportunity for him to transform. Receiving a great response, he gained confidence that he could explore varied roles.
Confessing he also fell in love with Oh In Bum and smartly quipped how it is possible to be “possessed” by his character, he is also elated to gain new colleagues in Jang Na Ra, Kang Hong Seok and Kang Mal Geum.
On The Lessons From His Military Service Experience
Successfully scoring his post-military drama, he also conveyed how military service was a “turning point” in his life.
“When I was in my 20s, I was very greedy for work, so I was always nervous and under pressure. I enlisted at a relatively late age but the experience changed my life dramatically. I became a pretty happy person. A lot of my impatience has disappeared.”
Further relaying the change in his mindset, he mentioned how he has been learning how to unhurriedly enjoy the task given to him by focusing.
“Last year, the group was reorganized into a three-member group. The pressure I experienced while thinking about the next project gave me a realization that “too much deep worries is a poison”.
Setting a goal of keeping an “elevated happiness index,” he asserts that it’s the best way to show a new side of him as an actor, singer and variety show performer.
“I have a lot to show you in the future. As a singer, I want to try various things, so I am preparing step by step, and drama scripts of various genres are also coming in, so I think I will be able to act again soon. If entertainment programs are interesting, I’m ready to go out. I am immersed in the “happy worry” of wanting to show anything quickly.”
Source: Sports Donga
Photos: FNC Entertainment
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