Actor Kim Yun-seok captivated viewers with his candid behind-the-scenes stories and delightful wit during his first variety show appearance in the 39 years since his debut.
Appearing on the November 11 broadcast of tvN's "You Quiz on the Block", Kim Yun-seok drew laughter right from the start by revealing that he referenced actor Choi Minsik's comfortable and warm demeanor ahead of his variety show debut. In contrast to his intense charisma on screen, he revealed an unpretentious and approachable charm, saying that in real life, "I'm quite on the lazy side, and I have a few screws loose."
On this day, Kim Yun-seok personally opened up about everything from how he developed his character Agwi in "Tazza: The High Rollers" to the rumors of a feud with director Na Hong-jin that surfaced during the filming of "The Chaser". Stating that he is very close friends with director Na Hong-jin, he clarified the rumor that they had fought over a 40-hour continuous shoot. He explained that while filming the final fight scene with Ha Jung-woo at the time, the actors themselves made the decision to continue shooting to maintain the continuity of the scene and the blood makeup, sharing the actual reality on set that differed from what had been previously known.
Kim Yun-seok also revealed his special bond with actor Song Kang-ho. Having maintained a long friendship since their days in theater, the two shared a memorable moment when they met as presenter and award recipient at the 2008 Blue Dragon Film Awards. Kim Yun-seok, who swept Best Actor honors at various film festivals that year for the movie "The Chaser", shared the story behind his acceptance speech where he said, "This year is my year." In particular, he recalled the moment when Song Kang-ho, taking the stage as the presenter, introduced him by saying, "This year belongs to this person," looking back on the exceptional bond between the two actors who have walked the path of acting together for a long time.
He also shared special anecdotes involving his fans. Introducing slogans from placards he saw during stage greetings, such as "My baby who is older than me" and "Daughter, please give your father to me," he filled the studio with laughter. Proving himself to be an avid fan of music survival shows since the days of "Superstar K", he also showed an innocent side by confessing that he is an ardent fan of singer Seo Gi.
Toward the end of the broadcast, he expressed confidence in the film "White Blast", which is set to hit theaters on November 18. Playing the role of Gap-su, a stationmaster nearing retirement, alongside Koo Kyo-hwan, Kim Yun-seok heightened anticipation for the project, saying, "There's a lot of comedy woven into the thriller. There is no time to be bored."
Through his first variety show appearance, Kim Yun-seok showcased both his depth as an actor built over many years and his human charm outside his projects. From the sense of humor hidden behind his intense acting to his serious approach to his work and his warm affection toward fans, Kim Yun-seok's multifaceted presence on and off the screen brought fresh enjoyment to viewers.
Meanwhile, the mystery drama film "White Blast", starring Kim Yun-seok and Koo Kyo-hwan, opens in theaters on November 18.
[Photo: tvN "You Quiz on the Block"]
(SBS Entertainment News | Kang Sun-ae)
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