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Who does Seo Jang-hoon consider to be truly wealthy?

The October 9 broadcast of SBS's "My Genie Secretary" featured the secretary duo attending to their "My Star," Seo Jang-hoon.

That day, the secretaries drew attention by taking on their first-ever tour service for a "My Star." After recording the show, Seo Jang-hoon requested to go on a trip to Gangneung.

In response, the secretaries planned a Gangneung tour itinerary led by Lee Seo-jin, with Kim Kwang-kyu and Lee Seo-jin taking turns driving.

The first stop was a visit to Ojukheon. Lee Seo-jin drove along a scenic coastal road toward Ojukheon, while Seo Jang-hoon admired the magnificent landscape and looked out the window with eyes full of curiosity.

However, upon arriving with great anticipation, they found that Ojukheon was already closed. Seo Jang-hoon, who had hoped to see even the black bamboo, struggled to turn away in disappointment.

Just then, Kim Kwang-kyu spotted some black bamboo on the outside grounds. Seeing it, Seo Jang-hoon beamed with childlike excitement and said, "Oh, there's black bamboo."

Next, the secretaries and Seo Jang-hoon visited a seaside cafe at Gyeongpodae. Seo Jang-hoon stepped out onto the terrace, gazed at Gyeongpodae, and became lost in thought. He also drew attention by sharing that he had recently been reflecting on many things in order to spend the rest of his life well.

Lee Seo-jin, who has known Seo Jang-hoon for a long time, remarked about him, "After becoming an entertainer, his personality has toned down a lot." Seo Jang-hoon responded, "Part of it is that, but it's also because of age. I've become milder than when I was younger."

He then brought laughter by saying he is a warm "T" (Thinking personality type) with a different nuance from Lee Seo-jin, adding, "I filter things at least once."

The final stop was a raw fish restaurant. The group enjoyed a seafood feast at a place Lee Seo-jin had frequented for 25 years. Having his first meal of the day, Seo Jang-hoon drew attention with an enthusiastic seafood mukbang.

Looking quietly at Kim Kwang-kyu and Lee Seo-jin, Seo Jang-hoon showed a bewildered expression and said, "Kwang-kyu hyung is waiting on Seo-jin hyung more than me. I thought you said I was today's 'My Star'?" Kim Kwang-kyu brought laughter by answering, "I've lived my whole life like that."

Kim Kwang-kyu also worried about Seo Jang-hoon, who is always seen getting angry on television. He asked whether stress builds up when he goes home after filming those kinds of shows.

Seo Jang-hoon revealed his professionalism by explaining, "A lot of people worry, but I treat those people with sincerity as if they were my own family, and instead, I forget about it once it's over and I leave. I shake it off quickly and prepare for the next thing."

When asked what kind of person is truly wealthy, Seo Jang-hoon stated, "Someone with a genuinely broad mind, someone who is open-minded and relaxed. A person with a narrow mind might not remain wealthy for long."

To the same question, Lee Seo-jin drew nods of agreement by saying, "Someone who spends money well on me. That kind of person knows how to be generous not just to me, but to everyone." Meanwhile, Kim Kwang-kyu drew laughter by answering, "The truly wealthy person is Seo Jang-hoon."

Kim Kwang-kyu, who served Seo Jang-hoon that day, shared that all his previous preconceptions about Seo Jang-hoon had vanished, saying, "He still has childlike innocence and is like a tenderhearted boy."

Seo Jang-hoon created a heartwarming moment by adding, "It could have been a lonely shoot, but it was fun because the hyungs I like traveled all the way to Gangneung with me. If given the chance, I'd even want to wait on them instead."

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Seo Jang-hoon looked back on his memories of the Asian Games.

On the October 9 broadcast of SBS's "Whatever You Wish Genie - My Genie Secretary" (hereinafter "My Genie Secretary"), the secretaries were shown assisting their "My Star," Seo Jang-hoon.

Inside the vehicle heading to Gangneung that day, Lee Seo-jin asked Seo Jang-hoon if he had received any offers to provide basketball commentary. In response, Seo Jang-hoon said candidly, "Actually, SBS did request that I do Asian Games commentary. But I just don't have the time."

He also drew attention by adding that because he has now left the basketball world, he is being cautious with any comments he makes.

Lee Seo-jin then brought up the Asian Games with him. Seo Jang-hoon reminisced about that time, saying, "At the 2002 Busan Asian Games, we won a gold medal for the first time in 20 years. China had Yao Ming back then."

Referring to the towering Yao Ming, who was an NBA star, he continued, "When he raised and swung his arms, you couldn't even see the backboard," describing how tough the game was against such a formidable opponent.

Seo Jang-hoon then shared the story of how they secured the miraculous gold medal, saying, "Wow, I really don't know how we won. With 1 minute and 30 seconds left before the end of the game, we were trailing by 10 points. But we tied it up, went into overtime, and won." At the time, Seo Jang-hoon was overcome with emotion and even shed tears.

Seo Jang-hoon captured viewers' attention by explaining why he could not hold back his tears, saying, "I made the national team for the first time during my freshman year of college. The year 2002 marked exactly my 10th year on the national team. And throughout those 10 years, we had never beaten China once. We had plenty of great players back then too, but I always felt apologetic because we couldn't win. But on that day, we defeated China's top elite roster and won the gold medal."

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Seo Jang-hoon has drawn the line on rumors that he is a chaebol worth 2 trillion won.

The October 9 broadcast of SBS's "Whatever You Need Genie - My Genie Secretary" (hereinafter "My Genie Secretary") showed the secretaries attending to their "My Star," Seo Jang-hoon.

On this day, the secretaries headed to Gangneung, where the filming for their "My Star" was taking place. Kim Kwang-gyu drew attention by referring to Seo Jang-hoon as a "daegam-manim" (lord) and remarking, "You have so much wealth, yet you live so diligently, with your fortune in the hundreds of billions of won."

To this, Seo Jang-hoon snapped, "Where do I have hundreds of billions of won?" and mentioned that he currently owns three buildings, adding meaningfully, "They all have their own difficulties."

Seo Jang-hoon then explained that he had become known as a "2-trillion-won chaebol" due to Kim Heechul's joke, saying, "Do you know how many people in our country have 2 trillion won? There are 35 people."

Kim Kwang-gyu then joked, "Does Jang-hoon belong in that group? Wow, what an incredible person." Seo Jang-hoon drew the line, stating it was not true: "Out of 100 people, five or six actually believe it. But I would like to ask, what on earth could I possibly do to earn 2 trillion won?"

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Kim Ji-won transformed into the genius surgeon Kye Soo-jung.

The October 9 broadcast of the SBS Friday-Saturday drama "Doctor X: Mafia in White" depicted Kye Soo-jung returning to the hospital.

On this day, Kye Soo-jung observed an operation being performed by the hospital director. Sensing an abnormality with the director, she said, "Even now, let's stop the surgery and get an MRI or something."

However, the others dismissed Kye Soo-jung's suggestion and simply stood by. In the end, the director leading the surgery went into shock and collapsed, prompting the doctors in the operating room to rush him out, concerned only for his safety.

Although the patient was also in critical condition, no doctor was available to proceed with the surgery. Left alone in the operating room, intern Park Tae-kyung panicked.

Just then, Kye Soo-jung stepped in. After checking the patient's vitals, she instructed that all surgical gowns and gloves be replaced and that the operating room be ventilated.

She then swiftly performed the surgery, saving the patient from peril. Boo Seung-kwon was watching all of this unfold.

Jang Hee-sook introduced Kye Soo-jung, saying, "Her hands are quite quick, aren't they? I am Jang Hee-sook, head of the nation's first doctor staffing agency. This is our agency's top ace, surgeon Kye Soo-jung."

Before heading into the operating room, Kye Soo-jung had also administered emergency treatment to the director, saving his life as well. Later, the doctors asked Kye Soo-jung why the director and the patient had gone into shock. Kye Soo-jung did not answer, telling them to find the cause on their own since they were all doctors.

Afterward, the director expressed his gratitude to Kye Soo-jung and asked if his chosen surgical method was not correct after all. Kye Soo-jung pointed out the flaw in his method, remarking, "As expected, you should not have opened the abdomen," which led the director to fire her.

Kye Soo-jung immediately left the hospital as Boo Seung-kwon watched on. He went to the director and said, "Director, why did you do that? A patient's life was at stake, yet you gave up for your own convenience? How long has it been since you performed surgery that you wouldn't know a latex allergy could cause such an issue?"

Holding out the latex gloves used during the operation, he drew attention by saying, "There is only one thing I want."

Later, Boo Seung-kwon brought Kye Soo-jung back. Alongside Jang Hee-sook, Kye Soo-jung signed a contract, declaring, "Rounds, staff dinners, assisting professors with papers, unwanted overtime—I do not do anything unrelated to a medical license," adding, "And I do not make mistakes."

Do Yoon-shik expressed concern over Boo Seung-kwon's choice, warning that everyone could be shaken because of Kye Soo-jung. In response, Boo Seung-kwon remarked, "She is just a tail that can be cut off anyway, along with the hospital's other problems. So let's watch and see how she does," sparking curiosity about what will happen next.

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Director Lee Yong-jae (from left) and actors Lee Sun-bin, Yoo Jae-myung, Kim Young-min, and Jeon Seok-ho pose for photos at the Open Talk for the film "The Secret of the CSAT Examination" during the 31st Busan International Film Festival, held at the Busan Cinema Center in Haeundae-gu, Busan, on the afternoon of October 9.

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Actor Lee Yi-kyung attends the Open Talk session for the film "The Sorry Generation" at the 31st Busan International Film Festival, held at the Busan Cinema Center in Haeundae-gu, Busan, on the afternoon of October 9.

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Actors Jung Jae-young (from left), Kim Jooryoung, Lee Yi-kyung, and Kim Ah-young attend the Open Talk event for the movie "The Sorry Generation" during the 31st Busan International Film Festival, held at the Busan Cinema Center in Haeundae-gu, Busan, on the afternoon of October 9.

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Actors Jung Jae-young (from left), Kim Jooryoung, director Kim Sung-yoon, and actors Kim A-young and Lee Yi-kyung pose for a photo call during an open talk for the movie "The Sorry Generation," held at the Busan Cinema Center in Haeundae-gu, Busan, on the afternoon of October 9 during the 31st Busan International Film Festival.

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Actor Son Suk-ku attends the open talk for the series "The Blue Road" held at the Busan Cinema Center in Haeundae-gu, Busan, on the afternoon of October 9 during the 31st Busan International Film Festival.

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Actor Nagayama Eita attends the open talk for the series "The Blue Road" at the 31st Busan International Film Festival, held on the afternoon of October 9 at the Busan Cinema Center in Haeundae-gu, Busan.

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From left, actors Nagayama Eita, Son Suk-ku, Kim Shin-rock, and director Han Jun-hee pose for photos while attending the Open Talk for the series "The Blue Road" at the 31st Busan International Film Festival, held at the Busan Cinema Center in Haeundae-gu, Busan, on the afternoon of October 9.

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Director Yeon Sang-ho (left) and actor Kim Hyun-joo pose for photos during the outdoor stage greeting for the film "Paradise Lost" at the 31st Busan International Film Festival, held at the Busan Cinema Center in Haeundae-gu, Busan on the afternoon of October 9.

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Director July Jung (from left), actor KIM DOYEON, and Song Sae-byeok pose for photos during a photo call at the press conference for the Gala Presentation film "Dora," held on the morning of October 9 at the Busan Cinema Center in Haeundae-gu, Busan, during the 31st Busan International Film Festival.

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On the morning of October 9, the first day of the holiday weekend and Hangeul Day, citizens continue to visit the Busan Cinema Center in Haeundae-gu, Busan, where the 31st Busan International Film Festival is being held.

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The story of Koreans trapped inside the 2008 Mumbai attacks has been brought to light.

On the October 8 broadcast of SBS's "Tails of Tales," the show covered the 2008 Mumbai attacks under the subtitle "Burning Mumbai: Koreans Trapped in the Terror."

On the night of November 26, 2008, gunshots echoed across Mumbai, the financial heart of India. Simultaneous terror attacks erupted across densely populated locations, ranging from luxury hotels to a train station and cafes.

Inside the Taj Mahal Hotel, one of Mumbai's most luxurious hotels, around 1,000 people—including guests, hotel employees, and Korean nationals attending a Korea-India business friendship association event—were left trapped.

Often referred to as India's 9/11, the Mumbai attacks were an indiscriminate assault lasting 60 hours. Kang Ki-taek, who was serving as a consul at the Consulate General of the Republic of Korea in Mumbai at the time, was also there.

As the attacks unfolded with the apparent goal of inflicting maximum casualties over the longest possible time, around 100 guests, including 19 Koreans, took refuge together inside the Taj Mahal Hotel's banquet hall. Meanwhile, Kim Jung-hyun of the Korea Trade Promotion Corporation contacted four Koreans who had departed earlier to confirm their safety.

Those four Koreans had left the hall earlier and headed to a coffee shop in the hotel's older wing. Just as they took their first sip of coffee, terrorists entered the hotel, leaving the four trapped inside the cafe alongside other international guests.

The four Koreans inside the hotel cafe built a barricade to protect everyone hiding there and sought every possible way to survive.

Going from room to room killing innocent people, the terrorists strictly followed the ruthless instructions of their handler in an organized and calculated manner.

Armed with rifles and throwing grenades, the terrorists continued their killings. In response, the Indian government decided to deploy its elite counter-terrorism unit, the Black Cats. However, their arrival from New Delhi to Mumbai was expected to take several hours.

During that time, hotel staff guided around 200 guests to The Chambers, an exclusive private members-only club that only the staff knew how to reach.

Because the employees thoroughly understood the layout of the hotel, they could have escaped at any moment. Instead, they chose to remain with the guests. For them, leaving the guests behind was never an option.

The hotel staff even handed out cold towels and prepared sandwiches for the guests. They reassured them, saying, "Don't worry, everything will be all right. It is our duty to protect our guests." Yet when gathered only among themselves, the staff held onto one another, struggling to suppress their trembling.

When the terrorists began setting fires, an escape plan was formed in the banquet hall. A professional security team visiting the hotel for a cricket tournament was inside the banquet hall, and they stepped up to lead everyone out safely.

Soon after, a mass evacuation began down the emergency stairwell. Leading the escape for the Korean nationals was Consul Kang Ki-taek. He took the lead with a single thought: "If someone has to die, it should be me."

Those who escaped five hours after the terror began felt overwhelming relief at surviving, and the security team members who guided them felt immense joy that everyone made it out unharmed.

However, the relief was brief for Consul Kang Ki-taek, who stayed behind to wait for the safe evacuation of the four Koreans still trapped inside the hotel.

At the same time, the staff at The Chambers were assisting guests in their escape. Notably, the employees linked arms in front of the guests, forming a human shield.

Just as most of the people were escaping, terrorists appeared at The Chambers. A politician remaining inside had conducted a live phone interview with a news broadcast, and word of this reached the terrorists, prompting them to attack The Chambers.

At the sudden gunfire, hotel employees directed the escaping guests back into The Chambers. Some staff members ran in various directions to distract the gunmen, and seven innocent employees lost their lives in the process.

As time passed, firefighters appeared outside the hotel cafe's window, attempting a rescue using a ladder truck. The four Koreans, who were closest to the window, only exited the cafe after assisting others in escaping first.

After verifying the safety of the four Koreans, Consul Kang Ki-taek returned to the consulate. With attacks still ongoing, he was concerned for the safety of other Korean nationals who might be elsewhere across Mumbai.

The following morning, the Black Cats finally entered the Taj Mahal Hotel. Sixty hours after the terror began, all attacks were finally brought to an end.

The Mumbai attacks claimed over 170 lives and left more than 300 injured. Out of ten terrorists, nine were killed and one was captured alive; the captured assailant was only 21 years old. He confessed that he had taken part in the attack for money.

While some killed innocent people for their own objectives, others risked everything to save lives without any personal motive.

The broadcast concluded by sharing a video message of gratitude from a survivor to one of the security team members who helped guide the banquet hall guests to safety. Watching the message, the security guard was deeply moved to tears.

He drew attention by saying, "Even if I went back, I would make the same choice," adding, "To me, that night represented the sanctity of human life itself, and the essential importance of solidarity and cooperation between people."

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RM of BTS, currently on a world tour, shared his distress over some fans lingering outside their hotel during the South American leg of the tour and called for a mature fan culture.

On October 8, RM addressed fans through the fan communication platform Weverse, writing, "We are currently in Peru. It's my first time visiting Peru in my life, so I feel very excited and happy." He appealed, "However, the members and staff are having a very difficult time because of people staying outside our hotel all day long. It is so noisy even inside the rooms that everyone is having trouble sleeping. Not only that, but we are also causing immense inconvenience to the other guests staying at the same hotel."

He continued, "While we are grateful for your welcoming hearts and passion, if we cannot get enough rest and sleep, it will disrupt the concerts we share with you. Please, not only in Lima, but also in Chile, Brazil, Argentina, and various countries in Asia that we will visit next, I sincerely ask that you refrain from staying outside the hotel. I believe that ARMY, the most wonderful fans in the world, will understand and won't do this. I hope we can build an even more mature and proud relationship with each other."

BTS is currently carrying out their world tour "ARIRANG." They are holding "BTS WORLD TOUR 'ARIRANG' IN LIMA" at Estadio San Marcos in Lima, Peru, on October 7 and October 9–10 (local time).

Earlier, BTS members also voiced their distress regarding invasions of privacy during their North American tour.

Following their concert in Baltimore, United States, on August 11 (local time), V and JUNGKOOK shared an anecdote during a Weverse Live about encountering around 20 fans after visiting their hotel gym at around 2 a.m.

JUNGKOOK remarked, "I've never seen people working out at dawn while on tour," suspecting that they had come to see them. V drew a line by noting that while coming for the purpose of working out is fine, people shouldn't disturb each other. JUNGKOOK firmly stated, "Don't just stare; whether you're lifting dumbbells or looking at exercise equipment, please focus on your own posture and workout. Isn't this our private life?"

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Park Ji-hyun and Jung Won-gyu, who reunited with plans for marriage following the conclusion of TVING's "EXchange Season 4", have ultimately broken up.

On October 7, Park Ji-hyun personally announced their breakup in a video titled "Tokyo 3-Day 2-Night Vlog | And the Story I Want to Share…" uploaded to her YouTube channel.

She began, "Over the past few weeks, so many people have been curious about my relationship with (Jung) Won-gyu oppa. Since so many fans supported us, I thought it was only right for me to speak about it directly." She continued, "Won-gyu oppa and I have talked and agreed not to see each other anymore," sharing that they have brought their romantic relationship to an end.

She did not disclose the specific reason for the breakup. Park explained, "I believe not talking about the reason we broke up is out of consideration for the other person and respect for the time we loved each other." She also expressed her hope that Jung Won-gyu would not be harmed or hurt by this video.

She also opened up about her feelings following the breakup. Park said, "It would be a lie to say I was completely fine after breaking up. There were difficult times, and there were heartbreaking moments. Although our relationship as lovers has ended, as a person, I genuinely hope he does well, stays happy, and lives a good life." She added, "If I meet someone in the future, I want to live while loving honestly with my own heart."

Previously, Park Ji-hyun and Jung Won-gyu had broken up once while preparing for marriage, but they reunited after appearing on "EXchange 4". The two chose each other in the program's final selection to restart their relationship, and Jung previously shared, "We got back together with the mindset of 'let's get married,'" confirming they were dating with marriage in mind. A song the two frequently listened to on "EXchange 4" also gained significant popularity, even climbing back up the music charts.

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Director Cho Chul-hyun, who helmed the film "The King's Letters", has passed away after battling cancer. He was 67 years old.

According to film industry sources on October 8, Director Cho Chul-hyun passed away earlier that day at around 1:00 AM.

Born in 1959, Director Cho entered the film industry in 1987 upon joining the Korea Movie Distribution Corporation. Starting that year, he established himself as a prominent translator in Korean cinema, translating around 600 foreign films.

Later, alongside Director Lee Joon-ik and the late CEO Jung Seung-hye, he was compared to Liu Bei, Zhang Fei, and Guan Yu, forming a "troika" of Korean film planning that led fresh and highly artistic concept-driven movies across the industry.

Director Cho planned, produced, and penned the screenplays for numerous works, including "Once Upon a Time in a Battlefield", "The Spy", "Anarchists", "Battlefield Heroes", "Sunny", "Blades of Blood", and "The Throne".

Recently, after overseeing the directing, screenplay, and adaptation for "The King's Letters", he went on to plan and write the script for "Canvas of Blood". For "The Throne", he won Best Screenplay at the 35th Korean Association of Film Critics Awards, the 2nd Korean Film Producers Association Awards (2015), and the 21st Chunsa Film Art Awards (2016).

A memorial altar has been prepared in Room 303 of the Korea University Anam Hospital Funeral Home. The casketing ceremony will take place on October 9 at 3:00 PM. The funeral procession is scheduled for October 10 at 7:00 AM, with the final resting place at Seoul Memorial Park.

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Actor Kim Goeun attends the "31st Busan International Film Festival - Actors House" event held at Shinsegae Department Store Centum City in Haeundae-gu, Busan, on the afternoon of October 8.

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Actor Kim Goeun takes part in a talk session at the "31st Busan International Film Festival - Actors' House" event held at Shinsegae Department Store Centum City in Haeundae-gu, Busan, on the afternoon of October 8.

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On the afternoon of October 8, actor Lee Jae-wook is seated in the audience watching the event as the Open Talk for the series "Dead-End Job" takes place at the Busan Cinema Center in Haeundae-gu, Busan, during the 31st Busan International Film Festival.

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Actor Kim Minha attends the Open Talk for the series "Dead-End Job" at the Busan Cinema Center in Haeundae-gu, Busan, on the afternoon of October 8 during the 31st Busan International Film Festival.

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Director Na Hong-jin, who has established himself as one of Korean cinema's defining filmmakers with "The Chaser," "The Yellow Sea," "The Wailing," and "HOPE," shared the driving force behind how he developed his unique cinematic style.

Attending the 31st Busan International Film Festival (BIFF) Master Class titled "Na Hong-jin: He Is the Genre," held on the morning of October 8 at the Cultural Hall of Shinsegae Department Store in Haeundae-gu, Busan, Director Na was asked by an audience member: "You seem to have an exceptional ability to express stories in your own way and style depending on the film you want to make. Having once dreamed of becoming a manhwa artist, I wonder whether you try to bring in the strengths of other media alongside cinema, or if you focus on bringing out film's intrinsic sensibilities."

To this, he began, "I make sure to embody and internalize it unconditionally."

He then elaborated on his personal filmmaking philosophy: "I try not to let myself be defined or boxed into anything. My principle is that if it happens naturally, it happens, and if not, I don't force it. I don't try hard to remember things, nor do I try hard to take notes. If something is truly good, my subconscious will have picked up on it. I believe that only what has been internalized without me even realizing it truly belongs to me; otherwise, it belongs to someone else."

He also pushed back against being labeled a "perfectionist director," saying, "I'm just the type of person who gets bothered if there's a stray grain of rice stuck somewhere and wants to pick it off; I'm definitely not someone who strives for perfection. However, I do dislike decisions that are too predictable."

During the session, Director Na spent about 60 minutes sharing earnest reflections on his upbringing that shaped who he is today, his screenwriting approach, film production, and directing philosophy.

Unlike standard press interviews or audience Q&A sessions, the event heightened immersion by having him candidly share his prepared thoughts on cinema first before taking questions from attendees. Some of the stories drew close attention as intimate confessions never before shared in a public setting.

Concluding the roughly 90-minute Master Class, Director Na offered warm parting words: "Knowing that many students attend the Busan International Film Festival, I gave an overall overview of the way I make films, though I think even this might bring varied opinions. It was truly an honor to be with everyone today. Have a wonderful day and enjoy your time at the film festival."

Director Na drew 4.59 million moviegoers nationwide this year with his screen comeback "HOPE," his first film in 10 years. At the 35th Buil Film Awards held on October 7, the film took home a total of five trophies, including Best Director, Best New Actress, Best Supporting Actor, Best Cinematography, and Best Art Direction. 

(SBS Entertainment News | Kim Ji-hye)

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