[Interview②] Seonghun: "I Didn't Want to Fake It on 'I Live Alone'"

[Lee Isul, Entertainment Reporter]

Actor Seonghoon expressed his special affection for the show "I Live Alone."

On the afternoon of the 19th, Seonghoon shared various stories about the movie "Are You in Love?" (Director Kim Jeongkwon) during an interview held at a cafe in Samcheong-dong, Jongno-gu, Seoul.

Currently, Seonghoon is appearing on MBC's variety program "I Live Alone," revealing his daily life. His genuine and down-to-earth demeanor has received a warm response.

When asked what kind of image viewers like about him on the variety show, Seonghoon replied, "Maybe because I'm honest."

Seonghoon said, "Perhaps they discovered an unexpected side of me. I think there is a bit of a difference between the image I portray as an actor in works and my appearance on variety shows. Since I usually play prickly managers or CEOs in projects, that image has been imprinted on people, but my true self on the variety show might have come across as refreshing."

Recalling the pre-interview photo meeting with the production team before appearing on "I Live Alone," Seonghoon said, "We talked in advance. I told them that if I had to create an image, I couldn't do it. If I was going to do it, I wanted to be honest; otherwise, I wouldn't do it. Of course, I was worried a lot before appearing, but I'm grateful that many people liked it."

He added, "I naturally don't like to dress up. So when there’s no filming, I don’t put on anything. I’m not the type who likes makeup. People around me say I’m someone who shouldn’t be an entertainer," he said with a laugh.

Previously, in an interview, Lee Si-eon stated, "I will appear on 'I Live Alone' until they tell me to leave." Seonghoon nodded and said, "I feel the same way."

He continued, "I want to keep my loyalty as much as I can within my limits. It’s already been three years. It’s not easy to consistently see the variety members, but we’ve been together for years. When there are hard times or good times, we share our worries and sincerely congratulate each other. It really feels like family," showing his affection.

"Are You in Love?" is a fantasy romance depicting the special love story of two very different young people whose lives begin to change magically after encountering a mysterious book that reveals the answers to love. Seonghoon plays Seungjae, a prickly cafe master. The film is a new work by director Kim Jeongkwon, who directed "Ditto" (2000) and "Foolish" (2008). It will be released on March 25.

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