[Interview①] 'Aebigyuhwan' Jung Su-jeong "Acting is always difficult, but I tend to enjoy the set"

[Asia Economy Reporter Lee Isul] Actress Jung Soojung (Krystal) shared her thoughts on presenting her first feature film with director Choi Hana.

On the morning of the 5th, Jung Soojung spoke about various aspects of the film during an interview held at a cafe in Samcheong-dong, Jongno-gu, Seoul, ahead of the release of the movie "Abbiyugwan" (Director Choi Hana).

That day, Jung Soojung recalled director Choi Hana, saying, "I met her without any prior information, but we connected from the very first meeting. She was very petite and cute. When I asked her age, it turned out there was only a three-year difference between us."

She continued, "When our eyes met, I felt it. They say 'Assa' (Outsider) recognizes another 'Assa,' and I felt we were similar. We shared many tastes in movies. She felt like a friend."

When asked if she considered herself an 'Assa,' Jung Soojung laughed and said, "The director told me that. I tend to be shy around many strangers, so maybe that's why she saw me that way. I didn't know the concepts of 'Inssa' and 'Assa,' but the director explained it to me."

Jung Soojung added, "Since it was both the director's and my first feature film, we encouraged each other with 'Let's do well' and strengthened our determination."

Regarding her portrayal of a pregnant woman, Jung Soojung said, "I asked pregnant sisters around me how they hold their belly, but there wasn't much difference. When I actually wore the belly prosthetic, my legs naturally spread apart, and sitting down was uncomfortable. Because of the weight, even though it was fake, I naturally held my belly when standing up."

She added, "We prepared many scenes. The director and I had many meetings and readings in advance." Jung Soojung, who appeared in front of the camera without makeup for the role, said with a smile, "I did apply BB cream. That's a courtesy."

She emphasized, "That's the real thing," and said, "Pregnant women can dress up, but considering the character Toil's personality, she wouldn't be someone who dresses up. I didn't care about the external appearance and acted comfortably. I didn't even do makeup touch-ups and could focus solely on acting."

Jung Soojung, who debuted in 2009 as a member of the group f(x) and has been active as a singer and actress for 12 years, answered "It's always difficult" when asked about acting. She continued, "I think I've expressed enough to some extent, but sometimes it looks insufficient on screen. That's what's difficult. I always wonder how much to touch upon," but added brightly, "The joy and fun are greater."

Jung Soojung cited the filming set as a major reason for acting. She said, "I liked and enjoyed the filming set. The sets for 'Abbiyugwan' and 'Search' were all good, and I am close with the people there. When the set is enjoyable, acting is also enjoyable and comfortable," and added honestly, "I want to meet the actors again, and if I'm having a hard time, I say so."

Starting with sitcoms "Bolsurok Aegyo Manjeom" and "High Kick! The Short Legs Strike Back," and dramas such as "The Heirs," "Bride of the Water God 2017," "Prison Playbook," and "Player," when asked which work she found most enjoyable as an actress, she chose PD Shin Won-ho's "Prison Playbook."

Jung Soojung said, "It was a work I did after taking a few years off from acting and then doing 'Bride of the Water God.' It was a very realistic character. Most of the actors at that time were veterans with theater experience. I received energy I hadn't felt before. It was amazing and cool. Maybe that was reflected in the drama. Just sitting there, I was influenced. It made me think more seriously about acting."

"Abbiyugwan" is a farce that vividly depicts the journey of Toil, a college student who becomes pregnant from a fiery love and seeks out her biological father before her wedding. Jung Soojung plays Toil, who is fearless, unshaken easily, and recklessly proactive and brave in doing what she wants. The film opens on November 12.

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