[Interview②] Nam Joo-hyuk on 'Josee' Press Conference Tears: Immersed in Role, Emotions Overflowed

[Asia Economy Reporter Lee Isul] Actor Nam Joo-hyuk recalled that he shed tears during the production presentation, saying, "I was overwhelmed with emotion."

Nam Joo-hyuk shared stories about the film 'Josee' (directed by Kim Jong-kwan) during an online video interview held on the 7th.

'Josee' is a film depicting the most radiant moments shared by Josee (played by Han Ji-min), whose name is unforgettable from the day they first met, and Young-seok (Nam Joo-hyuk). The film is directed by Kim Jong-kwan, who also directed 'Worst Woman' and 'The Table.'

On this day, Nam Joo-hyuk emphasized, "I wanted to portray the ordinary life of a young man living in the same neighborhood. I acted with the intention of showing him as ordinary and delicate, like a character in a documentary."

Playing Young-seok, who enters Josee's world, Nam Joo-hyuk said, "As I immersed myself in Young-seok's world, I felt the desire to show Josee the outside world. I thought most about wanting to show her various worlds beyond just staying at home."

He added, "Josee had a charm that made you want to keep talking. Young-seok is very kind and someone who listens and empathizes with others. Josee is someone who wants to keep telling stories. Maybe that's why Young-seok kept approaching her," he reflected.

Nam Joo-hyuk expressed satisfaction, saying, "I think the relationships in Josee were shown a little as much as we expected and worked hard for. I was able to smile because I acted without regrets."

Earlier, Nam Joo-hyuk drew attention when he suddenly burst into tears during the online production presentation of 'Josee' held on November 17.

After the trailer was released, Nam Joo-hyuk was caught on camera breaking down in tears as if overwhelmed with emotion. Although he seemed to calm down shortly after, Han Ji-min, who was sitting next to him, also shed tears, causing the production presentation to be temporarily halted. The two wiped their tears and composed themselves.

Regarding this, Nam Joo-hyuk said, "I want to apologize once again," which brought laughter.

Nam Joo-hyuk explained, "I was busy working, so I watched the making-of video of 'Josee' for the first time during the production presentation. The filming process unfolded in chronological order, and I could really feel Young-seok's emotions," adding, "I’m sorry for making a mistake because I was overwhelmed with emotion. I think I was very immersed."

'Josee' will be released on December 10.

Photo = Warner Bros. Korea

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