[Interview] Yoona "Thank You for the Positive Response to 'Confidential Assignment 2', Girls' Generation, and 'Big Mouth'"

'Confidential Assignment 2: International' Min-yeok Role Yoona
From Screen Debut to Sequel in 5 Years

Yoona/Photo by SM Entertainment

[Asia Economy Reporter Lee Isul] "My schedule is packed, so my stamina is dropping. It would be great to enjoy it in better condition, but it's a bit disappointing. Still, I'm grateful that the various activities are receiving good responses."

Actress Yoona (Im Yoona, 32), who is balancing movies, dramas, and group activities, shared this while managing her busy schedule.

In an interview held on the morning of the 6th ahead of the release of the movie Confidential Assignment 2: International (Director Lee Seok-hoon, 'Confidential Assignment 2'), Yoona said, "I try to do the given work diligently," adding, "That energy is the driving force behind the continuous love I receive."

The 2017 hit Confidential Assignment, which attracted 7.81 million viewers, returns with a sequel after five years. Confidential Assignment 2 depicts the story of North Korean detective Lim Cheol-ryeong (Hyun Bin), South Korean detective Kang Jin-tae (Yoo Hae-jin), and new face FBI agent Jack (Daniel Henney) coming together with their own goals to conduct a triangular joint investigation to catch a global crime organization.

Yoona, who debuted on the big screen with the first film, called it a "meaningful work" and said, "My acting career is divided before and after Confidential Assignment." She added, "It was the first time I felt like family while filming with seniors. I was looking forward to the sequel filming more because it was comfortable."

Yoona plays Min-young, Jin-tae's sister-in-law who is honest with her emotions. She blindly pursues the one she likes. When asked about her real self, she said, "I am quite clear about what I like and dislike," adding, "Sometimes I get attracted to a certain charm slowly and fall for it late."

Regarding Hyun Bin, with whom she worked again in the sequel, Yoona said, "He is a senior whose presence alone is a source of support." She added, "He treats me comfortably and warmly, to the point where I call him brother-in-law in everyday life."

About the newly joined Daniel Henney, she said, "He is gentle and acts well. He speaks Korean well, so there was no communication problem at all. On set, we joked around and had a harmonious atmosphere."

Yoona, who reunited with the group Girls' Generation after five years, said, "It was touching." She continued, "When recording or going on stage, I felt 'Ah, this is Girls' Generation,' which brought back fresh emotions. The cheering during music shows was very loud, which gave me strength."

Regarding the popularity of the MBC drama Big Mouth, which is airing successfully with record-breaking weekly ratings, Yoona responded, "I'm grateful." She laughed, saying, "I didn't expect it to receive such great love that everyone I meet asks who the real Big Mouth is." About her co-star Lee Jong-suk, she said, "He is an actor who acts delicately, focuses, and is professional."

Yoona said, "I'm thankful just for the movie to be released, and since it will be shown during the Chuseok holiday, I hope many people will watch it."

She also expressed her desire to appear in more works. She said, "I set goals and work hard to achieve growth in this project. If I meet an interesting character, I want to challenge it as much as possible."

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