Lee Dong-wook "Lived Alone for a Long Time... Similar to the Role in 'Single in Seoul'" (Comprehensive)

Movie 'Single in Seoul' Press Screening

Actors Lee Dong-wook and Im Soo-jung unfold a realistic romance in the movie 'Single in Seoul.' The two, who briefly met as ex-lovers in a drama, reunite in a romantic storyline in the film.

On the afternoon of the 14th, at the press screening of the movie 'Single in Seoul' (directed by Park Beom-soo) held at Lotte Cinema Konkuk University in Jayang-dong, Gwangjin-gu, Seoul, Lee Dong-wook responded to the nickname "Nation's Ex-Boyfriend" by saying, "This is the first time I've ever heard that," adding, "To be called the ex-boyfriend of Im Soo-jung and Esom in the film, I feel really lucky."

Lee Dong-wook (left) and Lim Soo-jung
[Photo by Lotte Entertainment]

Having appeared as Im Soo-jung's ex-boyfriend in the drama and Esom's ex-boyfriend in this movie, Lee Dong-wook said with a laugh, "An ex-boyfriend is just an ex-boyfriend. If it had been good, he wouldn't be an ex. Since love failed, isn't he an ex-boyfriend?" He continued, "The key point is the wistful and hurt appearance, as if being lost in the past." He added, "I hope the audience immerses themselves in it."

Set to be released on the 29th, 'Single in Seoul' tells the story of a power influencer who enjoys being alone and a publishing editor who dislikes being alone, as they create a book about single life. The film is directed by Park Beom-soo, who also directed 'Red Carpet' (2014).

Lee Dong-wook plays Young-ho, a power influencer and essay instructor who enjoys being alone. He said, "It resembles my real life pattern. Like Young-ho, I live alone and have been single for quite some time. The single life of resting, eating what I want, and watching TV whenever I want is similar." He added, "However, unlike Young-ho, I don't shout that 'anyone who doesn't live alone is guilty.'"

Still from 'Single in Seoul'
[Photo by Lotte Entertainment]

Lee Dong-wook made a surprise appearance as Im Soo-jung's boyfriend in the drama 'Search: WWW' (2019). He said, "I felt regretful when I appeared as a cameo. At that time, I had a good feeling with Im Soo-jung and wanted to act together again someday, so the opportunity came quickly."

He continued, "Im Soo-jung is a detailed and meticulous actress. She played a role of asking the director, 'What do you think about this part?' I received help from her. She is a good partner and an excellent actress."

In response, Im Soo-jung said, "Lee Dong-wook has a wide acting spectrum. He acts well with his feet on the ground. He is cheerful, relaxed, and a flexible actor."

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