Oh Seong-woo on the conclusion of 'Creepy Romance': "Discovered a new side of myself through 'Creepy Romance'" [Q&A]

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Actor Oh Seong-woo shared his thoughts on the conclusion of 'Creepy Romance'.

In tvN's Friday-Saturday drama 'Creepy Romance', which concluded on the 23rd, Oh Seong-woo portrayed Kang Min-hwan, the heir to the CL Raymond Group. He delivered a nuanced performance as a character who stops at nothing to achieve his goals.

Oh Seong-woo brought the character to life by subtly shifting his gaze, tone of voice, and expressions in line with the story's progression, seamlessly blending into the role. In particular, he masterfully portrayed everything from Kang Min-hwan's outwardly relaxed demeanor to his inner anxiety and uncontrollable emotional outbursts, earning praise from viewers.

Having successfully completed his first villain role through 'Creepy Romance', Oh Seong-woo showed another dimension of himself as an actor through Kang Min-hwan. As he bids farewell to the drama, he shared a Q&A with heartfelt thanks to the audience.

Below is the full text of Oh Seong-woo's Q&A.

Q: The final episode of 'Creepy Romance' has aired. What are your thoughts on completing the drama?

A: It feels like I just finished filming, yet it's already over, and that reality hasn't fully sunk in. Since this was my first attempt at playing a villain, I had many worries before the broadcast even started and was quite nervous about how viewers would receive it. Throughout the airing, I am sincerely grateful that everyone loved Kang Min-hwan and also hated him so much. Even though it was my first villain role, the fact that so many people remember the character made this a truly meaningful experience for me.

Q: How do you define Kang Min-hwan? What did you consider most important while portraying him?

A: I believe Min-hwan is a character defined by 'lack'. It seems he became who he is through various forms of lack — the love he never received from his mother during childhood, and the longing for a woman he had loved for a long time. Because of this, Min-hwan strives with all his might to get what he wants, but due to the lack that has controlled him since childhood, he ended up taking a wrong path instead of the right one. As Min-hwan's sense of lack grew, I tried my best to show how his actions became increasingly misguided.

Q: Were there any fun episodes during filming?

A: I remember a time when we filmed scenes depicting Min-hwan's past while wearing school uniforms. It felt awkward to wear them, and I even wondered if it was appropriate, but I recall laughing and having a pleasant time on set. I paid attention to hairstyles and outfits to look like a high school student, and I'm glad they turned out better than expected on screen. Fans also seem to enjoy seeing me in a school uniform, so it was an enjoyable shoot to be able to show that side of myself once again through 'Creepy Romance'.

Q: Do you have a favorite line from the drama?

A: The scene where Min-hwan, imprisoned in jail, speaks to his mother stands out most in my memory. When his mother visits him, he says, "I'm scared. How will you look at me?" I believe this is the moment when Min-hwan most honestly reveals his true feelings. It was the only time the usually strong Min-hwan appeared vulnerable. It was also heartbreaking to see Min-hwan, who had longed for his mother's love throughout his life, finally open up and embrace each other only after everything fell apart.

Q: Was there a scene in which you felt Kang Min-hwan's actions were truly unbearable?

A: While I believe all of Min-hwan's evil deeds were wrong, the scenes where he drives his younger brother Ji-hwan to death and where he loses control and acts wrongly due to anger at Park Seung-jae's blackmail were particularly difficult for me. In both scenes, I felt that Min-hwan's emotions reached their peak, causing him to drop his mask and reveal his true self after hiding it all along. Ultimately, those emotions and choices led to irreversible consequences. Even when I first read the script, these moments weighed heavily on me, but seeing them again through the broadcast made my heart feel even heavier.

Q: Kang Min-hwan's character changed significantly between the early and late parts of the drama. What efforts did you make to portray such an extreme transformation?

A: Min-hwan is not someone who easily shows emotional fluctuations; he is more accustomed to hiding his feelings than revealing them. Therefore, the emotional changes in Min-hwan during the latter half needed to feel even more extreme. In the beginning, I tried to show as much of Min-hwan's calm demeanor as possible. As things gradually went awry and his true colors began to emerge, I worked hard to convey his transformation through voice tone, gaze, and walking style. It was both gratifying and heartwarming to see viewers notice and respond to these changes in Min-hwan.

Q: Are there any characters or genres you would like to try in the future?

A: If given the opportunity, I want to challenge myself across various works without being limited by genre or role. There are still many things I haven't experienced yet, and through this drama, I also discovered a new side of myself. I'm curious about what kind of image I can show you next and how you will receive it (laughs).

Q: Finally, please say something to the viewers who loved 'Creepy Romance'.

A: It was a meaningful experience to be able to show a new side of myself through Min-hwan, my first villain role. I sincerely thank all the viewers who watched until the end, and I will strive to present diverse images through more works in the future. Thank you once again.

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