Writer Im Seong-han: "Even after watching 'Again and Again,' I couldn't sleep... I thought, 'I'm going crazy,' and checked myself into the emergency room" [Eom Eun-hyang]

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Writer Im Seong-han (Phoebe) publicly shared her voice with the public for the first time in 36 years.

On the 17th, Im Seong-han appeared as a telephone guest on the 1st million subscriber commemorative live broadcast of YouTuber Eom Eun-hyang's YouTube channel 'Eom Eun-hyang'.

While stating "I am not a writer who writes with pus", she also revealed that "'Again and Again' took two years to prepare. Living only at home and napping occasionally, she eventually lost the ability to sleep. 'I thought, 'I'm going crazy,' 'and 'that I was developing a mental disorder', so I voluntarily checked myself into a general hospital at 11 p.m.," she disclosed her struggles as a writer.

She said, "In the emergency room, they gave me a few sleeping pills. Even after taking the first dose and feeling unsteady, I couldn't sleep. It was extremely painful. I now understand that people who take sleeping pills do not die peacefully."

After the pre-production environment for dramas was established, Im Seong-han "said, 'I can live on,'" showing great satisfaction. She also mentioned that in her recent works, she focused mainly on weekend dramas, stating, "After writing daily dramas, writing weekend dramas was like child's play for me." When Eom Eun-hyang asked, "'How long did it take to write the script for 'Doctor Slump''?," Im Seong-han "replied that it took about 18 months initially, followed by a revision period for censorship and other adjustments."

Im Seong-han revealed that she works on a desktop computer rather than a laptop, stating, "A laptop keyboard doesn't suit me. I use an old desktop keyboard."

When Eom Eun-hyang praised Im Seong-han's sense of humor that she had imitated, Im Seong-han "said, 'I don't like bears. I like foxes,'" eliciting laughter.

Im Seong-han attributed her guest appearance that day to divine help, stating, 'It was God who helped me.' He added, "As I have lived,' the saying 'Divine Providence' fits perfectly. The fact that I was able to speak with Eom Eun-hyang today was also God's doing. I worked hard to catch God's attention, and that is how I got here. Anyone who wants to succeed should do their best with a kind heart, and God will make it happen." He offered this advice.

He continued, "And one must not be arrogant. I tell my actors this:' 'The moment you raise your head thinking you are great, you will be cut by a blade. Never be arrogant.'' Only then can you last long. It could be God or Buddha, but I believe in a higher power. Just believe in that and live diligently. That is the truth." He also added, "The fact that I can still write at this age is also due to heaven's help. I am fine now, but I could suddenly fall ill, so I must do my best, live hard, and not harm others. Still, some things are unavoidable."

Earlier, Eom Eun-hyang announced on her SNS: "'Eom Eun-hyang' channel is holding its first live broadcast to commemorate 1 million subscribers. We currently have 3.56 million subscribers, and I apologize for the late notice. We will be hosting writer Im Seong-han as a special guest for the first live broadcast. This is not a false announcement. It is surprisingly true. Writer Im Seong-han contacted us. I will share all the behind-the-scenes stories during the live broadcast." She shared the news of the joint live broadcast with Im Seong-han.

Im Seong-han debuted in 1990 with the KBS Drama Special 'Standing in the Maze' and has since written dramas including 'Again and Again', 'The King of the Land', 'The Handmaiden', 'Queen of the Flower', 'Oh My God', and 'Ahyeon-dong Lady'. Currently, the TV Chosun weekend drama 'Doctor Slump' is airing.

As the 'Godmother of Melodramas', her works are known for their unique worldviews and bold scenes, which has sparked public curiosity about Im Seong-han herself. Each of her works has dealt with 'ghosts', and rumors about her receiving a divine possession, her declaration to stop writing, and her subsequent return have never ceased.

Notably, Im Seong-han is famous for avoiding any exposure of her face throughout her career. Even actors who have appeared in her works have revealed that they never saw her face directly, communicating mostly via phone or other means. Thus, her first public appearance of her face today has become a major topic of discussion.

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