'Love Prescription' Jin Se-yeon: "As expected, I'm a 'quiet attention-seeker'... Worried about many new actors emerging while taking a 4-year break" [★FULL Interview]

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"I even wondered what I would have done if I hadn't acted. Since there was nothing else I could do, I felt I had to work hard at this profession. Even if I didn't act, I realized I couldn't live away from the public's gaze. I think I'm a 'quiet attention-seeker.' So when I got the chance to star in a KBS weekend drama this time, I was so happy."

Actor Jin Se-yeon shared her thoughts on the conclusion of 'Love Prescription'.

Jin Se-yeon recently met with StarNews for an interview following the conclusion of the KBS 2TV weekend drama 'Love Prescription' (script by Park Ji-sook, directed by Han Jun-seo, hereinafter 'Love Prescription').

'Love Prescription' is a family makeup drama about two families entangled in bad fate for 30 years who clear up misunderstandings, embrace each other's wounds, and are ultimately reborn as one family.

Jin Se-yeon played Gong Ju-a, a former medical school student and currently a clothing designer at Taehan Group. Gong Ju-a charged forward relentlessly toward her dreams and convictions, yet displayed an endlessly clear and pure charm in front of love. Especially when she faced the crisis of being fired due to an unexpected accident, she broke through head-on with her unique positive power. After 14 years since the drama 'The Masked Lady', Jin Se-yeon shared screen time with actor Park Ki-woong in 'Love Prescription', presenting a 'modern-day Romeo and Juliet'. Park Ki-woong played Yang Hyun-bin, the executive director of Taehan Group's Fashion Division.

Jin Se-yeon debuted in 2010 with the SBS drama 'It's Okay, Daddy-Daughter' and has since appeared in dramas such as 'The Masked Lady', 'Age of Passion: The Birth of a Hero', 'Doctor Stranger', 'Flowers of the Prison', 'Grand Prince: A Love Story', 'Selection: War of Women', and the film 'Incheon Landing Operation'.

"What are your thoughts on the conclusion of 'Love Prescription'? It was a long journey of 50 episodes."

▶"When I was tired, I thought, 'When will this end?' But when it finally ended, I thought, 'I should have worked harder.' It had been a while since I did a long work, and my physical strength felt different. I started making sure to take ginseng and energy drinks."

"Was it an honor to participate as the lead in a KBS weekend drama, and were you not burdened?"

▶"I thought, 'If not now, when will the opportunity come?' I happened to want to do a family drama. In the past, parents in works often passed away early, so I wanted to do a KBS weekend drama even more."

"Do you feel an increase in recognition after doing a KBS weekend drama?"

▶"Even my mother's acquaintances and friends' parents watched it a lot. My parents watched with me while being nervous, and it was gratifying that my uncles and aunts seemed to enjoy it."

"How did you view the viewers' reaction to this work?"

▶"I checked Naver Talk. I felt good when people said about my character, 'She's pretty,' and 'Gong Ju is cute.'"

"It has been a while since you presented a new work after 'Eraser of Bad Memories'."

▶"Looking back at the preparation period for 'Eraser of Bad Memories', this is my first new work in 4 years. I was so nervous during the first shoot. The first scene involved eating chicken feet at a food stall set, and since I originally can't eat chicken feet, it wasn't easy. I felt the same kind of trembling as when I was a rookie after such a long time. With a 4-year break, I became worried seeing many new actors emerge."

"You must have had many thoughts during your hiatus."

▶"I even wondered what I would have done if I hadn't acted. Since there was nothing else I could do, I felt I had to work hard at this profession. Even if I didn't act, I realized I couldn't live away from the public's gaze. I think I'm a 'quiet attention-seeker.' So when I got the chance to star in a KBS weekend drama this time, I was so happy."

"The environment for viewership ratings of KBS weekend dramas has been difficult recently."

▶"Still, having consistent ratings gave me relief. There were comments that the ratings were disappointing, but I think it was due to environmental reasons rather than our work specifically."

"How much do you think your character Gong Ju-a resembles your actual personality?"

▶"The name of the character Gong Ju-a itself was so nice. The synopsis wasn't exactly like me at first. Giving up medical school and taking another path required a lot of backbone, which I don't think I have to that extent, and the mother-daughter relationship was also drawn uniquely. Since I am a daughter in a family anyway, I tried to show my authentic self as much as possible. I tried to show cuteness well in scenes involving romance and family."

"What was the most difficult scene while acting?"

▶"In the latter part, when the romance with Hyun-bin starts again, it was difficult to act out the scene where she refuses marriage. I had to act while looking confused as I told Hyun-bin, 'Can't we just date?'"

"When do you actually want to get married?"

▶"I think it would be great if it doesn't happen too late. All my friends who are not celebrities have already gotten married, and surprisingly, my parents wanted me to get married naturally."

"How did you act out the mother-in-law and daughter-in-law relationship in the drama?"

▶"I think such a mother-in-law and daughter-in-law relationship is fantasy. I wish for a relationship with a mother-in-law that close to unfold. Although there are no daughters-in-law like daughters, I hope it was a comfortable relationship."

"How was the acting chemistry with actor Park Ki-woong in 'Love Prescription'? It has been 14 years since 'The Masked Lady', and meeting as co-stars in 'Love Prescription' must have brought mixed feelings."

▶"We acted comfortably without feeling awkward even when we were in the same space. We contacted each other from time to time, and I once went to an art exhibition with him. It was strange to act together after such a long time. Oppa told me, 'You definitely have become more experienced,' but I think I didn't have much leisure in the past."

"In reality, could you push through marriage in a situation like 'Romeo and Juliet'?"

▶"I think it would be difficult. That's why while filming, I envled Da-ri (played by Choi Dae-cheol)."

"How was the atmosphere during the final shoot?"

▶"Senior actresses Kim Mi-sook and Yoo Ho-jeong treated me like a real mother, so I cried a lot. As soon as we said 'Okay' during the final shoot, tears came out. The director tried to tease me but ended up crying with me."

"Did your values change while filming 'Love Prescription'?"

▶"Meeting such wonderful seniors made me think, 'I want to become a wonderful adult like them.' KBS weekend dramas use large dressing rooms. Teacher Kim Mi-sook did shuffle dance, and teacher Yoo Ho-jeong took good care of food. They were excellent in their main jobs and taught us technically as well. I want to be a cute yet cool senior."

"Your sense of responsibility must have increased as the lead."

▶"I am the youngest at home, but on set, there were more and more friends younger than me. I started worrying about what I could do so they wouldn't feel uncomfortable."

"In reality, what kind of daughter are you?"

▶"I try to get along with my mom like a friend. Even if I don't act too cute, I try to stay close to her in the living room. I also get along well with my older brother since we are only three years apart."

"If there is anything that changed while doing this work?"

▶"I studied English more and tried golf, so it seems my lifestyle pattern has become healthier. I felt it was a waste to just spend time day by day."

"What are your current interests for actor Jin Se-yeon?"

▶"I want to play golf well. I also shop at Olive Young often. I like looking at makeup products. I'm not quite a 'cosmetics addict' (codeok), but I am very interested in makeup products."

"We are also curious about the secret to maintaining your consistently elegant and beautiful appearance."

▶"I look for basic products at Olive Young. Recently, I've been particularly looking for blushers. Since I check ingredients before using basic items, I don't necessarily use expensive ones."

"You called yourself a 'quiet attention-seeker'."

▶"Rather than showing off to get attention, I would prefer people to notice me on their own. I originally wouldn't do Instagram based on my personality, but I try harder when working on a project."

"Before debuting as an actor, there was a preparation period for a girl group."

▶"It lasted about six months, and there were many people who did very well. Actors get immediate results through their filmography, so I think I got a great opportunity. It felt especially good as an actor when one of my works received support. In this work too, we were supported by our couple fans, which gave us strength."

"You were called 'Jamwon-dong Yuna' at your debut, and you are also known as a beautiful-looking actress."

▶"When I did my first interview after debuting, the reporter said, 'You are Jamwon-dong Yuna,' and suddenly that title came out. (Laughs) They said since I didn't appear well on screen, my real appearance must be better. I started dermatological care late."

"What adjective do you want to attach to yourself now?"

▶"I don't think the characters and works I want are becoming clearer yet. I try to work hard with what is given and have become less obsessed with any specific role."

"What are your future personal plans?"

▶"I am planning to rest and play. Since traveling only once after COVID-19, I want to travel diligently. My MBTI is ISFP, so I try to move as much as possible. I am considering Japan, Australia, and resort destinations evenly."

"You currently have an elegant image, but what kind of actor do you want to become?"

▶"An elegant image might not be appealing in some ways, so I also want to try sophisticated acting. If I did standard acting through this weekend drama, I want to play various roles in various places such as OTT in the future. I want to do comfortable and modern works like 'Reply 1988'. I want to try various acting styles including thrillers and comedies."

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