'Scandal' Ji Chang-wook: "No Scene with Son Ye-jin That Doesn't Feel Breathless... You'll Sense the Tension" [Photoshoot]

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Actor Ji Chang-wook discussed his on-screen chemistry with Son Ye-jin in 'Scandal'.

Fashion magazine 'Elle' released Ji Chang-wook's October issue photoshoot on the 21st. This photoshoot, themed "Ji Chang-wook's Night," captured a wide range of charms—from cold and sharp to tender and soft.

In an interview conducted after the photoshoot, they discussed Netflix's recently released original series 'Scandal'. Playing Jo Won, Korea's greatest lover in the drama, Ji Chang-wook explained his process for developing the character: "I tried not to exaggerate or add extra elements to portray him as a lover. Instead, I let his attitude and actions naturally emerge."

He continued, "Jo Won is a complex and difficult man. It was fun to express him as a character whose true nature remains unknown until the end, though it was also quite challenging. I completed the role through extensive conversations with director Jeong Ji-woo."

When asked about similarities between Jo Won and himself, he said, "There's no way around it; Ji Chang-wook is inevitably mixed into every moment as I portray this character."

He also touched on his chemistry with Son Ye-jin, who plays Lady Jo. Ji Chang-wook stated, "Every scene where Lady Jo and Jo Won meet is breathless. Every moment is packed tight. We rehearsed meticulously, so viewers will surely feel the precise tension between the two characters even through the screen."

Ji Chang-wook, who has crossed genres from noir and action to romance and period dramas, also shared his honest thoughts on "what it means to act."

He remarked, "It's becoming increasingly difficult because it's hard to define in a single sentence. That's why I always seek help from colleagues. The director, filming, lighting, costumes, makeup, and even the space where I stand are all important."

He added, "I constantly strive to act across genres, but that doesn't mean I can become someone else. Acting ultimately involves receiving help from others, and perhaps the ability to make good use of that help is what defines an actor's skill."

He noted that the most thrilling moments in acting come from chemistry with colleagues. Ji Chang-wook said, "When we communicate well with colleagues and team members to create the best scenes, seeing each other celebrate those moments is the greatest joy of my work," revealing his deep affection for the set.

Regarding his recent daily life, he admitted, "Actually, my current routine is quite boring and monotonous. It even feels uninteresting." Yet he added, "Fortunately, the career I chose remains incredibly fun. Moving forward, I want to steadily progress toward my own standards."

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