Kim You-jung captivates audiences with her portrayal of a 'two-faced' actress in the drama 'Dear X.' In this role, she plays Baek Ah-jin, a fallen actress caught in a love triangle with two men.
On the 19th, the outdoor stage greeting for the TVING original drama 'Dear X,' invited to the 'On Screen' section of the 30th Busan International Film Festival, took place at the Busan Cinema Center in Udong.
'Dear X' tells the story of Baek Ah-jin, a woman who wears a mask to escape hell and reach the top, and the 'X's she cruelly tramples on. The event was attended by producer Kim Yoon-hee and actors Kim You-jung, Kim Young-dae, Kim Do-hoon, and Lee Yul-eum.
Kim You-jung described her character, saying, "The genre is a destructive melodrama suspense. She is the person who provides and leads the cause. She is someone who lives wearing a mask, using any means necessary to achieve what she wants."
Kim Young-dae, who plays Yoon Joon-seo, said, "He is a person solely devoted to Ah-jin. He plays a role similar to a guardian angel, believing that his way of loving will save her. Please watch with that direction in mind." Kim Do-hoon, who plays Kim Jae-oh, added, "Jae-oh's existence is Baek Ah-jin due to childhood trauma. He acts solely for Ah-jin. For Kim Jae-oh, there's no going back, only moving forward."
Lee Yul-eum, who plays Im Re-na, explained, "She meets Ah-jin in high school, causing conflict. She is a character who starts the drama. Unlike the original, the character is portrayed more richly."
Regarding viewing points, Lee Yul-eum noted, "I watched a few episodes in advance. Each time, I was amazed by You-jung's beauty. You can enjoy not only her acting but also her stunning visuals." Kim Do-hoon added, "There are many actors you will love." Kim Young-dae teased, "In episodes 1 and 2, pay close attention to the relationships of the four people standing here, and you might feel a bit of catharsis." Kim You-jung highlighted, "It's a work by director Lee Eung-bok, whom everyone has probably seen at least once. His direction is the biggest charm and joy."
Producer Kim added, "You will feel a strange pleasure that you can't hate or love this woman, nor can you stop her." He continued, "You will feel immense charm in the different ways the two male actors express their love."
Busan - Reporter Kim Ji-won, Ten Asia bella@tenasia.co.kr