Actor Jung Sang-hoon revealed his love story with his wife.
On the 20th episode of MBN's 'Kim Joo-ha's Day & Night,' aired on the 11th, the show featured insightful real estate information from Song Hee-gu and a hilarious and honest talk with actors Shin Sung-rok and Jung Sang-hoon.
Actors Shin Sung-rok and Jung Sang-hoon, who are co-starring in the musical 'Swing Days: Codename A,' appeared as guests. Shin Sung-rok humorously noted that Jung Sang-hoon often turns a one or two-line dialogue into five or six lines with his unique 'mozzarella' acting style. Jung Sang-hoon responded by sharing a funny moment when he felt comforted by Shin Sung-rok's embrace during a scene, leading to a delightful interaction. The duo even reenacted their 'mozzarella' acting and hug scene on the spot.
The two actors showcased contrasting pre-performance routines. Shin Sung-rok shared that he refrains from speaking for 12 hours to protect his voice, while Jung Sang-hoon manages his voice by not laughing too much. Shin Sung-rok added that he even suppresses laughter and excitement before performances, leading to a comical demonstration of silent laughter and enthusiasm with Jung Sang-hoon.
Shin Sung-rok highlighted a memorable line from 'Swing Days: Codename A,' "Returning to the everyday life where you are," and performed the musical number 'Conviction' to amplify the emotional impact. He also playfully included an ad-lib mentioning "Kim Joo-ha," delighting fans.
Both actors shared their unique paths to becoming actors. Shin Sung-rok, originally an elite basketball player at Whimoon High School and a junior to Seo Jang-hoon, shifted to acting due to injuries. He joined the theater group 'Hakchon' and developed his acting philosophy with the help of senior actor Kim Hee-won. Meanwhile, Jung Sang-hoon, initially an art student, discovered his passion for comedy after hosting a festival, leading him to enroll at Seoul Institute of the Arts and join the 'Comedy Club.' Despite failing the comedian recruitment exam, he debuted as an actor in the sitcom 'How About Me' after a TV producer saw his performance.
Shin Sung-rok, a self-proclaimed workaholic, shared his dedication to acting, never taking a break in over 20 years, and his special bond with fans through Q&A sessions. In contrast, Jung Sang-hoon shared his romantic journey with his wife, who was a fan, overcoming an 11-year age gap. Their love story began when his wife left a message on his Cyworld page after watching the musical 'All Shook Up,' and he replied, "Please say hello before you leave." However, his karaoke proposal with the song 'This Is the Moment' was humorously critiqued by his wife as "the worst" due to excessive echo and dramatic lyrics. Despite their long careers, both actors emphasized the importance of daily practice, ending on a heartwarming note.
Tae Yuna, Ten Asia Reporter youyou@tenasia.co.kr