Ock Joo-hyun explains the ‘casting monopoly’ controversy

Singer and musical actress Ok Joo-hyun explained the casting controversy that arose two years ago.

Ok Joo-hyun appeared as the first guest on SBS' 'Serine's Restaurant', which aired at 10:55 am on the 28th, and had a mukbang with actor Yoon Sa-bong, who is starring in the musical 'Marie Antoinette' together.

On this day, Ock Joo-hyun drew attention by greeting Se-ri Pak warmly and boasting about their friendship that has lasted for 20 years. Ock Joo-hyun stimulated the salivation glands of viewers by deliciously eating various dishes such as steak pot rice, tomato soybean paste stew, and chestnut tofu pancakes prepared by Se-ri Pak, Changmin Choi, and Doo-jun Yoon.

After a lively mukbang, Ok Joo-hyun debuted in the musical 'Aida' in 2005 and attracted attention by announcing her musical career of about 20 years. Also, when asked if she had a memorable partner, Ock Joo-hyun made Cho Seung-woo, with whom she performed in the musical 'Sweeney Todd', nod. Ok Joo-hyun said, “I learned a lot from (Cho Seung-woo) oppa. Synergy was maximized because the other actor's characteristics were well understood. “I want to do all my plays with Cho Seung-woo,” he said, drawing laughter.

In addition, Ock Joo-hyun told the story of the difficult time she had due to the casting controversy two years ago, making people listen. Ok Joo-hyun said, “I gave lessons to my junior for a long time. All I did was give my junior a lesson to help him do well at auditions, and he said I chose him because I liked him. He recalled a previous incident, saying, “Someone who passed the audition with confidence after practicing and polishing for a long time was not congratulated and things happened that were beside the point.”

Ock Joo-hyun confessed that she spent time reflecting on even the smallest details of herself as the story grew more and more exaggerated. Yoon Sa-bong, who was listening to this, said, “Because the director, production team, and company exist, casting is not influenced by one person’s influence. “But your influence isn’t that bad,” he said, making everyone burst into laughter with his honest remark.

Meanwhile, Ok Joo-hyun will perform the musical 'Marie Antoinette' until May 26th, and will participate in 'WONDERLAND PICNIC 2024' on May 12th and 'SPRING BREEZE in CAMPUS - Ok Joo-hyun with friends' on May 17th to communicate with audiences this spring. Is expected.

Kim Se-ah, Ten Asia reporter haesmik@tenasia.co.kr