Actor Park Jung-min Transitions to Publishing: A New Chapter in His Career

Actor Park Jung-min has revealed his latest venture as the head of a publishing company.

On the upcoming episode of tvN's variety show 'You Quiz on the Block,' airing on the 11th, viewers will meet various guests, including volleyball players Kim Min-gyeom and Choi Yong-rak, 66-year-old intern Oh Chang-kyu, and actor-turned-publisher Park Jung-min.

Park Jung-min, known for his acting prowess, has now embraced the world of publishing. He is currently running an independent publishing house called 'Muje,' taking a year off from acting to recharge. During the show, he addresses rumors about his 'sabbatical' and shares the reaction of fellow actor Hwang Jung-min, who is in the same agency, bringing laughter to the audience. Park Jung-min's 'CEO moment' includes handing out business cards to hosts Yoo Jae-suk and Jo Se-ho, and he shares how his life has become busier during his break. He also talks about the transition from a one-person to a two-person operation at his publishing house and a humorous incident involving an employee's departure.

A particularly touching story involves Park Jung-min's decision to release an audiobook for his visually impaired father. He explains that he published an audiobook version of Kim Geum-hee's new novel 'First Summer, Wanju' because of his father's loss of sight due to an accident. Park Jung-min candidly shares, "I felt like I was pitying my father for his blindness," and admits, "I felt ashamed and couldn't stand myself," adding emotional depth to his narrative.

Additionally, Park Jung-min's writing skills, befitting a writer and publisher, are highlighted through a story from his high school days where his well-crafted apology letter helped him avoid punishment. His tips on writing effective apology letters are expected to captivate viewers.

By Taeyuna, TenAsia Reporter youyou@tenasia.co.kr