tvN's weekend drama 'Our Unwritten Seoul' has been off the air for almost two weeks, but the resonance of the piece lingers on. Viewers found warm comfort in watching characters write their unique stories in the notebook of life.

The actors who portrayed their respective characters seem to have also received great comfort and were deeply moved. Park Bo-young, who simultaneously embodied the characters Yumi-rae and Yumi-ji, noted that through this work, she realized "I am living well in my own way."

Actor Lim Cheol-soo, who successfully transformed his image as Lee Chung-gu, a partner lawyer at a famous law firm and senior of Lee Ho-soo (played by Park Jin-young), shares similar sentiments. He told OSEN about his enthusiasm for 'Our Unwritten Seoul,' stating, "This is a work that makes me reflect on myself."

#Al Pacino's classic charm

'Our Unwritten Seoul' is a collaboration between writer Lee Kang from 'youth of May' and director Park Shin-woo, known for 'It's Okay to Not Be Okay.' The romantic coming-of-age drama follows twin sisters Yumi-ji and Yumi-rae, who, apart from their faces, have entirely different lives, as they swap lives to find true love and their own paths. It stars Lim Cheol-soo, Park Bo-young, Park Jin-young, Ryu Kyung-soo, Jang Young-nam, Kim Sun-young, and Cha Mi-kyung.

Lim Cheol-soo, who played the cold lawyer Lee Chung-gu, captivated viewers with his charisma and perfect expression performance, which kept his true feelings hidden. He proved his worth through this character, distinct from his previous roles in 'Crash Landing on You,' 'Vincenzo,' 'Alchemy of Souls,' 'The Woman Who Drinks,' and 'A Quiet Sales.'

"It's bittersweet that time goes by quickly with the end of the series. The work is so good that, though it's embarrassing to say, I want to cherish it for a lifetime. I wonder if there has been a work like 'Our Unwritten Seoul' that makes me reflect on myself. Rather than making judgments of right and wrong, is it all correct that not being incorrect is enough? I found myself spontaneously asking these questions. I think I will develop a habit of not jumping to conclusions when faced with phenomena or events."

"We held many discussions regarding the character Lee Chung-gu. I saw classic knots like in Al Pacino's character from the film 'Devil's Advocate.' There is a stubbornness within, and you can feel how it is managed. So, I made the knot small enough to reveal his personality. Sitting in a wheelchair, it felt as though I would make his upper body taller. Previously, my role expressed energy broadly, but this time, I compressed that energy for a more intense portrayal."

"At first I received the four-part script, and I thought it would delve into a discussion about values. When selecting a work, the character's values are important. It's not about whether the character is good or bad; it's about what message it conveys and what I can give to others. The values between characters matter. I felt that the script has power and that it would be good to convey it as is."

#Similarities of Park Bo-young and Park Jin-young, they are masters

Lee Chung-gu is a rationalist and a results-oriented individual, who would do anything to win. His meticulously pressed shirt collar and tie perfectly reveal the perfectionist nature of his character, showcasing Lim Cheol-soo's sense of detail and affection for the role. His dandy suit fit further elevated the completion of the character.

"I hoped my character's personality would be reflected in the clothing. There aren't many opportunities to wear a full suit, but the outfit was beautiful, so I liked it. I wanted to show a side that people hadn't seen. Those close to me have said, 'You have this side to you?' which was nice to hear. Although my role differs from past characters, I had no worries and was quite curious about how it would be portrayed. The fresh responses have been great."

Park Bo-young’s performance, challenging herself with four roles as the twin sisters Yumi-ji and Yumi-rae and the future pretending to be the present, garnered rave reviews for her versatility. She captivated the audience with her dynamic character portrayals. Park Jin-young, who played Lee Ho-soo, also grew another step further as a lead actor. Lim Cheol-soo did not hold back in praising these actors.

"If I dare say, Park Bo-young and Park Jin-young share similarities. When they act, they are not confined to themselves but are connected to others. They understand that it comes back to them as they create it. They fulfill the desires of their roles while lacking a desire to appear sophisticated as actors; that is mastery. This cycle seems to flow between the two."

"I want to meet Park Bo-young more often in the future. There is so much to learn from her. It’s not about just showcasing what I do well; it’s about showing the flow, which is impressive and mature. I was introduced to Park Jin-young as a good actor, and we have become close. At times, he feels like an older brother. His clear eyes are really like a lake. There’s so much to learn from him in acting, and I think we could talk about acting for a long time."

(Continued in Interview 2)

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