IN THE interview, Kim Sun Ah shares her thoughts on transitioning into playing the role of the main character in a thriller series, and Lee Yi Kyung highlights how the experience of the crew on set really helped him feel at ease as a budding actor.
Synopsis Children of Nobody
Cha Woo-Kyung (Kim Sun Ah) works as a child counsellor at a children’s center. Life’s perfect for her as she enjoys her job and is pregnant with her second child. However, an accident changes Cha Woo-Kyung’s life. In search of the truth behind the accident, she meets Detective Ji-Hun (Lee Yi Kyung) who firmly believes that criminals should be punished severely.
Tune In Details:
Children of Nobody airs on Oh!K (Astro Ch 394), within 24 hours of the Korean telecast, every Thursday & Friday at 7.50 pm.
About the Cast:
Kim Sun Ah
Kim Sun Ah is an established actress, best known for her titular role as Kim Sam Soon in the popular series My Lovely Sam Soon. Other notable series she has starred in across her career include City Hall, Scent of a Woman, and The Lady in Dignity. Her most recent role, prior to Children of Nobody, is in the romance melodrama, Should We Kiss First?, where she played a divorced flight attendant who finds new love.
Lee Yi Kyung
Lee Yi Kyung is an actor who made his debut in 2011, first gaining recognition from playing a rebellious student in the teen drama School 2013. Since then, he has taken on supporting roles in popular series like My Love from the Star and Descendants of the Sun, before finding fame following his comedic role in Confession Couple. He was recently the leading man in Welcome to Waikiki.
Interview Transcript –
Kim Sun Ah
1. What was your biggest concern when it came to portraying your character?
Kim Sun Ah: My character’s job revolves around understanding the psychology of others. For this role, I met experts in psychology to better fulfil my role as a counsellor. Through this, I’ve learned that many people deal with mental illnesses, more than I previously knew. I’ve learned a lot while preparing myself for this show.
2. Your previous dramas were successful and well-known. Do you feel any pressure starring in this one because of that?
Kim Sun Ah: I feel some pressure, but it is not overwhelming. I chose to act in my previous dramas because I wanted to shoot something fun and good. I don’t ponder on whether or not the show will be successful or not. Children of Nobody is a little darker than my previous shows, but it’s intriguing. I think people will watch it if it is entertaining.
3. Is it difficult playing this role following your last drama series, where your character had such a strong personality? Were there any challenges filming this as it is a thriller?
Kim Sun Ah: The last character I played was memorable, and the drama series was also well-received. It also had a strong, recognisable show name, My Lovely Sam Soon. Normally, I don’t think too deeply when choosing a character to play. It’s not easy getting a good role, and a good script. I think I’ve been lucky since I’ve played a lot of fun roles. I want to take on a larger variety of roles, and I’m grateful to be a part of this drama series.
4. In an interview you were previously engaged in, you mentioned wanting to play a cheerful character. However, you’re currently starring in a thriller. Why did you choose to be in this drama series?
Kim Sun Ah: I’ve wanted to play a cheerful character for years, as I haven’t had the chance to be in a light-hearted role. However, sometimes, you can’t be too picky with roles.
The atmosphere on set for a thriller is not that different, except for some aesthetics and how you feel. This genre has you nervous and excited at the same time. The camera work is interesting as well. I’m really enjoying shooting this show.
5. The chemistry between you two is important to the viewers. How do you two work alongside each other?
Kim Sun Ah: I am also happy that I get to work with him. Yi Kyung is fun, and he makes me laugh all the time. I’m also lucky to have this opportunity to act with him.
Lee Yi Kyung
1. What did you do to prepare for this role?
Lee Yi Kyung: I depend on the director and Kim Sun Ah to share their thoughts and direction for my character with me. This role is difficult, but I am doing my best.
2. The chemistry between you two is important to the viewers. How do you two work alongside each other?
Lee Yi Kyung: It’s such a relief that I get to work with Sun Ah. She is very reliable, and I am thankful that I get to work with her. She gives me a lot of advice on acting and on how I can better play my character. I’m lucky to be able to do this with her.
[KREDIT: Oh!K]
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