UNRAVELLING
THE
FASCINATING
TAPESTRY
OF
THE LIFE
OF
THE REVERED
ACTOR
LEE JOON
GI
(PART 2)
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  Do you feel different from
others in any way?
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Probably that I can quickly forget complaints and dissatisfaction? Whether it’s sadness or something that makes me angry, I try to forget it as soon as possible because holding onto these things doesn’t do any good.
Only when I’m happy can I end
the day in a good mood and feel I’ve gained something.
“I managed to get through such a difficult
situation.” Getting angry or complaining makes things worse. So, I try hard to
forget negative emotions and simply ‘let it all go’.
(FROM THE VIEWPOINT OF GLOBAL FANS)
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 If it’s okay not to care
(about others), and you want to to ask for a date, how would you spend a date
with your lover?
Wow – there are many things I
want to do!
 I want to go to Myeongdong,
and also to Handae because for me, it’s the first time going to these places
with a lover. I might even make a week-long
dating plan, like ‘eating street food’ or ‘going to an amusement park’.    
Do you have someone you like
right now?
That would be you, the one
looking at this photo book! (laughs)
   If your destined person
appears before your very eyes, how would you start pursuing her? If such a person really appears, I would take action immediately!           But I might also lack the courage.   After ending a relationship,
are you the type who doesn’t look back at the past? Or do you often think about
the past? I don’t look back at the
past. At first, I might feel sorry, but once I’ve sorted out my emotions, I
won’t think about the past anymore.    When was your first love?  Lee Joon Gi in Fly, Daddy, Fly It was a long time ago. It
was in high school, so innocent back then. Holding hands was a big deal at that
time. The other person was from another high school.
Looking back now, it was a
naïve romance.
 You are good at computers and
enjoy playing games. Do you play mobile games?  I only play games on my
computer (laughs).   Who is your favourite screenwriter? 
I like the works of Noh Hee-Kyung. I VALUE SCREENWRITERS A LOT AND AM CURIOUS ABOUT THEIR IDEAS IN THEIR WORKS. Actors who have worked on Noh Hee-Kyung’s works often say that her
works are unique, so I really hope to collaborate with her. If there is a
chance to work together, I believe I could gain a different perspective.
Each of Noh Hee Kyung’s works
conveys a very profound message, and every character’s story is uniquely
charming, which I really like.  What is your favourite Korean
proverb? Although it’s not a proverb, a motto I really like is: “TURNING THE IMPOSSIBLE INTO THE POSSIBLE”   This phrase reminds people
not to be lazy and not to settle for the status quo.
I don’t want to disappoint or
make anyone unhappy.
 What is something that you
absolutely cannot give up? It would probably be my beloved acting career. I’ve never considered any other profession. What would happen if I weren’t an actor? Just thinking about it sends chills down my spine.
           Do you prefer hot or cold places?  I prefer hot places. This is 100% certain. The cold is just too
unbearable, and when it’s too cold, I don’t feel like doing anything.    My bias or favourite is Jun Ki. Who is Jun Ki’s bias or favourite?
It’s you.    
Which orchestral instrument
would you like to play? Have you learned any instruments? My cousin, who is a conductor, had advised Lee Young-ae for her performance in ‘Maestra: Strings of Truth’. (Lee Young-ae, who prepared for the role
of a violinist and conductor, plays the role of a competent conductor.)   Influenced by my cousin, I
went to a concert and was particularly impressed by the violin. The violinists
in the orchestra seem to express their soul.  https://www.instagram.com/jg_k_drama/p/DHQdgorxvH1/?hl=en&img_index=1 https://www.instagram.com/jg_k_drama/p/DHQdgorxvH1/?hl=en&img_index=2 https://www.instagram.com/jg_k_drama/p/DHQdgorxvH1/?hl=en&img_index=5
Although I’ve never played
the violin, if there’s a next life, I hope to become a violinist.   What do you do to maintain a
happy mood every day?
 Running! Running can make me
feel happy all day long.
I don’t have a specific time
for running. If I want to observe people on the weekends, I go to the Han River
at around 3 or 4 pm. On the weekdays, I run on the treadmill.
If I am not in a good
condition, I run about 10 kilometres. If I am in a good condition, I can run up
to 23 kilometres.    
Other than family and fans,
what do you cherish the most?
It would probably be my pet,
Kabi. She’s getting older, and her health isn’t great. I hope to give her as
much love as possible for the rest of her life.   When do you feel your pet’s
most loving moment?
When I come home, it happily
runs to greet me, we are always together and understand each other very well
(laughs).  What does Kabi like to play
with recently?
Kabi, like me, enjoys
observing people and doesn’t like being around other dogs (laughs). She loves
staring at people intently and enjoys being pampered and getting attention.   Do you take naps together? At home, just like I have a fixed spot, Kabi
also has her own special place. She like to sit by the window, looking outside
or observing people. So recently, we’ve been sleeping in our respective spots.
   What is the secret to learning
a foreign language? I’m not good at learning
foreign languages so I’m not qualified to answer this (laughs).  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RESAgD5bRE4
First, I set a big goal. Whether it’s for acting or fan meetings, if there’s a situation where I need to perform, I naturally study hard. But once the work is over, if I don’t use it for a while, I forget.
I’m planning to learn a
foreign language again. Having a
conversation is a good start; it’s fun to talk to foreigners in their own
language.  Have you been playing the
guitar lately? Any songs you want to play? Playing the guitar is too
difficult. I wanted to learn it properly and perform on the stage, but I gave up
because I lacked the confidence.  Songs, like Jason Mraz’s 'I’m
Yours', are difficult to sing, let alone play and sing at the same time. But if
fans think it’s okay, I’d like to seriously learn and perform it on stage
someday.   At what age did you realize
that you were handsome?
Ha. Ha. Probably recently.
Fans say I’ve lost weight lately, but I think I like how I look now more than
when I was in my thirties.          
What stretches do you do
before running? Once I start running, my body
naturally stretches out. I don’t need to do stretches
like I would for other intense exercises. I just start walking and gradually
speed up. By the time I’ve listened to about three songs, my body is already stretched
out.  
What’s a good sport for
beginners? Running! I think most people
can do it.
  
Which part of your body
muscles are you most confident about?
Thighs and waist are the
foundation for action scenes. To showcase skills in flashy action scenes,
strong thigh muscles are essential. And when running, calf muscles are also
important.            
Share 3 tips for maintaining
your physique.
‘You can’t maintain your physique without putting in effort unconsciously,’ so you need to have that mindset, followed by diet and exercise. The most basic is diet. Right
now, to maintain my figure, I’m controlling my carbohydrate intake, but don’t
worry, this won’t last forever.   Have you been recognized while running? No. at first, I ran with a mask on, but later I realized that it wasn’t necessary. However, sometimes, even with a mask, I still gets recognized (laughs).   What do you think about while running? I think about scripts I need
to memorize or things related to acting.  Recently, I’ve been
brainstorming ideas for fan meetings. Running has become more fun because of this.
What watch do you wear while
running? I wear a smartwatch. It’s not
just for telling time but it can also measure heart rate and give all sorts of data.
It’s really useful for tracking many details.
    What’s your favourite
stretch?  I do any stretches which
improve flexibility, especially hip stretches. When I practise Brazilian
Jiu-Jitsu, I also focus a lot on stretching.     
What songs do you listen to
most while running? I listen to music that makes
me feel good while running, but lately, I’ve been listening to performance
tracks. For example, ii’ve been listening to BTS’s Jungkook’s songs on repeat
many times.
 If I’m filming, I listen to the OSTs of the project.   And before filming, I listen to music that matches the mood of the work.  Is there a place or time
where you can completely relax and not think about work or fans?
Lately, I’ve been meeting
people often.
And I also like to casually
walk into shops that seem to have a nice atmosphere or just stroll around
casually.
 How do you overcome sadness
or difficulties?
Just cry it out (laughs). Then forget about it right away. Staying immersed in that kind of emotion isn’t
good for you. It’s important to let go of
bad feelings quickly.
  What makes you happiest as a
globally supported celebrity? Yes, I really feel supported
by the whole world (laughs). Fans from different countries come to fan
meetings, bring gifts, and write letters to me. Whenever this happens, I
think, ‘They really love Korean culture,’ and I feel deeply grateful. It’s
incredible and heartwarming to have people all over the world who support and
love me. KUALA LUMPUR MALAYSIA     TAIPEI                  Among the gifts from fans, which one has left the deepest impression on you? EVERY GIFT IS PRECIOUS. I’m very grateful for the gifts from fans, but the donation certificates leave a deep impression on me. I’m proud to have a positive influence on people. And I
feel deeply grateful.
 You often share selfies on
social media. What kind of photos have you saved on your phone?
 I have some photos taken
while exercising that I like to share, but I don’t have the courage to post
them (laughs).
Is there a place you want to
visit or something you want to eat when you return to Busan?
  It’s
been 20 years since I left my hometown. When I recently went back, I discovered
that the familiar places have changed.  I remember a blood sausage
soup restaurant where I worked for a long time when I was still in Busan.
 What places in Korea would
you recommend to Japanese fans for travel?
I want to travel domestically
(laughs). Although I haven’t been to many places myself and don’t know much
about tourist spots, I thought of Bukchon Hanok Village. There are many foreign
tourists there.   How do you relieve fatigue
and stress?  By running or having a short
drink.
 
What’s something great that
happened recently?
The fan meeting held in Seoul
was amazing. It was the first one after the pandemic, and it made me really
happy. For a whole week after the meeting, I was enveloped in that joy.
                                              Have you tried Japanese sweet
sake? Yes, but I wouldn’t go out of
my way to drink it.
   Do you prefer salt or tare
(sauce) for Japanese yakitori?  Salt. I like eating it with
salt.  You mentioned using tofu
instead of rice for Korean rice balls before. Any other recommended recipes?
I cook curry with meat and
various vegetables. But it’s more like curry soup than curry rice, but it’s
really delicious.   https://www.angsarap.net/2024/02/16/malaysian-style-curry-vegetables-with-tofu-puffs/
I also recommend tofu pizza,
where dried tofu is baked and used as a pizza crust, topped with your favourite
ingredients.
 Tofu sandwiches are also
great. I use dried tofu instead of bread and fill it with ham and vegetables.  https://www.ricardocuisine.com/en/recipes/8360-grilled-tofu-sandwiches
Cold noodles made with soy
milk are also highly recommended.   Please share your favourite
Korean and Japanese dishes. For Korean Cuisine, I like
Hanjeongsik (Korean Full Course Meal) and light meals like tteobokki (spicy
rice cakes).   Tteobokki For Japanese cuisine, I’d say
ramen, tonkatsu (Japanese pork cutlet) and sushi.  tonkatsu  sushi
 ramen 
What gift would you like to
give to your parents? I’d like to take them on a
trip. Isn’t travelling together as a family the happiest thing?
 Before the pandemic, we used
to travel to places like Hawaii every year.
  Recently,
we haven’t been able to travel together, which is really unfortunate. Starting
this year, I want to travel with my family again.   What do you find most
adorable about your younger sister?
Probably how she distrusts
everyone in the world except her older brother (laughs).
She thinks she needs to
protect her brother, and that’s totally cute.     How do you make up with your
sister after a fight? Who apologizes first?  I’m the one who apologizes
first, and I’m also the one who gets angry first (laughs). If we were to give each
other the cold shoulder, since we live together, wouldn’t that be troublesome
(laughs)? So even if we fight, we have
to make up quickly. Even though I’m only a year older, I’m still the older one,
so I have to apologize first (laughs).  What traits do you share with
your parents? Both of them are quite
stubborn (laughs). I think I learned kindness
from my father and passion for work from my mother.     What’s something you do every
day without fail?
It’s probably running.
If I don’t go for a run, I
watch movies at home.
 
What is your source of
energy? If I have to choose one, it’s
the drama filming set!
 A fan watched the
‘behind-the-scenes’ footage of a filming set and said I seemed to really enjoy the filming
process and was the best team member. After hearing that, I went back and watched the clip. When watching it myself, I could feel the joy I had while working on the set (laughs). So, I never miss any behind-the-scenes footage.     What do you spend the most
time on in a day? When I’m working, I’m mostly
reading scripts. When I’m not working, I’m
usually watching my pet, Kabi, watching movies, or exercising.  Sometimes, I go out to meet
friends.
 
What’s your bedtime routine?
I watch or listen to YouTube.
Lately, I’ve found historical explanations really interesting.   What is the most important
memory that you still cannot forget? The days when ‘The King and The Clown’ became a social phenomenon. It was trully a miracle, like a major event that felt like a reward. The movie ran for six months
and attracted 10.51 million viewers.     I still vividly remember the
stage greeting held at the Daehan Theatre when the movie audience exceeded 10 million.
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If it doesn’t affect your
work, what hairstyle would you like to try?
 The current short hair is
fine.
I tried long hair before, but
it didn’t seem to get much praise (laughs).
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Do you drive often? I drive quite a bit. And I
really enjoy driving. If it’s someone I know, I’ll even give them a ride
because I genuinely like driving. Lawless Lawyer    
Do you often visit art
galleries? I’m not knowledgeable about
art. I don’t visit art galleries often. I’m not good at appreciating art.
  The Daelim Contemporary Art Museum      2023   2024     If you could be reborn, would
you want to be an actor like now, a talented idol or something else?  Being a talented idol seems nice (laughs). The stage has its unique charm. If I could be reborn, I’d like
to perform on the stage more often.  Are you the type to say you
think or take action immediately? I don’t act immediately.
Since my response could lead to certain outcomes, I usually wait a few days
before responding.
 When you shower, where do you
start? Wang So The Fourth Prince Moon Lovers: Scarlet Heart Ryeo 2016  I start with my head, then my
body, and finally my face.
  What colour would you use to
describe yourself? I used to think I was red,
but as I’ve gotten older, I’ve also been drawn to black.  I’m not sure which colour it
is now, but I’ve always liked red.
It reminds me of fire and the
sun, so I really like red.
  What song do you usually sing
at karaoke? I really like Kim Kwang
Seok’s songs. His songs are classics, so I often sing them.
   
What was your lowest body fat
percentage? When I was practising
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, my body fat percentage was only 7%. That was during the
filming of ‘Lawless Lawyer’. While gaining muscle was good,
my face became too thin, which was a bit of a problem.
                   We are about the same age,
but why do you look so young? Especially your skin which shows no sign of
aging. Do you have any skincare secrets?
I think it’s genetic. The most important thing is not let yourself feel stressed. Also, always keep a
childlike heart? (laughs).
When something bothers you,
don’t overthink it, it’s important to let it go quickly.
And use skincare products
that suit your skin type.
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 Your skin is so fair and
clean. It’s really enviable. Do you carefully select skincare products?
Yes, as an actor, skincare is
essential. I’ve been using the same product for 20 years.
 (Hello, what’s
the name of the product?)
 I’m afraid of trouble, and often wish for a gadget that could automatically brush my teeth. What kind of gadget would you want?
That sounds great. I would
like to have an automatic toothbrushing gadget. A gadget that could brush my
teeth for me would be wonderful.
 You are always being
photographed. If you could use a drone to take pictures anywhere in the world,
where in the world, would you like to take photos?
It would be great if someone
could take pictures of me while I’m travelling.
I’m not good at taking selfies (bitter smile). Sometimes, I think, ‘I wish my smartphone was a drone.’   When starting a new job, I
always feel scared. How do you maintain a positive mindset when creating good
works? It’s possible to always stay
positive. Everyone feels the same. When I start a new project, I also feel
scared and stressed. But I tell myself that this
is a test before something good happens. Although it’s tough at first, you must
try hard to overcome it.   After 40, I always feel
lonely. I hope everything doesn’t stop. And I’m always looking for things that
I must do myself, not just busy work. As an irreplaceable actor, what are your
life plans?
After 40, I do feel lonely and there are more things to do. But I think it’s best to accept it. Go with the flow. Don’t ask why, just accept that this is life. And perhaps, a new chapter
will begin.
  After turning 40, what do you
want to do? I still feel young, so I want
to work on more projects. Especially, after the age of forty, I have to decide
on the direction of my career as an actor. I want to leave behind good
works that showcase the depth of an actor. Not only as an actor, but I
also hope to build a fulfilling personal life.
  
What is different at 40
compared to what you had imagined it to be? I feel younger than what I
had imagined (laugh). Compared to my 30s, life is much calmer, which is
surprising. But, I can’t let my guard down because of that, can I?
 
What do you hope to be like
in 10 years from now?
I hope to remain active 10 years from now. Like other versatile seniors, I want to continuously expand my acting skills. I am currently living while
dealing with my own worries.
   Share 5 things you want to
accomplish before age 60.
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2017 RESIDENT EVIL: THE FINAL CHAPTER    https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Resident_Evil_(film_series) Second, I want to perform for
fans in various countries.
     
Third, because I enjoy
cultural exchange, I want to participate in international film projects.
 Fourth, I want to reach the
position that fans expect of me.
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Lastly, I hope to have my own
family.
 
Do you want to live to 100? Yes, I want to live a long
life. If the world were to end, I want to witness it with my own eyes.
  Finally, tell us what your
dream as an actor is?  Like Teacher Lee Soon-Jae, I want to be an actor who remains active in the forefront for a long time.       Whether as a person or as an
actor, I hope to continue giving love to everyone.  I truly love you all from the
bottom of my heart!
Although I haven’t completely
come to terms with everything, as one person living in this world, I want to
live while looking forward to the future.
I often find myself worrying
alone, but even if I don’t find answers, I think hoping for the future is an
answer in itself.
What’s important is not to
blame others for what happens.
This question has made me
reflect a lot. Perhaps you asked me this because you find me reliable? I will
continue to do my best.
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