[Jang Se-hyeok (Part 2) I Saw] The Boy Who Achieved His Dream, Another Dream
After debuting in 2023, he took on his first leading role in 'Dive Into You'"I want to be an actor who conveys a good influence."Actor Jang Se-hyuk recently met with reporters at the
building in Sangam-dong, Mapo-gu, Seoul, to discuss the Disney+ and Channel A weekend drama 'Dive Into You.' / Secret ENTWhat does an unrefined star look like? The entertainment industry is full of stars who receive public attention, and there are many media outlets that follow them. Even when an interview is scheduled, it is rare to have a one-on-one meeting. Since many media reporters conduct interviews together, the content is often similar. In fact, it is common for photos and videos to be produced and distributed by the agency. Even in this reality, conveys the pure feelings seen through the reporter's eyes without any processing. (Editor's Note)[THE FACT|Reporter Choi Soo-bin] A boy who was contemplating his future dreamed of becoming an actor through movies and dramas. Jang Se-hyuk, who nurtured his passion for acting, proved his potential as an actor through his first leading role in 'Dive Into You.' And now, he has begun to dream another dream: to become an actor who, like him, once envisioned his future by watching someone else's performance, will someday become someone's dream.It is not easy for a rookie actor to show a remarkable presence in a single work. Moreover, 'Dive Into You' was a work that combined various elements such as time slip, soul change, romance, and comedy. While it was a 'comprehensive gift set' for viewers to enjoy the charms of multiple genres at once, it was also a challenge that demanded a wide range of acting skills from the actors.Despite this, Jang Se-hyuk held the center of the play without wavering. He meticulously distinguished the character's emotions and actions that changed depending on the perspective, and sometimes depicted the character's transformation in a way that was both cheerful and poignant. In particular, after the soul change, he proved his potential as an actor by portraying completely different characters with the same face. When playing the original Yoon Ha-ru, he brought out the confidence and sly charm unique to a judo athlete, and after Yoon Ha-na's soul entered, he revealed the difference in characters by altering his tone, actions, and even gaze.This difference was also evident in the action scenes. As Yoon Ha-ru, a national judo athlete, he added vitality by performing difficult techniques and chase scenes without a stunt double. On the other hand, when Yoon Ha-na's soul was in his body, he expressed his adaptation to the unfamiliar body with clumsy movements and subtle reactions. This not only distinguished the personalities of the two characters but also enhanced the completeness of the character by altering the physical expression.What is surprising is that 'Dive Into You,' which showcased such diverse acting, was Jang Se-hyuk's first leading role. He said, "Every character in every project comes with a great sense of responsibility, but I felt a new sense of responsibility with this project.""I felt that I had to act with different emotions moment by moment, not only thinking about my own acting but also considering and taking care of the emotional lines of other characters and actors. I learned a lot as an actor, and I think I grew in these aspects. It was a project that made me think differently about my mindset and responsibility."Jang Se-hyuk showed a remarkable presence in his first leading role, 'Dive Into You.' / Secret ENT, 'Dive Into You'The weight of his first leading role was a burden, but it also became a driving force for him to grow as an actor. Jang Se-hyuk chose belief over self-doubt to complete 'Dive Into You.'"As it was my first leading role, I had concerns, but I also wanted to believe in myself. I thought, 'If I work hard, I can do it too.' I knew others would have concerns about me, but if I also had those concerns, I felt I would become passive. So, I clenched my teeth and thought, 'Even if no one else believes in me, I will believe in myself and work hard. I will overcome this.'"The challenge he faced with self-belief led him to discover new possibilities. Jang Se-hyuk said, "The director told me, 'It would be good for Se-hyuk to film an action genre next time.' I also found action very fun while doing it. I developed a desire to try a full-fledged action role in my next project."While Jang Se-hyuk is not afraid of new challenges, he did not dream of becoming an actor from the start. He recalled, "I naturally started thinking about it as I watched a lot of movies and dramas from a young age. When I was young, I didn't even know who actors were; I just thought the characters were cool. Then, as my interest grew, I started thinking that I wanted to become an actor.""I really like and respect seniors Hyun Bin and Ji Chang-wook. I think I spent a lot of time watching their performances. I like all the works, not just those featuring them. Rather than one specific work that changed my life, I try to watch movies and dramas with the mindset of 'What thoughts and feelings can I experience this time?'"The boy who nurtured his dream of becoming an actor by watching someone else's performance is now embodying characters and meeting viewers himself. Since his debut in 2023, he has experienced various characters in 'High School Mystery Club,' 'Seoul Ghost Stories,' 'For First Love,' 'Pro Bono,' and 'Secret Love,' and finally seized the opportunity for his first leading role in 'Dive Into You.'Jang Se-hyuk expressed his determination, saying, "I want to be an actor who conveys a good influence." / Screen captureJang Se-hyuk said with a smile, "I thought my love for acting was already very strong, but I think it has grown even stronger through this project. I believe this feeling is the driving force that allows me to continue acting. I want to do more, I like it more, and I'm more ambitious, so I want to act again quickly.""This year, through a great opportunity, I was able to show viewers a work I worked hard on and hear them say, 'You worked hard.' Even if I didn't hear it directly, all these situations felt like a pat on the shoulder. I consider this a work I was fortunate to encounter. I tried even harder because of that, and I realized that I am someone who can work this hard. Now that I know this, I want to run even harder next year."What is Jang Se-hyuk's ultimate goal? He confessed, "When I was young, I worried a lot because I didn't have a dream. If you don't have a dream, you don't know what to do, so I would go to sleep with more worry than anticipation.""Whether at the movie theater or watching TV at home, I think I unconsciously developed the dream of becoming an actor while watching works. I hope that in 10 or 20 years, there will be people who get their dreams by watching me. I want to be an actor who conveys such a good influence."Jang Se-hyuk, who once envisioned his future by watching someone else's performance, now dreams of becoming an actor who can influence others. Throughout the interview, he emphasized 'hard work' multiple times, and his potential to achieve his goals was evident. This is why we look forward to seeing what kind of gem this raw stone, which has just begun to shine, will become."Through this project, I feel like I showed my face a little, but there were also parts that I regret and felt were lacking. If I get the chance, I want to improve those aspects and show you a better side. I will work harder to approach viewers with a new face and feeling, so I hope you will look forward to actor Jang Se-hyuk in the future. (Laughs)" [The 'Jang Se-hyuk' I Saw (Part 1)] A newcomer who made even destiny his ownsubin7134@tf.co.kr[Entertainment Desk | ssent@tf.co.kr]
