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From DBSK’s leader to actor Jung Yunho. Uknow Yunho stood before Marie Claire’s camera in Hong Kong as he’s now finally learning to stand alone. He doesn’t want to be an idealist but he is only looking ahead enthusiastically since he doesn’t have the slightest desire to go back to a comfortable path.
UKNOW YUNHO STANDS ALONE
Even though we’ve seen and heard of domestic stars enjoying popularity abroad, I really did not realize how much. Though I knew countries like Thailand, Hong Kong, and Japan loved DBSK and Uknow Yunho, I did not really know to what extent was that passion. That’s why when we left for Marie Claire’s photoshoot in Hong Kong and he was quickly surrounded by fans so he couldn’t even move at the airport, we didn’t even anticipate it. (interview was done by email, he sent a lengthy email from Hong Kong) That reminds me, a few months ago, I saw an article that his Japanese fans donated a large amount of money in Uknow Yunho’s name. It showed that even though the culture of fandom is said to be out of control, there’s no doubt that it can be positive. Of course, Uknow Yunho’s brand power was made within DBSK. Just when I thought that it’s alright if at least one idol group still remains as it ages together, they came to a dramatic suspension. Whether that’s a temporary farewell or a regrettable break-up, it’s a shock to the fans for sure and Uknow Yunho has begun to stand alone in the drama HTTG. Instead of using his popularity to do a trendy drama, it was surprising to see him choose a sad character in a miserable plight. On top of that, Uknow Yunho’s image with ‘Cha Bong Goon’s’ pleasant and reckless energy clashed considerably. That’s why I was curious. What is Jung Yunho’s appeal besides the Uknow Yunho whose charisma and good dance on stage makes your mouth hang open. Even though we don’t know yet whether Uknow Yunho wants to eventually be an actor, singer, or a star but the right question is if this young man, Jung Yunho the person who removed DBSK’s name Uknow Yunho had originally the same energy that is no different.
читать дальшеQ: Even though you can’t feel the same going for work as you would for travelling, how was your Hong Kong photoshoot?
A: Though it’s been a while since I’ve visited Hong Kong, I was surprised and also happy to meet many fans at the airport. That’s why I felt warm and comfortable during my visit. Even though there were photoshoots at 3:00 a.m. which was deserted because there were too many fans gathered (during day), it was rather fun because I got a special experience of walking in Hong Kong in the middle of the night. It was also nice looking at Hong Kong’s beautiful night view while shooting.
Q: How do you feel when you realize the number of foreign fans (you have)?
A: It’s surprising but also kind of strange/interesting. I felt it again as I was doing this photoshoot, I’m always grateful. Even though I can’t come too often, I’m thankful for their constant support and I always miss them.
Q: You like to travel. Not as Uknow Yunho the singer or actor but personally as an ordinary Jung Yunho, we’re curious what kind of fun trips do you take?
I like leaving after preparing for it lightly. Lots of times, I go to the ocean. I like going on spur of the moment trips after talking with friends. Even though I don’t go far, it’s double the fun when I spend it with nice people.
Q: Can you think of yourself as an ordinary person like before? Haven’t you already come too far in the world?
A: I do feel as if I’ve come far counting my long days since debut. However, when I look at the people around me who have been with me a long time, I’m made aware of the ordinary young man, not the star. I meet my childhood friends often. When we meet, we talk about the dreams we had when we were young or our future. Also, I’m close to a lot of people around me who are a lot older than me and I talk to them also.
Q: What kind of person do you like? As a man, what kind of a man do you think is great?
A: I like the same style whether as a person or as a man. A person who’s actions and words are the same. A person that takes responsibility for his words. I can’t be close to a person who makes excuses or tries to rationalize/justify doing something wrong. A person who doesn’t lose his dreams even if he gets old is great. I guess it’s that type of personality. However, if the person always tends to do things looking ahead , it seems he can’t rest without thinking about anything. Sometimes that can be unfortunate but can’t help it since that’s the personality.
Q: What gets you ‘hooked’ always other than work?
A: It’s different each time but I don’t get tired of travel and sports. Some time ago I’ve ridden my bike to Bundang on spur of the moment because it occurred to me that I wanted to ride my bike there and I’ve even walked all day following along the subway lines.
Q: I think people would get surprised if they accidentally met Uknow Yunho walking. What do you do mostly when you’re alone?
A: I either watch movies or read. In terms of books, I read lots of stuff. I read novels, mangas, even economic related and common sense books (laughs). Even with movies, I like a variety instead of a particular genre. It’s the same with music too. From trendy songs to old pop, 90’s songs, it just depends on my mood. Come to think of it, it seems I’m always planning a trip even if I don’t actually get to go.
Q: What have you done most recently?
A: I think I have to try my best since I have new plans/activities. I’ve filmed a video to be shown at the Korean Pavilion at Shanghai Expo too. There’s also this photoshoot in Hong Kong. I like all the new experiences.
Q: From now on, should we call you Uknow Yunho or Jung Yunho? Which one are you comfortable with?
A: Isn’t Uknow Yunho, Jung Yunho? It doesn’t matter which one you call me because I think both are me.
Q: Wasn’t your first attempt at acting hard? Was it as fun as standing on stage?
A: I believe it was fun enough even though it was of course strange/unfamiliar and hard. Instead of the acting skill parts, it was a time of learning from seniors who know a lot more of life than me. It was also precious fate meeting senior Yoon Yeo Jung.
Q: As an actor, to what extent is you goal?
A: I would like to be an actor like Johnny Depp. He keeps showing new sides of himself even as he sticks to his own style. I think that’s a really wonderful actor.
Q: How does it feel working alone with strange/unfamiliar people after being separated from DBSK members? It seems you would be lonely and afraid.
A: I’d be lying if I said I wasn’t (lonely and afraid). However, I’m not going to be reluctant or hesitate because of those feelings. Whether it’s new people or new work, if it doesn’t capture my heart, it’s hard to connect and I also can’t become friends with them so I’m always trying to be sincere. If you look at it like that, you’re not just left with work but you’re also left with a person.
Q: Looking at the media coverage of you all this time, you’re seen as very frank.
A: However, being a star as a profession, it’s not easy being completely honest every moment. The nature of the work is such that there can be misunderstandings and that’s why I’m learning to take responsibility for what I say even as I’m being frank because I don’t want to have regrets.
Q: Is there a big difference between the Jung Yunho that is shown in the media with the real Jung Yunho? In other words, what do you is the biggest thing that people misunderstand about Jung Yunho?
A: I’m thankful that they see me as someone who has leadership (qualities) and as a man who has charisma. I guess there are those parts to me but in front of the people I’m close with, I actually act cute and joke around a lot. When I work, I’m meticulous and work hard to try to show perfect side but on a daily basis, I’m lively and joke around a lot and have a cheerful personality.
Q: Whether it’s drama, movies, or music, what is the next thing for you short-term?
A: Since I get excited on stage more compared to anyone else, I will continue with music in some way. In addition to that, there are various plans. Leaving open several possibilities, I’m trying to coordinate which activities to do first. I think I will be able to show a new side. It will be nice if those who are watching and waiting for it can enjoy it.
Q: It feels as you’re spreading your wings. Do you want to move forward from now on?
A: Of course I do. I feel like I’m spreading my wings now and in the future. In my head, I’m the type that is always dreaming and thinking of the future and that stimulates me. If I do my best and reach a small mountain later on, I’ll see an even higher mountain. When I climb a mountain there are times when I am out of breath and run out of strength but after time passes, I’ll be more stronger and tough. It’s not bad to climb a higher mountain and see a wider world. I am still moving forward with what I think and I will not do something that I will regret.
Q: Do you like your age now? If not, do you want time to pass quickly?
A: I like the present time but occasionally, I would like it to pass quickly. It’s because I want to know how much I was able to achieve my goals and the promise I made to myself when I first started. I want to quickly see myself at that time.
Q: Do you have something you miss?
A: My home is in Gwangju. I’ve been at Seoul since I was in junior high school to practice so I miss my family, especially my younger sister. The only memory I have of my sister is from her elementary school days and then when she became an adult. I’m the older brother but I get lot more strength from her (than her from me) so I feel bad about that. I want to see my sister often and buy her tasty things to eat and take her to a lot of good places.
Q: Ultimately, what do you want to be and want to have?
A: I want to be a good father. The person I admire the most is my father so I want to be like him. My dream is to be a good father in a harmonious home. I think that’s the hardest thing to do. Also, I have always wanted to give hope to those who are having a hard time since I was young. Whether it’s singing, acting, or something else, whatever it may be, I want to do things that I can do well.
Q: It feels as if you’ve matured quite a bit these days.
A: I’m trying to listen more and think more than I used to. Regardless of the direction I take, I think there is no other choice but to believe in myself once I’ve made my decision.
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From leader of TVXQ to actor Jung Yunho, Uknow Yunho who is gradually getting used to stand alone, now standing in front of Hong Kong's Marie Claire. Although dislike naive idealists, this youth who chose an extraordinary path, still keep on moving forward optimistically without feeling tired.
Even though we can see with our eyes and listen with our ears how popular local artists aboard, but want to experience it practically is still difficult. Although we know the love for TVXQ, as well as Uknow YunHo from Thailand, Hong Kong, Japan and other countries, we cannot estimate to what extent the passionate feelings of fans towards them. Hence, Uknow Yunho who came to Hong Kong for Marie Claire's photoshoot, mobbed by fans since his arrival in airport, that kind of packed scene was beyond imagination.
Thinking of this, I still remember there is an article about their Japanese fans who donated a large sum of money under the name of Uknow Yunho few months ago. There is no harm to take him as a role model who pushed fans culture to positive way.
Of course Uknow Yunho's image is cumulated from TVXQ. At the moment I thought it was not a bad idea to grow old and move along with an idol group, they faced suspension of their activities, as if the plot which appeared in drama series. Whether it is a temporary parting or a pitiful disbandment, undoubtedly it is a blow to fans.
Besides that, Uknow Yunho began his solo activities through series drama 'Heading to the Ground'. He did not choose the kind drama series that will be popular with his original popularity, in fact he chosed to play the role as Cha Bon Gun who is cheerful and simple minded. Therefore I have been very curious of, not Uknow Yunho who can made dancing to look as easy as open the mouth, or Uknow Yunho who shows his charisma on stage, but his charm as human being Jung Yunho. Although nobody knows what Uknow Yunho wants to be in the end, whether is an actor, a singer or a star, and facing the problem whether the name of Uknow Yunho who comes out from TVXQ is still effective, the abilities that demonstrated by this youth is the primitive and outstanding abilities which possessed by human being Jung Yunho.
1. Although you come here because of work, and cannot really enjoy as a tourist, but how's your shooting in Hong Kong?
It has been a long time since I have been here. Starting from airport, I was suprised to see many fans, so during my stay in Hong Kong I feel calm and warm-hearted. Althought there was once I needed to have my photoshoot done in the empty street at 3 in the morning, due to too many fans gathered around. But because of that, I can walk on Hong Kong's street at 3am, which is a special and interesting experience for me. The night view in Hong Kong is really beautiful, you will have better mood by only looking at it.
2.To experience the numbers of overseas fans for real, how do you feel?
(I feel)suprise and miraculous. Because of the photoshoot this time, I can feel it once again. I am very grateful, that even we are unable to visit here, but the fans still support us with passion. Thank you very much. I have been missing them.
3.Do you like traveling? I am very curious that the ordinary Jung Yunho, but not singer or actor Uknow Yunho is kind of person who like to travel?
I like to travel in casual wear. Mainly is going to see ocean, but it is not bad also to go travel with friends without advance preparaton after chitchatting with them. Even though not travel to a very far place, but if can go with good friends, it will be filled with joy.
4.Ah, before this do you have ideas that you are an ordinary people same as the person with your age? Do you feel distanced from them now?
It has been a long time since debut, I have the feelings that I have already been walking for so long. However if take a look at the people who walk along with me, then you will have the wrong impression that I am not an artist but an ordinary youth. I meet my childhood playmates frequently and will talk about childhood dreams or our future prospects. I also have close friends who are older than me, and often chat with them too.
5.What kind of person do you like? As a man, what kind of man do you consider handsome?
Whether as a man or a person, the type of person that I like is the same, which is the person who is consistent in his words and actions, the one who is responsible for his words. I do not want to be friends with those who like to defend themselves, or always twisted their mistakes into the reasonable one. In my opinion, the person who do not let go of their dreams even though they are aged is very handsome. But due to my character that only looking and running forward, I cannot think of any other, and cannot stop and rest. Although it is a pity, but since my character is formed like this there is no other way.
6. Apart from working, what do you like to do the most?
It depends, they are different every time. But I like travelling and sport. Sometimes I have absurd ideas to ride on bicycle to where my mind brings me to. I also ever walked along the railways for a whole day.
7. I maybe startled if came upon UknowYunho on street. What do you like to do when you are alone?
Either reading books or watching movies. The book depends on which book I took. Novels, comics, or books about economic, even books about general knowledge. (lol) I have no bias towards genres of film, I like all of them. It is the same for music, from pop music to old pop, I am the one who listen them according to my mood. And to think deeply, I always seems to have plans for travelling even though I never been there.
8. What is the most you do recently?
Since I have work that being planned ahead, so I want to work hard on it. I had participated in video clips which demonstrated in Korean pavilion at Shanghai EXPO. It is the same when I come to Hong Kong for photoshoot this time. Everything is new and nice for me.
9. Should I call you Uknow Yunho now? Or Jung YunHo? How should I address you?
Isn't that Uknow Yunho is Jung YunHo? In my opinion, those 2 are the same, I am still me, so it doesn't matter.
10.First time challenge in acting, do you found it difficult? Is it the same feelings as you standing on stage?
Obviously I felt unfamiliar and difficult, but I think I fully enjoyed it. Compared to acting skills that needed time to refine, it was a time when I learn the meaning of life from a senior who has far more experience than me.
11. As an actor, what target do you aim for?
I want to be an actor like Johnny Depp. He has strong personality and continues to show his new side to us. For me, he is an actor with real talent.
12. How do you feel to be separated from TVXQ members, and working alone with people that you are not familiar with? For sure you will be scared and feeling lonely.
It is a lie if I tell you I do not feel that way. But I am not going to panic or hesitate because of that. No matter it is a new thing, or new people, if you do not treat them sincerely, then you have no chance to approach it, and unable to become friends. Because of this, I have been working hard on it (to treat everything and everyone sincerely). In this case, not only things can be done, but made friends at the same time.
13. Before this, Yunho on screen had left honest impression on everyone.
However artist is not a job that can always maintain honesty. It is difficult to be honest all the time. That is because it might cause misunderstanding which is irrelevant to the truth(at any time). I hate regret, therefore I want to work hard so that there is consistency between words and deeds.
14.Is there any difference between Uknow Yunho on screen and Jung Yunho in real life? In other words, what kind of wrong impression do you think people have on you?
I am very grateful that people can think I am manly, charismatic and with leadership quality. Although I do have these, but in reality when I am in front of people whom I am close to, I am like to play around. Although my eyes got teary during work, and often push myself hard and strive hard to achieve perfectness, but the usual me is active and naughty.
15.Including the activities overseas, either it is drama series, movie or music, do you have any future plan for it?
I am the one who can easily get excited on stage if compared to the others, so I will continue my music regardless its form. Apart from this, there are still a lot plans. Several possibilities had been developed, but still in the midst of adjusting which activities to be carried out first. Should be showing everyone a new image of me. I hope that everyone who constantly paying close attention to me still can enjoy and look forward to it.
16. Right now, do you have the feelings of keep moving forward? And do you still persist in things that you want initially?
Of course, now I have the feelings of keep moving forward too. I am the kind of person who always have dreams, and will constantly outline the future in my mind. Well, this can motivate me to move forward continuosly. If you climbed up a hill, you will see the mountain. Although one may out of breath or lack of strenght during climbing, but once you get through it, you will become stronger. If you climb higher, you will see the higher mountain, and have the wider view of world. You will not regret it later if keep moving towards the direction you pictured now,
17. Do you satisfied with your age now, or hope that the time can fly faster?
Although I like the moment now, sometimes I do hope that time can fly faster. Because once I started a thing, I am very curious of how much I have achieved compared to my promise and target I set initially. Therefore, I would like to see myself at that time faster.
18. I would like to know is there anything that you missed a lot.
My hometown is in Gwangju, because I became a trainee in Seoul since high school, I missed my family, especially my sister. In my memory, I only have the impression of her in elementary school, and when she is grown up. Apparently I am her brother, in fact I am the one who receive strenght and comfort from her more. I feel very sorry for her. I want to see my sister more often, buy her delicious food, and bring her to places which is fun.
19.Do you have a thought of what kind of person you want to be or things that you want to possess?
I want to become a good father. The person whom I respect most is my father, I want to become a father that same like my father. To become a father of a harmonious family is my dream, but I think that is the most difficult. And to become the person who brings hope to people in their hardship, is also my dream from childhood. This idea has not changed till now. Whether it is in singing, acting or the other stuff I have mentioned above, those are the things that I can carry out well.
20. I feel that recently you become more mature suddenly.
Compared to the past, I want to listen and think more before I act. After I decided to go towards one direction, as if there is no other alternative way but believe in myself .
Credits: TVXQBaidu + 将爱myyunho.com
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