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Decline in Box Office Movies
A recent story discussed Korean actor Song Joong Ki's dissatisfaction with the box office performance of his films. He broke down in tears and expressed his disappointment to the reporters during the post-screening ceremony for his film Bogotá. The largely deserted movie theatre and many deserted parking lots at the film event dismayed actor Lee Song Joong Ki and his co-stars.
Song Joong Ki deteriorating acting abilities, however, drew criticism rather than sympathy and support. Critics were critical of his acting in the movie, claiming that he came across as awkward at times. Online users immediately attacked him for his crocodile tears, spreading accusations that he had insulted his wife by calling her "that person" during an interview. How does his personal life relate to his job, in my opinion? Why netizens feel the need to bring his personal life into his work life is beyond me.
Actors' lack of job because of the competitive nature
Veteran actors and actresses who are unemployed and waiting for a screenplay at home are among them. A number of Korean actors and actresses are still awaiting a script, even if there are many who are successful in the entertainment industry. Actress Kim Ha Neul talked about her challenges in the business. There will always be those who fall behind, even though there are those who achieve. That is the world's reality. Despite their popularity during their prime, these actors and actresses will eventually be replaced by younger, more attractive, and more well-liked actors and actresses. As a result, you must demonstrate your value and skill.
Park Sung Hoon image taken from Squid Game 2
Cancel Culture
Actor Park Sung Hoon recently posted a Japanese pornographic image on his Instagram story by mistake. Even though he removed it in a matter of seconds, the quick internet users who saw it continued to distribute it online. He stated in his defence that he received this direct message on his Instagram account. At first, he claimed, all he wanted to do was save the photo and notify his employer. But instead, he sent this image to his Instagram story after pressing the incorrect button. Since then, he had expressed regret for his error. Malicious comments were written by netizens who were not pleased with his apology. He made the decision to resign so as not to jeopardise the next project.
I feel sorry for actor Park Sung Hoon because, while playing a villain, he was continuously assailed by viewers who were overly engrossed in the plays they were watching. They detested him due to the role he played in the well-known Korean drama Queen of Tears and Glory. He had stated his wish to avoid playing a villain again.
Park Sung Hoon has not been particularly well-liked despite his talent as an actor. He was given the once-in-a-lifetime chance to play a key role in a drama. But because he made a mistake, he blew it away. This cancel culture can be too harsh, in my opinion, and I fail to see why he should be punished for this kind of error. There seems to be a double standard in the entertainment sector, and if a celebrity is consistently well-liked and well-popular, people are more likely to ignore their error.
Current Korean drama trends
These Korean dramas have popular actors. Currently, it's common to pair up as a couple. As I mentioned in my previous essay, fans of these celebrities and actresses have a fantasy that they will hook up and be together. Superstars focus entirely on their work in their professional life. One should keep one's personal and professional lives separate. In a drama on television, they might have the best connection, but in real life, that might not be the case. This goal is being supported and bought with people's pocket money. For financial gain, companies overhyped and over promoted these on-screen couples.
Seo Yea Ji Fan meeting
Versatility
Kim Soo Hyun and Kim Ji Won, the principal actor and actress of Queen of Tears, are enjoying their fame and organising fan events throughout Asia. Fans of the drama greet them warmly. The companies appeared to be aware that this play was destined to be a huge success. They thus organised a number of activities to commemorate their triumph and raise funds at the same time.
Actress Seo Yea Ji is attempting to regain her fame following her controversy. Her decision to return gradually is likewise a wise one. After joining Sublime, a new agency, she returned with a Fan-meeting session.It is a crucial lesson to understand that in order for fans to be eager to spend money on you, celebrities need to build a solid rapport with them. When it comes to acting, superstars these days aim to be versatile. They must possess more than just likability, diligence, and acting talent. To get the attention of audiences who will back them, these celebrities will need to improve their charisma and demeanour. Developing a relationship with the fans is so important that it aids in the promotion of the superstars and raises their worth.
As a whole, the entertainment industry is a profit-driven company. Yes, the celebrities' accomplishments bring in money. Because of their fame, they are able to get work possibilities, endorsements, and ads. Likes and dislikes of dramas and celebrities are subjective. Being in this field is challenging, but it can also be rewarding.
In this interview, actor Kim Soo Hyun discusses his favourite scenes and the character he hopes to play next. He’s listed every drama that helped him become famous. Let’s face it, he is incredibly intelligent, and he did acknowledge the dramas that made him a household name. In this interview, it is evident that he wanted his supporters to concentrate on his work performance and simply support anything he wanted to present the public. To the same extent that I have always supported Seo Yea Ji, I am eagerly awaiting his next endeavour. All of them are deserving of the recognition they receive for their hard work. 😊
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