'Wild Sing' Uhm Taegoo: "I practiced rap at JYP with the mindset that I'd die if I wasn't cute"

SOURCE: '와일드씽' 엄태구 "JYP에서 랩 연습, 귀엽지 않으면 죽겠다는 마음"

Actor Uhm Taegoo shared his thoughts on overcoming his introverted personality to portray an idol.

On the 7th, the film 'Wild Sing' held a press conference at 11 AM (KST) at Lotte Cinema Konkuk University Entrance in Seoul. Actors Kang Dongwon, Uhm Taegoo, Park Jihyun, Oh Jungse, and director Song Jaegon attended the event.

Uhm Taegoo said, "I don't think I'm that introverted. I don't know if it was a full 180-degree transformation, though. I just remember mentally preparing myself for the stage. On the day of filming, I went in with the mindset that if I wasn't cute, I'd die," and added, "I felt motivated watching Kang Dongwon Sunbaenim practice beside me."

When asked if he had any regrets making such a bold transformation as an introvert, he answered, "I really wanted to portray Goo Sanggu's character really well. While I have an introverted side, I also have extroverted side. Regardless, I wanted to express the character properly. The moments I regretted were when the acting didn't come out as well as I hoped, or when a scene wasn't as funny as it could've been. Thinking 'this could've been funnier' after the scene had already passed made me feel a bit down."

Regarding his rap preparation, Uhm Taegoo shared, "I practiced very hard at JYP Entertainment. I practiced in a private booth, so I didn't get to see any other idols."

He also noted, "I rehearsed on stage the day before the actual shoot. With the broadcast cameras were all there and being under the stage lights, it felt really fascinating and nerve-wracking. It was the first time the staff saw what I had practiced. Strangely enough, it was fun."

'Wild Sing' is a comedy film about Triangle, a three-member co-ed dance group that once dominated the music industry but disbanded overnight after getting involved in an unexpected incident. The film follows their reckless attempt to seize a chance for a comeback 20 years later. It is scheduled to be released on June 3rd.

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SNSD steps up for Sooyoung's father after he lost his eyesight: "The members have been donating consistently"

SOURCE: '시력 잃은' 수영 아버지 위해 나선 소녀시대 "멤버들이 꾸준히 기부"

On 'You Quiz on the Block,' Sooyoung expressed her deep gratitude toward her fellow SNSD members.

On the episode of 'You Quiz on the Block' that aired on the 6th, Hyoyeon, Yuri, and Sooyoung appeared as guests.

Sooyoung brought up touching memories of being thankful to the members while talking about her father, who lost his eyesight.

Sooyoung said, "My father has Retinitis Pigmentosa. It has been about 15 years since he developed the illness. He can barely see now," and added, "He is currently serving as the chairman of an organization dedicated to preventing blindness."

At her father's suggestion, Sooyoung had been quietly doing related volunteer work and donations. One day, Yuri asked her, "Your father is doing such a meaningful work. Why didn't you tell us?"

Sooyoung shared, "Yuri made a donation, and the other members have been donating consistently as well," and added, "It feels like they're helping me carry even my family's burdens," showing the members' strong loyalty.

Yuri was reportedly the first member to step forward, saying, "Let's do anything we can do to help Sooyoung's dad's work." Sooyoung expressed her gratitude toward Yuri, saying, "It's really great to have someone who notices without me even having to say anything."

In response, Yuri said, "I think we naturally came to take care of not only work-related things, but also each other's family matters and personal lives," showing the strong bond SNSD has built over more than 20 years together.

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