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Channel A 'Check-in Hanyang' first teaser

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[DKZ ON AIR] 2025 SEASON’S GREETINGS Behind-the-Scenes - EP.139

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Channel A Drama "Check-in Hanyang" Main Poster

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Park Jaechan Transforms into a Joseon-Era Hotel Staff in “Check-in Hanyang”

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2024 Korea Drama Festival s Plex On - Hot Icon Award

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Korean TV Drama Vol.123 (Media Boy MOOK) Jaechan Interview

"Semantic Error" The lead actor, a kind young man, is perfectly cast! In 2019, Jaechan made his singing debut as a member of the idol group DKZ (formerly DONGKIZ), while also pursuing acting simultaneously. He has been diligently working hard, releasing albums and appearing in web dramas, balancing both careers. In 2022, he starred in the leading role of "Semantic Error" (WATCHA), which became a hit as the first BL drama in South Korea, marking his blossoming as an actor. In 2024, he appeared in "Bitter Sweet Hell" (MBC) and "My Sweet Mobster." He plays Lee Donghee, a gentle young man who, despite being the youngest “thirsty deer” longing for Seo Jihwan (played by Um Taegoo), modestly supports Go Eunha (played by Han Sunhwa), bringing comfort to viewers.

A Filming Set Full of Improvisation Once I got used to it, I was able to enjoy the filming.

What kind of work is "The Girlfriend Who Plays"? It's a project that taught me how enjoyable acting can be and how I can approach it with a relaxed mindset. I quickly became friends with the seniors from “Thirsty Deer,” and the set was always filled with laughter. There were many moments where I truly felt like a family. Only enjoyable memories come to mind.

How did you think about expressing the character, Lee Donghee? Honestly, at first, I thought the role of Donghee was very difficult. Donghee is a character who is quiet and shy, feeling a strong pressure not to burden his seniors or the company. So, I struggled with how to behave in front of the playful seniors. However, I decided to act with the mindset of "Donghee should just quietly do what he needs to do."

How similar are you to Jaechan himself? Donghee is the same age as me, but he is much more mature than I am. So, it took me some time to understand him. I couldn't relate to his tendency to carry pain by himself. When I face difficulties, I’m the type to talk to others and seek advice, so it pained me to see Donghee struggling alone. Nevertheless, Donghee is a character with kindness, so I focused on expressing that aspect.

Donghee was a kind person who gave flowers to Eunha. That was the director's idea. He said, "Let’s go with the concept of Donghee as a man who holds flowers," so I always had flower props around me. Thanks to that, I think Donghee's kindness was well expressed. I also believe that Donghee’s quiet dedication to his work is another charm of his character.

The scenes with the “Thirsty Deer” employees were quite comedic. What was the atmosphere like on set? It wouldn’t be an exaggeration to say that half of the scenes in “Thirsty Deer” were improvised (laughs). It felt like a group of people who love acting were doing skits together, and everyone was in sync. At first, I struggled to adapt to that atmosphere, but before I knew it, I got used to it and was able to enjoy the filming.

Was there a particularly memorable episode? There’s a scene where Lee Yoojoon (played by Jung Manho) presents a new product at the company, but his lines were suddenly changed on set. He ended up messing up his lines about ten times. Since it was a comedic scene, the NG itself was funny, and I remember us trying to hold back our laughter while filming. Shy Donghee didn’t join in on the laughter much, but I felt a bit disappointed thinking that if he were more extroverted, he could have played along.

In a past interview, you mentioned that you’re “quick to learn.” What did you learn from this work? I think I was able to learn the wit and improvisation of my seniors. As we got to the later stages of filming, I became able to respond quickly to their improvised lines, so I believe my reflexes improved a bit and I became more resourceful.

"It Was Just Like the Original" I will never forget the joy of that moment.

How was it working with Um Taegoo and Han Sunhwa? Watching my seniors act made me feel, “Professionals are truly different.” One scene that particularly impressed me was when Jihwan celebrated Eunha’s subscriber count reaching one million. Before filming, Taegoo hyung was really worried about how to express it, but once we started shooting, he acted like a carefree child, which was really amazing.

There were also scenes where your performance shone. How about the scene where Donghee's past is revealed? Donghee has a trauma from an accident during high school. There’s a scene where a friend’s brother connected to the accident visits Donghee, and it’s a moment where Donghee gets agitated. It was the first time Donghee's emotions were visible, so I was quite careful during the filming. Maybe I got too immersed in the emotions, as even after shooting, my heart was still aching. The scene where he cries and pours out his feelings in front of prosecutor Kwon Yool (played by Jang Hyunwoo) was equally impactful.

What is your favorite scene? It’s the ending scene of the final episode. Everyone is wearing trench coats, and when they take them off, the members of “Thirsty Deer” and Eunha are each wearing T-shirts with words written on them. You’ll have to watch the broadcast to find out what it says (laughs). That kind of direction was really innovative, and I remember everyone having fun during the filming. Although Donghee’s conclusion isn’t elaborately described, I imagine Donghee works hard at “Thirsty Deer,” gets promoted, and eventually takes the position of CEO from Seo Jihwan (laughs), ending up as Lee Donghee.

I’d like to ask about “Bitter Sweet Hell.” In the role of Dohyun, which you play, Kim Heesun was cast as the mother and Kim Namhee as the father. Wasn’t it a pressure to work with such esteemed seniors? First of all, Heesun and Namhee are very bright, and especially Namhee is truly a playful person. Even in serious scenes, he made everyone laugh, so the set was always filled with laughter. Lee Hyeyoung, who plays the grandmother, has a powerful presence that you can feel just by watching her on TV. During filming, she was even more impressive and a bit scary, but in reality, she is very charming. To be honest, I was nervous about working with my seniors, but they seemed to sense that and lightened the mood with jokes.

Are there any scenes from “Bitter Sweet Hell” that you’d like to highlight? There’s a scene where Dohyun lies to his mother, and it ends up being revealed, leading to a quarrel. But actually, Dohyun has a significant secret, and he just didn’t say it. In the end, he gathers the courage to confess and gets comforted by his mother. It was an impactful scene, and it connects to Dohyun’s happy ending, so I’d definitely like to highlight it.

Let’s talk about “Semantic Error,” which brought a significant turning point in your life. It’s an unforgettable work for you, isn’t it? Of course. It’s a work that gave me a huge opportunity. Thanks to the role of Chu Sangwoo, I received a lot of love and had various experiences. I was also given the task of creating a character as loved as Sangwoo in “Semantic Error.” When I played Sangwoo, both the director and the viewers said, “He was exactly the character we imagined from the original,” and I still can’t forget the joy of that moment. I would love to play a role that I can’t imagine anyone else portraying.

Trials Create Who I Am Now Everything is my destined experience.

I want to know more about you. What have you been eating recently, what music are you listening to, and what are your current hobbies? Lately, I’ve been eating soy sauce egg rice a lot. It’s simple to make and delicious, so I really like it. I sometimes add meat to it as well. The song I’m currently into is “I Like U (feat. CAMO)” by Leellamarz. I also plan to continue cycling, but it’s been too hot recently, so I’ve taken a little break. I think I’ll start cycling again when autumn comes.

How do you overcome tough times? I often just stay still. Instead of forcing myself to overcome it, I leave it be, and before I know it, that moment has passed. I believe in destiny. I’m still young, but I think I’ve experienced quite a few trials in my life so far. I believe those trials have shaped who I am today. So, whether it's tough times, happy moments, success, or setbacks, I try not to worry and accept that it’s all part of my destined experiences.

Do you have any new goals? I want to make acting and singing lifelong friends, something I can always walk alongside. I want to experience more and continue to create music that reflects my own colors based on those experiences. If possible, I’d like to prepare an album within 2024.

Do you still want to play a psychopath? It’s something I often talked about in interviews after “Semantic Error,” and I still feel that way. I want to challenge myself with a villain role. I’ve mainly played kind and intelligent characters, so now I feel like trying to play a character that’s the complete opposite. I’d love to portray a villain like the one Im Siwan senior played in “Unlocked” (2022).

Finally, could you tell the Japanese readers about the drama you’re currently filming, “Check-in Hanyang” (broadcast date on Channel A is undecided)? It’s a comedic period drama depicting young people striving to enter Yongcheon Building, a lodging that’s more glamorous and splendid than the royal palace during the Joseon era. I’m appearing alongside Bae Inhyuk, Jung Gunjoo, and Lee Howon, and I play Go Soora, a character who is struggling to become a regular employee of Yongcheon Building. I think it will be a funny piece, so please enjoy watching it!

Translated by Park Jaechan Updates Thanks to @/lllJC1206lll for allowing us to use the scanned photos

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2024 Korea Drama Festival Exclusive Behind-the-Scenes DKZ CUT

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[DKZ] 2025 SEASON'S GREETINGS

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241023 ZAGAE Instagram Update with Jaechan

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DKZ 2025 SEASON’S GREETINGS CONCEPT PHOTO

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[DKZ] 😺I just followed the steps in order….🌱 | JAECHAN's Tea Ceremony Experience🍵

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DKZ 2025 SEASON’S GREETINGS CONCEPT PHOTO

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The 16th SEOUL SUCCESS AWARDS 2024 - Voting Guide

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Korea Drama Festival : KDF Concert Behind Story DKZ Cut

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241012~13 Jaechan at 2024 Korea Drama Awards & 2024 KDF Concert

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241013 DKZ Official Update

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241013 DKZ at 2024 KDF Concert

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