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Indian Express
20-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Indian Express
Ahn Hyo Seop reveals how ‘senior' Lee Min Ho treated him on Omniscient Reader set: ‘I've admired him for years, he made me feel…'
K-drama star Ahn Hyo Seop recently sat down for an interview in Seoul to talk about his upcoming film Omniscient Reader: The Prophet. Directed by Kim Byung Woo and backed by a massive 30 billion won budget, the film boasts a star-studded cast, including Lee Min Ho, BLACKPINK's Jisoo, Nana, Chae Soo Bin, and more. Based on a wildly popular web novel that ran for over a decade and built a global fanbase, it was first adapted into a webtoon before making its way to the big screen. During the chat at a café in Palpan-dong, the Business Proposal star opened up about what it felt like to work with Lee Min Ho, someone he's looked up to since childhood. The Doctor Romantic star said working with Lee Min Ho felt 'comfortable.' Drawing a parallel to his on-screen character, Ahn said it was similar to how Kim Dok Ja sees Yoo Jung Hyuk (played by Lee Min Ho) as a legend in the novel—he used to see the Heirs star that way in real life too. 'He's maintained his position as a top star for so long that when I was younger, he was a celebrity to me,' Ahn shared. That connection helped him slip into the role. He added that the moment he saw the movie poster, it all suddenly felt surreal. He'd watched Lee's dramas back when he lived in Canada, and now here they were, working side by side. 'Isn't it fascinating? When someone you've only seen in the media is suddenly in front of you, it hits you. In that sense, there was no sense of distance with Yoo Jung Hyuk. I just felt comfortable on set.' Also read: Lee Min Ho admits he 'could fall any moment,' says problems arise from personal desires, pins all hope on Omniscient Reader Ahn also admitted he may have been a little starstruck seeing Lee Min Ho right there next to him. 'I've liked my senior's work since I was in Canada. It felt nostalgic. During the shoot, there wasn't much time to reflect on that,' he said with a smile. What made it easier was Lee Min Ho himself, keeping it casual, asking things like, 'Have you eaten?' That broke the ice. 'I think we became friends right away.' Speaking about the rest of the cast, the 30-year-old said everyone knew 'how to shine without stepping on each other's toes.' Everyone had their own moment, and there was no competition for the spotlight. It felt like a well-balanced team. Also read: Blue Dragon Series Awards 2025 full winners list: IU, TXT's Yeonjun, Kian84, Hyeri, and more win big at the 4th edition Since the movie is adapted from a wildly popular webtoon, fan expectations are through the roof. But Ahn, during the interview, said he's unbothered. He admitted he never read the entire novel but did enough homework to understand the role. Instead of lifting the character straight off the page, he used the book as a reference point and built his own version of Kim Dok-ja off the script. On fans worrying the live adaptation might not hit the mark, Ahn said, 'This is the face I was born with. What can I do? The director cast me for a reason. My job was just to act the role well.' He didn't deny the pressure, after all, a 30 billion won budget is no small thing, but said that's out of his hands. All he could do was show up and give it everything on set. In the story, the fictional world of a novel becomes real. And there's only one reader who knows the full story from beginning to end, Kim Dok Ja. Now that the world is falling apart, he has to survive alongside the novel's original main character, Yoo Jung-hyuk, played by Lee Min Ho and others.
Time of India
18-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
‘Omniscient Reader': Ahn Hyo Seop delves into losing weight for role, calls action scenes 'draining' - Deets inside!
' Omniscient Reader: The Prophet ' has lately become the talk of the town. Recently, one of the lead actors of the film, Ahn Hyo Seop , who lent his voice in the movie 'Kpop Demon Hunters', opened up about his ordeals encountered during the shoot. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now From losing weight to 'draining' action scenes , the actor revealed behind-the-scenes anecdotes and more about the upcoming film . Hyo Seop talks losing weight for 'Omniscient Reader' and other struggles During a press release which was held on July 17 in Jongno, Seoul, the actor, along with his co-stars, sat down and delved into all that went down behind the camera. As per Hankook Ilbo reports, the actor delved into what struggles he had to face during the filming of the movie, and how due to the 'physically demanding' stunts and action scenes, he ended up undergoing a major weight loss transformation . He shared, 'I was running non-stop, sometimes while carrying a child, sometimes suspended on wires, swinging swords at imaginary creatures. By the end, I had lost six or seven kilograms." The 'Business Proposal' star felt that the depiction of saving a dying world on screen was both "physically draining" and "mentally exhausting". Hyo Seop talks about why he joined the cast of 'Omniscient Reader' The actor also shared that he was intrigued by the concept of the film, and also wanted to know how everything that was detailed in the script would be filmed. Citing this as one of the reasons for joining the cast, the actor also shared that his character was something that helped him in making the choice. He shared, 'What I liked about Dok Ja was his ordinariness. My previous characters have either been larger-than-life or deeply flawed, but Dok Ja isn't extreme in either way'. He also expressed his gratitude towards the team and shared how he doesn't regret joining the project, no matter what has happened. About 'Omniscient Reader: The Prophet' 'Omniscient Reader: The Prophet' is all set to be released in theatres around you on July 23. Directed by Byung Woo Kim, the film also stars , Kim , Im Jin Ah, Chae Soo Bin, among others.
Pink Villa
17-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
Ahn Hyo Seop reveals losing 5-6 kg weight for Omniscient Reader: The Prophet's 'physically draining' action scenes
With Omniscient Reader: The Prophet being less than a week away from its release, a press interview was held at a cafe in Jongno, Seoul on July 17. During the interview, main cast member Ahn Hyo Seop opened up about his role, discussing what sets it apart from his previous projects, as reported by K-media outlet Hankook Ilbo. He also shared the physical demands of the character's intense action scenes that led him to lose weight. Ahn Hyo Seop reveals why he chose to star in Omniscient Reader: The Prophet Ahn Hyo Seop plays the role of Kim Dok Ja in Omniscient Reader: The Prophet – the central character of the fantasy movie. Mentioning what drew him to the project, he said, 'When I read the script, I was excited and curious how it would be filmed." He also mentioned his role's difference from his earlier works. 'What I liked about Dok Ja was his ordinariness. My previous characters have either been larger-than-life or deeply flawed, but Dok Ja isn't extreme in either way," the actor stated. The character being an ordinary office worker was what "intrigued" Ahn Hyo Seop and he considered it challenging to portray Dok Ja with nuance. Ahn Hyo Seop lost few kilograms of weight while filming Omniscient Reader: The Prophet's scenes Indicating at the physically strenuous nature of his role, Ahn Hyo Seop mentioned, 'I was running non-stop, sometimes while carrying a child, sometimes suspended on wires, swinging swords at imaginary creatures." Sharing the impact of his action-packed role on his physique, he revealed, 'By the end, I had lost six or seven kilograms." The Business Proposal star felt that depiction of saving a dying world on screen was both "physically draining" and "mentally exhausting". Despite navigating difficulties, Ahn Hyo Seop felt that the project was meant for him. "The film set suited me. Each scene is shot with care, and everyone gives their all toward the same goal. I thought, 'This is a world I want to be part of. I'm glad I chose acting,'' he said. His efforts to meet his character's requirements, showcased his dedication to his craft.
Time of India
12-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Ahn Hyo Seop opens up about ‘Kpop Demon Hunters', shares behind-the-scenes stories and more
Ahn Hyo Seop , the main voice behind the popular character Jinu from ' Kpop Demon Hunter ', has opened up about recording his voice for the film. He also shared some funny anecdotes and behind-the-scenes stories as well. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now On recording for Jinu The idol revealed that he starred as a guest on actor Park Bo Gum's popular variety show 'The Seasons - Park Bo Gum 's Cantabile' where he was joined by Jung Yong Hwa , artist g0nny, and HITGS as well. Hyo Seop , during the show, shared his experience voicing the character in the animated film , and even shared that it was the first time he had done an English voiceover. He shared, "This was the first time I acted in English. I was really nervous, but it was really fun. I enjoy animations, so I enjoyed watching the production process'. "I was curious, like, um, were you acting by imitating those characters' behaviours, including those kinds of expressions and interjections they use? There were times I was given just the sketches, or a rough draft of the animation," and elaborated that he had to act using his imagination,' he added. The actor shares how he prepared for the role The actor shared that to prepare and act for the role, he ended up receiving the voice recordings of all of the other voiceover artists first. Thoroughly impressed by Hyo Seop's dedication to the role, he shared how 'cool' it was of the actor to pull something off like this. "It must've been difficult, since you had to act basically alone. But it's so amazing how you pulled it off so awesomely. It's so impressive and cool', he added. A special segment by Hyo Seop and Bo Gum This was also the first time that the two actors were meeting face to face on camera, making this show a big milestone. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now To celebrate, the stars got on stage, where, while Bo Gum serenaded the audience with a melodious tune on his piano, the 'Business Proposal' accompanied him with his voice. The actor sang three songs: 'Gather My Tears,' 'Love in My Arms,' and 'Thanks,' while Bo Gum played his piano along to accompany him.
Time of India
10-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
‘Business Proposal' gains fame again; Ahn Hyo Seop reacts with surprise - find out what he had to say
One of Ahn Hyo Seop 's most beloved roles comes from his hit Korean drama series ' Business Proposal '. The quirky and sweet romantic comedy managed to catapult the actor to global fame. The series is now a classic fan favourite and has garnered a lot of traction recently. During an interview, the actor answers questions related to the drama and talks about its popularity as well. Ahn Hyo Seop on 'Kpop Demon Hunters' Actor Ahn Hyo Seop recently played the voice for one of the lead characters in the film, Jinu. The star recently sat down for an interview with Netflix, where he read out and answered questions asked by fans directly. Since many still hold the romantic comedy drama close, it was a pleasing surprise for them when one of the songs from the drama started playing in his latest film, ' Kpop Demon Hunters '. The song specifically plays when Jinu and Rumi meet for the first time. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like An engineer reveals: One simple trick to get internet without a subscription Techno Mag Learn More Undo One such question submitted by the fans also talked about the song and asked Seop what his opinion was on the song's appearance on the show. The question read, 'How did it feel when they played a soundtrack from Business Proposal in KPop Demon Hunters?' Hyo Seop talks about OST cameo and more The actor laughed at the question and shared that the random cameo of the OST from 'Business Proposal' was a huge surprise for her. He also shared that, 'That was a pleasant surprise. I didn't think they would actually use the original song in the movie. I thought it was really funny. And I also thought the directors were very smart to put the whole K-drama scene into the movie'. The actor addresses the resurging popularity of 'Business Proposal' While Ahn Hyo Seop 's K-drama is extremely popular, some people still haven't watched the drama. On the other hand, there are dedicated fans as well who hadn't watched he drama in a while. The OST cameo in his latest film 'Kpop Demon Hunters', helped reignite the interest in 'Business Proposal'. The actor answered a question regarding the rising popularity, which read that 'Did you know that people started rewatching Business Proposal after hearing your voice again?' to which the actor laughed and shared that even though it was a surprise, he is still grateful for his fans. 'No, I did not know that, but thank you. Please enjoy', he stated.
