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Indian Express
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Indian Express
‘Taehyung was so passionate': Award-winning director recalls how BTS' V got rid of IU's MV scene, cut his hair and enlisted the next day
BTS member Kim Taehyung has always had a knack for acting, and it's no secret. Back in the day, he kicked things off with the historical K-drama Hwarang alongside fellow Wooga Squad member Park Hyung Sik, and years later, stormed the MV scene with IU's Love Wins All. The K-pop idol then enlisted in the military and is now just days away from his comeback. At the Muju Film Festival on June 6, Concrete Utopia director Uhm Tae Hwa, who recently bagged the Best Director award, opened up about working with the star and said he'd love to team up with him again, even if it means creating an entirely new role just to fit him. Also read: BTS' V replies to fan's countdown post: 'You waited… now what?'; from solo concerts to FESTA and art exhibits, here's what's next for the K-pop stars While speaking to Editor-in-Chief Joo Sung Chul, Um Tae Hwa revealed they shot the entire music video in just two days. He recalled how the Winter Bear crooner filmed his entire scene while also helping the crew and the director himself, cut his hair right after, and left for the military the next day. During the conversation, the host asked the director if he was aware of Taehyung's comeback from the military, and Uhm said he was and had even sent him a personal message. The host then mentioned how fans have been urging the director to cast V in a movie, to which Uhm replied, 'If Taehyung were willing to do it, I'd be so grateful. I'd love to work with him—even if I had to make up a role just to ask him.' (Translated via Allkpop) He added, 'We only filmed for two days. He left the next day. That's how much he wanted to do it. He was very passionate. That's when I realised he had a real desire to act. I'm not joking—it would be amazing if we could work together again.' Also read: BTS' RM, V, Jimin and Jungkook to greet fans at designated locations post-discharge; BIGHIT says, 'Refrain from visiting' The director was asked to share a story about the K-pop idol, something he witnessed and found unique about him. He replied that Taehyung was very involved on set and was never the kind of celebrity who just did things for the sake of doing them. Originally, the final scene had the two characters (IU and V) crowd-surfing in wedding dresses while singing. But the team was running out of time, and everyone was worried. Trying to shoot it was causing a lot of stress, yet the director wanted to keep the scene badly. 'As a director, I really wanted to film that scene. I thought it would enhance the emotional impact. So I kept trying to make it work until the very end.' That's when the singer came and spoke to him. 'He said, 'Instead of this, how about we film another, better scene?'' Uhm recalled. 'He talked me into it, and he was right; we didn't have enough time. If we had stuck with my idea, we might not have had time to film the other important scenes. Everyone, including the audience actors, was stressing over how to do that scene,' He continued. 'Then Taehyung turned to them and said, 'Everyone, I got rid of that scene!' And everyone cheered.' IU and BTS' V's post-apocalyptic dystopian saga Love Wins All dropped on January 24, 2024, as the lead single from IU's sixth Korean EP, The Winning. The song, and especially the music video, scored a perfect all-kill on South Korean music charts and was hailed as the MV of the season, even debuting at number 25 on the Billboard Global 200. V shot his scenes just a week before his mandatory military enlistment, viewing the project as a parting gift to ARMYs before heading off. In the MV, V and IU escape from a cube-like object in their wedding dresses. IU's character is shown with a hearing impairment, communicating with V through sign language, while V's character is visually impaired.
Pink Villa
22-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
UEFA Final: Park Seo Joon celebrates bestie Son Heung Min's win with passionate hug amid latter's GF extortion case
Park Seo Joon is not just a Wooga Squad member. He is also close to a South Korean footballer. The Gyeongseong Creature actor has once again shown his unwavering support for his close friend, football superstar Son Heung Min. A viral video circulating on X captures Son Heung Min warmly hugging Park Seo Joon as they leap in celebration. The joy on their faces speaks volumes—Park Seo Joon's excitement and pride shine through as he shares this unforgettable victory moment with his closest friend. On May 22, Son Heung Min, captain of Tottenham Hotspur, reached a significant milestone in his career by winning his first major club trophy—the 2024-25 UEFA Europa League. Following the victory, Son Heung Min took to social media to share his joy, posting images that included Park Seo Joon celebrating alongside him. Despite their different professional fields, the actor and the footballer have maintained a strong friendship, often publicly supporting each other through life's highs and lows. Among the shared photos, Son Heung Min proudly captioned one 'Champions! Come on you Spurs,' highlighting the momentous occasion. Park Seo Joon, despite his busy schedule, was present at the celebration, seen holding the trophy and sharing the moment with his friend. The images capture Son Heung Min's emotional connection to this achievement as he kissed the trophy and embraced his teammates in heartfelt celebration. However, amid these triumphant moments, Son Heung Min is also facing a personal challenge. In 2023, a blackmail case emerged involving his girlfriend, who allegedly claimed to be pregnant with his child and demanded 300 million won. Reports indicate that Son Heung Min made the payment before the pregnancy was terminated, but the legal proceedings and public scrutiny continue to unfold. In such challenging times, having a loyal friend like Park Seo Joon by his side is undoubtedly a source of strength for Son Heung Min. Their friendship has been well-documented, transcending their distinct career paths. Back in 2019, during tvN's special documentary Sonsational, which followed Son Heung Min's life, the footballer openly expressed his trust and admiration for Park Seo Joon. He described the actor as 'someone who's always on my side, no matter what I do, and someone I can learn a lot from.' Park Seo Joon also revealed that Son Heung Min saved his contact name as 'Sonshine' in his phone, underscoring their close bond. This deep friendship between the actor and the athlete exemplifies how genuine support can bridge different worlds, standing strong through both victories and personal trials.
