Park Bo Gum Gets Real: Actor Opens Up About Life and Acting on JTBC's 'My Name Is Gabriel'
In a recent episode of JTBC's show "My Name Is Gabriel," actor Park Bo Gum opened up about his perspective on life and acting.
The episode featured an interview where he revealed his thoughts before living as another person in a foreign country for the show.
Park Bo Gum, known for his roles in various dramas, mentioned his initial hesitation before agreeing to appear on the show.
"It would be a lie to say I didn't hesitate at all. I did hesitate a bit at first. But I realized that the concept of this show is similar to acting. Living someone else's life is similar to what I do-portraying someone else's life on screen. I thought, 'Wait a minute. I've never lived someone else's life in another country. It would be kind of fun.' Also, Park Myung-soo was joining the cast, so I decided to participate."
-Park Bo Gum
Despite his initial doubts, he drew parallels between living someone else's life on screen and the concept of the show, finding it intriguing to experience a different life in another country.
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During the interview, when asked what kind of life he would lead if he were not an actor, Park Bo Gum became emotional.
With tears in his eyes, he expressed his belief that he would still lead a happy and fulfilling life, enjoying simple moments and empathizing with others.
"If I hadn't been living my current life... If I hadn't been an actor, then... I believe I would still be living happily, finding joy in each moment. I'm quite a sensitive person. When I talk to others, I often feel like I'm in their shoes as well, I enjoy people-watching, going for walks and simply gazing at the scenery without any particular thoughts."
-Park Bo Gum
The production team, inspired by Park Bo Gum's emotional responses, arranged for him to live the life of Ruaidhri, a choir director in Dublin, Ireland, as part of the show's unique concept.
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Written by Joan Cabigas
