In a recent interview on producer Na Young Seok’s YouTube channel, actor Park Seo Joon delved into the hurdles posed by South Korea’s 52-hour workweek system. As he prepares for the release of the Netflix series ‘Gyeongseong Creature,’ Park Seo Joon shed light on the difficulties faced by actors under this system.
Under the 52-hour workweek, Park Seo Joon highlighted the challenge of turning down project opportunities, stating, “It is difficult to refuse a project.” Explaining further, he revealed that due to the restricted working hours, it takes nearly a year to complete a single project.To cope with this, Park Seo Joon emphasized the importance of making quick decisions to respect the production team’s time. He stated, “I try to decline as quickly as possible out of consideration for the production team. It wouldn’t be polite to leave them in suspense for 2-3 weeks.”
Beyond the workweek constraints, Park Seo Joon delved into the weight associated with the term “actor.” He was quoted by alkpop, “The word actor carries more weight than the term top star. I feel uneasy about being labeled a top star.”
The conversation also touched on Park Seo Joon’s upcoming Netflix series, ‘Gyeongseong Creature,’ set to premiere on December 22. The series, portraying the struggles of two individuals in 1945 Gyeongseong, depicts a tale of survival and confronting greed. Park Seo Joon, playing Jang Tae Sang, the owner of a prominent pawn shop, navigates challenges while searching for his missing mistress.
During the interview, Park Seo Joon candidly shared his experience of burnout during the two years of filming ‘Gyeongseong Creature.’ He disclosed that his health had suffered, leading to the postponement of fan meetings. To recover, he engaged in activities like watching movies and playing golf, which allowed him to disconnect from his thoughts. With improved health, Park Seo Joon expressed his determination to return to work with full vigor.
Under the 52-hour workweek, Park Seo Joon highlighted the challenge of turning down project opportunities, stating, “It is difficult to refuse a project.” Explaining further, he revealed that due to the restricted working hours, it takes nearly a year to complete a single project.To cope with this, Park Seo Joon emphasized the importance of making quick decisions to respect the production team’s time. He stated, “I try to decline as quickly as possible out of consideration for the production team. It wouldn’t be polite to leave them in suspense for 2-3 weeks.”
Beyond the workweek constraints, Park Seo Joon delved into the weight associated with the term “actor.” He was quoted by alkpop, “The word actor carries more weight than the term top star. I feel uneasy about being labeled a top star.”
The conversation also touched on Park Seo Joon’s upcoming Netflix series, ‘Gyeongseong Creature,’ set to premiere on December 22. The series, portraying the struggles of two individuals in 1945 Gyeongseong, depicts a tale of survival and confronting greed. Park Seo Joon, playing Jang Tae Sang, the owner of a prominent pawn shop, navigates challenges while searching for his missing mistress.
During the interview, Park Seo Joon candidly shared his experience of burnout during the two years of filming ‘Gyeongseong Creature.’ He disclosed that his health had suffered, leading to the postponement of fan meetings. To recover, he engaged in activities like watching movies and playing golf, which allowed him to disconnect from his thoughts. With improved health, Park Seo Joon expressed his determination to return to work with full vigor.
