Do Hyeri & Lim Ji-yeon Reflect on Their Roles as Deoksun and Yeonjin?

Hyeri, also known as Lee Hye-ri, will make an appearance in the upcoming film “Victory”, set to be released on August 14th, playing the role of Pil-seon. “Victory”tells the inspiring tales of the Millennium Girls, a group of enthusiastic first-time cheerleaders who spread joy and excitement through their energetic dances and songs.

Hyeri showcases her enthusiasm as she portrays the aspiring dancer Pil-seon. As the leader of the Millennium Girls and a lover of hip-hop, she is forced to do cheerleading in order to secure a practice room. Like her real-life counterpart, Pil-seon also exudes a charming and lively aura.

After attending the premiere event and watching both the trailer and the movie, many viewers drew comparisons between Hyeri’s character in “Victory”and her previous role as Deok-sun. Both characters share similar names and are the main focus of their respective projects, which also have a nostalgic feel for the years 1988 and 1999. When asked about this, Hyeri humbly expressed, “I believe that Deok-sun has played a significant role in bringing me this far in my career.”She also shared that the PD who attended the premiere praised “Reply 1988″as his favorite project of hers, calling it a masterpiece. “I would be disappointed if Pil-seon’s character surpasses Deok-s

Director Park Bum-soo had already envisioned Hyeri playing the role of Pil-seon while conceptualizing the film “Victory”. His confidence in her was not misplaced as Hyeri exceeded expectations and flawlessly brought Pil-seon to life on screen. Unlike the character of Deok-sun, Pil-seon is driven and goal-oriented.

Demonstrating her self-assurance, Hyeri confidently stated, “I placed my trust in the script and portrayed my character faithfully. I never imagined that my portrayal would resemble Deok-sun in any way.”

Lim Ji-yeon, known for her impactful performance as Park Yeon-jin in “The Glory” , also made her presence felt on the big screen in “Revolver” , which made its debut on August 7th. The film revolves around Su-yeong, a former police officer who was wrongfully imprisoned and upon release, sets out on a mission with determination. Lim Ji-yeon takes on the role of Jung Yoon-seon, a bar owner who becomes an enigmatic ally to Su-yeong. In contrast to Su-yeong’s serious demeanor, Jung Yoon-seon is full of life and energy, which Lim Ji-yeon effortlessly embodies with her nuanced acting skills.

Lim Ji-yeon revealed that taking on this film allowed her to overcome her worries and act with courage. The actress explained, “I am someone who likes to plan everything and think ahead, even on set. For ‘The Glory’, I was initially concerned about acting alongside experienced actors. But eventually, I let go of those fears and focused on giving my best performance. It was a challenge to break out of my usual habits, but I am grateful for the opportunity to do so.”

After gaining fame for her role as Park Yeon-jin, Lim Ji-yeon’s name has become closely associated with the character. However, her character in her latest project, Jung Yoon-seon, is also a strong and unique one. Despite being compared to Yeon-jin by some, Lim Ji-yeon is unfazed and confidently stated, “I am not concerned about being linked to Yeon-jin. I have complete faith in my abilities and this character is vastly different from Yeon-jin. Viewers will see a completely new side of me in this movie.”

Despite the difficulty in surpassing the success of their iconic characters, Lee Hye-ri and Lim Ji-yeon both believe it is only natural for the public to remember them as Deok-sun and Yeon-jin.

The source for this information can be found on Tenasia’s website at the following link: https://tenasia.hankyung.com/article/2024081281934.