Choi Min-ho, SHINee, Lee Soon-jae, Randebu
- SEOUL – choi Min-ho, a member of the South Korean boy band SHINee, is returning to the stage in the play 'Randebu,' marking his second theatrical endeavor in...
- 'Randebu' is a two-person drama that centers on Tae-seop, a rocket researcher grappling with obsessive-compulsive disorder, and Ji-hee, a woman burdened by the challenges of life.The narrative follows...
- Choi portrays Tae-seop, a character he describes as a meticulously planned individual, contrasting with his own personality.
Choi Min-ho Returns to the Stage in ‘Randebu’
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SEOUL – choi Min-ho, a member of the South Korean boy band SHINee, is returning to the stage in the play ‘Randebu,’ marking his second theatrical endeavor in a year. The play, which explores themes of connection and destiny, opened recently and runs through May 11 at the Seoul Arts Center Free Theater.
A Story of connection Against the Odds
‘Randebu’ is a two-person drama that centers on Tae-seop, a rocket researcher grappling with obsessive-compulsive disorder, and Ji-hee, a woman burdened by the challenges of life.The narrative follows their unlikely meeting and the development of their relationship, defying the metaphorical “gravity” that keeps them apart.
Min-ho’s Outlook on the Role
Choi portrays Tae-seop, a character he describes as a meticulously planned individual, contrasting with his own personality. To prepare for the role, Choi revealed he ate jjajangmyeon (black bean noodles) every Wednesday for over two months to embody Tae-seop’s routines.
“I wanted to do theater for a long time,” Choi said. “I thought there would be a great learning experience in my acting life. I didn’t want to miss the chance to represent this story. I fell in love with the stage.”
He added, “The script for ‘Randebu’ was like a fairy tale, but it contained realistic content.It was fun,but it coexisted with pain and sadness.”
Learning from Experience
Choi made his theatrical debut last year in ‘Waiting for Altitude,’ working alongside veteran actor Lee Soon-jae. In ‘Randebu,’ he shares the stage with Choi Ha-ri, who is the same age.
“If you start with a small theater, I have to show myself more perfectly,” Choi explained. “I thought that I could understand many people by acting in this place where there was no place to hide.”
He also credited Lee Soon-jae for his guidance during ‘Waiting for Altitude,’ noting that the lessons learned from that experience influenced his performance in ‘Randebu.’
Looking to the future
Choi expressed his desire to continue performing in ‘Randebu’ throughout his career,envisioning how his interpretation of the story might evolve as he ages.
“I met ‘Randebu’ in my 30s,” Choi said. “If you meet in your 40s, you can get another love story. I want to do this stage in my 30s, 40s, 50s, and 60s.”
The performance runs for 100 minutes without intermission.
Choi Min-ho’s ‘Randebu’: A Q&A with the Star adn the Play
This Q&A delves into Choi Min-ho’s return to the stage in the play ‘Randebu’, providing insights into the production, the actor’s readiness, and his perspective on the role.
Q: Who is Choi Min-ho, and what is his connection to ‘Randebu’?
A: Choi Min-ho, a member of the popular South Korean boy band SHINee, is a performer returning to the stage. He stars in the play ’Randebu,’ marking his second stage play in a year.
Q: What is ‘Randebu’ about?
A: ‘Randebu’ is a two-person drama that explores themes of connection and destiny. It centers on Tae-seop, a rocket researcher grappling with obsessive-compulsive disorder, and Ji-hee, a woman facing life’s challenges. The story follows their unlikely meeting and the growth of their relationship, defying the metaphorical “gravity” that keeps them apart.
Q: Where and when can I see ’Randebu’?
A: ‘Randebu’ opened recently at the Seoul Arts Center Free Theater and runs for a limited time, through May 11.
Q: What role does Choi Min-ho play in ‘Randebu’?
A: Choi Min-ho plays Tae-seop, a character described as a meticulously planned individual.
Q: How did Choi Min-ho prepare for his role as Tae-seop?
A: To embody Tae-seop’s routines, Choi revealed he ate jjajangmyeon (black bean noodles) every Wednesday for over two months.
Q: What motivated Choi min-ho to take on this role?
A: Choi expressed a long-standing desire to do theater.He saw it as a important learning experience for his acting career and didn’t want to miss the chance to represent the story. He mentioned falling in love with the stage and how the script of ‘Randebu’ combined fairy-tale elements with realistic content that included both fun, and pain.
Q: Has Choi Min-ho performed in other plays before ‘Randebu’?
A: Yes,’Randebu’ is not Choi’s first time on stage. He made his theatrical debut last year in ‘Waiting for Altitude.’
Q: Did his experience in ‘Waiting for Altitude’ influence his performance in ‘Randebu’?
A: Yes. Choi credited the guidance he received from veteran actor Lee soon-jae during ‘Waiting for Altitude’. He stated that he learned a lot from the experience.
Q: What does Choi Min-ho hope to achieve through his performance in ‘Randebu’?
A: Choi hopes to connect with audiences through his performance. He also expressed that he could understand many peopel by acting in a theater without hiding.
Q: How long does the play run?
A: The performance runs for 100 minutes without intermission.
Q: What are Choi Min-ho’s future aspirations for ‘Randebu’?
A: Choi expressed his desire to perform in ‘Randebu’ throughout his career, envisioning how he could interpret the story differently as he ages. He mentioned wanting to perform it in his 30s, 40s, 50s, and 60s.