Gong Yoo took on the role of Han Yun Jae, the leader of the exploration in Netflix’s The Silent Sea. He will lead the team with charisma and outstanding competence.

The actor shared his thoughts on being a part of The Silent Sea through a video interview with the media.

Q1. Are you satisfied with the work?

I got an offer from The Silent Sea when I wanted to do a series with a unique genre. I’m satisfied with the result.

Q2. What do you think the message of the series is?

I think I can answer that by explaining why I chose the work. It has an outer layer of SF, but I liked it because it’s actually a humanistic story. That point intrigued me.

Also, the vague topic of how it (moon water) is the hope and future of mankind but also the forbidden fruit came attractive to me.

Q3. Do Han Yun Jae and Gong Yoo share any similarities?

When I first accept a role, the first thing I do is see how similar he is to me. I find that similarity and maximize it. And I felt that Yun Jae is quite similar to me.

I also have the cynical side of Yun Jae in me. He also seems to be a person who likes justice. I think Yun Jae’s firmness and responsibility are similar to my actual personality.

Q4. What do you think about the mixed reviews?

I knew that there would be mixed reviews from the start. It’s an SF genre, so I knew those opinions would be split even more.

Q5. Many of your fans are waiting for your comeback to the romance genre.

It’s not like I’m avoiding it on purpose (laughs). I tend to choose a work that I want to remember rather than choosing based on how big the role is.

I act according to my emotions and instincts. There is something that I want to tell people. As an actor, I thought it’d be best to join a work that actually tells a story.

Q6. What’s your favorite scene?

There is this one scene that I got goosebumps when I first read the script. It’s a scene where Soo Chan vomits water after getting infected with the virus. There’s also a scene where I screamed without realizing it. That’s a scene where I fall from the elevator.

I shot that scene with ten wires attached to my body. So many staff lifted me up and blew me away. I cheered as soon as I saw the completed scene.

Q7. You appeared on ‘Squid Game’ as the “ddakji man.” Will you appear in season two as well?

I keep in touch with the director, but he’s so busy these days. He didn’t tell me any details, so I don’t know what’s going to happen. As always, I’ll decide after I read the scripts (laughs).

Q8. Looking back this past year, what’s the best thing you did?

Making a cameo appearance on Squid Game and shooting The Silent Sea. Those two things were the most rewarding.

"The Silent Sea" is a sci-fi thriller Netflix Korean Original series. The series is based on the short film "The Sea of Tranquility" of Choi Hang Yong released in 2014 with the same title. He was chosen as the director of the drama.

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BTS’s J-Hope is keeping fans excited as he drops even more stunning concept photos for his highly anticipated new single!

On March 4, J-Hope released the second concept photo for his digital single "Sweet Dreams (feat. Miguel)" through BTS’s official social media, giving fans another glimpse into the warm and romantic theme of his comeback.

In the latest photos, J-Hope brings out the sweet and dreamy vibes of being in love—all in the most familiar place, his home.

He’s seen lying comfortably on a cozy rug, talking on the phone with a blissful smile, and daydreaming with his feet propped up on a chair.

Sitting on the edge of a bathtub, he looks completely relaxed, lost in thought, as the soft sunlight wraps around him, adding to the sentimental and heartwarming mood.

The dreamy setting and his gentle, love-filled expressions perfectly match the theme of "Sweet Dreams," making fans even more excited for the song’s release!

Before the official release, J-Hope will drop teaser videos on March 5 and 6, leading up to the big moment on March 7 at 2 PM KST.

To celebrate, J-Hope is also holding an exclusive offline fan event, "Sweet Dreamland," where 613 lucky ARMYs will get to experience the magic in person at 1 PM KST on March 7.

The number 613 isn’t random—it represents BTS’s debut date, June 13, showing J-Hope’s deep appreciation for his fans.

And don’t worry if you can’t be there in person—the event will be livestreamed on Weverse, so ARMYs all over the world can join in the fun!

"Sweet Dreams (feat. Miguel)" is a romantic serenade filled with J-Hope’s heartfelt emotions and a desire to love and be loved. With R&B star Miguel lending his smooth vocals to the track, anticipation is through the roof!

J-Hope has already started his first solo world tour with the "j-hope Tour ‘HOPE ON THE STAGE’ in SEOUL", held at the KSPO DOME from February 28 to March 2.

But he didn’t stop there—he surprised fans with a pre-release performance of "Sweet Dreams (feat. Miguel)," and the crowd went wild!

Even before the official release, the song is already getting rave reviews! On March 3, British music magazine NME gave the concert a five-star rating, praising J-Hope’s powerful stage presence and saying:

"It was clear how much he missed the stage, and that’s where he shines the brightest. He has already proven his abilities as a BTS member, and now, he has done so again as a solo artist. He fully showcased his talent and radiated an energy stronger than ever before."

With a new single, an exclusive fan event, and an exciting world tour ahead, J-Hope is set to dominate the music scene once again! Are you ready to experience "Sweet Dreams"?

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