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Go Doo-shim on 33-Year-Younger Co-star Kiss Scene: 'No Burden from Age Difference' (What Will We Leave Behind?) [Moment
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Go Doo-shim on 33-Year-Younger Co-star Kiss Scene: 'No Burden from Age Difference' (What Will We Leave Behind?) [Moment Capture]

From Chosun Ilbo · () Korean

Translated from Korean, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • Actress Go Doo-shim discussed her role opposite a co-star 33 years her junior.
  • She stated she felt no pressure regarding the age difference in their on-screen romance.
  • The comments were made during a broadcast of the tvN STORY program 'What Will We Leave Behind?'

Veteran actress Go Doo-shim has addressed her experience acting in a romantic storyline with Ji Hyun-woo, an actor 33 years her junior. The discussion took place during the tvN STORY program 'What Will We Leave Behind?', where Go Doo-shim reflected on her extensive career.

I don't remember well because it was 46 years ago.

โ€” Go Doo-shimGo Doo-shim explains her difficulty recalling details from her debut role due to the passage of time.

When asked about her debut role, Go Doo-shim admitted that after 46 years, her memories of early parts are hazy. She highlighted her role in 'Reed' as the one that truly brought her recognition. She recalled her character being the wife of a professor, played by Lee Jung-gil.

I don't remember the small roles. 'Reed' is what made me known.

โ€” Go Doo-shimGo Doo-shim identifies her breakthrough role in the drama 'Reed' which brought her significant recognition.

During the program, Go Doo-shim specifically addressed her on-screen chemistry with Ji Hyun-woo. She asserted that the significant age gap between them did not create any discomfort or pressure for her. The actress conveyed a sentiment of living in the present, suggesting that dwelling on such differences was unnecessary. Her remarks indicate a modern perspective on age and romance in acting, focusing on the performance rather than societal norms.

There is no burden with the age difference.

โ€” Go Doo-shimGo Doo-shim directly addresses the age gap with her co-star, stating it did not pose a problem for her.
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Originally published by Chosun Ilbo in Korean. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.