[Interview] 'Chief Detective' Seo Soo-min: "Debut nerves calmed by stress ball... still working part-time"
Translated from Korean, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.
At a glance
- Actor Seo Soo-min discusses her debut drama role in 'Chief Detective 1958'.
- She shares that she used a stress ball to calm her nerves on set.
- Seo Soo-min humorously notes she is still working part-time despite her acting debut.
Actress Seo Soo-min has shared her experiences and feelings about her first drama role in 'Chief Detective 1958.' The actress, who recently concluded her part in the series, spoke about the challenges and adjustments she faced during her debut.
Speaking at a cafe in Gangnam, Seoul, Seo Soo-min revealed that she is still working part-time jobs even after her acting debut. "I'm still working part-time right now," she stated, adding that she used a stress ball to help manage her nerves on set. "I was so nervous on set that I used the stress ball to calm myself down."
I'm still working part-time right now.
The drama 'Chief Detective 1958,' which aired its finale on the 25th, centers on a father who embarks on a dangerous journey to find his kidnapped daughter. Seo Soo-min's participation marked her first foray into the acting world through a drama series, a significant step in her career.
Her comments highlight the dual reality many aspiring actors face, balancing the excitement of a new role with the practical need for continued employment. The stress ball anecdote offers a glimpse into the personal coping mechanisms employed to navigate the pressures of a professional acting environment.
I was so nervous on set that I used the stress ball to calm myself down.
Originally published by Chosun Ilbo in Korean. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.