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‘The Crown Prince’ Special Guest Kwak Dong-yeon Undergoes Special Makeup and Wire Action: 'I Didn't Even Dream of It' [I

‘The Crown Prince’ Special Guest Kwak Dong-yeon Undergoes Special Makeup and Wire Action: 'I Didn't Even Dream of It' [Interview Pt. 4]

From Chosun Ilbo · () Korean

Translated from Korean, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • Actor Kwak Dong-yeon discussed his experience in the fantasy historical drama 'The Crown Prince' during an interview.
  • He revealed that despite being a special guest, he underwent extensive special effects makeup and wire action, calling it a difficult experience he hadn't anticipated.
  • Kwak Dong-yeon shared his thoughts on challenging the fantasy historical genre for the first time through the series.

Actor Kwak Dong-yeon, known for his roles in various dramas, recently shared his challenging experience filming the Netflix original series 'The Crown Prince.' In an interview held on the morning of the 24th in Seoul, Kwak Dong-yeon discussed his foray into the fantasy historical genre.

Despite his role being a special appearance, Kwak Dong-yeon revealed the significant physical demands of the production. He underwent extensive special effects makeup and performed wire action sequences, describing the experience as a "living hell" that he had not foreseen. "I didn't even dream of it," he stated, highlighting the unexpected intensity of his involvement.

The series, which premiered on the 17th, features Kwak Dong-yeon alongside Nam Joo-hyuk, who plays Goo-cheon, a character capable of traversing between the human and ghost worlds, and Noh Yoon-seo as Saeng-gang, a palace maid with a hidden past. Kwak Dong-yeon's willingness to embrace such demanding aspects for a special appearance underscores his dedication to his craft and the immersive nature of the fantasy historical setting.

I didn't even dream of it.

— Kwak Dong-yeonKwak Dong-yeon expressed his surprise at the demanding nature of his special appearance in 'The Crown Prince,' which involved significant special effects and wire action.
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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.