Park Seo Joon Reveals Getting Inspiration From THIS Pro-Athlete for the Movie ‘Dream’
Park Seo Joon spills more details regarding his comeback movie "Dream," together with IU.
The South Korean heartthrob is booked and busy this 2023, and the sports-themed film, directed by Lee Byung Hun, is his newest project.
In an interview obtained by a local media outlet, the 34-year-old actor shares his experience, preparation, and thoughts about the upcoming movie.
Park Seo Joon Reveals Watching Son Heung Min to Get Inspiration
In the forthcoming movie "Dream," Park Seo Joon plays as famed soccer player Yoon Hong Dae, who was given a second chance to coach an amateur team after he got on probation due to disciplinary actions.
Since his character is a professional athlete, Park Seo Joon was spotted multiple times watching South Korean soccer player Son Heung Min on the field.
When asked if he received any sports-related advice from his best friend, Son Heung Min, he said that he watches a lot of his matches and does "a lot of image training" as preparation.
Moreover, he also revealed that he took photos of him playing and tried to create a similar image as his celebrity friend.
"I tried to go to the stadium a lot," he added.
To recall, Park Seo Joon was seen showing his support to his friend Son Heung Min in England back in 2019. At the time, he said that he had seen a lot of soccer matches on TV but was his first time watching it in person.
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On the other hand, Song Heung Min described the actor as someone he can "rely on a lot."
"He's someone that's always on my side no matter what I do, and he's someone to learn a lot from," he added, as obtained by a media outlet.
Park Seo Joon Reveals Preparation for the Movie 'Dream'
The actor has done a few sports movies and shows, like transforming as a boxer in "Fight for My Way." Despite it, he has done a lot of physical training for his new role. He said he undergoes various trainings and exercises, specifically for his lower body, since the "strength of an athlete seems to come from the core."
Park Seo Joon's workout routine consists of exercise drills for the abs, waist, and balance.
In addition, the 34-year-old star said he practices in the middle of the filming.
"If there was a ball, I continued to practice," he mentioned, adding that the most important thing he considers when playing is "to get close to the ball."
'Dream' Cast, Release Date, More
As mentioned, Park Seo Joon plays as professional soccer player Yoon Hong Dae, who meets producer director Lee So Min (IU) after discovering his team and wanting to release a documentary about it.
Joining the two as supporting actors are Kim Jong Soo, Jung Seung Kil, Ko Chang Seo, and "Money Heist: Korea" star Lee Hyun Woo.
After three years since the production wrapped up, "Dream" is set to premiere on April 26.
