Ryu Jun Yeol Interviews Ben Affleck, More + Called ‘The Most Interesting Man’ By Matt Damon

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Ryu Jun Yeol has his once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to virtually meet the big names in Hollywood. The "Reply 1988" star represented GQ Magazine Korea to interview the cast and director of the American movie "Air."

Helmed by Ben Affleck, the newly-released movie stars himself, along with Matt Damon, Viola Davis, Jason Bateman, Chris Tucker, and more.

For the special promotion of the biographical sports drama film, the South Korean star had a quick chat with Matt Damon, Ben Affleck, and Marlon Wayans to talk about the new movie.

Ryu Jun Yeol Gets Called by Matt Damon 'The Most Interesting Man'

In an almost 10-minute interview, Ryu Jun Yeol shared that it's an honor to wake up at 5 in the morning to virtually meet the cast and director of "Air."

During the casual chat, the South Korean star talks about the movie being a reunion project of Matt Damon and Ben Affleck.

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52-year-old Damon lauded his co-star and described Affleck as a "really good director." Moreover, he also mentioned how great the script is, raising excitement in viewers.

"It was fortunate that all the actors I wanted were cast. Every day I go to work and shoot with my favorite actors," he furthered, referring to award-winning stars and celebrity friends.

To recall, Matt Damon and Ben Affleck worked together in the 1997 drama film "Good Will Hunting," along with Robin Williams, Minnie Driver, and more.

During the interview Marlon Wayans noticed Ryu Jun Yeol's background, featuring a collection of Nike Air shoes.

On the other hand, Ryu Jun Yeol asked the two stars about reaching their dreams and goals in life.

Matt Damon spoke about chasing dreams and following whatever it takes, even if it means experiencing a lot of rejections and starting from scratch.

Surprisingly, Ryu Jun Yeol gets praised by the award-winning Hollywood star and is called "the most interesting man."

"The business is basically telling you to go away and get out and you have to whether all of that and pay a big amount upfront," he said, adding, "If you push through with all of that you then you could get to the other side and be where we are today doing an interview, with the most interesting man today and the most beautiful set."

After wrapping up the interview, Ryu Jun Yeol shared that he prepared the questions himself and enjoyed every bit of it.

Viewers Praised Ryu Jun Yeol for His Amazing Communication Skills

Over the comments section, Ryu Jun Yeol was lauded by netizens for his chill yet entertaining interview with the "Air" cast and director. Fans mentioned how casual and comfortable the actor is talking to Hollywood stars in English.

As for some, the interview made them want to watch "Air," which premiered on April 5.

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Written by Geca Wills

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