Choi Siwon, Jung In Sun, And More Share Thoughts On Love, Fate, And Super Junior's Cameos In New Drama "DNA Lover"

Aug 13, 2024

The stars of TV Chosun’s upcoming drama “DNA Lover” dished on their characters and their real-life approaches to romance!

On August 13, Super Junior’s Choi Siwon, Jung In Sun, Lee Tae Hwan, and Jung Yoo Jin attended a press conference to talk about “DNA Lover” and their experience filming the drama.

“DNA Lover” is a new romantic comedy starring Jung In Sun as Han So Jin, a genetic researcher who has been through countless failed relationships. As she searches for her destined partner through genes, she winds up becoming entangled with sensitive obstetrician Shim Yeon Woo (played by Choi Siwon).

When asked how he felt ahead of the drama’s premiere, Choi Siwon replied, “People have been asking me a lot whether I’m nervous, but I feel more excited than nervous. I’m thankful to have been given this great opportunity, and even though this was the case for other projects as well, because director Sung Chi Wook is so funny and witty, the time I spent filming the drama was so fun and delightful.”

Choi Siwon also shared his personal philosophy when it comes to romantic relationships, noting, “Fate is important, but [this drama] made me think once again that it’s important for a relationship to be based on trust and faith in one another… I think it’s a drama that made me feel that rather than fate, what’s really important is making an effort and having respect and consideration for one another.”

Notably, Choi Siwon’s Super Junior bandmates Leeteuk and Shindong will both be making cameo appearances in “DNA Lover.”

“You don’t know how grateful I am to them,” said Choi Siwon. “Every day, when we go somewhere to perform, Leeteuk and Shindong worry about me and ask, ‘How’s the drama going? When does it end? You must be tired, right?’”

“Even though they were busy, the two of them made a cameo in the drama,” he continued. “Leeteuk was originally supposed to appear four times, but it didn’t work out because of his schedule, so I think he’ll be appearing in my next project as well.”

Meanwhile, Jung In Sun spoke about why she was drawn to the character of the geeky but passionate researcher Han So Jin.

“I’m someone who’s really into blood types, Zodiac signs, MBTI personality types, and fortune-telling,” said the actress. “In that respect, I was able to relate to my character.”

Jung In Sun went on, “While taking a break for two years, I wanted to try making a new transformation while leaving behind my past mannerisms. When I first read the script [for ‘DNA Lover’], I thought the character had an energy that might be difficult for me to attempt, so I made suggestions and tried a variety of different approaches to the character. The director initially wanted [my character] to have long hair, but I cut my hair short. I think this drama will be an especially precious one for me.”

Jung In Sun also revealed that because Choi Siwon was so funny, she always had a hard time keeping a straight face and not bursting into laughter during filming.

“Whenever I had to film with him, I let out a sigh first,” she recalled. “I needed to take deep breaths and prepare myself before filming. He has this teasing expression and look in his eye.”

Jung Yoo Jin will play the role of Shim Yeon Woo’s ex-girlfriend Jang Mi Eun, a polyamorous dating columnist.

“They say this is the first time a polyamorous character is being depicted in a Korean drama,” remarked Jung Yoo Jin. “I, too, had a hard time approaching the character at first. I’m not good at multitasking, so my dating style is focusing on one person at a time, and because [polyamory] isn’t common subject matter in Korea, I looked up things like interviews with real-life polyamorous individuals on YouTube.”

Regarding what she focused on in her portrayal of the character, Jung Yoo Jin shared, “All four characters have different approaches to love. Because Mi Eun has her own unique approach to love, I paid attention to not making her seem like a player and putting the focus on love. Although Yeon Woo is her ex-boyfriend, she truly loved him, and I tried to focus on expressing those feelings.”

Finally, Lee Tae Hwan will play the role of Seo Kang Hoon, a handsome firefighter who always prioritizes Han So Jin.

Sharing his personal thoughts on love, Lee Tae Hwan noted, “In the drama, Kang Hoon doesn’t believe in fate. When I was younger, I believed in fate, but as I grew up, I started to think that it’s important to find your destiny, but it’s also important to create your own destiny. When you find the person who’s destined for you, it’s more important to maintain and create a relationship with them.”