Jang So-yeon to Reveal Acting Secrets and 'The Wailing' Behind-the-Scenes on 'Radio Star'

Actress Jang So-yeon will be highlighting her meticulous observation skills and dedication to acting on the upcoming episode of MBC's 'Radio Star'.

The special episode, titled 'May Your Many Works Come True', will feature Kim Mi-kyung, Jang So-yeon, Lee El, and Lim Soo-hyang. Jang So-yeon will share updates on her recent activities, including why she appeared on Season 3 of 'Seeking Long-Term Encounters' (Omanchu), and hint at the connections she continues to maintain with the cast.

Her remarkable ability to master various languages such as the Yanbian dialect, English, Japanese, and Chinese will be a key focus. She learned North Korean dialect by studying documentaries and dictionaries for a role as a defector, and gained firsthand experience of regional dialects by visiting places like courts and bus terminals. Her detailed approach, earning her the nickname 'observation fanatic', astonished everyone.

Jang So-yeon will also recount a surprising incident during the filming of the hit movie 'The Wailing', explaining a situation where the director imposed a gag order. She previously worked with director Ahn Pan-seok on his first drama, 'The Great White Tower', and subsequently appeared in 'A Wife's Credentials', 'Heard It Through the Grapevine', and 'Something in the Rain'. She revealed that during 'Something in the Rain', she immersed herself so deeply into her character that she treated the drama set as her own home.

Jang So-yeon is known for her chameleon-like ability to embody diverse characters, often going to great lengths to ensure authenticity. Her linguistic skills, demonstrated through her accurate portrayal of accents and dialects, are a testament to her immersive acting process. This episode of 'Radio Star' promises an insightful look into the mind of an actress who prioritizes detail and realism above all else.