At the Press Conference for the Movie 'Right Now, Wrong Then', "Director Visibly Flustered When Mentioning Autobiographical Story"
Reporter Kim Tae-jin mentioned the subtle atmosphere that flowed between Hong Sang-soo and Kim Min-hee before the official acknowledgment announcement. / Photo by 'Secret Newsroom' capture
[Asia Economy Online Issue Team] Reporter Kim Tae-jin mentioned the strange atmosphere he felt before actress Kim Min-hee admitted to having an inappropriate relationship with director Hong Sang-soo.
On the 13th, the 12th episode of Channel IHQ's 'Secret Newsroom,' which focused on Hong Sang-soo and Kim Min-hee, aired, during which reporter Kim Tae-jin, who had interviewed the two, revealed related anecdotes.
That day, Kim Tae-jin vividly recounted the story from the production presentation of the film 'Right Now, Wrong Then,' which took place before Hong Sang-soo and Kim Min-hee acknowledged their relationship.
He recalled, "Usually, directors don't pay much attention during interviews with lead actors, but at that time, Director Hong Sang-soo was watching the actors fondly from a close distance and reacting to them," adding, "At that moment, I thought it was a bit strange."
Kim Tae-jin also revealed that when he asked Kim Min-hee, "I heard this film is autobiographical for Director Hong Sang-soo; is that true?" she appeared noticeably flustered. He said, "I asked the question without any intention, so I didn't understand Kim Min-hee's reaction, but later, after the two admitted their relationship, everything fit together like a puzzle."
In addition, on that day, Kim Tae-jin showcased his information skills and professional wit as a 20-year veteran reporter, greatly enlivening the broadcast atmosphere.
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