Rain Submits Willingly To Supporting Role (Synthesis)

South Korean "Son of Heaven" Rain (Jung Ji-hoon) has been in the scene for 6 years, stealing the hearts of tens of thousands of young girls in Asia. Last year, he laid aside the Asian market during its peak of power, and rushed over to film his first Hollywood movie . He not only willingly took on the supporting role, but in the movie he also dressed up as a woman. His ability to put himself aside to act in this movie, is all because of the directors of , the Wachowski Brothers. For his first Hollywood movie, Rain gives himself the perfect score of 100.

Last week, Rain swept through Hong Kong for 3 days for his first Hollywood movie. He has recently been busy filming another Hollywood movie and he looked like he had lost a lot of weight. Rain, who always had special sentiments for Hong Kong, was under the protection of more than 10 bodyguards; accepting interviews from reporters all around Asia at the Peninsula Hotel. In , apart from race car driving and the showing off of muscles, Rain also played an out-of-character role of a woman. When asked how he felt at that time? He was not bashful when he said that he greatly approved his legs.

"The scene of playing the role of a woman is very much unforgettable. At first I was worried that the part of me disguising as a woman would not turn out great, but after putting on white 'coveralls' (not sure what this means) and seeing myself made-up as a woman, I discovered that even my legs looked good." Since this is his first Hollywood movie, how would Rain rate himself? "Each time I work I put forth 100% of my effort, so for every single time I achieve the same, and this is no exception."

LOOKING OUT FOR ONE ANOTHER IN THE MOVIE

In the movie, fast-actor Rain puts on thick race car driver clothes, and speeds quickly through a race course that is filled with surprises, passing through various regions. In reality, during the official filming, Rain only simulated his performance in a cab; whenever sitted he would be in it for more than half an hour at a time, causing him much backache. Rain expressed that it was an unforgettable experience simulating the scenes of the car race, but what was even more unforgettable was how the staff were so good to him. "As an Asian actor, I expressed very honestly with the other actors that I am not US-born, and therefore my spoken English is not necessarily very fluent, so I hope that everyone will be patient with me. Of course during the initial period of filming it was quite difficult, but there was much help from many of the actors, like from Susan Sarandon who plays Speed's mom in the movie. We got along really well; not only did we become very open and honest friends (everything was discussed), I also gave her an autographed concert DVD as well as wrote her a letter, thanking her for taking care of me."

PUTTING HIMSELF ASIDE TO LEARN

Filming this Hollywood movie is different from his past movie project; his role does not come to play until 30 minutes after the start of the movie. Although it is a supporting role, the salary for it is quite substantial. And yet after receiving the role, he did not even consider the question of his pay for it; all he could think of was to start studying and preparing well for the role.

"Before accepting this movie, there were 3, 4 movie invitations for me to take on lead roles, but I declined them. I thought that for my first Hollywood performance, taking on the lead role as a start would not be appropriate, By starting off with a supporting role, I can learn first and adapt slowly thereafter, then consider taking a lead role for my next work. On the other hand, I really like this fast-paced character. I know that this is based off one of a historical Japanese cartoon, so basically it doesn't matter too much if it's the lead or supporting role."

As his first Hollywood work, did Rain not feel any pressure? Is there a difference in movie-making between Hollywood and Korea?

"The reality is that during the process of filming, there is really not much difference between Hollywood and Korea. Everyone is just as enthusiastic. I'd say the only distinction is I will study harder when I go to a foreign place." But earlier on producer Joel Silver had given high approvals of Rain, he said, "I think that people will be charmed by Rain's performance, he has great attraction on the big screen." After his Hollywood film shoot, are there any intentions to return to South Korea to film any movies? "I will be paying attention to scripts and characters, as long as there is a good role, I will consider."

Source: Wen Hui Daily
Posted by RainHK
Translation & edited by dsl99a@SexyBi & Rain-USA