[Interview] Dazed Korea August 2025 Issue Interview with Chuu (250728)

Q: It’s been five years since you’ve been on DAZED. How have you been?

Yes, I’ve really really missed you! Thank you for always taking beautiful photos of me. (laughs)

Q: The concept of this photoshoot was the absence of emotion. How was it? Was it awkward?

No, I don’t think there were any points of difficulty. The photographer was flexible and clearly described each pose, so I could comfortably adapt and overall everything went smoothly! And the photos came out so beautifully, so that was even more fun. (laughs)

Q: Does Chuu have a unique way of expressing love?

I want to make people feel my love physically. For example, when I want to show love towards my fans, I try to create as many opportunities to meet them as possible, or use livestreams or vlogs to directly convey that I’m thinking about them even during my downtime.

Q: In the drama, you play the hot girl Min-joo. Was there anything particular you did to portray her?

I’ve never experienced campus life myself, but I’ve always enjoyed watching that type of romance dramas and movies. Oh, and when I was a student, there was someone who was known as an it-girl. (laughs) She was definitely popular among friends, had the look of a chic cat, and really lit up the room. I tried to immerse myself in Min-joo using my experiences and what I saw.

Q: At the same time, Min-joo’s character has a one-sided love towards the main lead. You’ve also experienced unrequited love, right?

Yes, many people know that. (laughs) I’m shy and introverted so I couldn’t even properly express myself, but Min-joo isn’t like that. She’s bold, and when she wants to see someone she’ll call out for them with courage! I acted the role by combining those emotions with my experiences. With the feeling of a white tiger charging forward to claim something!

Q: How nice, a white tiger? I really do get that energy from you in person. But doesn’t immersing yourself like this get tiring at times?

Of course I get tired at times. When things are really hard, I struggle quietly on my own. But first of all, the emotions of tiredness don’t last for long, I think. It’s something I can overcome after a short taste of a holiday. So I work hard every day, then when it’s time to take a break, I leave right away. In that way I recover quickly.

Q: If there ever comes a time when you feel, “I’ve done everything I’ve wanted to do,” what would Chuu do next?

First, I really want to build up my stamina to go on for as long as I can. If I’ve completed my work to my heart’s content, then I’d want to rest for a long time in a place where I can relax, without worrying about time or circumstances. Whether it’s living in a different country for a month at a time, or going backpacking trip. Oh, and I really want to try being on a ship for a long time. You know, like those cruise trips. I’d also like to go somewhere nobody knows me, then meet and talk with other people.

Q: Last question. I think this drama keeps asking questions about the nature of love itself. It reminded me of the question, “What would you do if I turned into a cockroach?”, and it made me think that if you loved someone, you wouldn’t give up regardless of how they appeared.

Really? Could you kiss a cockroach? (laughs) Just kidding. Really, I think if it was a different species, that would be difficult, but if that person went through something really hard, of course I’d stay by their side. Does one's form matter? I’d try my best to help them and be with them so their heart doesn’t get hurt. Also, I think all people share many similarities. So I want to help create a world where people love each other more... I wish there were more people with lots of love. “Love conquers all!” That kind of feeling.