◆ “My 2012…John Woo’s movie and Korean activity.”
After finishing the drama, Worlds Within, it was 3 years until she made her screen comeback with the movie, Today. For many people, they just thought she took a long break. However, it was not disclosed to the media that during that time, she was involved in constant activity.
In the last 3 years, she has been busy traveling between Korea and China. In 2010, she appeared in the movie, Today, and Director Jang Joon Hwan’s movie, Camellia. In addition, from 2009 until now, she has been filming Director Wong Kar Wai’s The Grand Master.
Stars her age tend to put in just as much effort in their work projects as they do with advertisements, pictorials, etc, but in recent years, Song Hye Kyo has deliberately reduced other activities.
“I do not think filming advertisements and shooting pictorials is important. I just thought that as an actor, I should spend more time worrying about what projects I should do and the kind of acting I want to show.”
Song Hye Kyo’s next project is Director John Woo’s movie, Life and Death, where she portrays a protagonist who was born in a wealthy family. The film was originally introduced as 1949 at the 2008 Cannes Film Festival, but production was shut down. So, it took quite a long time until the actual pairing of John Woo-Song Hye Kyo.
“It was a long wait, but I thought to myself that since I had made a promise with the director, this is a movie that I absolutely have to do. During that [wait] time, I did several projects and learned many things, so I want to and wonder if I can show more mature acting. Personally, I have big hopes for this movie.”
In addition, next year we can expect to see Song Hye Kyo frequently in Korea as well. After filming Life and Death, her next move will be a local [Korean] activity. For her fans who have waited a long time, she hinted at greeting them on the television screen.
Translated by Shanda for Songhyegyo.net
◆ “After the award, there were tears of joy and a sense of regret”
Song Hye Kyo’s most recent news is of her winning an award. This past December, she was awarded “This Year’s Female Movie” for her screen comeback in Today at the 2011 Female Movie Awards. After winning the award, Song Hye Kyo’s eyes were filled with tears. What could be the meaning behind that day’s fallen tears? While half of Song Hye Kyo’s tears signified joy, the other half signified regret.
“It was wonderful. I was very happy to receive the award in itself that was given by netizens who loved the movie and by female film makers. On the other hand, I thought of the director and staff who experienced much hardship and worked hard during the filming of Today. In addition, since it was a small film, it was not granted the opportunity to be properly screened.”
For Song Hye Kyo’s acting life, Today is a project that is a turning point. For 15 years since her debut, the spotlight shined on her being a top Hallyu star, a Korean beauty representative, etc. This work gave her the leap into ‘actor’ and her passion and commitment clearly showed in her choice.
“Before I became an actress, I enjoyed Director Lee Jung Hyang’s projects. So, throughout the filming of Today, I was able to perform happily. Of course, the character was not tough. However, I did not have to understand ‘Da Hye’ the character in order to act – I became that person.”
In the movie, we were shown features of Song Hye Kyo’s acting style that is different from what we were used to. Her well balanced acting captured feelings of perseverance and control of expression. Anyone who watched the movie could see that Song Hye kyo abandoned her own self and completely integrated into character. It is obvious that with this film, Song Hye Kyo became a more mature actor.
Translated by Shanda for Songhyegyo.net
TC Candler presents The 22nd Annual Independent Critics List of the 100 Most Beautiful Faces – 2011, which has been published every year since 1990 — and in recent years has been seen by over 25 million unique visitors from around the world.
Unlike many other annual publications, TC Candler’s list is not a popularity contest. It is not about the “sexiest” or the “most famous”. Rather, it aims to be a very international list — one that is inclusive of many cultures, lifestyles, professions and degrees of fame. TC Candler’s list intends to inform public opinion rather than reflect it. This list searches far and wide, listening to the millions of suggestions submitted every year, and tries to put together a list representative of the modern ideal of beauty. Aesthetic perfection is only one of the criteria. Grace, elegance, class, poise, joy, promise, hope… they are all embodied in a beautiful face.
Over 20 countries are represented on the 2011 list. That number seems to go up every year as the list grows and expands. There will be some links to fabulous high-resolution photos and galleries. Feel free to comment below with your suggestions or opinions. Originality is most welcome! For example, as much as you may like her, there is really no need to mention Angelina Jolie (who was on the list from 1999 to 2003). Of course, lists are very subjective — you will disagree with some of the choices, but perhaps you will find a new favorite. Every year, this list is populated by some legendary beauties who never seem to fade, but it is also replenished with the freshest and most promising talent from around the world. A mix of new and nostalgia… as Don Draper (Mad Men) once conveyed — “one creates an itch, the other creates a bond.”
Find out who is included and who tops this year’s list by watching the video below…
Wow – Vogue Korea never disappoints! And perfect timing for us American fans who are celebrating Thanksgiving 
More photos after the jump!
Kyo graces the cover of Vogue Korea for the month of December! Perfect time for Christmas, huh?! Looking forward to the photos AND interview! Let us know what you think of the cover – leave your comments here or in the cbox.
Actress Song Hye Kyo’s eyes has captured the hearts of fans.
Song Hye Kyo’s recent pictorial shoot for the cosmetics brand Laneige’s mascara was released on November 10th.
Through lavish eyelashes, her deep- set eyes expressed sexiness and allure. With her hair tied up in one shot and topped off with natural make-up, she showed off pure charm.
After playing around with the product herself at the shoot, Song Hye Kyo came up with the filming idea.
A representative for Laneige said, “In a short period of time, five kind of subjects were embodied, and she showed astonishing concentration,” and “She produced various expressions while posing together with the product.”
[from LANEIGE]
Laneige’s Song Hye Kyo personally sent an autograph to our Facebook friends! Even her signing appearance is truly beautiful:) Her message reads, ‘In the future, please show lots of love to Laneige Facebook’ ~ Like Hye Kyo said, you are going to show lots of love to Laneige Facebook in the future, right?^^
- Be Waterful! LANEIGE -
Translated by: Shanda
Song Hye Kyo’s First Recommendation: Bridges of Madison County
“By now I have watched Bridges of Madison County as many as 10 times. Of course, the situation and story are good, but Clint East Wood’s detailed direction is especially impressive. In the latter half of the film on the day it rained, the moment where Meryl Streep was holding the car door – I think the sentimental delivery of the hand is truly outstanding.”
Actress Song Hye Kyo’s new CF is garnering attention.
An online community uploaded screen captures of the advertisement along with the title, ‘See Radiant Beauty Song Hye Kyo’s Eyelashes Lesson.’
The photos, which featured Song Hye Kyo’s different expressions according to her eyelashes and makeup, has caught the attention of netizens.
Netizens showed diverse reactions such as, “Even though they only shot her face, communication is possible,” “Is this a new CF? Expect perfection,” “She looks so pretty,” “An actress who has no indignity,” etc.
In the meantime, Song Hye Kyo’s new movie, Today was released last month on the 27th.
Translated by: Shanda