Star Focus - 영화배우 정재영

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Jung Jae-young's able to morph into a wide variety of characters. This time he returns to theaters as "Jung Do-man" in the movie temporarily titled, "Going by the Book ." In "Going by the Book ", Jung Jae-young plays "Jung Do-man," who goes from simple-minded cop to a very silly, and peculiar, bank robber. This movie is another production where Jung Jae-young teams up with director Jang Jin - Reason enough for many fans to be excited and the public to get curious.
* morph: If one thing morphs into another thing, especially something very different, the first thing changes into the second.

* go by the book: 책을 따라 가다 - 원칙대로 하다

Starting with "Guns & Talks" in 2001, the actor began his long-standing history working with director Jang Jin. In the following years, the two also collaborated in "Someone Special," as well as "Righteous Ties." Jang Jin believes that Jung Jae-young can capture the most intimate details in his characters and has the utmost trust in his talent.

* collaborate: When one person or group collaborates with another, they work together, especially on a book or on some research.

He didn't become a star overnight. Jung Jae-young went the old-fashioned way "up the corporate ladder." He began as a flitting face, graduated to supporting roles, and now catches lead roles! Usually he plays charismatic characters that leave a strong impression on his audiences.
* corporate ladder: 회사 사다리; 일반적인 승진 관행

* flit: If you flit around or flit between one place and another, you go to lots of places without staying for very long in any of them.

The movie that shot him into stardom not only in Korea, but overseas, as well?
The production boasting over ten MILLION box-office tickets sold - "Silmido" It was one of those once-in-a-lifetime opportunities for Jung Jae-young.

Even back in college, he had majored in theater. In fact, his actual debut was in a 1996 theatrical production! Jung Jae-young is intensely passionate about acting and believes that the ultimate performance is a delicate balance between effort and heartfelt desire.

The power behind Jung Jae-young as an actor, lies in his ability to uncover a NEW Jung Jae-young with every production. 12 year after his debut and "veteran actor" Jung Jae-young shares a simple dream he still carries with him.

The past is in his memories. The present is reality, but this hardcore actor keeps his eyes focused on ten years into the future - and acts accordingly. Actor Jung Jae-young: we hope he continues to surprise us.