Recently, Jessica did an interview with celebrity lifestyle magazine @star1 in which she talked about her experiences with photo shoots, working on her drama “Wild Romance”, and her real self.
Q: How did you feel about doing a photo shoot alone on a rainy street?
A: I did a few photo shoots in the rain before, so it wasn’t that hard. However, I was a bit lonely because I rarely do photo shoots alone and I had no other members to play with.
Q: Do you usually like the rain?
A: I didn’t like the rain when I was young…but recently I started to really like it. Sometimes, I enjoy the feeling of listening to rain-themed songs on rainy days.
Q: How are you doing after the drama “Wild Romance”?
A: I’m currently resting. I’m enjoying the rare moments of sweet relaxation since I’m not part of a musical or a regular member of a variety show. I meet up with my friends and acquaintances. I’ve also visited my family members in San Francisco.
Q: You made an attempt at a serious drama with “Wild Romance”. How was it?
A: It was very interesting. I would do it again if I got another chance. The drama itself wasn’t hard, but I had so many difficulties trying to organize all my schedules because I had a lot of international performances. Adding on to that, I didn’t have enough time to prepare myself because the decision was made on such short notice. For that reason, I felt like I didn’t show everything I could do. It was hard but enjoyable work. I found it very interesting to create an emotional plot and carry it through. It was difficult in some aspects considering the fact that the character had a lot of inconsistency regarding her emotions, but I enjoyed the challenge. I want to do a bubbly or a melodramatic character next time.
Q: I assume that you were a bit burdened by the Korean language, which is still slightly difficult. How did you handle the script?
A: Daily conversations are not hard at all. It’s the difficult words in the script such as…hmm…old sayings or anything related to legal matters that were hard to understand. However, I was happy to be able to learn more Korean while filming the drama.
Q: From Jessica’s point of view, singing and acting: what are the differences?
A: Many celebrities talk about their sense of ecstasy on stage, but I think I’m a bit different. Personally, I like listening to my own voice inside headphones. The sound of my voice streaming out from the radio gives me an odd feeling. I think that feeling is what stimulates me and gives me a sense of joy.
Q: Many members of Girls’ Generation are now doing solo promotions and individual activities.
A: I’m cheering them on. I feel proud. I.. have actually had a dilemma since my trainee years. I had always thought about what to choose and focus on between singing, acting and dancing. I even had a “slump” period because of this. “Dancing” is defined by Hyoyeon, “Singing” is defined by Taeyeon, and “Acting” is defined by Yoona… I had a hard time thinking about how I should characterize myself. But now, I’m different. I try to think positively about everything. I still want to experience a lot of things in many ways. Wouldn’t that eventually lead to a unique image of Jessica?
Q: There’s the Jessica image we all know, but I wonder what the “real” Jessica would be like.
A: I don’t get out of bed when I’m at home. I read, use the computer, listen to music, I even eat on the bed. I take care of everything on my bed. (Jessica is also known to be the sleepyhead in Girls’ Generation.) I don’t really like going outside. I like to wear comfortable clothes if I do go outside though.
Q: The name “Jessica” gives off a very stylish vibe.
A: Honestly, I don’t really like to decorate myself. I like comfortable fashion. The majority of the fashion items I look for on the internet are very basic. Knits, leggings, huge bags… These are the items I usually buy. I especially like shoes and bags, but my shoe size is 225 so it’s really hard to find a pair that matches. (Translator’s Note: In Korea, shoe sizes are measured in millimeters.)
Q: You look really thin. Do you have a dieting secret of your own?
A: I gained a lot of weight after the drama ended because I went around everywhere eating. During the filming period of the drama, I was around 40-41 kg. When I actually do go on a diet, I use a training technique that does not form muscles. Of course I also control what I eat, but I don’t follow it too often.
Q: You have been given the nickname “Ice Princess” since the debut days. Does this fancy and cold image burden you?
A: I personally like the nickname “Ice Princess”. But my actual personality is so different from my image that people who are close call me “Clumsy Jessica”. I don’t dislike the cold image though. I think it’s my unique advantage compared to others.
Q: It has already been five years since you debuted when you were in your teens. A lot of time has passed since then. What are some of the things that have changed?
A: It’s true that I held onto first place awards. I always had a greedy thought that I should most definitely focus on getting the award. Now, I think my field of vision has widened. The most important thing I think about is whether or not I, or Girls’ Generation, made a satisfying stage rather than hanging onto awards. Honestly I don’t really cling to awards anymore. I have also found the nerve to laugh off any negative articles. I think this is a peace of mind that time has taught me.
Source: dcinside, @star1 magazine
Translated by: minigiglo@soshified
Edited by: nicholys@soshified, NeonCyro@soshified, spiceshoe@soshified, MoonSoshi9@soshified, residentbenchwarmer@soshified
“Q: Many members of Girls’ Generation are now doing solo promotions and individual activities.”
Her whole reply in this Q sounds so cool.. and you can tell that she didn’t intend it to be that way.
There is something unique that I personally like about every member. For Jessica, I like how she is just a simple girl. And there’s nothing wrong with that of course, it’s just how I like at her. And it’s really nice to see Jessica from that point of view. Also, I do agree that even though she says that the name “Ice Princess” does not fit her personality, it definitely does make her memorable which gives her an advantage. haha :)
I love Jessica so much.
From this interview I could sense that she is an intelligent, yet easy going woman.
Just GREAAT!! I love it when pretty girls are smart.
Be yourself Jess! Amazing just the way you are.
JESSICA HWAITING!!
and of course SNSD HWAITING!!
Lol! sleepyhead Jessica really love her bed so much!!!
Jessica you could be the “model” of snsd if you are really looking for a title ^^
Lol I enjoy listening to your voice in my headphones as well. And you we are similar when you say you would rather stay in bed or at home all day.
But please gain some weight is 40~ kg healthy ><
Jessica you could be the “model” of snsd if you are rally looking for a title
Lol I enjoy listening to your voice in my headphones as well. And you we are similar when you say you would rather stay in bed or at home all day.
But please gain some weight is 40~ kg healthy ><
It sounds rather unhealthy…please stay healthy Jessica!
“Q: How did you feel about doing a photo shoot alone on a rainy street?
A: I did a few photo shoots in the rain before, so it wasn’t that hard. However, I was a bit lonely because I rarely do photo shoots alone and I had no other members to play with.”
soshibond is REAL <3
sicca ya! saranghae
Designer is defined by Jessica Jung Soo Yeon :)
Oh yeah, in free time, mostly I’m attached with my comfy bed, keke
PS: Hey guys! Jess is currently resting so I’m so sure that she did log in on SSF and read these articles, even used a fake acc as well, to view…the fan-fic area maybe?!? Lol
*Pls gain weight, to at least 45kg Sica ah~
Fashion and Photoshoots are defined by Jessica. No one beats the Jung in visuals.
Somehow, I can really see her growth as an artist and as a versatile figure in the entertainment industry. It’s one of the things I like about Girls’ Generation. They always push forward and improve in everything they do.
YESSSS ! you learn how to laugh at negative articles now.
cheer Jessica, you’re doing great and fabulous
when i read” “Dancing is defined by Hyoyeon, Singing is defined by Taeyeon,
and Acting is defined by Yoona..”
im just…”hmm.” you think to much, Jessica.
we love you because you can do all of that.
dont you say you like fashion and wants to be designer in the future ?? :D
when i read” “Dancing is defined by Hyoyeon, Singing is defined by Taeyeon,
and Acting is defined by Yoona..”
im just…”hmm.” you think to much, Jessica.
we love you because you can do all of that.
dont you say you like fashion and wants to be designer in the future ?? :D
This interview revealed alot about the side of Jessica that I do not know. I can see that she really grew up and mature so much. Glad that she is not burdened by how Taeyeon ‘defined singing’, Hyoyeon ‘defined dancing’ and Yoona defined ‘acting’. She knows who she is going to be in the future and is shaping it in her own unique way. I really like that and is happy for her. But she needs to gain some weight. huhu.
Is “40-41 kg” suppose to be what she considers as “I gained a lot of weight” ? o.O
Nono, she’s saying that she used to be 40-41 kg, but she gained weight and she’s not anymore.
“Dancing” is defined by Hyoyeon, “Singing” is defined by Taeyeon, and “Acting” is defined by Yoona… I had a hard time thinking about how I should characterize myself.
I would say that “Fashion” and “Modelling” is defined by Jessica, her airport fashion never fail to amaze me, plus she’s the only member that has walk on a runway right?
And i lol’ed hard at “I don’t get out of bed when I’m at home. I read, use the computer, listen to music, I even eat on the bed. I take care of everything on my bed.”
My lazy princess is soooo cute ^o^
Jessica really likes her bed so much. Sometimes I also like that specially during holidays. I’m happy Jessica enjoying her resting. Hope she will train hard for her vocal and dance.
Soo down to earth, saranghae
Jessica, I too like hearing your voice in my headphones.
“I had always thought about what to choose and focus on between singing, acting and dancing. I even had a “slump” period because of this. “Dancing” is defined by Hyoyeon, “Singing” is defined by Taeyeon, and “Acting” is defined by Yoona… I had a hard time thinking about how I should characterize myself.”
I think this actually helped her a lot. She is probably one of the few well-rounded members in Soshi. While her acting still needs a lot improvement, she actually ranked above Sooyoung & Seohyun at dancing during debut period. I’m guessing the busy schedule & stamina for vocals during live are the reasons why we stopped seeing dancing sica. Nevertheless, she’s getting a lot of spotlight as a model right now. I’m happy for her. =]
wow only 40-41kgs. Underweight?
Her image name is Ice Princess.. her actual personality name is ‘Clumsica’?
“I take care of everything on my bed.” lol.
Now we can say, “Fashion” is defined by Jessica.
The one with i think, the most fashion magazine photoshoots? n_n
I second that :)
I third that ^^
The last question/answer of the article made me smile. Im glad that she knows who she is and is not put down by negative articles and knows that you cant please everyone; everyone is different and not everything that she does is going to please them and how she says that she laughs them off makes me very happy. Wish her and SNSD even more success.
i shudda proofread b4 blindly clicking ‘post’…
good interview^^ but i would be very curious to know what her training technique is D;
“I don’t get out of bed when I’m at home. I read, use the computer, listen to music, I even eat on the bed. I take care of everything on my bed.”
Ok, Jessica the Lazy Princess. (^____^)