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Leading Actor of <100 Days My Prince> Doh Kyungsoo (plays Lee Yool / Wondeuk)

Not just wildly popular in Korean, EXO has fans in Asia such as Japan and China. Active as main vocalist D.O. in the group, he debuted as an actor with his birth name Doh Kyungsoo. The first among members to embark on acting, Doh Kyungsoo has steadily shown improvement in his acting via both films and dramas, and challenged his first period drama <100 Days My Prince>. 

"I play both the cold and arrogant Crown Prince Lee Yool and clumsy and silly commoner Wondeuk. When I first read the scenario, I found the story interesting and really wanted to try playing Lee Yool and Wondeuk. (I decided on this project) Because I thought this was a good opportunity to showcase a different side of me to the audience. Although the parts where the Crown Prince was plotted against by the others in the palace were pretty dark, the way the story developed in Seongjoo Village was exceptionally interesting, so the more I thought, the more I wanted to participate in the project, I really wanted to visit this village! (laughs) I recall I was feeling excited as I was reading the script."

As there are many parts that are different from modern dramas, hence the filming process of period dramas are often labelled as "too challenging" by many actors. Despite being at the filming set of such a period drama, Doh Kyungsoo is serious and had put in a lot of thought into it, and took up the challenge with a positive attitude.

"I was very nervous as this is the first time I am participating in a period drama. With the unique manner of speech and delivery of lines as well as mannerisms in period dramas being exceptionally difficult, I had addressed these questions with the Director and Scriptwriter adequately, and so was able to overcome them one by one. As there were many scenes of swordplay and horse riding, I also had extensive discussions with the horse riding and stunt instructors before filming. As I did not have ample time to practise before filming, I spent all my free time between filming to practise as well as learn on set. Bearing in mind the need to learn swordplay and horse riding within a short period of time without getting injured, I also managed to resolve this issue after careful thought and consideration. Although there were many instances that things felt unfamiliar or areas that I were clumsy in, it's really interesting to film a period drama. After gaining a better understanding of how people used to live and the tools that they used, I really benefited and learnt a lot. I felt like this drama was spent discovering many new things and I was anticipating all through the filming process."

All-rounded Wondeuk and clumsy Wondeuk. How did you differentiate the two characters in your acting?"Lee Yool and Wondeuk are ultimately the same person. Hence, when I was playing the characters, I did not intentionally try to play them too differently. Instead, I played them as one single character. As the drama was set in the palace as well as Seongjoo Village, I used these settings to present the drama and story, and the two characters were naturally presented because of that." We've heard that you're closer to Wondeuk in terms of character. "Besides being similar to Lee Yool's manly side, I don't think I come across as aloof. As for Wondeuk, Besides being silly (laughs), I think i'm quite similar to his personality. 

may you live everyday knowing that we love you, and wish you only the best. that we respect you, as you've cared for us in your consistent wishes of good health and happiness. ❤

Kyungsoo-ah, don't waver. Choose what is best for you.

EXO D.O. earned himself the top spot for "The Celebrity Who Matches Sageuk The Most". Community website DC Inside organised a poll "Even people in this day and age (generation) would believe it! Who's the celebrity who matches sageuk dramas the most?" and has revealed results.

The poll ran from 10th to 16th of this month. 

EXO D.O. received 90.9% of the votes and earned top spot. Following him was Jinyoung (2.1%) and actor Ju Jihoon (1.8%). 

It's been revealed that D.O.'s charms that earned him number 1 were 'mesmerising', 'outstanding' and '(physique) lean and clean' etc. 

On the other hand, EXO, the idol group that he's in debuted with single track <What Is Love> back in 2012. Following that, they have gone on to release tracks <Growl>, <Ko Ko Bop>, <Call Me Baby> and more, rising to become the trending and top idol group. Last month, EXO has also release <EXO PLANET #4 - The The EℓyXiOn (dot)>. Right now, <EXO Ladder II> is showing.

Omggggg guess who's crying tears of joy ㅠㅠㅠㅠㅠㅠ

Kyungsoo featuring varying degree of thumbs up 😂😂😂

"We were all changed and on standby, but Doh Kyungsoo ended up doing everything on his own." - Lee Yeonho from Yono Company (during one of his TV interviews)

Our boy who went all out to ensure he gave his best for the film. 경수야 고마워요!~♡♡♡

He debuted as an idol group member. He's neither the (group's) centre nor leader. But after 6 years, situations seem to be have evolved. One who has grown, he's now able to dominate and lead big screens (i.e. movies) and TV dramas. One can't just confine him within his group, professional actor Doh Kyungsoo. 

The editorial team within TV Report has selected the most anticipated idol of 2019. 12 journalists have participated and each offered their own opinions. The idol who has received the most votes is D.O. of EXO (Doh Kyungsoo). 

The 4 journalists who had picked Doh Kyungsoo felt that Doh Kyungsoo has already surpassed his position in EXO and have gained control by leading movies and TV dramas. Doh Kyungsoo in 2018 was very active. Doh Kyungsoo, who has long since been acknowledged to having potential as an artiste has proven himself through his active and passionate activities (this year). 

Doh Kyungsoo was the leading actor of TV drama <100 Days My Prince>. He was also scene stealer in movie series <Along with the Gods> and most recently the leading actor of movie <Swing Kids>. Considering all this, TV Report journalists felt that there's a lot more room to anticipate from Doh Kyungsoo in 2019.  

Further, Astro member Cha Eunwoo received 2 votes. He had drew attention due to his good looks and talent, and he's one seemingly with growing charms. Not only was he able to digest variety, he was also able to do the same for acting. One is expecting to meet more of Cha Eunwoo in the coming year. 

Other idols that each received 1 vote from the remaining 6 journalists were Rowoon (SF9), Lucas (NCT), Mina (Gugudan), Ong Seongwu (Wanna One), Jennie (BLACKPINK) and JooE (Momoland). As idol members that are starting to dazzle in 2018, I'm cheering them on to broaden their spectrum in 2019. 

In the Monday and Tuesday tvN drama <100 Days My Prince> that started airing on the 10th of this month, Doh Kyungsoo plays two roles - Lee Yool, a good looking Crown Prince that posesses both martial and literary art skills who ends up as Wondeuk, a useless commoner in a village. Doh Kyungsoo has since receive viewers' good response for portraying the sharp yet prickly Crown Prince with his piercing stare and stable diction. 

<100 Days My Prince> recorded 5% ratings for its first episode and after 2 episodes, observed an average 6.2% ratings and peaked at 8.1% across cable TV and subscribed networks. The beautiful sageuk background coupled with the good acting of the cast had raised viewers' level of immersion and consequently the raising the buzz among netizens. 

Although it's Doh Kyungsoo's first challenge in sageuk, and also his first lead role drama, he had met the expectations raised through his steady acting. Doh Kyungsoo had challenged acting for the first time through SBS drama <It's Okay That's Love> (2014) and subsequently appeared in many films like <Cart> (2014), <Unforgettable> (2016), <My Annoying Brother> (2016), <Room No.7> (2017), <Along with the Gods: The Two Worlds> (2017), steadily accumulating invaluable experiences through these film projects. Although they may be small roles, he left behind his glitzy image on stage, and showcased a reversal charm with his purity and steadiness. His chemistry with costars and realistic digestion of characters often result in him being scene stealers.

Despite being acknowledged for his potential, there still remains the stigma and misperception of actdols and actors that first debuted as idols. An industry insider shared, "unlike others that have challenged acting (projects that) mainly focused on visuals, he had concurrently fulfilled the roles of both idol and actor, idols like that shine brightly as they accumulate experience steadily," "as idols with many overseas schedules and tours, it's difficult to focus and shoot one project. (Doh Kyungsoo) focused on the projects with passion, and began with small roles, so instead of prejudice, there are more positive feedback." 

Some netizen comments on this article

[+246, -1] There wasn't a use of exaggerated expressions or voice, and he could also immersed himself while acting...his natural baritone vocalisation seems to have played a big part and his eyes expressions were really good...although he's an idol, his classic visual/outlook is also one his of biggest asset as an actor.

[+175] One can see the continuous improvement of Doh Kyungsoo, it's great, especially as the main leading actor in <100 Days My Prince>, he managed to develop and move the plotline along, it's not an easy feat and I will continue to anticipate moving forward. 

[+110] I acknowledge Doh Kyungsoo's acting in <100 Days My Prince>, he really did so well, I will support (him) in the future. 

[+83] After waiting the Crown Prince, his performance was very good and the drama is also interesting, I will look forward. 

To support EXO D.O. (Doh Kyungsoo) in his upcoming Monday and Tuesday tvN drama <100 Days My Prince>, fans have gathered to donate rice wreaths.

During the Production Presentation of drama <100 Days My Prince> held on the 4th this month at Imperial Palace in Nonhyeon-dong, Gangnam, Seoul, both domestic and international fans have participated in the donation of rice wreaths, and have donated in total 11,200kg (11.2 tonnes) of rice. In total, Doh Kyungsoo and his fans have accumulated 11,320kg (11.32 tonnes) of rice.

Further to the Production Presentation, the rice donated by EXO member Doh Kyungsoo and his fans will be delivered to the beneficiaries such as nurseries, youth shelters, protection facilities for the disabled designated by the actors and fans.

tvN drama <100 Days My Prince> depicts the 100-day romance between Crown Prince Lee Yool who loses his memory and becomes Wondeuk and Hongshim, the oldest unwedded maiden in the fictitious Joseon period.

D.O., who takes on his first drama lead role, plays the role of Crown Prince Lee Yool, who loses his memory after suffering an assassination and becomes a use.less.man (아·쓰·남) and ends up marrying Hongshim.