Red Velvet for The Star
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140926 THE STAR INTERVIEW WITH CHANGMIN
[Red Velvet] (When) meeting with Changmin directly, do you feel that it is a bit difficult to get close because (he is) a senior?
Seulgi: We have filmed together before so I feel that senior (Changmin) really takes care of others, and makes others feel comfortable; and is easy to get along with. It is really nice (working with him). However, he is a senior…
Changmin: um… after all (they are) juniors, and girls too. To get along (with them) is a bit more difficult as in comparison to guys. (I) Have to pay more attention (a/n: be more careful with what he is saying/ doing), haha.
In that case, sitting here like this facing each other and talking, would this be the first time?
Seulgi: Ah. Before we debuted, we’ve met; in the recording studio on the 5th level.
Wendy: That day was the day before we debuted, suddenly (Changmin) came to give us support and even gave a lot of good suggestions.
Changmin: Now I remember. Because it was the day before (their) debut, I thought they must be feeling very nervous, but they turned out to be tougher than I thought. So I thought: they acted like professional artistes; so I don’t have to worry. They’re doing very well.
On your (Red Velvet) debut stage, were you nervous in any way?
Joy: At the start there was no real feeling (of nervousness). (I had) no thoughts about it. But once we stood on the stage and started doing the first moves, hearing fans cheering for us, at the end when we held hands together, it was only then I started feeling the emotions. (But) instead of nervousness, it was more like prideful emotions.
Wendy: When I was watching the seniors perform, I was not nervous. But in the dorm, once I thought about the next day (debut stage), and suddenly felt nervous. Even if it was just opening my mouth to speak, I felt like throwing up. So before going on stage, I didn’t eat anything and ended up getting really hungry.
To Red Velvet, what is TVXQ’s existence like?
Seulgi: It was really because of watching seniors (in reference to TVXQ) that I developed the dream of becoming a singer. When I was younger, I would practice seniors’ songs and dances with my friends. It was really fun. Because of this, I also got to know SM and got into this company. It was an important dream to me.
Joy: When I was in middle school and went online, I saw a clip of seniors performing their song “Proud” during one of their Japanese concert tours, and how they teared up while (they were) singing. Without knowing it, I began to cry a lot too. At the time, I was really touched, and decided then to also do well (to become a singer) and stand there (the stage) too one day.
Changmin: At that time, I didn’t cry. I was the only one that didn’t cry (laughs). To think that someone would have seen us (then) and therefore have dreams is really mystifying and yet rewarding as well. Students nowadays- rather than doing what they want to do- are being forced into achieving their parents’ expectations. I was once one of them, but because of an opportunity I had never imagined, I became a singer. When I hear of people who like them (Red Velvet) say such things (about following their dreams), I sincerely feel touched.
Wendy: I really want to follow senior’s example. After all, no matter how much one likes what they are doing, to have lasted for ten years is not easy. Although I often hear the words ‘not to forget your original heart’ (not to forget your initial spirit/ mindset), when I see TVXQ seniors’ who appear to be just as they were from when they began (as singers), I really want to learn from them. Red Velvet will also show a good side to everyone for a long time.
When talking about TVXQ, what are some of their hit songs that you will immediately think of?
Seulgi: I really like “Rising Sun”, I remember practicing it many, many times (with friends).
Irene: (I like) “Rising Sun” too. In my third year of high school, I performed it during a talent show at a school trip outside of school (laughs).
What are your (Changmin) thoughts on Red Velvet’s “Happiness”.What was your initial reaction of it?
Changmin: Um… when I watched the performance, I felt like I wanted to go to the TV station to support it (he thought it was really good). Hahaha! Recently, haven’t most girl groups seem to be using “sexy” concept to appeal to many? But these friends have used their own distinct melody, and started a little differently from others, which makes them seem more striking (a/n: meaning he thinks that Red Velvet starting off with the “cute” or more “light” concept whilst other girl groups are indulging in the more sexy-esque concept.)
While (carrying out) activities as artistes, have you ever thought about questions that you would like to ask your seniors? I hope you can talk freely, and resolve your concerns.
Seulgi: When looking at the camera, ‘what kind of expression should (I) have?’ I am really concerned about this point, to be honest. I am not clear on which aspects I should focus on. ‘Is paying attention to my expression while showing a pretty appearance better?’ ‘Or should I just enjoy the performance just like this, and have a carefree smile?’
Changmin: I seem to be like the latter. Of course, if there are parts where you need to show a pretty side, then you have to work hard. But you also have to be careful as to whether the people who are watching. Some will think you are ‘acting’ (a/n: kind of like being fake). In actuality, you don’t have to ‘act’, because everyone knows that Red Velvet is pretty. These kind of words, don’t they sound like something fans would say? Haha. One’s natural self is the prettiest, the sexiest, the cutest. As long as you act in accordance to the theme/concept (of the performance) and enjoy the stage, that should be enough.
Joy: This is something that we feel while doing our activities… at the start we’re really happy, so we feel blessed when we stand on stage. But I find that I have slowly become affected by the reactions from (the) surroundings. I will then feel a spark of self-consciousness. In the past, I had just one standard (to reach), but now, how do I reach the new standard? (a/n: meeting people/ fan’s expectations)
Wendy: After carrying out hectic schedules, I will feel very tired. Then, depending on my body condition on the same day, my voice could become hoarse. At that time, what should I do? Every single time I come into acquaintance with this, I will always become afraid, nervous, and therefore, cause for mistakes to happen.
Irene: In the group, I am the leader. If I want to be like U-Know Yunho senior- having been a leader for 10 years- who is a good and aspiring leader. What steps should I take/ follow?
Do you have any personal tricks (the secret to success) on how to change one’s mood?
Changmin: For me, I drink (alcohol). Haha. (It’s) not that I drink when my mood is bad. But I drink in a healthy and relaxed manner, with the thought: “Let’s do well tomorrow!” when drinking. exercising, strolling or taking a drive to relax. I do those (things/ activities) quite often.
Wendy: I like to check out the scenery while having a stroll. I also enjoy sitting in a café and observing other people chatting. My mood will become relaxed and become better unknowingly.
Seulgi: I listen to music that (I know) will make my mood better and write in my diary. Or I use the time to organize my thoughts.
Irene: I use a “mind map” to organize my thoughts. Or sometimes because my sense of smell can be rather sensitive, I will spray some nice-smelling perfume on myself. I also like going to Ttukseom Island at Hangang River, sitting on the mat at night and talk to myself about little things. Last night, I went there with Seulgi to have a chat.
Translated by: LuWind @ Red Velvet Global
Source: STAR NEWS
140926 THE STAR PROFILES
Sources: The Star 1 2 3 4 5, redvelvet-global 1 2 3 4
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Re: Netizens!
Date: 2014-09-29 03:00 pm (UTC)tho ngl, the skirt the stlylist put her in for the event was terrible and made her look wide
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Date: 2014-09-29 03:07 pm (UTC)I thought they were pretty inoffensive, as far as debuts go. Did something happen with them minus they MV thing?
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Date: 2014-09-29 03:51 pm (UTC)I'm glad Joy doesn't read Netizen comments and her friends just send her the positive ones.
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Date: 2014-09-29 03:14 pm (UTC)JOY: i play with myself
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Date: 2014-09-29 03:50 pm (UTC)One. Of. Us. lol
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Date: 2014-09-29 04:10 pm (UTC)Yaaaaaaaassss Seulgi
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Date: 2014-09-29 04:42 pm (UTC)Joy is also a cutie. They've only been debuted for a couple months but you already have such a strong idea of their individual characters if you've been paying attention. It'll be interesting to see what happens when they have their first comeback (or if the rumoured bigger group ever happens).
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Date: 2014-09-29 06:32 pm (UTC)*fangirl scream*
Date: 2014-10-09 05:24 pm (UTC)Reading their answers is very interesting because their personalities are so different! Seulgi and I have the same ideal type and Joy is ADORABLE.