In the new Netflix series, “Melo Movie,” Park Bo-young plays the prickly Kim Moo-bi, revealing a new side of her acting. One of the most talked-about scenes is her smoking scene, an unusual sight for an actress known for her pure image.
Park Bo-young shared with “Sports Chosun,” “There were too many people involved when filming that scene. I received the most direction for it. They kept correcting my fingers and telling me my positioning was wrong. Even the smoking staff members on set gave me advice. When we finally filmed the last take, I could feel that it was coming out naturally.”
On choosing “Melo Movie,” Park explained, “At first, I asked, ‘Is this the right fit for me?’ But I had always wanted to try a role like this. If my previous roles were bright and lovable, I now wanted to showcase a different side of myself.” She also emphasized the drama’s deeper themes, saying, “It’s not just about sweet, romantic moments; the characters acknowledge each other’s pain, help heal one another, and ultimately grow.”
Reflecting on her experience, she said, “Living as Moo-bi gave me a different kind of happiness, and it was a truly meaningful time for me.”
Netizens had mixed reactions. Some praised it, saying, “It has a certain vibe” and “She pulled it off well,” while others criticized it as a “typical fake smoking scene” and commented, “Her hand movements look unnatural.” Opinions remain divided over the authenticity of Park Bo-young’s smoking acting, given that she is a non-smoker in real life.
“Melo Movie,” starring Park Bo-young and Choi Woo-shik, follows young adults navigating love and personal growth while chasing their dreams. The series quickly went viral, topping Netflix’s “TOP 10 Series in South Korea Today” chart in just two days.
