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110 out of 100! Nam Ji-hyun is full of enthusiasm when it comes to assessing his chemistry with Kim Jae-young in " Make Me Tingle » («You Make My Heart Race» in French). With just a few days to go before the premiere of their new romantic comedy, the two actors opened up about their reunion, their chemistry on set, and their characters' particularly tumultuous relationship.
Coming October 15 on Viki, « Make Me Tingle» tells the story of Gong Yeon-su (Nam Ji-hyun), a young woman who believes in love without really knowing what it means to her, and Dokgo Dal (Kim Jae-young), the CEO of a startup specializing in adult products.
Two people who are polar opposites will have to learn to understand each other, though not without a few clashes.
Nam Ji-hyun gives their chemistry a score of 110 out of 100
When asked about her rapport with Kim Jae-young, Nam Ji-hyun went beyond the maximum score by giving him 110 out of 100 points. The actress particularly praised her co-star’s personality: «Kim Jae-young is fundamentally gentle, kind, warm, and thoughtful.»
She explains that their working styles complement each other particularly well. While she tends to focus quietly on her work during shoots, Kim Jae-young takes the lead in lightening the mood. «He’s someone who livens up the atmosphere and brings energy and laughter. I’d like to express my gratitude to him once again.»
For his part, Kim Jae-young gave their chemistry a score of 100 out of 100. The actor also expressed his delight at working with Nam Ji-hyun again following their previous collaboration in «100 Days My Prince.» «It was a great honor to work with Nam Ji-hyun again in “Make Me Tingle,” following “100 Days My Prince.”»
He then praised her talent, but above all the dedication with which she approaches her craft. «Nam Ji-hyun is an actress who not only has a great deal of talent, but whose sincerity in her work is also admirable.»
These mutual compliments stand in contrast to the many arguments that are sure to arise between their characters.
A romance that will begin with many disagreements
While Nam Ji-hyun and Kim Jae-young get along so well in real life, things will be quite different for Gong Yeon-su and Dokgo Dal.
The actress warns that the two characters will clash particularly often. «Gong Yeon-su and Dokgo Dal have an unusually high number of confrontations. Personally, I think it’s their conversations that drive the drama forward.»
According to her, their disagreements stem primarily from their very different ways of interpreting the same situations. She therefore sought to make these differences particularly evident in her performance.
But these confrontations aren't just meant to create amusing scenes. «The heart of “Make Me Tingle” is the way they gradually soften toward each other after such intense friction.»
Kim Jae-young, for his part, sums up their story in three words: «Understanding differences.» Dokgo Dal is an open-minded man who expresses his opinions without hesitation. Gong Yeon-su, on the other hand, is cautious and has well-established principles.
As they spend time together, they will gradually discover the reasons why the other person thinks and acts differently. «These two completely opposite people gradually begin to understand why the other thinks and acts the way they do. And because of this, they both change in ways they had never imagined before.»
The actor hopes that viewers will enjoy following this journey, from their initial arguments to their reconciliation.
«Make Me Tingle» will premiere on October 15 and will be available on Viki.
