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To celebrate both Sports Korea’s 7th anniversary and Seohyun‘s birthday, Sports Korea had a special interview with the birthday girl.
[Translation credit: fanwonder.com]
Sports Korea: First of all, happy birthday.
Seohyun: Thank you. Happy birthday to Sports Korea too.
Sports Korea: Do you know there is a special bond between yourself and Sports Korea?
Seohyun: I was surprised to hear about that in the past. I think the reason is because Sports Korea always writes good articles. Haha.
Sports Korea: How did you feel?
Seohyun: I thought that this is the kind of fate we wanted. In the future, please watch over me. Am I being too serious? Haha.
Sports Korea: We made a collection of articles from SNSD’s debut to the present day. We want to give you this as a birthday gift.
Seohyun: Wah! It’s first time I’ve seen this. (silently read the articles for some time) This is something new as I used to only see this on the internet. You’re really giving this to me! This is an unforgettable birthday gift. I have to show this to my unnies.
Sports Korea: It feels as if this is the first individual interview you had after debut was yesterday.
Seohyun: That’s right. Then, I knew nothing. I didn’t know what to talk about and what kind of article will be produced.
Sports Korea: (Points at the article) seeing your appearances during debut, how do you feel about it? Do you feel shy or feel like hiding?
Seohyun: Not at all. The bangs made me look really cute. It’s good to look at my old appearance again.
Sports Korea: In the past, you mentioned in an interview that you would like to act in a Japanese drama.
Seohyun: I still have that dream now. I was into ‘Nodame Cantabile’ last time and recently I’m interested in ‘Glow of The Fireflies’. I hope there will be a day when I get to act in a Japanese drama.
Sports Korea: At that time, you have not embarked on your Japanese activities. Looking at these articles, it seemed as if SNSD’s advancement to Japan was predicted.
Seohyun: Haha. That’s awesome. It was a dream that became a reality. Although we worked hard to achieve that goal, i think people around us also helped us. The name ‘Girls’ Generation’ itself contains a dream, right? It’s none other than establishing an era where girls’ shine in the whole world. From ‘Girls’ Generation’ to the time when it becomes ‘Grandmothers’ Generation’, let’s do it together.
Sports Korea: When was your most memorable moment?
Seohyun: It was during our first broadcasted performance where I stood with the members on stage and we cried. I thought it was finally the day we show ourselves to the world after the hardships we endured during the trainee days. I think I will never forget those moments. Looking at the past interview, I felt amazed and decided that we should not forget about our original intentions. However, unknowingly, there have been changes among us bit by bit. That is what I’m afraid the most. I’ll try to stay the same always.
Sports Korea: Recently, there were a lot of talks about the concert in Paris. Is the Korean Wave a reality?
Seohyun: Yes, definitely. Due to the continuous efforts by the seniors, it seems that the Korean Wave are getting the attention now. We don’t think it’s something that comes out of a sudden. I think we are lucky that we are carrying out our activities now. We also have to be sensitive to the responsibility at hand. We have to open the path now so that in the future, others can embark on their overseas activities more successfully.
Sports Korea: What is the individual work that is memorable to you?
Seohyun: I did a duet with Joo HyunMi sunbaenim. It’s because she is someone my parents like. I could not believe I had a chance to do a duet with her and I was really nervous. She held my hand throughout our performance and that was how I was able to complete it. Thinking about it now, I’m really thankful to her.
Sports Korea: Since you debuted at a young age, are there any complications?
Seohyun: The difficult part is that every single action or issues, even if it’s really a small one, people would take notice. I have to be very careful with anything I do. Now that I’m used to it, I feel very thankful even if someone take a small interest in me.
Sports Korea: It’s Sports Korea’s 7th anniversary. Would you like to say something?
Seohyun: It’s always nice meeting reporters from Sports Korea. Are you going to be hardworking and trustworthy? Please give us good articles in the future. How about always giving good news about SNSD too? Greetings to you all. Please stay tune.
Message from Seohyun to Sports Korea
The name ‘Girls’ Generation’ itself contains a dream, right?…. From ‘Girls’ Generation’ to the time when it becomes ‘Grandmothers’ Generation’, let’s do it together.
Words of wisdom as expected from maknae. Words that encompass the meaning of S♥NE /소원(wish) / “So-one”… however you read or say it. SNSD and their fans are one family, and we’ll support soshi for as long as we can. 🙂 *fingers curl*
A macro just for Lols….
Update – Photos added
HAPPY BIRTHDAY MAKNAE!
Sources: fanwonder.com, hankooki.com & whoever-created-that-macro, kidtaengoo@twitter
Wow, there’s a stark difference between her in 2011 and back in 2007-8, appearance and personality-wise. The experience which she has accrued in those 4 extraordinary years has made her Seohyun a better person than before. I don’t know if I should feel proud or shed a tear because of this significant milestone in her musical career…
Ahem… anyway…
I liked how Seohyun revealed her thoughts on the many moments during those 4 years where it impacted her greatly or shaped her character into the woman we all know and love now in an really honest fashion, and I thoroughly enjoyed reading the entire article about the birthday girl.
Great post, ya.
Yeah, GREAT post, MintChoc (Nat) !
I really enjoyed reading her thoughts (albeit translated) on how 4 years of fame have transformed her, and of how she tries very hard not to change at all ;). That in itself is so sweet :).
awww. what a cute interview. you can totally tell how much seobaby has matured over the years just from the way she responded to the questions. happy birthday seobaby! ^_^
Wow awesome
Great interview
happy birthday MAKNAE!
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“The name ‘Girls’ Generation’ itself contains a dream, right?…. From ‘Girls’ Generation’ to the time when it becomes ‘Grandmothers’ Generation’, let’s do it together.”
Words of wisdom as expected from maknae.”
Seohyunnie really has grown into a beautiful lady, I feel so proud of her *.*
awesome interview, maknae seohyun jjang and happy birthday!
SNSD, fighting! ^^
happy beday….she really look like one of the girl in the desperate house wife….forgot the name….
Seo Ju Hyun, let me just tell you that there is nothing wrong when everyone changes. that is natural. it is also not that bad to stay the same as you are, as what you said. but then again, if there’s anything you want to improve, specially about dreams and intentions, then pursue them (given that it is for the betterment of everyone.)
I sincerely greet you a Happy Birthday. (BTW my sister who is a fellow S♥ne also celebrates the same birthday with Seobb so happy birthday to her too. 🙂 )
HAPPY BIRTHDAY UNNIE!!!
“However, unknowingly, there have been changes among us bit by bit. That is what I’m afraid the most. I’ll try to stay the same always.”
When she says this, I think it’s the inevitable reaction of fatigue among her group members. 4 years + 5 to 7 years of training, that’s literally half a life time. Regrets? Isn’t it human to have them?
But Seohyun is forever optimistic and wise, and she refuses to have regrets, living the life she chose. I’m saddened by the fact that SNSD’s every blink in public is captured, examined and interpreted. They can’t just be people, they can’t just relax and feel any sort of freedom. That wears on a person. A gilded cage is still a cage.
Ahh. Not the proper sentiments for such a lady on such a joyous occasion. Truly, a life with someone like Seohyun in it is a blessing and the other eight well know it. Her approval or disapproval is a cohesive bond inducer. Perhaps even as strong as Taeyeon’s leadership. Clear, straightforward, beautiful.
Keep shining babe.
haha yes Grandmothers Generation! Sones will be following right behind you with our canes and our hearing aids in place haha FIGHTING!
anyone else notice that she’s wearing the butterfly necklace that yonghwa gave to her last birthday?…YONGSEO!!
you know the funniest thing is i actually can’t wait for Grandmother’s Generation! it feels as if its somewhat of a comeback info but 50-60 years down the line :)!
lol grandmothers generation XD Seohyun & SNSD hawiting~! ^^
I love reading seo’s answers to things b/c u can never expect what she will say.
awww seobaby is all grown up now! nice interview by her!
How cute xD Forever Grandma Generation HAHAHAHA
is it really the butterfly necklace?? doesnt look like i… but if it does, im soooo glad and happy…yongseo forever..btw, she looks sooo gorgeous in red…