[PICS/VID/TRANS] Minho at Salamander Guru press conference 120116 + translations + 6 articles

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tudou.com 16min video, translated below

Self Introduction
Hello I am Minho. I am playing the role of a genius hacker in "Salamander Guru & The Shadows". Please take care of me much (s/n : A courteous way to ask for guidance)

Q : Why did you choose this drama?
Similarly (to the female actress), I picked this drama because of the good story plot and the great director. But most importantly, I chose it because I am able to work alongside with outstanding seniors. Instead of saying that I chose this drama, I actually persisted on requesting to act in this show. In addtion, I received much help during the filming process. Seniors gave me a lot of advice and this really made me happy. This is the beginning and I feel I have done well with my first step. In the future, I will put in my best to bring good works to everybody.

Q : You must have faced some sort of pressure during your venture into acting. Your role in the drama is a genius hacker, so did you find any resemblance to your daily life that helped you in your acting?
This is my first time trying out to act a sitcom since I debute as a singer hence I am really glad to land upon such great role. Rather than saying I felt pressure, I feel that I should do away with it to perform better. In addition, I am really happy that I can be of help to our four members (S/N : I am not sure if he is referring to the cast or SHINee). I also wish that I would be able to present different sides of me through more works.

In addition, since I am potraying the role as a genius hacker, one that is very skilled with computers - but luckily since young, I will use the computer to play games and surf the web hence I did not meet any great difficulties, there was nothing specific that I had to train myself to do. Furthermore, Smartphones have been really popular right? There are many scenes that deals with smartphones - there hasn't been much difficulties faced. My usual self should have helped me a lot during the filming process

Q : Did your members give you any advice or opinions?
When I am filming, other members have other activities. The other case is when I am the only one with activities, they would ask me "Are you tired?". I would reply that "It is quite cold actually, really tiring". When I am exhausted and have returned back to our dorm, they will tell me "It is indeed tiring!" (S/N : in other words : "You have worked hard!") and they frequently cheer on for me. They would also joke around and say "Do you want me/us to buy anything you like to eat?" and also help me. Members to me, are a source of energy.

To add on, because we live together, we always hang out together - this is a source of energy (support). I am sure that I will have more energy (to perform better) when I have activities with my members. Also, I am really curious what opinions other members would give after the sitcom has ended

Q : SHINee's Minho must be really busy with all the schedules. So how do you keep up your stamina and energy?
Because I really like to exercise, I will exercise whenever I have free time. Sleep wise, I believe having long sleep time can help people replenish energy

Q : Yes, so we have another question for Minho. Along with Ryoo Hyoun-Kyoung beside you, and other actors, how do you feel about seniors acting?
No matter what, as a man, young teenager, female's stamina are typically not as good as a male. However, when senior (Ryoo Hyoun-Kyoung) was acting, she is full of vitality. Upon seeing that, I feel that I should work even harder. Another thing that touched me was that, even though I had not much experienece in acting, I will watch the other seniors act and "ahh~ so this is how acting is done" and because of that, I have learnt much. Another surprising this is that everyone is immersed in their own role. So I learnt "You should act in this way when you are playing this character" - so in the end I thought of how I want to potray my role. I learnt so much

Q : Ryoo Hyoun-Kyoung, what do you think about Minho's opinion (S/N : cannot be heard clearly)
Minho-ah, he's really a fine (gentleman). He's really well-mannered, he is really respectful in front of senior. Really good. What surprised me the most is that he is really friendly. I never thought he can be like that at this age... and his passion for acting.. really excellent.

Q : Please look at the camera (Request to) Let SHINee cameo/ visit the set (S/N : not sure)
(Ryoo Hyoun-Kyoung) : Are you referring to Minho? *laughs* SHINee members, please come and play, visit us to make our set more heartwarming. Fighting!

Q : Any interesting events that happened during filming?
I heard that Minho really likes (respect) Oh Dal-Su.. so I thought he likes.. but turns out that he really really really likes him. He would mimic senior's way of talking, actions and even expressions. And he would even perform it in front of him. He is a true fan of Oh Dal-Su. It is really interesting - this brought a lot of energy (motivation/joy) to our set.

Q : This is really interesting.. able to motivate the scene.. giving lots of energy for other casts. Please show it to us too to give us energy!
*Laughs* It has not been completed yet. Oh Dal-Su will check everyday and comment that it is still far from it. I don't think it would differ much after the show has been aired. No matter what, I will show it everyone eventually.

Q : So we will anticipate your imitation. Now we will hear Oh Dal-Su's voice. (asking Minho to perform)
*laughs* It's still far from it (the actual voice). Once I am able to get more than 50% accuracy then I will show it to everyone

Q : Ah yes, what a pity. We hope the audience can wait a while more to anticipate the full-form of Oh Dal-Su Senior imitation. Please continue working hard! We will now continue the interview. Even though he is not here, Lee Byung-Joon works really hard in his outfit. Just by looking at the teaser, we find it really interesting
It is a pity that Lee Byung-Joon is not here. To think of it, Lee Byung-Joon should be the most serious (when it comes to acting). He gave a good performance in acting as a mentally-retarded guru. When we are sitting at the corner, we can really feel that senior has really gone mad.. really enthusiastic. And also, when we are tired, he will crack up some jokes to make us laugh. To add on, his retarded character brought a lot of joy to us.. his walking posture is really believeable

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Recently, SHINee’s Minho attended the press conference of the latest SBS sitcom “The Salamander Expert and the Shadow Operation” where Minho made his acting debut. On the press conference, a reporter asked him, “Which do you like best? singing or acting?” Minho answered this question with “By asking that its like your asking which I like better my mother or my father” Minho laughed showing his desire to do both singing and acting in his career.

Minho also shared that he expressed interest in acting for a long time already, however his acting debut kept getting postponed until finally he landed a role on the new SBS Sitcom. Minho shared, “My character for the show is a very serious character, while acting sometimes I could not help but laugh, my character is very chic and cool and I had a lot of fun filming”.

He also admitted that at first, it was very challenging at hard but his seniors helped him and made him feel comfortable during filming. He said, “I would make mistakes often at first but step by step I learned and I hope I will gain more experience starting with this show”.

Meanwhile, “The Salamander Expert and the Shadow Operation” will be making it’s first broadcast on SBS On the 27th of January.

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Oh Dalsoo, Lim Wonhee, Ryu Hyunkyung, SHINee’s Minho and Kim Kyuseon attended a production report conference of “Salamander Guru and the Shadows” held at SBS in Mok-dong, Seould, at 4 p.m., 16 Jan.

Minho said, “I don’t have much acting experience. I’m honored to gain more experience with good sunbae-nims. I decided to participate because of its good staff and story.”

To a reporter’s question, “Did Taemin, a sunbae in sitcom acting, help you much?”, he said, “Our members congratulated me and gave lots of advice. Especially Taemin, who acted in a sitcom, gave lots of advice and help.”

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SHINee’s Minho gave hints about SHINee’s comeback. Minho said, “We concentrated on overseas activities last year. We are sorry for not having done activities in Korea. But this year we come back in full readiness, so you can look forward to it."
He continued, “We will repay fans for their long wait with good performances.“

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ShiNee’s Minho revealed that his members could appear as cameos.

At the press conference of SBS’s new sitcom, The Salamander Expert and the Shadow Operation that took place on January 16 4:00 p.m at Mokdong SBS in Seoul, Minho revealed, “Since I appear on the sitcom, I figured that our members should help me out.”

In this sitcom, he plays the role of a genius hacker Min Hyuk who approaches the salamander expert to reveal the secret behind his father’s death. Minho said, “The play a chic and cold role, but I can’t hold myself from laughing because other actors just crack me up. The shooting is held in such a friendly atmosphere.”

He continues, “I really love movies, and I was astonished when I could talk with Oh Dal Soo and Lim Won Hee actors face to face. I love imitating them because they’re so funny and awesome.”

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Why does he try acting in an one-episode drama or sitcom rather than in a conventional drama?
“Many singers are trying acting. The reason why I chose an one-episode drama was to work my way up rather than to take a rash plunge.

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“Performing as a singer on stage and acting have different appeals, so it is hard to choose one.”
“It’s hard to compare pros and cons. It’s like asking to choose between mom and dad.”

Source: IMG cr as tagged via ForeverShingingSHINee, 2 ; VID cr via ForeverShiningSHINee ; TV Daily ; Kor-Chi Translation : MINHOney // Chi-Eng Translation + Transcript : soundtracklove@soompi
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