Kevin of Omega X Opens Up About His Acting Debut in ‘My Bias Is Showing’

Kevin. Image: thanks to IPQ

Korean BL dramas have an unique method of representing the category, focusing on strong psychological connection over physical tourist attraction, which isn’t typically the case with Thai or Western BL series. And hence, their slow-burning love, psychological depth, and nuanced storytelling seldom stop working to make an impression– simply take the case of hits like Where Your Eyes Linger (2020 ), Light on Me (2021 ), Cherry Blossoms After Winter (2022 ), Semantic Error (2022 ), and A Shoulder to Cry On (2023 ). These BL K-dramas have actually set the bar high, leading the way for stories like the continuous My Bias Is Showing! starring Kim Kang-min and Omega X’s Kevin.

In his very first acting function, Kevin plays Na Ae-joon, a high school instructor who takes place to be a long time fan of popular kid group A-one member Choi Si-yeol (Kim Kang-min). When Ae-joon’s course all of a sudden crosses courses with Si-yeol, who is shooting a range program at his school, their encounter triggers a complex entanglement of love and vengeance. Talking to Wanderer India about how he used Si-yeol’s journey, especially in browsing the intricacies of fan-idol relationships, Kevin states, “When I see Ae-joon, I think about ‘pure love.’ There are lots of complex feelings that might not constantly line up in between Ae-joon and Si-yeol in their relationship of a fan and an idol, however something that never ever alters is Ae-joon’s pure love and adoration for his predisposition. I actually wished to record that feeling well.”

Because the drama checks out styles of fandom and idol culture, Kevin discusses that particular scenes highlight Ae-joon’s unfiltered feelings– like when he conceals his adoration for Si-yeol to prevent pain or when he looks after Si-yeol indirectly.”I wished to communicate the sense of relatability for Ae-joon’s pure love as a fan of Si-yeol,”he includes, hoping the audience links deeply with the story.” I hope the audiences can discover Ae-joon’s love for his predisposition relatable when viewing the drama. As this is my very first shot at acting, my efficiency may be viewed as uncomfortable, doing not have, or often overacting since I wish to provide my finest. It ‘d make me extremely delighted if the audiences discover me with the prospective to end up being a great star, and I likewise desire to cheer myself by believing, ‘You did well enough, and you have enough possibilities for the future too.'”

Kevin draws his acting motivation from dramas and films, with Weak Hero being a substantial impact. “I’ve constantly wanted acting, however enjoying that drama provided me the nerve to press myself and advance in handling a brand-new obstacle.” He frequently replays his preferred scenes, examining efficiencies and questioning, “How did this star reveal that feeling here?” Amongst his preferred stars, Kim Kuk-hee sticks out. “There are numerous stars and starlets I like and appreciate, however I am constantly enthralled by Kim Kuk-hee’s performing, since she can manage any character in numerous categories.” For the novice star, the appeal of acting depend on its capability to bring varied characters to life: “That’s one of the reasons that I want to continue acting,” he states.

My Bias Is Showing! has actually been the preliminary stepping stone for the acting profession that Kevin is eagerly anticipating. It’s likewise been a series of unforgettable minutes for him. Assessing his experience of dealing with co-star Kim Kang-min, Kevin shares, “For me, the most unforgettable time was when we got to movie together. It was our extremely very first time interacting, and Kang-min is an extremely cool individual, similar to how Si-yeol is depicted in the eyes of Ae-joon.” Kang-min assisted Kevin feel at ease on set, providing important pointers on facial expressions and gestures. “So, I got a great deal of aid from him.” Drawing from his own experience as a K-pop idol, Kevin instilled his representation of Na Ae-joon with credibility. “I wished to reveal my individual ideas from connecting with fans in my performing. I might truly resonate with the overruning love from my fans that I have actually been getting so far, and I attempted my finest to record that love in this drama.”