[Eng Sub] SJM Guest House Unaired Cuts

[Eng Sub] SJM Guest House Unaired Cuts

I have been subbing a number of unaired cuts for SJM Guest House and there are still so many of them. So I think it will be a good idea to create a compilation of all the videos I subbed in a blog. It will be easier for people to find them too. 

I will sub more of these cuts slowly and add them here as I go along. 

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 Sungmin and Henry eating contest 

Zhoumi's portrait and Poison tongue Ryeowook

Eunhyuk's savings tour, night scenery, featuring Zhoumi 

Kyuhyun made ramen... with no soup

Laughing game with Sungmin and Henry

Eunhyuk promoting rice 

Eunhae fighting each other

In Shanghai with Heechul

Heechul's interview with In Shanghai Magazine

scans credits to 希家天下 HeeHome

Welcome for taking part in a Chinese variety. Knowing that we are going to interview you, Petals left messages on weibo like 'Our Heechul oppa is taking part in a Chinese variety for the first time, please love him a lot', 'Our oppa is a Korean who love Chinese people, he is very kind, sometimes he is weird, it's our fault that we didn't prepare enough medicines for him. Please forgive him if he does anything crazy'. 

Do you have anything to tell the fans who are anticipating for your first Chinese variety?

I have always received love from Chinese fans all this while and I also love China a lot, I also hear a lot of interesting things from my Chinese friends. Previously I only go to China because of Super Show. Hopefully this show will become an opportunity for me to come China more often.

'Having You Along The Way' revealed a photo of you lying down on the couples' laps, everyone was saying 'Hello Gooseberry, I thought it was an edited photo'. What do you feel most strongly about working with these 3 couples?

Actually I was very nervous on the first shoot with the couples. Because of the cultural difference, my actions might be deemed as rude if I am not careful. But the nervous feeling didn't last for very long. (laughs) Although we have language barrier, we were very happy during filming. The best thing that made me happy was when I heard 'If only Heechul can do more Chinese varieties. Heechul is a genius'. (Laughs)

What is the biggest difference between hosting 'Having You Along The Way' and other variety shows?

The biggest difference is of course the language. If my Chinese is a good as my Korean, I think I can really do a lot of shows in China. I also thought about staying in China for about 3-6 months, but if I do that then my schedules in Korea...

Being one of the prettiest man in Korea, do you mind showing your face without make up in the show? Many idols have the idol's burden* and can't let go of themselves in shows. How do you balance prettiness and dorkiness?

Although I am an idol, I am more of an idol who doesn't look like an idol, so people are still interested about me. Especially as an MC, I am trying to get rid of my idol's but I can’t overdo it too, because I am afraid many Chinese fans might not be able to take it.

*Idol's burden - being overly concerned about his/her idol's image

What was the hardest thing during filming?

It is still the problem of language barrier... It is not something that I can learn immediately!!! I will try hard to find a Chinese girlfriend.

You have strong imitating skills. Who will you be imitating as in 'Having You Along The Way'?

For this... please find the answer in the show...

Did you mum give you any suggestions or advice for recording this show?

My mum does not normally restrict me on the variety shows I accept. But she often tells me “Go cut your hair! I give birth to you so handsomely why do you want to make yourself ugly!!”

You have many friends in the entertainment line. If you can choose, who will you like to record 'Having You Along The Way' with, to travel and record together? And which destination will you pick?

The places I want to visit in China is... When I was young, I love those martial arts films a lot, so I want to visit those traditional places. If I can only choose a couple... this question is so hard. I can't answer this now because filming hasn't end.

(Actually the question asked him to choose any celebrity not just the 3 couples from the show but I guess he misunderstood.)

Petals love Heebum a lot, will you bring Heebum along for 'Having You Along The Way' if there is a chance?

Heebum doesn’t go out even if I open the door, seems like he is afraid of the outside world. Sometimes when I want to bring him out, he will start crying. Moreover recently he has been sleeping for 20 hours in the 24 hours.

Did you learn a lot of Chinese this year? Did Chung Junha help you in your Chinese in any way for MBC's 'Private Tutoring Across Generations'?

Actually saying that there is not time is an excuse.. but I really have no time. I’d better do my concert well first and learn Chinese seriously after that. If I meetup with Chung Junha, I will forget the Chinese that I already memorized.”

Your favourite Chinese sentence now? Or the sentence which you are most familiar with?

‘Who are you?!’ it’s from a Chinese movie….. and ‘Where are my friends!’ (a children song)

Which Chinese food gives you a deep impression? And what is the most unacceptable thing in Chinese food?

Hot pot! And also the Beijing rice that a very good Chinese friend of mine makes, I like it very much too! Ah this makes me hungry.. Actually compared to Chinese food, I can’t accept those food that retains the original form more like chicken feet and prawns more.

What gives you a deep impression in Hongkong movies? What influences did Hongkong movies give you when you were growing up?

Both Chinese and Japanese films gave me deep impressions when I was a teenager. I remember finishing the Zombie saga before enrolling into elementary school. I followed the movie to bite my finger to draw on amulets and made my hand all bloody*. Everyday I also think about jumping down from high places while shouting ‘Big brother! Big brother!'. I also learnt poker cards tricks from movies like ‘God of Gamblers’, fortunately I didn’t get addicted to it. (laughs)

*It is a common scene in zombie movies to have the exorcists bite their fingers and draw curses on amulets with blood.

In the many talk shows where people don't watch what they say, were there situations when you were forced to lie?

I feel that no matter how you package yourself, you must maintain the truthfulness in shows. Because I have the principle of not lying, I will have problems if I keep telling the truth. No matter what, I will still insist on my thinking when doing shows. I have learnt a lot from the show 'War of Words', I understood that I have to be careful with every line I say.

What kind of friends do you like to make in real life? And what kind of people you cannot stand?

I don't like people who are fake, I like people who are the same on screen and off screen and those who are honest. To put it directly, I will stop contacting people who lies often.

Are you also so 4 dimensional in real life? Or is this just an appearance for your social life, do you become quiet and depress easily in real life?

I don't mind phrases like '4 dimensional' or 'very weird'. Actually a few years ago, I was very stressed out because of words like this, thinking 'what is normal and what is special? Why are people treating me like this?' I also cut my hair short and not care about my image before. At that time, Lee Sooman sunbaenim said this to me 'Heechul ah, don't throw away your own colours, as a celebrity this is your biggest advantage. No matter what you do, you are still Kim Heechul, aren't you a free soul?' From then on, I don't put to heart all those words like '4 dimensional or normal' because I am Kim Heechul.


What is it that you think about the most? And how do you overcome stress?

This is my future, not the celebrity's future, but as a normal person Kim Heechul's future. What kind of person will I marry? What kinds of children will I have? ...Because of this I want to see the fans even more during normal times, after recording this show, I guess I will have to do a fanmeet. (laughs)

What did you gain last year?


Oh! I wrote some lyrics. Around early this year? I will reveal my secret plans.

Do you prefer single life or married life like in WGM? You often say that as you age, your parents started worrying about marriage. But you don't seem to be worried, you still plan to live in freedom for a long time?

I am still living in freedom now and have no thoughts on dating...
This may sound weird but I really hope to quickly see a child that looks like me very soon. (laughs) I am still a Kim Heechul that is not matured enough, I want to keep being the immature Kim Heechul and to keep seeing everyone! Ah, if my mum hears this, she is going reprimand me... When she hears me saying "I don't want to get married too early but I want to see a child that looks like me soon!", she will scold me "What nonsense are you saying?"

You mentioned that you haven't bought any clothes for yourself in these 8 years since the fire in the dorm burnt all your 500 pieces of clothing and 200 pairs of shoes. Because you felt that it is meaningless after seeing your clothes disappear. What have you been wearing for these 8 years? What made you start buying clothes again?

Ever since the fire and all my clothes being burnt, I always wore clothes fans gave me. But sometimes I think if I wear clothes with my own face on it or with the word ‘希’ outside, my friends will probably say ‘Can’t you wear something more normal? This is too eye-catching’. Donghae and I are like real brothers. We will share clothes with each other.

If you are to find a cartoon character to represent yourself, which one do you think is most alike with you?

If you are referring to me starting from when I was a kid, the characters that are more alike with me are Timon of Lion King, Misahi of Us Who Started Today*, and the cat in the comic that Taeyeon praised, Same As Oppa!*. Recently there is also Anna of Frozen.

*I don't know the official titles of these comics in English so these are direct translations

Cosmopolitan Interview with Siwon

Cosmo: In the movie 'To The Fore', Eddie Peng, Dou Xiao and you are brothers. On the stage, you and your Super Junior brothers are also full of energy. Do you guys admire each other among yourselces?

Siwon: During To The Fore shooting, the director, Eddie and Dou Xiao are all passionate men. Even though we started filming at 5 or 6 am everyday, it was the first time that I didn't feel tired at all. The energy produced when the men are united is as if we are on steroid. It is even more so when I am with my Super Junior members. We grew up together, we shared the memories of helping each other along the journey. As long as we are together, no matter how tough it is, we always feel energized.

Cosmo: What is the one thing that you can never accept?

Siwon: I hate to copy others. You can use the good points of others as reference but as a person, you should try to be yourself. I cannot accept imitation, this (imitating) means that I lack self-confidence. I don't want the word 'copy' to exist in my world. I also don't suggest girls to copy the styles of others.

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Clear eyes, pretty dimples, broad shoulders that give people a sense of security. He has been the visual of Super Junior since debut. Regardless of MV or stage performances, as long as it is Siwon who comes out first, fans will scream even harder. After debut, Siwon went to Beijing to learn Mandarin. He takes part in Chinese media interviews and he has the most appearances in variety shows among members. Many Chinese fans became ELF of Super Junior because of him. If you take away his given natural advantages, he is still the best choice to be the 'ambassador'. Some celebrities are handsome but doesn't have friends, they have a kind of invading, strong charisma. Siwon is handsome but people want to be friends with him. Handsome but not invading, bright, always smiling humbly, clear eyes, and the most precious thing is it hasn't changed for 10 years.

When Chinese estate magnates, Ren ZhiQiang and Pan Shiyi visted Seoul, Siwon represented the company to have a meal with them. At that time, Psy's Gangnam Style aroused interest among the business men who didn't know much about the entertainment industry. The frank and direct Ren ZhiQiang posted a photo of him and Siwon on Weibo and wrote "I wanted to see Psy but I saw him instead. I heard that he does dramas, but I don't know him." This caused much annoyance among fans. Siwon is like this, he doesn't tell others of his accomplishments, always taking care of others gentlemanly, he always shake hands with a tight grip, always interact with sincerity. In this era when big stars are hard to interact with, his low profile makes people wonder, do celebrities behave like this?

Siwon told Cosmo, because he believes in Christianity, he doesn't have a lot of desires. He believe that if he follows the word 'kindness', he will not have enemies. Sometimes people occasionally say something rude or fight with one another, don't put it to heart, slowly they will become your friends. On the morning of the shooting day, in the activity venue, Pan Shiyi met Siwon for the second time but is already treating him like a good friend. Ren ZhiQiang even posted on his weibo, complaining that Pan Shiyi didn't inform him that Siwon is here. As expected, in this scrutinizing economy generation, he didn't have any scandals about not getting along with anyone. He didn't do anything daring or loud, he didn't really have resources in the entertainment industry and yet everyone is willing to be his friend. From Jackie Chan and Andy Lau's generation to Eddie Peng and Fan Bingbing. Siwon is the real 0-negative-remarks partner.

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Cosmo: Witnessing the growth of so many Super Junior members and the different choices the people around you made, how do you hold onto your own decision?

Siwon: As a man, I must be responsible for the choices I made. You need courage and faith to make a choice. Sometimes when people feel lost, not knowing which path is the correct one, try asking your heart. You cannot hide or shun when you have to make a decision. Because I have my own belief, I depend on it. In life, kindness and evil will both exist. As long as you persistently move in the the correct direction, time will give you a good answer.

Cosmo: You started training very early, after debut, you have so many schedules. We often hear other celebrities complaining, why don't you?

Siwon: I think there will always be someone busier than me. Being busy isn't such a bad thing. Having an irregular lifestyle, I try to rest as much as I can when it's time to rest, eat more when it's time to eat. Finding empty time slots, there will always be time for exercise. Complaining will not improve the situation, it will only make your mood bad and thus make your body bad too. We are a team, I treat my body as everyone else's body. In order not to cause hindrance to others, creating problems for others, I must take care of my mood and body.

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Warm Guy,

that is his true self

On the day of shooting, Beijing was cloudy, the air smell of pollution, one can almost taste something weird if he opens his mouth. Siwon just finished an outdoor launch event. While styling his hair, he looks tired. When he changed into a sleeveless shirt, the long scars on his arms were from an accident he had when filming a racing scene in To The Fore a few days ago. Before this, he already had a serious injury on his neck, the second injury was on his arms, back and several other places.

Talking about this experience, Siwon said,"This is really an unforgettable experience." At first we thought he was referring to the hard times but we actually don't understand him well. This oppa with explosive positive energy continued,"This let me get to know the best doctors in Shanghai."

He is a man like this, always being thankful, content, not complaining about filming everyday before dawn. The movie is about the relationship between a group of passionate cyclists, Siwon acted as a cycling expert nicknamed 'Charging King'. He was the target of Eddie Peng in the movie. Everyday the filming burnt his energy and there was little time for rest. But Siwon told us this is the least tiring filming in his acting career because he was together with people with the same goal, trying to exceed himself is the best way to refill himself with energy.

He had Super Junior concert on the day of his injury. After having his wound taken care of in the hospital, he insisted to go to the concert venue, he said that he must give fans an answer. "My body is mine but it also belongs to everyone. I didn't take care of my body well, I must overcome that myself. I can't affect the others." His expression when he said this reminded us of someone, we asked if he has any model he looks up to. As expected, Siwon said it is Andy Lau. During Battle of Wits filming, Andy's persistency and strength let Siwon understand that in this industry where there are many new celebrities and strong competition, having good looks without the ability to endure hard times, without good reputation, without positive energy, you are just a newbie, not god. ('God' is a term the Chinese use for male celebrities who are extremely good looking and accomplished)

The term, 'God', sounds a little cold. Warm guy, is his true self. When we talked about this saying 'little happiness', Siwon said this is a topic which makes him blessed. "It is important to be happy over little things. Being thankful to little things, you will feel happier each day. Although there a lot of small happiness which can't be granted now, if you think about it, this moment is happy too. We asked him to give us a small example and his answer makes everyone there feel the happiness. "In such a wonderful people, working with such great people, chatting and laughing with you all like this is happiness too. The pollution outside was bad this morning but such bad things can also help us to understand happiness. Like I am sitting on a comfortable bed right now, thinking that we are not doing interview outdoors, this is a very happy thing."

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Cosmo: If you are not a celebrity, what kind of jobs do you want to try?

Siwon: I believe if a person can do one thing well, the other things will not be tough for him. No matter what I do, I hope to put in my best. Like I am not good at cooking but if you give me time, I believe I can do it well.

Cosmo: On screen and off screen, you give people the impression 'tall, rich and handsome', have you ever desire for success?

Siwon: I am not the kind of person who must win over others. Because I have my religious belief, I don't have much desire over success. I live with the mentality of solving a jigsaw puzzle. Trying my best to follow the path that I have planned and learning a lot of things in the process. It's just like collecting the pieces of the jigsaw puzzle, there is no need to complete that picture impatiently. Slowly enjoy the process of collecting and accumulating the pieces.

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Being famous for so many years, he doesn't have many scandals. Siwon has always protected his non-celebrity girlfriend well (not saying that he has a girlfriend, the interviewer just made an assumption), opening the internet and searching for 'Siwon's girlfriend photo', the only ones that come out are the edited photos of him and his Super Junior members. Because Siwon always have a serious expression, people always take him seriously when he is joking. Recently a joke which has been a hot topic was Siwon's weibo post to his co-star in To The Fore, cello player OuYang Nana, "I will wait for you for 6 years." Has oppa fallen in love with the beautiful girl? Fans' broken hearts were scattered all over, later it was found out that he was just joking with his line from the movie.

In Korean dramas, the story of Cinderella with a rich man's son is always a popular subject. Even though he has an incredible background, with a rumour that he travels in a private plane, Siwon said that he likes the ordinary type of girls, not a cold 'goddess'. When getting to know each other, it's not the physical conditions or the arrangement of the families that matter. It's the warm feeling from the eyes, the smile that let him know that you like him, the kind of warmth and peace that can put his mind to rest.

Siwon's preference for warm girls probably comes from his mother. Mama Choi is the sign for warmth. "There was once when I didn't say anything and arrived back home one day earlier from my plans. At night, I arrived home without informing my mum and told her that I am hungry. Although my mum isn't good at cooking, she made me some soup, I feel very contented with this." Talking about his travels, he mentioned that his unforgettable memories of visiting the Great Wall with his mother when they came to China for the first time. After saying that, he gave an apologetic expression and told us,"Today we have this Cosmo interview, I shouldn't be talking about my mother. Actually, you want to hear more about girlfriends right?"

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Siwon must have realized the curiosity that we have been holding back, he said,"It's ok, you can ask anything." Then he shared with us his idea about romance.

"From my point of view, the most romantic thing to do is to have a quiet meal in a big room with a small table on a very cold day in winter. Even though it's a small date, this is the kind of warmth that I want. From the girlfriend's point of view, the kind of romantic gestures she wants is something creative. She will be anticipating, exceeding her anticipated expectation will be truly romantic. I will need to use my creativity." Then he gave us a pitiful expression,"This isn't fair right?" Is it hard to exceed your girlfriend's expectations? "Not difficult, I can do it." He answered confidently.

Cosmo: What is the common mistakes between a couple in your opinion?

Siwon: Losing confidence, when a person is not confident about his relationship, he will choose to give up first when facing problems, then he will not have a beautiful ending.

Cosmo: Will a very handsome man thinking looks are important when choosing his partner? What do you think of the physical and inner qualities of a woman?

Siwon: The looks of a woman is important but what she is thinking in her heart will be shown on her physical looks. Even though the first impression of physical looks is important, a terrible personality will quickly break the attraction that was brought forward by physical looks. Both looks and personalities are important, if you insist me to pick one, I will have a terrible headache.

Cosmo: What kind of relationship do you want most now?

Siwon: I will think of marriage. I will think of my partner waiting for me to come home after a day's work. My parents, sister and us will live together in harmony, this is what I desire.

Cosmo: In Korean dramas, the tall, rich and handsome male leads normally didn't fall in love with a girl of the same status, but an ordinary girl. Do you think a relationship across different statuses can last?

Siwon: I have a similar experience for this, true love can overcome many obstacles. I believe a story like this will happen in real life, there are evidences of romance that defies the social classes. There is nothing impossible. Whether the Cinderella style romance can last depends on how well the 2 person can get along. Both need to trust each other and overcome their differences together.

Cosmo: The relationships in Korean dramas are always very persistent, it can only be him. But in real life, is it true that people have to go through several relationships to understand what is true love?

Siwon: This problem differs from person to person. Some people treat the relationship as their only gem, carrying this gem till the end. There is another kind of person, looking at this gem, that gem thinking all are good, trying them before finding the one that suits them the most. Both of them are responsible people. But there is another kind of person, he wants everything, this is mine, that is mine too. This kind of person is more dangerous.

Cosmo: Which kind of person are you among these three?

Siwon: This question can only be answered by the woman who walked into my heart.

Cosmo: How do you look at the term 'sexy'? Give a definition for the 'goddess' in your heart.

Siwon: Sexy goddess is the kind that gives out a natural charisma. She moves people's hearts but yet you feel a distance between you and her. If a pretty woman dresses up sexily but she has no aura, men will just go ahead directly to talk to her. I think that is not true sexiness. The true 'sexy goddess' is the kind that attracts me but the attraction is so strong that I dare not go near her.

Cosmo: In your point of view, do you think it is necessary to receive your elders' blessings in a marriage?

Siwon: Love is between 2 person but if you talk about marriage, it's the harmonization of 2 families. A wise woman will receive love from the elders through sincere communication. A good man must also be capable of making the woman around him happy. In recent years, there are many people who are too self-centered. Although it's important to have your own personality, it is not conflicting with understanding and accepting each other. With the blessings from friends and family, everyone being harmonious, that is my ideal marriage.

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Cosmo: Is it possible for a sparrow to become a phoenix? Or is it just a marketing term for business and the desires of women?

Siwon: I saw with my own eyes a staff that works with me used to be very sloppy and had no confidence with her appearance at all. Suddenly something came over her and started to learn how to dress up and found a style that suits her. Together with make up and working out, without having any surgeries done, she has changed a lot. Her aura totally changed. But to me that doesn't mean it's a good thing. She became arrogant after becoming beautiful, she has the temper of a pretty girl, not as friendly as before. But I still applause for her change.

Cosmo: What kind of girls is strong and yet you would want to get near her?

Siwon: Strong women normally have self confidence, and confident women will attract people. In Korea, we have a female president. Among our staff, we have a lot of capable women. The manager who keeps nagging me is a woman like this too. They give out a strong aura when they focus on their work. The way they work is really cool.

Cosmo: Can you draw your ideal 'goddess'? How will you draw her? Black wavy hair with red lips?

Siwon: Beauty has no definite shape. It's not about black or blonde hair, as long as it is not too weird, like dying her hair white...... I hope everyone will not put too much attention to the little flaws of your physical looks. Compared to always spending time to imitate the style of others, it's better to just live happily.

Cosmo: Female celebrities have to have many styles and stay sensitive to fashion trends. Do you like the girls around to constantly change their styles?

Siwon: If they change for the better of course I am happy for them. When I see a sloppy girl becomes prettier after dressing up, I will applause for them. But don't over do it. The difference between beautiful or not can sometimes be tiny. A suitable change is a surprise but overdoing it will be a little weird.

Cosmo: You have a great body, what is the ratio of the suffering and happiness when working out? What kind of body do you think is good for a lady?

Siwon: When working out, I need to combine both cardio and muscles training using scientific ways. Girls don't need to be like us, doing a lot of resistence training for big muscles. They just need to enjoy the process of working out. Blood circulation will give people a good colour on their complexion (this is a chinese term and there isn't a direct translation in English), a healthy body with curves is the most beautiful.

ELLE MEN with Siwon

ELLE MEN Interview

Just when Hongkong women are crazy for Korean dramas, Super Junior comes again. Although the senior male group has debuted for 9 years and is no longer Junior, the fans didn't become weak despite the surge of new Korean boy bands debuting. Instead, they stood firmly on Hongkong's stage. Their popularity and status remain as Super. Folks still forked out cash immediately when they come to Hongkong for their concert. Among them, Choi Siwon, who has a lot of female fans, arrived in Hongkong a few days earlier than others. Many female fans waited day and night to see this handsome face, to listen to his Cantonese greetings followed by Korean, 'Hi everyone, I am Choi Siwon.'

This interview was surprisingly done using English. We prepared the questions in Korean, thinking that he will be happy with them but he spoke English to us. The reason behind is pretty direct "I don't like it when I can't express myself." In these 9 years, the Korean has worked hard on his English. "I realized that being able to understand but not express myself is an uncomfortable feeling. So I wanted to learn English well, this is my personality."

So for the past 9 years, he has been working hard while working in many places. Today his Twitter has more than 4 million followers, he can speak Korean, English and Mandarin. Playing well with languages, he can even speak Japanese and Thai?!

"I asked my friends to help write them!", this is more reasonable, else this man will be too flawless.

"I want everyone to know what kind of person I am: friendly, interesting and sincere." So he continued to not depend on the translator, trying his best to express himself, letting others find the real him between the languages.

"Everyone knows that the Korean entertainment industry is very strict with Korean celebrities, fortunately my managers trust me very much; they know what kind of person I am, I like to express myself and they let me express myself freely."

Debuting in 2005 then he sang and danced. Members of the same group have their own schedules and they sometimes gather to perform together. 2 years ago, he started getting Chinese films and dramas, right now is like half a Chinese industry celebrity. This year, the 10 brothers gathered to have their concerts and also to mark their 9th anniversary.

"I like to be with my partners. After the concert, we celebrated SJ 9th anniversary with colleagues from Hongkong and designers. We had some red wine and visited a pub I like very much in Tsim Sha Tsui. Then we had some soju and beer, we are always like this when we have beer, drink it in one shot!"

He also joked that 9 years has too long. "I don't want to play with them, haha! I see them too much, and we are starting to get old, what is there to play,..."

He was gesturing a lot when talking about it, he treasures them even though he said 'no'.

"We have very different thinking but we chat a lot, I prefer to be the listener. If I am to choose the one that I communicate with the most, it will probably be Leeteuk, we get along well, he is the leader."

Especially recently he has been working a lot on movies, "Everyone has a kind of connection in the movie industry, our thinking is the same." He is even a workaholic that doesn't want to rest.

"I will prepare for the next job if I have no work."

Each SJ member will have holidays of a week to 10 days every 6 months. Siwon's habit is to keep his behaviour in check even during play. "I only rest during my holidays, have some beer or champagne. Going to a party and getting drunk is not relax, I think resting for 5 minutes or 30 minutes after work is relaxing. Am I weird?"

This is the 2nd time for Siwon to be on the cover of ELLE MEN. He expressed that he is more excited this time than previously when the shot was done in Korea, and the staff in Hongkong is friendlier than those in Korea. A total of 6 sets of clothes, separated into the 1st and 2nd half. Half of them are flowery and the half is classic winter wear. It is obvious that Siwon prefers the latter, he become more enthusiastic as the shoot continues.

"I don't like shopping, but I will get those clothes that can be worn for many years. Like the sweater and shoes that I am wearing now."

The shoes that he is wearing now were bought from USA and he has been wearing them for 8 years. He will definitely wear them every time he goes overseas, the reason being he wants to give each of them a story.

"Like this bracelet, it was handmade by a man in Isreal, there is only one in this world, it's unique, seeing it is like seeing the shadow of the designer and his thoughts." Every time he wears it to a place, it will have another story. More importantly. the clothes must fit, the colours are important too, you will never be bored with black, white and blue.

"Of course this doesn't include handphones. Handphone is the only thing that I change often."

He doesn't care too much about fashion, or actually he just looks good in everything he wears. Or maybe we can put it this way, he doesn't want to own things without thoughts, just like his love.

Previously when we interviewed Siwon on ELLE MEN, Siwon said that he is too busy to date. This time he has another explanation, "I have time for dating but I didn't come across someone that I want to love; The person I am waiting for, the person that I want to love, my ideal type, is someone that will treat my family well, and someone that has good relationship with her family. She will be a good bridge between my family and her family.Yes, I have always been waiting."

Romance has always been a taboo for Korean stars. So it was surprising that different members are revealing their relationships this year. Like SJ's Sungmin who is getting married soon. Everyone is concern about their romance and everyone said that Siwon's is the top choice as a boyfriend for girls. This is undeniable, but we are surprise that he is more like a good husband.

"People in this generation often only care about their own work, only think about themselves, neglecting their family, no time? No. No heart. They didn't love their family life."

Indeed, he is a family man, 2 bonus points added to him for bringing his mum to Hongkong this time.

"I wanted to see her more, both of us are busy but we try to see each other and spend time together; I always want her to come see me if I have performances overseas."

Most importantly, it's for his mum to take a break. "Women, especially mothers, need time for themselves, because they often take care of the family and accompany husbands, they will want to have more private time."

How can this man worry about not having love?

Lastly we talked about this year's Christmas. He already answered before I get to ask, "Christmas working, no vacation!"

It's time to work again, reminding us, "You know there are many awards ceremonies and performances in Korea during this time of the year. Right now I need to prepare 1 Chinese drama, 4 movies, the concert tour which just started, 2 albums and other schedules and CFs, so... no time!"

Doing volunteer work with family and then have lunch together, play with his dog Bugsy... maybe all these can only be done when he retires. When talking about Chrsitmas presents, he gave a surprising answer. "Presents, it will be the best to give money! My family will like it very much (joking)! Especially for mum. I will give her shopping vouchers or air ticket but the best present should be spending Christmas with them. Fans don't have to give me presents, just give me a receipt of donation for charity."

Recently I saw a Korean variety show, Super Idol Chart Show, which shows that Siwon is very popular among Korean females between the age of 30-40. He laughed upon hearing this... "I should tell them 'Are you free tonight? Give me your number, I will call you (in Cantonese)' of course I am grateful to them!" Siwon attracts noonas? He said he is just growing up with fans, just like the sunbaes Jackie Chan and Andy Lau, growing up and getting the acknowledgement from the elders. This might be the moment that Siwon has been waiting for.

Women's Central - Heechul P2/2

 

I have been curious from just now, how do the members get along?

The bands in the past are formed by people who have the same interest but idol groups are kids who don't know each other being put together. It doesn't matter if we have the same interest, there will definitely be conflicts within the group. The question is how to resolve the conflicts. We must have some conflicts first before we can develop a relationship. SJ has more members so even if there are quarrels, at most they will fight to solve the problem. If 2 members of a 5-6 members group fight, the other kids will not know what to do. But if 2 members of our group fight, the rest, 9-10 of us, will continue to play. Though it might be awkward at first, they will make up as we play.

What kind of fights?

I heard that there isn't a a group that fights like us. We said in broadcasts too that there were direct quarrels.. we talked about slapping each other too. Doing so (fighting) reduces misunderstandings. After our relationship gets deeper, quarrel will lessen.

Never fought over money before?

The amount of money we get for each member is the same so we never fight over money. We just take our own portion. But like I did War of Words alone, the pay from that will go to me. The pay from concerts is unconditionally 1/n (divided equally).

When was SJ the most popular?

2009 dduring Sorry Sorry. At that time we consecutively got number 1 on the charts in Taiwan. After that for the next 3 years, our albums got number 1 in Taiwan too.

You must have made a lot of money.

I spent a lot of it away. Because I bought a weird piece of land and got cheated.

So your asset is 50million? 100million?

Aye~! Let's skip this question. If you keep doing this I will go to a rival company and tell them everything that I didn't say here. And I will tell them everything I said in Women's Central is not true! I am done for if I reveal that here or talk about money.

Hahaha, ok I know.. But the money you make also have ups and downs?

Of course, I make more when we release albums or have concerts but I don't get anything during enlistment. Actually SJ was at its peak when I was doing military service.

Why did you got to the army at the best moment to make money?

Because I was impatient. People around me advised me to go later but I still went in like that. I hated it that I had to go to the Army office every time I go for overseas shows, so I thought I might as well enlist. Even the company can't stop me. I went into public service because of my injury from an accident. I went in quietly and came out quietly.

How is the life of public service?

Others might read/study a lot in these 2 years and received certifications, but for me, I only think about not being in other people's sight and to not create troubles. Because I don't want to attract attention, I wore simple clothes and took the subway to and from work.

Even so, I think many people found out?

Even those elders who don't know that I am a SJ member will look at me. Because I am handsome. (laughs) The funny thing is, those people who saw me when I am working were quiet. "Omo, Heechul ssi, hi," just like that, ended. But when it is time to knock off, if 2 or 3 people recognize me, they will go like "Oh Kim Heechul! Kim Heechul!" Those people whom I bumped into when I am going to work are sometimes the same as those peopl I bumped into when I knock off. But they are quiet when they are going to work and they will ask to take photos together when they knock off, it was a total change. Those who go to restaurants or pubs alone will not be involved with scandals. Those who hangout with women will create scandals.

Looks like many fan went to look for you at Sungdong Office.

It was like this at first. But my thinking was 'I am a public soldier now, I am not a celebrity during enlistment' so I told those fans who came "It cause inconvenience for me if you come like this. Don't come anymore" And they really stopped coming. My fans are obedient and look after me well.

I heard that fans are obedient because you are scary.

Because they know my temper (laughs). But that was all in the past, I have changed a lot.

Looks like you felt a lot of emotions during public service.

Loving my job, thankful for the present, thoughts like this. In the past, I will have bad mood if someone asked me for my autograph in a restaurant, I will not eat and just leave while nagging. Nobody likes to be interrupted during meals. No manners (laughs). But while working in the district, many people asked for photos and autographs and  I gave them. My way of thinking has changed a lot. To me it isn't something that is tiring, but to others, it is something that will become a precious memory. I reflected a lot on my past.

Men becomes more matured when they come back from the army.

Aiya~ but it will be uninteresting if a celebrity becomes matured. I want to be immature in an appropriate way. I can't get into trouble. I want to live as happily as I can within the laws of Korea.

I mean something like this.

Even the way one looks at women changes after the army.

The way I look at women is the same from before to now. I like those who are elegant and pretty. Because my character is like a blade so it is best if I find a woman who is like a sheath. She can slowly guide me, age doesn't matter. 

Looks doesn't matter?

I don't look at face and height. But I look at the figure, I like girls with nice legs.

Looks like you have met a lot of women.

Not a lot, but just right. I don't always have a girlfriend. My longest relationship was 5 months. Actually I am the kind who doesn't like to meet women. Up to middle school, I only played computer games. I only know about the female characters in games. I have no feelings for real-life women. To be honest, the female characters in games are prettier. But I have a little more feeling of wanting to get in a relationship after 30 years old. If I were to get into a relationship,  I want to date with a normal girl. Holding hands on the street, doing things like how normal couples do.

But then everyone can still recognize you.

Of course there will be some sacrifice. Even so, compared to both being celebrities, the attention from the media will still be smaller if she is a normal person. Recently my fans have been telling me to stop playing games and get married. Told me not to slip into the game characters and prefers me to meet a real girl instead. I am thankful to my fans, I have brought a lot of troublesome matters to them. When I took photos with women, or when I talk about women in broadcasts, no matter how cool my fans are, there are still possibilities that they dislike it. However they have been very understanding, I am really thankful.

Didn't you have any special impressions of any fans?

Hahahaha... but those fans that I remember have already gotten married. I even sent them flowers. The relationship with my fans is even higher than of working colleagues and family. No matter what happens, we will still move forward hand in hand. Actually I can't talk well and I have a short temper too but fans have been taking care of this immature oppa, I am really thankful.

You like kids a lot? Recently in Superman Returns, you took good care of the kids.

In the past I used formal language with the kids, I didn't know what to do. But those kids who were born recently are really cute. I am also very curious how pretty a kid who looks like me will be. So I told my mum I want to quickly have a child but I don't want to get married. Mum said I am crazy. Marriage is really a very far away topic. I am not familiar with dating, how can I be responsible to a woman? I am not confident yet. I would rather co-habitat first and if both of us get along then we get married, it doesn't sound too bad like this.

You are very honest, but no matter what, you do have thoughts to get married.

Because I am immature, I can't date a girl for a long time. I didn't do well too but I want to get married. After dating, it there are thoughts of getting married, we will get married naturally.

How will you treat a woman?

I will just do whatever I want, that's why I didn't have a relationship for a long time. I never lie or say empty words. On my girlfriend's birthday I even told her 'We are not married, why do I need to give a gift?' Just like this, I hurt the girl's feelings. I won't get married instantly, we must date and then get married naturally. But I seem to spoil it too early. I think maybe expressions are important. When the girl makes me a lunchbox, even if it's tasteless, maybe I have to tell a white lie ans say it's delicious.

You are the kind that can express love.

I am the kind that can look after someone from the back. There was once when I fell sick, my girlfriend brought me a lunchbox. While eating I was thinking 'my girlfriend traveled so far for me, this isn't good'. So from then on I never tell her when I was sick. I don't want her to be worried for me. When my girlfriend is sick, I will let her rest, I will leave the medicines at her doorstep and leave. I was afraid that if I asked her to come out to get the medicine, she will feel burdened. I hate the idea of male chauvinist.

That is quite manly. Then how would you like girls to express themselves?

In the past, I hate it when others try to restrict me. I don't like it when company or parents try to restrict me but it's different with a girlfriend. Calling each other in the morning to chat, calling each other when going out, it's really interesting. I felt restricted when I first did that, isn't there a song 'Sweet Restrictions', I like that kind...

Have you prepared surprises for girls before?

On the 100th day anniversary with my girlfriend, I booked a restaurant, put up some balloons and smoke, play some music in the background, a surprise like this. I had a bad fight with her the day before, so I rented the restaurant in the last minute. I was quite lost and didn't know what to do so I just curled up and didn't dare to look at my girlfriend's eyes. It was my first time doing such a thing since I was born. I want to tell my guy friends, the effect of a project like this can only last for a week. In the end it's still better to treat her well consistently.

Even if it was rented in the last minute, a surprise like this is not bad.

Hong Seok-cheon hyung was the one who came up with this idea. And that was his shop. If I am dating, it will be good to date a normal girl. Walking on the streets, hand in hand, I want to do stuff like what other normal dating couples do.

When did you first start dating a girl?

When I was 22 and was still a trainee. She was older than me. We broke up after seeing each other for 2 weeks. We went to DVD room to watch Lion King. When I am reading manga or playing games, I really hate to have people walking around me or touching me. There was a sad scene and I was going to cry but my girlfriend kept caressing me, so I turned my face away, after that we broke up.

It's a little unbelievable, sounds like an idol's answer.

It's true! Hyung, I was too childish at that time.

You prefer games and movies to girlfriends?

There was once I broke up with a celebrity girlfriend over computer games. "Oppa, do you like games or do you like me?" I replied "I like both." "What? Oppa, how can you say this?", "It doesn't mean you like me" and then she got angry and wanted a break up so we broke up.

Are you still playing games?

Of course, recently I am playing LOL with Lee Minho of The Heirs. We can't meet up so we just went back to our respective homes. After schedules, I connect my computer, Minho is often there. We will open the chatroom and chat there while playing.

You have said before that it's better to invest in game characters because they won't leave you unless you delete the game. 

I said this in a broadcast before. Although i got 'bashed' by many females, I have also given hope to many people who likes to stay in. When I was doing the radio broadcast, my female fans decreased and male fans increased. There was once when Girl's Days came over as guests for Valentine's Day special and they said that they will make chocolates in the past for their boyfriends and the boyfriends loved it. So I told them "They are all lying. I told them boys prefer gas vouchers or gift vouchers over chocolates. I really got scolded by many female listeners but the male listeners cheer for me.

You will go to any game broadcasts?

I have been to Gamenet League of Legend broadcast, I am Carry, before. I did some commentation and also played the game. Although I did the commenting for 4 hours, it was really fun. I was afraid that the TV station might be worried of my fees so I didn't go get the money.  During meal gathering, I also paid for the bill. Actually I really want to be On Gamenet MC. But there are many circumstances which I can't anticipate so I didn't do it. Next time if there is a chance, I must try it.

The company doesn't object this? Super Junior's Kim Heechul hosting a game show.

The words I hate most is 'Why did you appear in such a show?' or 'Why did you meet such a low class person?' We work together so where does all this grading come from? In this world I hate talks about 'classes' the most. 'You have lowered your class,' then I will say 'So what? no matter where I am, who I am with, I am still Kim Heechul.' If I can, I really want to do everything that I want to do.

How do you manage your human network?

I don't manage it. I just hangout with people who gets along with me. A lot of celebrities hide things from each other and cares about 'classes' so it's hard to get close, but I am not like this. I am honest and I don't like to lie. Those close to me includes Ma Dongsuk, Cho SeHo, Son Dambi, Taeyeon, Park shinhye etc. Regardless of gender, we are drinking buddies. I will meet with good actors, good singers and good comedians, none of those around me cares about 'classes'.

Looks like everything you do is 4 dimensional and you have your own way of thinking.

One of the reason why I live in the dorm is because I love to play. When I drink too much in a banquet or gathering... in occasions like these, there will definitely be women. When I drank too much, women will come over and do aegyo and say 'Can't we drink more in Oppa's house?' If I am living alone, there might be more cases like this, so living in a dorm really suits me.

Are you telling me that there are women who will tell men that they want to drink in their homes?

There are really a lot, hyung you have never encounter this?

This is the difference between an idol and a middle age man. In my life, when I was young and still single, I have never heard of 'let's go drink more in your home' before. 

For Kim Heechul, phrases like 'the world of 4 dimensions' and 'full of confidence' have been following you.

Because it is the truth. To be honest, during my debut period, anyone around me will feel annoyed and burdened by me. But being a DJ, meeting many people, it has taught me how to judge situations. My bipolar may have impacted negatively on some broadcasts. After knowing this, I will work harder towards a more positive direction, seems like my personality has changed too. I also have more feelings after finishing my military service and coming back 

What do you think your charm is?

The sense of surprise. To be able to see something unexpected, isn't that interesting? When I just debuted, some say I look like Japanese. But then they found out that I grew up in Gangwon-do, a man who looks like a girl but has a frank character and can drink well, many people like the sense of surprise like this.

Which one do you like best between singing, variety, acting, DJ and MC?

I feel happiest to be a singer. Especially when I hear the explosive screams from the fans during concerts. This sense of excitement can only be felt on stage together with fans. So no matter where I go, I will say that I am a Super Junior and a singer.

When will Super Junior comeback?

This year we will have a new album as well as a world tour. And it is Super Junior's 10th anniversary. We are often energetic, this time we will be able to do very well too. I wish that Super Junior will always be happy. This is a battle concerning how far we can move forward. When I was little, I thought that it is most important to be handsome and charming but from some point onwards, I felt that this is all useless.

To Kim Heechul, Super Junior is...

In the beginning when there were 13 members in the group, people asked what do we have left after dividing it (profits) between 13 people. A lot of talks like this. But the truth is, our existence cannot be bought with money. When we go to TV stations, or anywhere else, we will be proud. Super Junior is not a job for me, it is a harbour where I can rest. Other than the members, who can accept me when I throw a tantrum when I am in a bad mood? Anyone can accept me when I make noises in a good mood. I become more careful when I get more popular but I don't have to be like this with the members. Sometimes I go naked and I don't close the door when I shower, just open the door and go in. I think it's good to have a relationship like this. The members' existence is now something I cannot be without in my life.

Lastly tell us your plans.

I am thankful to be able to get into the company despite always creating troubles in school. My parents are also happy with  my current success. I feel proud when my parents are happy to see me on variety shows. When I am tired, I often think about what I will be if I am not a celebrity. I am not someone will plan far into the future. I am someone who plans for the future like what I am planning now for tomorrow to do my best.

Source: loveheenim