Han So-hee's unexpected slip of the tongue to Sohn Suk-hee

Actress Han So-hee turned a live radio broadcast into a scene of laughter due to an unexpected slip of the tongue while facing Choi Min-sik and Sohn Suk-hee. While continuing a candid conversation in front of the veteran actor and the broadcasting industry elder, Han realized her joke was somewhat excessive and immediately bowed her head in apology. Sohn also skillfully handled the situation with his characteristic calm manner.

On the 17th, Choi Min-sik and Han So-hee, the leading actors of the film "The Intern," appeared on Munhwa Broadcasting Corporation radio's "Sohn Suk-hee at Noon." The broadcast drew significant interest as it naturally moved beyond discussions about the work to cover the generational differences between the two actors, their working styles, and the relationships formed on set.

The conversation began with a question about what Choi had learned from his junior colleague, Han. Sohn asked Choi, "Is there anything you have learned from actress Han So-hee outside of films? I heard you suggested filming without rank."

Choi condensed his feelings toward Han into the word "youth." He said, "There is something I envy. It is youth. I envy the raw, clear energy that can only come from a young person."

The fact that a veteran actor found the strength of his junior in her "youth" well illustrated the generational atmosphere of the conversation. Choi has long represented the Korean film industry, being evaluated for his acting that delves deep into a character's inner self and his strong command of the set. On the other hand, Han is an actress who has been demonstrating the sensibilities and expressive styles of her generation by moving between dramas and films in a relatively short period.

While listening to this conversation, Sohn remarked to Han, "I am a bit older than actor Choi Min-sik." When Han showed a surprised expression, Sohn added, "There is no need to find it strange. From our respective perspectives, we envy each other."

It was at this moment that the problematic remark occurred.

While responding to Sohn's comment with a "Thank you," Han suddenly said, "Because there is no order in passing." She uttered an expression commonly used to mean that there is no chronological order to death at an unexpected moment.

Realizing instantly that her words might sound somewhat blunt to Sohn, who is both a senior and the host, Han immediately bowed her head and apologized, saying, "I am sorry." She showed signs of embarrassment, even waving her hands, while Sohn burst into laughter watching this.

Sohn settled the atmosphere by retorting, "You shouldn't say things like that." By responding with a joke rather than reprimanding her, he concluded the situation in a way that turned Han's momentary slip of the tongue into the highlight of the day's broadcast.

In particular, this scene drew attention as a happening created when Han's characteristic honest and direct way of speaking met the unpredictable environment of a live broadcast. While broadcasts often use refined expressions according to a script, in live radio, the immediate reactions and tone of the participants are revealed as they are. On this day, Han also showed how her words came out before her thoughts, followed by an immediate attempt to rectify her expression.

The relationship between Choi and Han was also a major pillar of the broadcast. Choi revealed that Han had strongly expressed her intention to appear in the project during the preparation process.

He stated, "To be honest, there were a few actors considered, but Han So-hee expressed the strongest opinion that she wanted to do it." To this, Han explained, "I thought about how often I might get the chance to meet senior Choi Min-sik through a project in my life, so I dove in without hesitation."

For Han, "The Intern" was not just another project. It is interpreted that she placed significance on the opportunity itself to work on a single project with a great senior actor who would be difficult to meet easily in her acting career.

In particular, Choi has established himself as a representative character actor in Korean cinema, moving through intense genres and characters in films such as "Oldboy," "I Saw the Devil," "The Admiral: Roaring Currents," and "New World." For Han, working with Choi was likely perceived as an important experience to expand her acting range.

Han also cited the "catering truck" as another joy she felt on the filming set. Having relatively little film experience, she said, "Since I don't have much experience in films, the catering truck was unfamiliar. I felt that it was really great that all the actors eat together."

She added that the culture of eating together on set carries meaning beyond just a meal. Film shoots often last for long periods, and because actors and staff share significant time in a limited space, mealtime serves as an important daily mechanism for members to relax and build relationships.

The fact that Han viewed this experience as special suggests that in choosing projects and experiencing sets, she focuses not only on her screen time or character but also on the meaning of collaborative work and relationships with fellow actors.

In this broadcast, the relationship between the two actors also drew attention for being a form of mutual inspiration that transcends generational gaps. Choi discovered the "raw, clear energy" unique to youth in Han, while Han accepted the mere fact of working with Choi as a vital acting experience. This differs from the typical senior-junior relationship where one side teaches and the other learns.

Furthermore, the conversation between 70-year-old Sohn and Han in her early 30s naturally revealed the differences in generational linguistic sensibilities. Han's impromptu joke and Sohn's restrained response captured the vivid immediacy inherent to the radio medium.

Ultimately, Han's remark was closer to an impulsive joke than intentional disrespect, and she immediately recognized and apologized for it. Sohn also accepted it with laughter, preventing the situation from becoming uncomfortable.

Rather, this brief happening remains a moment that showcases both the generational connection surrounding "The Intern" and Han's honest personality. Interest continues to grow regarding what kind of acting evolution Han will show in her new film after receiving recognition for her "youthful" energy from Choi and providing laughter to veteran host Sohn.