Why EXO’s D.O. Couldn’t Use The Bathroom While Filming Latest Movie

The art of filmmaking often demands unwavering dedication and, sometimes, unexpected sacrifices from its actors. This has never been truer than for EXO‘s D.O., also known as Do Kyungsoo, who faced some unique challenges while filming the highly anticipated 2023 South Korean space survival film, The Moon.

Directed by the critically acclaimed Kim Yong Hwa, The Moon paints the intense and harrowing tale of South Korea’s maiden crewed lunar exploration endeavor.

While the narrative itself is gripping — encompassing disastrous explosions, doomed spaceflights, and nail-biting rescue missions — one aspect of the film’s production has fans and cinema-goers buzzing with curiosity following an interview: Why on earth couldn’t D.O. use the bathroom?

To shed light on this curious situation, let’s delve into D.O.’s role in the film.

He portrays Hwang Sun Woo, a valiant space crew member. Sun Woo’s character arc is both physically and emotionally demanding. His mission to the moon witnesses a tragic explosion, and subsequently, he’s left alone and stranded in space, desperate to return home.

These circumstances called for D.O. to don a spacesuit — a quintessential element of any space-themed film, offering a sense of authenticity and immersion.

But here’s where things took an intriguing turn. D.O. candidly opened up about his experiences wearing the spacesuit in a recent interview.

When I first put on the spacesuit, I thought, ‘This is unbelievable.’

— EXO’s D.O.

However, the excitement of slipping into a piece of cinematic history was soon tempered by the realities of the suit’s design.

First of all, it was too heavy, and there were too many restrictions on movement.

— EXO’s D.O.

But the most buzzworthy disclosure was yet to come. D.O. candidly shared that one of the biggest difficulties that came with the suit was how it restricted him from using the bathroom.

I couldn’t even go to the restroom, and it was also difficult to overcome the heat.

— EXO’s D.O.

This revelation provides a glimpse into the dedication and resilience of the actor. While the heavy, restricting suit might have brought authenticity on-screen, it was anything but comfortable off-screen.

THE MOON MONTH HELLOO. KYUNGSOO BACK ON THE BIG SCREEN LET’S GOOO pic.twitter.com/qjFkwuYKx9

— klau ✵ (@kokokbop) August 1, 2023

The inability to use the bathroom, coupled with battling sweltering heat, paints a vivid picture of the sacrifices made in the pursuit of cinematic excellence. While fans see a lone astronaut navigating the vastness of space, behind the scenes, D.O. was navigating his own challenges, all while delivering a stellar performance.

As audiences across the globe revel in the gripping narrative of “The Moon,” they can now appreciate not just the stellar storyline and performances but also the unseen challenges that contributed to the film’s authenticity.

Thus, next time you witness Sun Woo’s breathtaking journey across the cosmic abyss, spare a thought for D.O. — who not only embodied his character’s spirit but also withstood the physical discomforts of a very real spacesuit.