Park Seo Joon Becomes A Pro At Rejecting — Here’s How To Reject According To The Top Star

Actor Park Seo Joon revealed an unexpected struggle he faced after becoming a top star—and it has nothing to do with acting.

Park Seo Joon | @bn_sj2013/Instagram

On December 12, Park Seo Joon appeared on a live broadcast on producer Na Yeong Seok‘s (also known as Na PD) YouTube Channel Fullmoon.

Na PD (left) and Park Seo Joon (middle) during the livestream. | Channel Fullmoon/YouTube

Park Seo Joon is an undeniable top star, having been a part of successful productions, such as She Was Pretty, Itaewon Class, What’s Wrong With Secretary Kim, and most recently, Concrete Utopia and The Marvels.

Park Seo Joon in “The Marvels” | Marvel Studios

With each production, Park Seo Joon has gained countless fans globally and expressed his gratitude to his passionate fans.

When I think about it, those who like me are not idol fans. I have fans who always support me, and when I see them, I can’t help but work hard. I’m so thankful. The energy and love they give to one person are amazing. It’s surprising that that they can give unconditional love. I think, ‘Who am I that these people are rooting for me?’

— Park Seo Joon

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He then revealed what he struggles with these days as an actor: rejecting offers for productions.

These days, rejecting proposed projects is the most difficult. I’m very thankful for the offers for great productions, but I’d rather audition [than go through this].

— Park Seo Joon

Park Seo Joon in “Concrete Utopia.” | @bn_sj2013/Instagram

Park Seo Joon further explained why he had to reject so many offers.

Recently, with the introduction of the 52-hour workweek system, it takes almost a year for one project. So, rejecting is something I have to do, but the process is very difficult.

— Park Seo Joon

However, from his experience rejecting numerous offers, Park Seo Joon learned a “tip” for rejecting.

But I learned something. Rejection must be done quickly. Holding onto the script for two to three weeks is not a courtesy to the producers.

— Park Seo Joon

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In 2018, the government reduced the maximum work hours from 68 to 52. In November of this year, the government decided to maintain the current 52-hour workweek system after analyzing the results of a survey of 6,030 workers, employers, and the general public. The 52 hours comprise 40 regular hours with 12 hours of possible overtime.