Lee Jun Ki talks about his weight loss for 'Scarlet Heart: Ryeo' + popularity

By yckim124 Thursday, August 11, 2016 32,627 4,414 0

During an interview with Chinese media outlet Sina, Lee Jun Ki talked about his upcoming drama 'Scarlet Heart: Ryeo' and his popularity.

The actor revealed his weight loss for the drama and explained, "The director wanted me to have a sharp vibe like an injured animal . So I went on a diet for 5-6 months and lost 15kg (~33lbs). It was for my drama but I became more healthy and my fans loved it so I think it was a good choice. I also feel like I am getting rewarded for the tough times during dieting."

To the question about his long-lasting popularity, Lee Jun Ki commented, "I'm not exactly sure what my charms are, but I think they like me because they love my productions and were touched by them." He added, "Not just my productions, but I am happy that Korean dramas in general receive a lot of love. I think I am living in a blessed time and it also makes me think I need to work harder."

Saori13 • Friday, August 12, 2016

He was already slim, so 15 kg is way too much. Please Junki, go back to your healthy self. It doesn't suit you at all.

aroha • Thursday, August 11, 2016

I really like Lee Jun Ki but I'm calling BS on his belief that his fans liked his weight loss. His IG and twitter have been full of fan comments, for months, saying You're too thin; Please eat more =(

mm82 aroha • Thursday, August 11, 2016

but a lot also say he looks good... specially the younger ones and even some who don't really know about his career. For me it looks like he doesn't want nor accept he's not a 20 years old boy, which is sad because he's a real talented actor.

Stanleyy123 • Thursday, August 11, 2016

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mm82 • Thursday, August 11, 2016

so sad, another victim of eating disorders. A diet doesn't have to be tough, I know it by myself as I am losing weight without starving, it's just learning what to eat and when. And second, a restrictive diet never build muscles, again I know it because with all the medical control I have I lost a few percentage of muscle and was adviced to increase protein a bit. A diet to increase muscles has to increase some foods and exercise but never the opposite. He looks extremely skinny, with arms and legs like a pencil, I'm worried for his health.