[컬처인사이드] 김남길이 넓혀온 길…"혼자서만 할 수 있는 건 없죠" / YTN

[Anchor] From filming popular dramas to producing films for young people preparing for independence, it seems like actor Kim Nam-gil has the busiest schedule of the year. Reporter Song Jae-in met with Kim Nam-gil, who has steadily expanded his path as an actor and NGO representative. [Reporter] Thanks to his cheerful and bubbly personality, Kim Nam-gil felt comfortable in his second encounter with Kim Hae-il from "The Fiery Priest" as if he were wearing his own clothes. [Kim Nam-gil / Actor: Is this the kind of character that Kim Nam-gil and I can relate to in any way? It was a character that allowed me to act more comfortably… Could it be said that it was wonderful to see him in a happier light in Season 2?] His acting career has spanned over 20 years, leading to his current level of comfort. From his rookie days under the stage name "Lee Han" to the instant recognition of "top star" with "Queen Seondeok"? But back then, in his 20s, Kim Nam-gil's gaze was set on the downhill slope that unfolded beneath the radiant glory. [Kim Nam-gil / Actor: Actually, even back then, I was already preparing for the descent. Just when I thought, 'This is so great,' or 'I've achieved so much,' another hardship would clearly arise. So, to avoid those hardships, I'd try to be a little less excited. 'Wouldn't it be okay if I didn't get so swayed by it?' I used to think like that a bit when I was younger...] Thanks to the composure I'd cultivated early on, I was finally able to enjoy the two Grand Prizes I received in my 30s and 40s as gifts. It was possible because I treated the main characters not as myself, but as those I worked with and loved. [Kim Nam-gil / Actor: It's easy to get carried away and think, 'I did a good job, so I'm getting recognition,' but I wasn't at that age. From a young age, I had that kind of training, that 'Shouldn't this be okay?' Perhaps it's because I've been constantly thinking about these things... . I believe that acting and receiving the love I receive today are possible because so many people have a stake in it... ] The idea that "there's nothing I can do alone" has become Kim Nam-gil's acting creed. [Kim Nam-gil / Actor: I've spent a lot of time analyzing roles, but the moment my co-star utters a single line, I often realize, "Oh, all my worries were pointless." When we work together, the answers come to me.] This broadened perspective has led me to society. To fulfill my minimal responsibility for the love I've received, I've been serving as the representative of the NGO "Gilstory" for 12 years. [Kim Nam-gil / Actor: I think I started thinking about using my influence well, rather than for good. I thought, "Once I start earning enough money to meet people and buy them meals, I'll start looking around." And I also thought it would be nice if everyone could live well together... ] The NGO "Gilstory," which began by sharing the stories of people encountered on the street, has become a guide, offering guidance on everything from ancient roads boasting a long history to the elderly in medically underserved areas and how to care for animals in need. Recently, they produced the film "How to Open the Door," which focuses on young people preparing for independence, offering a simple message of support to those involved. [Kim Nam-gil / Actor: "It's not like 'The world isn't that easy.' It's not like the world you think it is,' but rather, 'I hope we can walk together so we don't feel alone. We'll be together, and you can just walk together as if we're holding your hands.'" Kim Nam-gil, who frequently uses the word "together" when describing his acting career and charitable activities, portrays the road he longs to look back on in his final moments. [Kim... (omitted) ▶ Original article: https://www.ytn.co.kr/replay/view.php... ▶ Report: https://mj.ytn.co.kr/mj/mj_write.php ▣ Subscribe to YTN YouTube Channel: http://goo.gl/Ytb5SZ ⓒ YTN. Unauthorized reproduction, redistribution, and use of AI data are prohibited.