Actor Lee Jong Suk has revealed that his latest role in Disney+'s "The Remarried Empress" is unlike any romantic character he has played before, describing Prince Heinrey as someone who is completely devoted to love.
On November 4, the second part of Lee Jong Suk's interview with broadcaster Ha Ji Young was released on the YouTube channel *YouTube Ha Ji Young*.
During the interview, Lee Jong Suk discussed his character Prince Heinrey, the royal figure from the Western Kingdom in Disney+'s fantasy romance drama *The Remarried Empress*.
The actor described Heinrey as *"the person most obsessed with love"* among all the male characters he has portrayed throughout his career.
His comment offered a glimpse into the character's passionate personality without revealing major details about the drama's storyline.
Lee Jong Suk also shared that he put considerable effort into capturing Heinrey's appearance, particularly his elaborate and glamorous fashion.
He explained that he worked to recreate the character's distinctive style, which plays an important role in presenting Heinrey as a charming and confident prince.
Beyond discussing his character, Lee Jong Suk also revealed details about his physical preparation.
The actor shared that he had been working on losing weight within a short period for his drama and film festival activities.
He also revealed that his fitness routine includes boxing and weight training twice a day, showing the effort he puts into maintaining his appearance and physical condition.
### Lee Jong Suk also reflects on his 13-year friendship with Ha Ji Young
Another highlight of the interview was Lee Jong Suk's longtime friendship with broadcaster Ha Ji Young.
The two have known each other for approximately 13 years, dating back to their work together on SBS's entertainment news program *One Night of TV Entertainment*.
Lee Jong Suk previously appeared on Ha Ji Young's YouTube channel when it had fewer than 500 subscribers.
Returning after about a year, he congratulated her on the channel surpassing 100,000 subscribers.
*"I think it's nice because you seem to be enjoying what you're doing,"* Lee Jong Suk told her warmly.
The two also recalled their past street interviews, bringing back memories of their longtime professional relationship.
Meanwhile, Lee Jong Suk stars alongside Shin Min Ah, Ju Ji Hoon, and Lee Se Young in *The Remarried Empress*.
The Disney+ original series follows Empress Navier, played by Shin Min Ah, and her relationship with the royal figures surrounding her, including Lee Jong Suk's Prince Heinrey.
With Lee Jong Suk describing Heinrey as his most love-driven character yet, his latest performance offers viewers a different side of the actor in the fantasy romance genre.
