So Ji-sub Remains Positive After Lack of Success in Previous TV Appearances

So Ji-sub has returned to the small screen after an absence of two-and-a-half years with a new TV series which began airing on Thursday.

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In the series "Terius Behind Me", he took on a seemingly lighter role of a former intelligence agent-turned babysitter, than mostly serious roles in dramas or films he previously appeared in. "Looking after children was harder than any violent action scenes", he laughed.

A couple of his TV appearances recently weren't that impressive, as they failed to garner viewers' attention.

"I always do my very best, but I think the right timing and a little bit of luck is also needed", he said. "I want the new series to be something to be remembered by fans for a long time, rather than simply being obsessed with massive TV ratings", he added.

So is known for having a very relaxed lifestyle when he is off work. "Once I get paid for a new project, I start going on a diet and do a lot of workouts to prepare for possible action scenes, including Russian martial arts and Systema", he said.