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March 06, 2006
Song sings love tuneKorean drama queen Song Hye-kyo makes her debut on the big screen in My Girl and I, reports Peter Yap

Song Hye-kyo gained a wide following in Asia with her leading roles in the hit television drama series, Autumn in My Heart and Full House, the latter also starring singer and actor Rain. Full House turned the 24-year-old actress into an idol to her legion of fans in Asia.
According to a website in Thailand, Song not only has a huge male following but also many female fans who have rated her "the most popular Korean actress". Her popularity has made her a favourite among Korea's brand-name companies to act in their commercials.
This month, Song will be making her debut on the big screen in Malaysia in the film, My Girl and I, directed by Jeon Yun-sun. It also stars Cha Tae-hyun, Lee Soon-jae, Kim Hae-sook, Han Myeong-gu, Kim Young-joon, Song Chang ui and Park Hyo-jun.
Song and Cha were in Kuala Lumpur last week to promote the film. In person, Song is attractive and exudes a natural charm. When she smiles, she can make any man's heart go aflutter. No wonder she has the world of television under her spell.
Said the actress: "I'm really happy to know that I have so many people supporting me. I'm happy to have starred in my first film. I also got to work with Cha. This film has left a lasting impression on me." Cha, 30, added: "Song is a beautiful and talented actress. We `clicked' on the set and everything went smoothly."
Director Jeon said in his production notes: "My Girl and I is a story about the first love of Su-ho (Cha) and Sueun (Song) who are highschool students.
"Everybody experiences the feelings of first love once, but nobody can experience it twice, and we can only keep and cherish those memories.
"I wanted to show the most beautiful love of our lives, in the most beautiful way. I wish (for) My Girl and I (to) bring the excitement of first love back to its viewers."
Song revealed that the most memorable scene in the film was when they kissed.
Apparently, they had to do that `first kiss' repeatedly with takes from various angles and for CG (computer-generated) effects, so shooting went on from evening until dawn the next day.
Despite this being her first film, Song is not nervous about the audience's response. "There is not much difference between acting in films or dramas ... just that films take up a lot more time (to produce)" she added.
Song became interested in doing films after working on Full House. "I felt it was time to move on (from doing dramas) and to experience working on films."
As for her role in My Girl and I, the actress did not base her acting on any past relationships.
"It's just a film. I wasn't thinking of my first love. I've also worked on dramas which dwelled on the same subject before."
Though she is satisfied with her performance, Song believes there is still room for improvement.
"I hope people will watch the movie and am keen to win an award through this film. I don't mind winning the best newcomer this year, although there are many equally capable newcomers out there."
My Girl and I will be screened in local cinemas from March 23.