The summer warmth surrounds the space, but a refreshingly cool, still, and composed quality punctuates the air. It is a balmy afternoon in Singapore, and actor and Men’s Folio’s April 2025 cover star Park Bo Gum has just touched down. Hot on the heels of the hype around his latest acting work in the Netflix K-Drama series When Life Gives You Tangerines, the celebrated South Korean actor has arrived in Singapore to christen CELINE’s newest space in Ion Orchard.
Ahead of his appearance and following our cover shoot together, Men’s Folio caught the actor in between his packed itinerary for a five-question catch-up. To glean just about everything and anything about Park Bo Gum’s methodological routines of getting ready, read our exclusive interview with the actor and scroll on to see exclusive, never-before-seen images of the actor at work.
Hi Bogum! What can’t you leave home without?
My phone, a CELINE wallet, and lip balm.
And what is a must-have item for you from CELINE?
My CELINE wallet.
What is your go-to scent?
PARADE.
What are you wearing today?
The cardigan I’m wearing features vertical stripes in different shades of grey and white.
What are some pre-show/appearance routines you have?
The day before an event, I drink coconut water or milk. On the day of the event, I do cardio on an empty stomach and drink plenty of water.
Photographer Kim Han Na
Stylist Kim Han Seul
Hair Lee Enoc
Grooming Kim Sung Hye
Production Kim Mi Kang
Location Ritz-Carlton, Millenia Singapore
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