On July 1, Heo Nam Joon appeared on Harper’s Bazaar Korea’s YouTube channel, where he responded to viewers’ life concerns.

One viewer, who was born in 1993 like Heo Nam Joon, asked how he copes with uncertainty about the future. The actor encouraged people not to dwell too much on fear and uncertainty. “What if you simply don’t think about it that way? It may sound unrealistic, but depending on your mindset, even heavy problems can feel lighter. I think that’s something you can train yourself to do.”

He added that if someone is genuinely struggling, they shouldn’t hesitate to seek help from friends and loved ones.

Looking back on his early career, Heo Nam Joon revealed that he always found reasons to celebrate, no matter how small the opportunity. “I was more positive than people might think,” he said. “Even when I had a tiny role, I was happy and celebrated with my friends.” He recalled throwing parties after delivering just a few lines in films such as Night in Paradise and after making his film debut in Hostage: Missing Celebrity.

Heo Nam Joon also reflected on appearing in IU’s remake music video for “Never Ending Story,” describing it as one of the most unforgettable moments of his career. “Every single day was a celebration. I celebrated every day until the day I went to the filming set. From the moment she knew that I existed in this world, I felt I had no more regrets.”

His heartfelt comments drew attention from fans, highlighting both his admiration for IU and his gratitude for every milestone throughout his acting journey.

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