Ha Ji-won goes scuba diving for Sector 7
by javabeans
Ha Ji-won‘s new movie Sector 7 is an action-thriller creature feature (think The Host at sea) that takes place on an oil rig, and as part of her training for the role, Ha was certified as a skin scuba diver.
In these photos recently released by Ha’s management, she received her license last year in Saipan, where she went to dive at some world-famous locales, including the Grotto. Apparently Ha has a fear of swimming, despite her athletic tendencies; to prepare for her diving trip to Saipan, she received a pretty hardcore training regimen from Lee Jae-hoon, member of the old pop group Cool who also happens to be a skin scuba instructor. Nice to have friends with diverse skill sets, yeah?
Diving is one of those things that intrigues and freaks the bejeezus out of me, so props to Ha Ji-won to tackling it despite her fears. And while I doubt that very much of her movie includes this skill — it’s mostly a run-from-the-monster-and-also-try-to-kill-it action flick — it’s cool to see her in action underwater.
Sector 7 releases on August 4.
Via DongA
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1 yuvee
June 24, 2011 at 2:48 PM
That looks so cool! How anyone can look good in a diving suit just beats me though
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vanillasalt
June 24, 2011 at 2:52 PM
i was thinking the same thing! She still looks awesome even though she's under water, in a diving suit, and has all that gear on. what the heck? she looks amazing.
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wow
June 25, 2011 at 9:43 PM
I think this movie/drama will be totally cool, and Ha Ji Won looks awesome!
But i just can't help thinking how these photos look photoshopped! don't get me wrong, i believe it, it just looks like it sometimes OoO
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suji
July 5, 2011 at 2:05 AM
i agree
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dom
June 24, 2011 at 11:40 PM
scuba gear makes people look more awesome.
and she wore a thin skin suit... must be really warm waters
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2 kgal
June 24, 2011 at 2:54 PM
Her dedication to go all-in in and meticulously prepare for every one of her roles is truly admirable. That's why she's one of Korea's top actresses...and my top girl crush. XD
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miyaka25
June 24, 2011 at 11:47 PM
i agree with you she is the BEST and totally AWESOME!!!
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3 bu2lee
June 24, 2011 at 3:08 PM
Wow! She has an awesome trim for a relatively new diver. Good job =)
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4 Torune
June 24, 2011 at 3:27 PM
i'm so proud of my girl!
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5 malta
June 24, 2011 at 4:05 PM
So much respect for her facing her fear. Being underwater for prolonged periods of time and deep ocean that you can't see the bottom of are two of my greatest fears.
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6 Aqua
June 24, 2011 at 4:08 PM
I heard for the whole movie she'll be doing her own stunts! So cool!!! She's such a dedicated actress and can basically act in any movie or drama. She does romance comedies, horror, action/adventure, melodrama.. she's good at everything!
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7 Birdie
June 24, 2011 at 4:14 PM
She has an amazing dedication to her craft. She is the most versatile actress out there.
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8 Aly
June 24, 2011 at 4:44 PM
If only i had a professional cameraman taking shots of me underwater....setting aside the fact that i dont have a scuba license.
she looks cool though XD
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9 Retta
June 24, 2011 at 5:07 PM
See, this is why she is a favorite of mine. Go Ha Ji-Won!
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10 mihinikki
June 24, 2011 at 5:16 PM
I just finished watching Damo this week. Ha Ji Won looked so natural in the fight/action scenes and her character Chae Ohk, didn't say a whole lot, but you could FEEL her emotions and thoughts. Her presence was that strong. Unfortunately, Secret Garden spent way more time developing Hyun Bin's character. After seeing Damo I think she was a bit wasted in SG. I hope after Sector 7 HJW will tackle something different. Wouldn't it be awesome if she were in a Hong Sister's drama next year? Idea: HJW as a boat captain that leads a group of survivors on a deserted island after shipwreck. It could be a Hong Sister's twist on Lost/Gilligan's Island/Swiss Family Robinson.
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carpetfibers
June 25, 2011 at 8:03 AM
I would watch this in a second. I love deserted island stories SO much. Also Ha Ji Won lounging around in clothes made out of palm leaves would be a huge added bonus.
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11 Isabella
June 24, 2011 at 7:21 PM
Dude, I cant even tell you how much I love Ha Ji-Won, she's like my top top favorite actress in Korean entertainment. She's so committed and that makes her special.
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12 Anonymous
June 24, 2011 at 7:27 PM
She's my favorite Kdrama actress. I am so looking forward to Sector 7.
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13 gingganggolli
June 24, 2011 at 7:40 PM
Wow she looks so comfortable on it. As if she was born to be a swimmer. I love the ocean but swimming aint easy to learn! aish!
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14 Bluefyre
June 24, 2011 at 7:48 PM
And...another addition to my inspirations list!! ^^
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15 Ladymoonstone143
June 24, 2011 at 8:20 PM
She is totally awesome. One of those actresses I love who can be totally bad ass but totally cool and pretty...:))
I wish she will have another drama...a Hong sister drama now that BL is over.
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16 Koh Tao
June 24, 2011 at 10:01 PM
Nice photos - looks like very nice diving!
Even though Ha didn't like swimming, I'm sure getting skin diving and scuba diving training will help her overcome her fears. It actually become pretty easy once you get used to it. Looking forward to the movie!
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17 Alyssa Marie Ponseca Mendoza
June 24, 2011 at 10:45 PM
like your pictures miss jeon hae-rim or gil raim
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18 dom
June 24, 2011 at 11:35 PM
hmm... is think there's no license for 'skin scuba diver'. as far as I know, there's open water diver, basic diver, advance diver etc.. anyway..
LOVE the pict! her form is great for a newly certified diver!! the looks like a novice.. love her, can't wait for her new movie..
ohyeah.. i HAVE THE SAME White/blue Scubapro RASHGUARD she wore in the first and last pict !! *stupidly bragging*
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19 jyyjc
June 24, 2011 at 11:39 PM
Scuba diving freaks me out too. Doesn't help that I have a slight aversion to fish and other sea creatures of the slimy,slippery, creepy looking variety.
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20 Chuck
June 25, 2011 at 7:15 AM
In that third picture she appears to be "manning" some kind of WWII anti-aircraft gun, complete with a seat. Very cool. Love Ha Ji Won.
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21 zank
June 25, 2011 at 7:31 AM
joo won must be proud of her.
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22 michael
June 25, 2011 at 8:14 AM
she is far by most the greatest hardworking actress in korean showbizness , she has the skills , from action to scuba diving everything about ha ji won is amazing ,everyday you wonder whats her next hidden talent will come out , she is totally an amazing woman just like kim joo won said to her in secret garden
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23 michael
June 25, 2011 at 8:19 AM
oh man ,look at how slim ha ji won is .compare here body in secret garden she has become an athletic person now ,from playing ping pong to scuba diving ,in my list she is no.1 in the most athletic body korean cinema
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Arama
June 25, 2011 at 12:50 PM
LOL. You're making me laugh. The dives were done even way before she started filming for Secret Garden...
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24 ninji
June 25, 2011 at 9:35 AM
The way she looks into the camera in all the pictures makes it look like she's photoshopped into some of them. Kind of like a Ha Ji-won meme.
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Arama
June 25, 2011 at 12:50 PM
Hmmm. Okay.
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25 Jenni
June 25, 2011 at 9:45 AM
Even underwater or on land, she looks so amazing. She makes like she lives under the sea.
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26 Cam
June 25, 2011 at 4:26 PM
WWWAAAAAA!!!!!!!!!!!! ^_______^
Ha Ji Won is my best top favorite actress EVER!
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27 meme
June 25, 2011 at 6:47 PM
love her so much and very proud of her.. she's the best korean actress I've known.. Go go Ha Ji Won!! :)
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28 Torune
June 25, 2011 at 7:18 PM
sector 7 official site
http://www.2011sector7.co.kr/swf/index.html
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29 julier
June 25, 2011 at 8:33 PM
OMG I've been diving there! Diving Grotto was one of the coolest experiences of my life!! You have to climb down 100 steep stairs wearing all your dive gear to even access the dive sight and then climb back out when you are done (whew!). I'm a big Ha Ji Won fan. You go girl! Love seeing these pics.
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30 charlotte
June 25, 2011 at 10:59 PM
in the Philippines, she's jamie gil of secret garden.
love her...
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31 azulgirl
June 26, 2011 at 11:47 PM
I really really really Idolize and Admire her. from Memories of Bali, Hwang Ji Ni an until Secret Garden.. and she's pretty much like Song Hye Kyo and Yoon Eun Hye..
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32 Ken
June 28, 2011 at 11:30 PM
Ha Ji Won is a true beauty even under water w/o make up and her acting is very impressive, best Movie Queen of Korea
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33 nima
July 2, 2011 at 10:49 PM
she's wonderful in any kind of adventure i call ha ji won a wonder woman she is dedicated to her profession the way she is. i watch damo i am in love with all the episodes... ha ji won don't be change ok love you..
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34 Cherrie
July 23, 2011 at 8:02 PM
Calling all pretty n brilliant Ha Ji Won supporters:
Please vote for her at this website:
2011 International Seoul Awards For the Best Actress:
https://kr.promotion.yahoo.com/sda2011/vote_actress_en.html
Thank you all
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35 Cherrie
July 23, 2011 at 8:15 PM
Calling all pretty n brilliant Ha Ji Won supporters:
Please vote for her now at this website:
2011 International Seoul Awards For the Best Actress:
https://kr.promotion.yahoo.com/sda2011/vote_actress_en.html
Thank you all
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36 Don
July 24, 2011 at 1:00 AM
Vote for pretty Ha Ji Won for the 2011 International Seoul Best Actress Award:
https://kr.promotion.yahoo.com/sda2011/vote_actress_en.html
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37 Kenneth
August 6, 2011 at 1:18 AM
Ha Ji Won is a classic korean beauty and most talented....love u
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