Jung Joon Won Speaks Out About His Relationship with Go Youn Jung in the Drama Resident Playbook, Responds to Criticism Calmly

RESIDENT PLAYBOOK is one of the latest Korean dramas that successfully captured the public's attention during its airing. The spin-off of HOSPITAL PLAYLIST managed to build strong character dynamics. One of the main highlights is the chemistry between Koo Do Won and Oh Yi Young, played by Jung Joon Won and Go Youn Jung.

The couple in this drama successfully made the audience emotional with their adorable scenes. In an interview with iMBC after the airing of the final episode, Jung Joon Won expressed his views on the success of the couple's characters.

Curious about the content of Jung Joon Won's interview? Let's take a look at the following review.

1. Admits He Didn't Expect

Jung Joon Won (credit: instagram/jungjvnwon)

Jung Joon Won honestly admits that he never imagined that the relationship between Koo Do Won and Oh Yi Young would receive this much attention from the public.

"I thought the story would focus more on the development of the residents, so I didn't expect our relationship to become a highlight," Jung Joon Won stated, as reported by allkpop.

2. Admits He Was Worried

Jung Joon Won and Other RESIDENT PLAYBOOK Cast (credit: instagram/jungjvnwon)

Jung Joon Won also revealed that he felt worried when he learned that he would be paired with Go Youn Jung. Jung realized that the character Do Won is portrayed as almost a perfect figure, and he was concerned that he wouldn't be able to make it feel realistic. However, he believes that if portrayed sincerely, the character can be accepted.

"I wondered if I could convince the audience. The character Do Won is like a fantasy of the perfect man. But I believe that if I can portray him well, this character can feel real," he added.

Another concern for the actor playing Gu Dowon is the significant age difference between him and the other actors in the OB-GYN gang, namely Go Youn Jung, Shin Si Ah, Han Ye Ji, and Kang You Seok. To overcome the age difference, Jung also tries to build a close friendship like peers with Go Youn Jung and the other OB-GYN actors.

3. Soaring Popularity

Jung Joon Won (credit: instagram/jungjvnwon)

Thanks to the popularity of this drama, Jung also experienced a significant increase in public recognition. His Instagram followers skyrocketed from around 3,000 to over 400,000.

4. Responding to Audience Feedback

Jung Joon Won and Go Youn Jung (credit: instagram/jungjvnwon)

Jung also admitted that he actively monitors audience responses on social media and online forums. Jung Joon Won realized that the incoming comments were initially varied. According to him, it’s better to be talked about than to be completely ignored.

One of the comments that stuck in his mind mentioned that he (the viewer) becomes more charming with each episode.'

"One comment I remember is: 'He becomes more lovable with each episode.' I was even ready to receive harsh comments from netizens," said Jung Joon Won with a laugh.

"Go Youn Jung is unbelievably beautiful, like she’s not from this world. In the story, she can fall in love with me, so it’s understandable if some are skeptical," he added.

5. Praise for Co-star

Jung Joon Won and Go Youn Jung (credit: instagram/jungjvnwon)

Jung Joon Won did not forget to express his praise for Go Youn Jung, whom he deemed very helpful during the shooting process. He stated that Go Youn Jung's acting ability strengthened the chemistry between them.

"No matter how hard I try, I still lose out. But I have done my best. I focus more on acting. Go Youn Jung's outstanding performance greatly helped enhance our chemistry. I am really grateful to her," said Jung Joon Won.

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