Actress Go Youn Jung recently spoke about her experience working with co-star Jung Joon Won in the popular medical drama Resident Playbook. The two actors played an unexpected romantic pair on the show, sparking both admiration and debate among viewers due to their real-life and on-screen age difference.
Go Youn Jung, born in 1996, is eight years younger than Jung Joon Won, who was born in 1988. Their characters, Oh Yi Young and Gu Do Won, also had a noticeable age gap, adding to the controversy. Despite initial concerns, their chemistry won over many fans.
“We didn’t expect to get this much attention,” Go Youn Jung admitted. “Even the director and writer didn’t see it coming. The actors were flustered too. In our group chat, the cast teased Joon Won oppa, asking, ‘How does it feel to be a superstar, future brother-in-law?’”
The pairing became a major talking point, with some viewers questioning the age difference while others praised their natural chemistry. Go Youn Jung shared that she was initially unsure about portraying a romance with an older co-star but found Jung Joon Won’s professionalism and humor made the experience enjoyable.
“Joon Won oppa is such a good actor. I found myself really inspired by his performances. I never felt the age difference,” she said. “He’s really funny on set and keeps things light with his jokes, which made everyone like him.”
Despite their on-screen success, Go Youn Jung revealed that she and Jung Joon Won did not stay in close contact after filming ended. This surprised some fans who had hoped for off-screen interactions between the pair.
Age gaps in on-screen romances are not uncommon in K-dramas. Recent examples include Goblin (12 years), Mr. Sunshine (20 years), and Prime Minister & I (21 years). While some viewers embrace these pairings, others find them uncomfortable, sparking ongoing debates in the industry.
The success of Go Youn Jung and Jung Joon Won’s pairing in Resident Playbook shows that chemistry can sometimes outweigh age differences. Their story resonated with many, proving that compelling performances can shift audience perceptions.
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