“The Trauma Code: Heroes on Call” has garnered attention for its intense medical drama and striking visuals, particularly Ju Ji-hoon’s daring helicopter descent. The drama’s writer, Lee Nak-jun, recently shared insights into the making of this scene, revealing the challenges and creative decisions behind it.
Balancing Realism and Fantasy
The helicopter scene, where Ju Ji-hoon’s character rappels while carrying another, was a major point of discussion during production. Lee Nak-jun explained that the team was concerned about the realism of the stunt, as Korean medical professionals are not typically trained in helicopter rappelling. However, given the show’s medical fantasy theme, they decided to proceed, prioritizing the dramatic impact of the moment.
“The director was really concerned. Is there any doctor in Korea who can rappel down a helicopter? No. But this is a medical fantasy novel, so we had to make it work. When we consulted with medical experts, they said, ‘There’s too much fantasy.’ It was difficult to get advice. But Baek Kang Hyuk is a person with superhuman abilities.”
The writer acknowledged that medical consultants found the sequence unrealistic. He justified the decision by highlighting the extraordinary nature of the protagonist, Baek Kang-hyuk. Lee Nak-jun emphasized Baek Kang-hyuk’s “superhuman abilities,” including his ability to diagnose patients before test results and his exceptional physical strength. He also noted the casting of Ju Ji-hoon, who shares the character’s impressive 188cm height, as a perfect fit.
The Show’s Success and Future
“The Trauma Code: Heroes on Call” follows Baek Kang-hyuk, a skilled surgeon who rebuilds a struggling trauma center, and Yang Jae-won (Choo Young-woo), his first disciple. The drama has achieved global popularity, ranking high on Netflix in South Korea and numerous other countries.
Lee Nak-jun expressed his surprise at the show’s success, recalling his initial doubts about his web novel’s adaptation into a drama. He also shared exciting news about the future of the series:
“Netflix? At first, I thought it was just a dream. When I first hoped that my novel could become a webtoon and eventually a drama back in 2019, it seemed impossible. But then, the rights were sold. After a long period with no filming, suddenly, production started in 2023.”
“If the drama does well, there will be a Season 2. Season 1 hasn’t wrapped up its story yet. If viewers are curious about what happens next, they can read my webtoon or web novel. The show was made with Seasons 2 and 3 already in mind.”
Lee Nak-jun confirmed that two more seasons are planned, expressing gratitude for seeing his work come to life. He encouraged viewers to explore his webtoon or web novel for those eager to know what happens next.
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