In the recent episodes 9 and 10 of the tvN weekend drama "Resident Playbook", aired on the 10th and 11th, Go Yoon-jung played the role of Oh Yi-young, a first-year obstetrics and gynecology resident.
She skillfully navigated through a rollercoaster of emotions, from raging against the tyranny of fellow resident Myeong Eun-won (played by Kim Hye-in) to instantly melting upon receiving a confession of love from Gu Do-won (played by Jung Jun-won), effectively making the runtime fly by.
Oh Yi-young's frustration with Myeong Eun-won's two-faced behavior and her drafting of a "second resignation letter" resonated with viewers, portraying the realistic struggles of a young professional.
Go Yoon-jung's nuanced performance, capturing the subtle tremors of anger and shifts in expression, drew viewers in.
Despite wanting to quit immediately, Oh Yi-young's compromise with reality in the face of a year-end bonus struck a chord with the audience, thanks to Go Yoon-jung's detailed portrayal.
Furthermore, Oh Yi-young's timid revenge on Myeong Eun-won, dubbed the "revolving door stop," provided moments of light-hearted laughter.
Go Yoon-jung's "grumbling mode" performance, after watching a glorified preview video of Myeong Eun-won, was both comedic and endearing, eliciting laughter and empathy alike.
In emergency situations, Go Yoon-jung also conveyed the fear and sense of duty coexisting within Oh Yi-young as a doctor, saving a mother in distress.
Her scenes building camaraderie with her school rival Pyo Nam-kyung (played by Cynthia) opened up a new narrative, blending tension with touching moments.
Moreover, Oh Yi-young's transformation into a flirting genius, unabashedly pouring out her charm, sent viewers' hearts racing.
After receiving a confession from Gu Do-won, her affectionate gestures and skinship from head to toe sweetened the viewers' hearts like cotton candy.
Go Yoon-jung's portrayal of Oh Yi-young, with love-struck eyes and fluttering expressions, marked a significant addition to her career as a "life character."
Especially, Oh Yi-young's surprise affectionate call of "Oppa" to Gu Do-won, causing him shortness of breath, crowned her as the ultimate "girlfriend material."
As the episodes progress, Go Yoon-jung's compelling performance has led her to top the TV-OTT drama actor buzzworthiness rankings for three consecutive weeks as of May 7, according to Good Data Corporation's FUNdex.
[Photo: tvN 'Resident Playbook']
(SBS Entertainment News | Kang Sun-ae)