Go Youn-jung: Solidifying Stardom with “Resident Playbook” and Anticipation High for Future Projects

Actress Go Youn-jung has once again captured viewers’ hearts and solidified her status as a leading actress with her recent role in the tvN drama “Resident Playbook.”A spin-off of the highly popular “Hospital Playlist” series, the show garnered significant attention even before its premiere. In “Resident Playbook,” Go Youn-jung skillfully portrayed Oh Yi-young, a first-year OB-GYN resident.

Oh Yi-young in “Resident Playbook”: A Relatable Character Earns Praise

Go Youn-jung’s portrayal of Oh Yi-young, a character who appears aloof but possesses a warm and profound inner self, resonated strongly with audiences. The drama successfully wove together human stories, romance, and a compelling growth narrative. Her on-screen chemistry with fellow cast members, particularly her budding romance with Jung Joon-won (who played Goo Do-won), earned the pairing the affectionate nickname “Oh-Gu Couple” and added to the drama’s charm. In interviews, Go Youn-jung expressed her surprise at the enthusiastic response to the romance, extending her gratitude to co-star Jung Joon-won.

Despite facing a broadcast delay of over a year due to various circumstances, including a doctors’ strike, “Resident Playbook” concluded successfully, achieving its own highest viewership ratings thanks to the cast’s strong performances and a well-crafted storyline. Go Youn-jung shared in a post-finale interview that she watched the drama from a viewer’s perspective since filming had wrapped up some time ago, eagerly anticipating each week’s episode. She also reflected on how the drama contributed to her sense of responsibility and personal growth.

From “Moving” to “Resident Playbook”: A String of Successes and Accolades

Prior to “Resident Playbook,” Go Youn-jung gained global recognition for her role as the superpowered Jang Hui-soo in the Disney+ original series “Moving.” Her performance in “Moving” earned her the Best New Actress award at the 5th Asia Contents Awards & Global OTT Awards and the Rising Star Award in the actress category at the 2024 대한민국 퍼스트브랜드 대상 (Korea First Brand Awards). Following the success of “Moving” with another positive reception for “Resident Playbook,” Go Youn-jung has firmly established herself as an actress viewers trust.

Excitement Builds for Upcoming Projects

Having successfully completed “Resident Playbook,” Go Youn-jung is set to continue her busy schedule with new projects. First up is the Netflix series “Can This Love Be Translated?” where she stars alongside Kim Seon-ho.This drama, a romance between a multilingual interpreter and a top global actress, is penned by the Hong sisters (Hong Jung-eun and Hong Mi-ran), who previously worked with Go Youn-jung on “Alchemy of Souls,” further heightening anticipation. It is scheduled for release in the fourth quarter of 2025.

Furthermore, she has been cast alongside actor Koo Kyo-hwan in “Everyone is Fighting Against Their Own Worthlessness” (literal title), a new drama by Park Hae-young, the acclaimed writer of “My Mister” and “My Liberation Notes.” This project, reportedly set in the film industry, promises another captivating transformation for the actress.

Actress Go Youn-jung continues to showcase her versatile charm through diverse roles. With each project, she builds unique characters and demonstrates remarkable growth, leaving fans and the public eagerly anticipating her next move.