Go Youn-jung Dominates With Leading Role in ‘Resident Playbook’

Rising K-drama star Go Youn-jung is making waves with her lead role in tvN’s weekend drama ‘Resident Playbook’, a spin-off of the hit series ‘Hospital Playlist’. According to Good Data Corporation, ‘Resident Playbook’ ranked first in TV-OTT Drama Buzz for the first week of May (April 28 – May 4), marking its third consecutive week at the top.

Premiering on April 12, ‘Resident Playbook’ follows the journey of young residents aspiring to become competent doctors, portraying their dreams, struggles, and relationships. The main cast includes Go Youn-jung, Shin Sia, Kang You-seok, Han Ye-ji, and Jung Jun-won.

Notably, Go Youn-jung topped the drama cast buzz chart, further cementing her status as one of Korea’s most talked-about emerging actresses. She has maintained this position for three consecutive weeks, showcasing her growing popularity along with the drama’s success.

The show’s appeal continues to rise: Episode 8, aired on May 4, achieved a nationwide cable rating of 6.0% according to Nielsen Korea, setting a new personal best. Viewers are praising the drama’s storytelling and emotional depth, reflecting its escalating viewer engagement each week.

Co-star Jung Jun-won, part of the show’s romantic subplot, also ranked second in the drama cast buzz, proving the series’ growing fan base. With its consistent rise in ratings and online discussions, ‘Resident Playbook’ has moved past initial skepticism to earn widespread acclaim.

Meanwhile, Netflix’s ‘Weak Hero Class 2’ ranked second in overall drama buzz, with Genie TV’s ‘Private 3’, JTBC’s ‘More Beautiful Than Heaven’, and SBS’s ‘Spiritwalker’ following closely. The cast of ‘Weak Hero Class 2’, including Park Ji-hoon, Lya Woon, Choi Hyun-wook, and Lee Jun-young, also showed strong performance in individual buzz rankings.

With Go Youn-jung at the forefront, ‘Resident Playbook’ is not just resonating with domestic audiences—it’s gaining international attention as the next K-drama to watch.