Rising K-Drama Star Jun Won Earns Buzz with ‘When You Become Silent’ Doctors
Jun Won, a rising star in Korean television, is currently enjoying massive popularity thanks to his standout performance in the tvN weekend drama “When You Become Silent” Doctors. In the series, he plays Ku Do-won, a fourth-year senior OB-GYN resident at Jongno Yulje Hospital, captivating viewers with his sweet temperament, dependable leadership, and deeply human character development.
Jun’s character is the ideal senior—kind, supportive, and sincere in mentoring his juniors. His natural charm and emotionally nuanced acting have made him a favorite among audiences, particularly for his “sweet and dazzling” chemistry with co-stars. Fans have dubbed him “Bit Dowon” (Shining Do-won) and expressed admiration after each episode with comments like, “He melts my heart,” and “We need more Ku Do-won on our screens ASAP.”
His growing popularity reached new heights this April, when the Good Data Corporation Fundex ranked Jun Won as No. 2 in its integrated TV-OTT actor buzz index during week three. Additionally, he snagged the top spot in the most-searched drama actors list, proving the so-called “Do-won magic” is no fluke.
Not only has Jun’s individual buzz soared, but the drama itself has also gained traction both locally and globally. “When You Become Silent” Doctors ranked No. 1 among TV-OTT dramas for buzz during the same week and landed at No. 3 on Netflix’s Global Top 10 Non-English TV Shows chart, reflecting international interest in the show and its stars.
The show continues to break its own viewership records week after week, pointing to increasing audience investment in the narrative evolution of Ku Do-won. Jun Won’s career-defining role is setting the stage for even larger projects ahead, confirming his position as a new-generation “leading man” in the Korean drama world.
“When You Become Silent” Doctors airs every Saturday and Sunday at 9:20 PM KST on tvN. Don’t miss the opportunity to watch Jun Won’s electrifying performance as Korea falls head over heels for its newest star doctor.
