Resident Playbook is tvN's latest Korean drama that stars Kang You Seok as one of its main players. Ahead of its premiere Saturday on April 12, 2025, the production team has leaked the character he will play.
Resident Playbook is a spin-off of the hit Korean drama Hospital Playlist, depicting the realistic and relatable hospital life, growth, and heartwarming friendships of the Obstetrics and Gynecology residents at Yulje Medical Center Jongro branch. The series is directed by Lee Min-soo and written by Kim Song-hee.
The main cast includes Go Youn-jung as Oh I-young, Shin Si-ah as Nam Kyung-pyo, Han Ye-ji as Kim Sa-bi, Kang Yoo-seok as Tak Gi-on, and Jung Joon-won as Joo-yeong. Originally scheduled to premiere in May 2024, Resident Playbook experienced several delays due to various reasons.
However, tvN has confirmed that the drama will premiere on April 12, 2025, and will air every Saturday and Sunday at 9:10 p.m. KST. For international fans, Resident Playbook will be available to stream on Netflix starting in April 2025.
With its realistic medical setting and focus on character relationships, Resident Playbook is expected to appeal to viewers who enjoy deep and emotional dramas. Kang You Seok plays Um Jae Il, a first-year OB-GYN resident at the medical center.
Once an idol with one hit song, he is now pursuing a career in medicine, making for an unexpected journey. Despite being frequently scolded by his seniors, Um Jae Il's spirit is more fiery than anyone else among his peers. His natural charm and easygoing personality make him a favorite among patients and nurses alike.
As a lively presence in the department, he is expected to play a key role. Newly released photos via tvN's Instagram, @tvn_drama, give a glimpse into her daily life—one that draws sighs from her seniors and smiles from her patients.
She spreads positivity by sharing snacks with the nurses, but she looks sad when reprimanded by her superiors. Her constant ups and downs make her journey even more interesting. Kang You Seok is drawing attention for his portrayal of Um Jae Il's growth as a young professional.
Known for his versatility in various genres, he is expected to bring a new charm to his character, making Um Jae Il's story even more interesting. During his acting career, Kang You Seok has starred in several Korean dramas both as a main player and a supporting actor.
The actor born in 1994 has been known for his prominent roles in several dramas such as Mystic Pop-up Bar, Beyond Evil, Black Knight, Payback: Money and Power, and many others. Since his debut, Kang You Seok has starred in various dramas and films.
Some of his notable works include the lead role in the film "The Interviewees" (2020), as well as roles in the dramas "Melting Me Softly" (2019), "Gujikjadeul" (2020), and "The Flatterer" (2022). In 2023, Kang You Seok was cast in the Netflix series "Black Knight", adding to his list of notable roles.
Most recently, Kang You Seok starred in a spin-off of the popular series "Hospital Playlist" titled "Resident Playbook." In this drama, he plays a passionate obstetrics and gynecology resident at the Jongro branch of Yulje Medical Center. The series is scheduled to premiere on April 12, 2025.
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