Actor Lee Jung-ok proved his presence once again through 'Please Drink Responsibly.'
In the tvN drama 'Please Drink Responsibly,' which concluded on the 17th, Lee Jung-ok captivated viewers with his charming performance as Gibeom Boo and his realistic portrayal of the character. In particular, his chemistry with Kim Sang-ho, who played Han Jeong-soo, was responsible for the laughter of the drama and became a hot topic in each episode.
In the drama, the character Gibeom Boo, portrayed by Lee Jung-ok, runs a charcoal-grilled ribs restaurant in Bocheon Village, loves alcohol, and boasts a humorous personality. He shares an ordinary daily life over drinks with his best friend Han Jeong-soo but experiences unexpected chaos following the broken engagement of Han Jeong-soo's daughter, Han Geum-joo (played by Choi Soo-young). Lee Jung-ok amusingly yet realistically navigates this process, enhancing the comic tension of the work.
Moreover, he often receives criticism from the villagers for his oblivious jokes, but at crucial moments when help is needed, he is the first to step up, adding warmth to the community. This reflects the genuine talent of Lee Jung-ok, who has been loved for his 'life-close performances' in various works.
In particular, Lee Jung-ok perfectly portrayed the realistic chemistry of drinking buddies with Kim Sang-ho in the drama, providing great joy to viewers. The two men's close 'tiki-taka' interaction transcended simple laughter, representing the daily lives and sorrows of middle-aged men and evoking empathy. The scenes where their teasing conversation turns into heartfelt comfort between true friends were brought to life even more vividly thanks to Lee Jung-ok's charming tone and warm facial expressions.
His performance in 'Please Drink Responsibly' once again proves why Lee Jung-ok is called a 'scene-stealer.' His ability to navigate between charm and sincerity, comedy and warmth was the hidden centerpiece that flexibly guided the atmosphere of the drama.
With such a strong presence on screen, Lee Jung-ok is scheduled to deliver new emotional experiences on stage soon. Starting July 3, he will present his deeply accumulated acting skills in the original play 'Once This Summer Is Over' at Daehangno Yeonwoo Theater. Expectations are building for Lee Jung-ok's wide spectrum that encompasses both realistic life portrayals and vivid emotions on stage.
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