Jang Hye Jin, Hyun Bong Sik, And Yoon Sang Hyun Are Park Shin Hye’s Family And Pillars Of Support In “Doctor Slump”

Jan 17, 2024

JTBC’s upcoming drama “Doctor Slump” offers a glimpse into Park Shin Hye’s family dynamics!

“Doctor Slump” is a romantic comedy about two former rivals who reunite and unexpectedly become each other’s light during the darkest period of their lives. Park Hyung Sik will star as Yeo Jung Woo, a star plastic surgeon whose thriving career suddenly falls into danger due to a strange medical accident, while Park Shin Hye will play Nam Ha Neul, an anesthesiologist suffering from burnout syndrome.

The newly released stills unveil Jang Hye Jin, Hyun Bong Sik, and Yoon Sang Hyun, who will bring to life a genuine family chemistry alongside Park Shin Hye in the drama.

Jang Hye Jin will star as Nam Ha Neul’s mother Gong Wol Sun. For Gong Wol Sun, Nam Ha Neul is her only pride and treasure. Despite the early death of her husband, Gong Wol Sun has to cope with constant nagging from her sisters-in-law. Additionally, her only son still faces challenges securing a job in his thirties. In these trying times, Nam Ha Neul, who has always excelled in her studies and is now a doctor, becomes a source of immense comfort for Gong Wol Sun. When Nam Ha Neul decides to resign from the hospital and give up being a doctor, Gong Wol Sun, who is like a friend and sister to Nam Ha Neul, conceals her heartbreak and continues to offer support.

Jang Hye Jin, Hyun Bong Sik, And Yoon Sang Hyun Are Park Shin Hye’s Family And Pillars Of Support In “Doctor Slump”

Hyun Bong Sik will play Nam Ha Neul’s uncle Gong Tae Sun. Despite his unique personality and strong charisma, he is actually a chef and owner of a well-known buckwheat noodle restaurant. When his sister Gong Wol Sun moved from Busan to Seoul with her two children, Gong Tae Sun followed to ensure that Nam Ha Neul and Nam Ba Da wouldn’t feel the absence of their father. Being on the same wavelength as Nam Ha Neul, Gong Tae Sun assumes a father-like role in her life.

Jang Hye Jin, Hyun Bong Sik, And Yoon Sang Hyun Are Park Shin Hye’s Family And Pillars Of Support In “Doctor Slump”

Lastly, rookie actor Yoon Sang Hyun will take on the role of Nam Ha Neul’s younger brother Nam Ba Da. During his school days, he was invariably compared to his sister, who consistently ranked first in school. Despite remaining unemployed after graduation, Nam Ba Da maintains his carefree and bright personality, facing pressure and criticism with a positive mentality that keeps him unfazed in any situation.

Jang Hye Jin, Hyun Bong Sik, And Yoon Sang Hyun Are Park Shin Hye’s Family And Pillars Of Support In “Doctor Slump”

The production team commented, “Jang Hye Jin, Hyun Bong Sik, Yoon Sang Hyun, and Park Shin Hye together as the ‘Nam Ha Neul’s family’ promises to deliver both delightful and touching moments in the drama. Just by watching their realistic family chemistry will be a healing to the audience.”

“Doctor Slump” will premiere on January 27 at 10:30 p.m. KST.

cr: Soompi