Lee Sung Kyung Describes Her “Dr. Romantic 3” Character’s Growth, Cast’s Teamwork, And More

Apr 21, 2023

Lee Sung Kyung has shared lots of love for the upcoming season of “Dr. Romantic”!

“Dr. Romantic” is a popular drama that follows the stories of realistic doctors working at a rundown hospital in the countryside. Han Suk Kyu, Ahn Hyo Seop, Lee Sung Kyung, Kim Min Jae, So Ju Yeon, Jin Kyung, Im Won Hee, Byun Woo Min, and Jung Ji Ahn will all be reprising their roles in the upcoming third season, alongside several new cast members.

After starring in “Dr. Romantic 2” in 2020, Lee Sung Kyung has returned to her role as cardiothoracic surgeon Cha Eun Jae of Doldam Hospital in Season 3! Previously, Cha Eun Jae was able to overcome her fear of performing surgery thanks to the help of her mentor Dr. Kim (Han Suk Kyu).

The actress shared deep affection for the series as she described the feeling of returning to this set as going to her parents’ home. Recalling her first Season 3 filming, Lee Sung Kyung shared, “It felt like I had used a time machine and gone back to the day after filming Season 2 three years ago. It felt like I was still in that spot from three years ago, which was both strange and fascinating.”

Lee Sung Kyung Describes Her “Dr. Romantic 3” Character’s Growth, Cast’s Teamwork, And More

Lee Sung Kyung explained that because she was so happy all throughout Season 2 filming, she had hoped for and imagined a third season. When this season was confirmed, Lee Sung Kyung revealed that she was happy but in disbelief. She added, “Since I’m obviously ‘Doldam’ family, I thought I obviously had to appear without needing to make any special decision.”

She emphasized, “To be honest, all these actors aligning their schedules and getting together is realistically difficult. Even if the actors have strong desire, it’s situationally not easy to achieve. But we were able to get together again because we sincerely love and missed Doldam.”

Touching on the cast’s teamwork, Lee Sung Kyung remarked, “Beyond a team, we really feel more like a family now. As long as I’m with them, even the most difficult shoots become fun. Han Suk Kyu is like a master in real life too. He always sets an example and is someone I want to take after and learn from. He always generously asks after each and every person. It feels sincere and not just something he casually throws out. We all often call him ‘master’ more than ‘senior’ in real life.”

At the end of Season 2, Cha Eun Jae chose Doldam Hospital over Geodae Hospital. As Season 3 looks at the characters’ lives three years from then, Lee Sung Kyung teased, “In Season 3, I wanted to show an image of Eun Jae that was slightly more professional and mature. Amidst that, director Yoo In Sik really helped make sure I didn’t lose the cute and lovable image that is unique to Eun Jae. Although she’s still the simple and clumsy Eun Jae, I hope you will look forward to the Eun Jae who has grown into a real doctor who is mature in both skill and mindset, and the Eun Jae who is continuing to grow as a person.”

Lee Sung Kyung Describes Her “Dr. Romantic 3” Character’s Growth, Cast’s Teamwork, And More

Lee Sung Kyung shared, “When we film, it’s fascinating that everyone is really good at acting out their surgery and treatment scenes.” Giggling, she added, “They really seem like doctors and nurses.” She concluded, “I gained a ton of strength from the support that viewers sent last season and I hope you give us lots of love and support this time too.”

“Dr. Romantic 3” premieres on April 28 at 10 p.m. KST.

Source: Soompi