TV CHOSUN's 'Dr. Shin' sees Jeong I-chan and Joo Se-bin heightening the romance with a ramen date.
'Dr. Shin' (written by Phoebe, Im Seong-han) combines the bold concept of 'brain change' with Phoebe's signature intricate romance, expanding the 'Phoebe universe.' The show recorded a slight increase in ratings, reaching 1.5% in its 10th episode, but it remains in the 1% range, an unprecedented figure in writer Im Seong-han's career since her debut in 1990.
In the previous episode, Shin Ju-shin (played by Jeong I-chan) proposed to Geum Bara (played by Joo Se-bin) but was rejected. Despite this, he rushed to her side when she was scared of the rain. The episode ended with the 'thunderstorm hug,' where Geum Bara, startled by thunder, embraced Shin Ju-shin, who held her tightly, capturing viewers' attention.
The upcoming 11th episode, airing on the 18th at 10:30 PM, will showcase the 'unpredictable romance signal' scene, revealing the closer psychological distance between Jeong I-chan and Joo Se-bin after the 'thunderstorm hug.' In the scene, Shin Ju-shin and Geum Bara share an umbrella, walk closely together, and enjoy a cozy ramen meal. Shin Ju-shin, shedding his usual cold demeanor, shows affection with a warm gaze and subtle smile, while Geum Bara responds with softened eye contact, indicating their growing comfort with each other. As Shin Ju-shin openly expresses his feelings, viewers are left wondering how Geum Bara's heart will respond and whether Shin Ju-shin's significant prediction will come true.
Jeong I-chan and Joo Se-bin convey their characters' growing emotions through their expressive performances in the 'sweet and salty ramen date' scene, heightening the excitement. Jeong I-chan maintains his character's cold and emotionless exterior while naturally portraying Shin Ju-shin's pure and direct affection for Geum Bara, showcasing his 'cold yet charming' appeal. Joo Se-bin vividly expresses Geum Bara's emotional journey from surprise and wariness towards Shin Ju-shin to subtle attraction and emotional turmoil, enhancing the drama's immersive quality.
The production team stated, "The scene reveals the significant change in Shin Ju-shin's previously cold demeanor and Geum Bara's subtle transformation after rejecting his proposal. The unexpected direction of their romance will be a hidden highlight of the 11th episode."
Tae Yuna, TenAsia Reporter youyou@tenasia.co.kr