Jo Jun-young Shines in 'Bunny and the Boys' with Captivating Romance Performance

Jo Jun-young, under SM Entertainment, has masterfully embraced the romance genre in 'Bunny and the Boys.' The show, which aired its 10th episode on the 10th, recorded a viewership rating of 0.8%.

In the MBC Friday-Saturday drama 'Bunny and the Boys' (directed by Kim Ji-hoon, written by Sung So-eun and Lee Seul, produced by Kakao Entertainment), Jo Jun-young transforms into Cha Ji-won, a third-generation chaebol who has it all. He captivates viewers with his warm affection and delicate consideration, playing the role of a supportive senior to Bunny (played by Noh Jung-ui).

In last week's episode, Cha Ji-won decides to go to the U.S. after seeing Bunny (Noh Jung-ui) and Hwang Jae-yeol (played by Lee Chae-min) together. His decision to leave without confessing his feelings to Bunny left viewers with a poignant impression.

Jo Jun-young skillfully portrays the evolution of Cha Ji-won's feelings from curiosity to love through nuanced acting, solidifying the character's unrequited love. His determination to do anything for Bunny adds to the viewers' emotional investment in the storyline.

Jo Jun-young has put in extensive effort to create a compelling character, focusing on details such as wardrobe, speech, and demeanor to express Cha Ji-won's affluent background and composure.

To naturally incorporate Cha Ji-won's kindness and friendliness into the narrative, Jo Jun-young has spent considerable time interacting with fellow actors, discussing scenes, and building rapport, ensuring the scenes are executed flawlessly.

As a result, Jo Jun-young has emerged as a 'unicorn crush' and 'ideal college senior,' becoming a top contender for the 'one pick' boyfriend. His captivating charm in 'Bunny and the Boys' continues to intrigue viewers, leaving them eager for his future endeavors.

Lee So-jung, TenAsia Reporter forusojung@tenasia.co.kr