Kang Yoo-seok transforms into an idol in the obstetrics department at Jongno Yulje Hospital.
The new tvN weekend drama ‘Someday, a Wise Resident Life’ (Creators Shin Won-ho, Lee Woo-jung / Directed by Lee Min-soo / Written by Kim Song-hee / Planned by CJ ENM Studios / Produced by Egg is Coming) is a spin-off of ‘Wise Doctor Life’ that depicts the growth of residents who dream of becoming wise doctors as they go through their rookie period.
In the drama, Kang Yoo-seok plays the role of Eom Jae-il, a first-year obstetrics resident at Jongno Yulje Hospital. Eom Jae-il has a unique background as a former idol member who left behind just one hit song before becoming an obstetrics resident.
Although he often gets scolded by his seniors, Eom Jae-il's passion burns hotter than anyone among his peers. Especially with his natural charm and playful personality, both obstetrics patients and nurses find him adorable, raising expectations for Eom Jae-il's role as the endorphin of the obstetrics department.
The released photos capture Eom Jae-il's daily life, bringing sighs to his seniors and smiles to patients. While sharing snacks with nurses and spreading positive energy in the obstetrics department, he also shows a gloomy face when scolded by his seniors, making viewers curious about his daily ups and downs.
Additionally, attention is drawn to actor Kang Yoo-seok's performance, which will depict the brilliant growth of rookie Eom Jae-il. Kang Yoo-seok, who has left a mark on viewers with new charms in each character across various genres, is anticipated to bring the story of Eom Jae-il to life.
Meanwhile, on the 11th, the Ministry of Health and Welfare announced through data that “the total number of candidates for appointment in March this year is 1,672, which is 12.4% of the 13,531 candidates from March last year.” Although the government promised to provide various special measures, it means that 11,859 people did not return to the training field.
In particular, according to data submitted by the Ministry of Health and Welfare to the Health and Welfare Committee of the National Assembly, the number of applicants for the first half of the training residency recruitment for those wishing to return was at a catastrophic level. It was revealed that only one applicant applied for the obstetrics department, which is a typical avoided specialty.
As the collective resignation of residents in protest against the government's expansion of medical school quotas has prolonged, attention is focused on whether ‘Someday, a Wise Resident Life’, which had been indefinitely postponed, will resonate with viewers.
The new tvN weekend drama ‘Someday, a Wise Resident Life’, featuring first-year resident Kang Yoo-seok, who works the hardest in the obstetrics department, will premiere on Saturday, April 12, at 9:10 PM.
