Kang Tae-oh is winning over viewers with his endearing performance in the tvN drama ‘Potato Research Institute.’ In the episode that aired on the 22nd, he portrayed So Baek-ho, a principled man who finds himself unable to stay composed in front of the woman he loves, Kim Mi-kyung (played by Lee Sun-bin).
During the episode, Baek-ho bravely revealed his past, sharing that his upbringing in an orphanage led him to become a strict rule-follower. However, his feelings for Mi-kyung caused him to lose his usual composure. His sincere confession, “I lose my calm because I like you,” touched viewers with its heartfelt honesty.
As he realized that Mi-kyung reciprocated his feelings, Baek-ho dropped his defenses and dived into romance with full force. From surprising her with a teddy bear to planting a sweet forehead kiss, his affectionate gestures made audiences swoon. This softer side of Baek-ho deepened the viewers’ affection for his character.
Through this drama, Kang Tae-oh has seamlessly transitioned from a cold, rule-abiding man to a warm-hearted ‘soft peach,’ embodying the quintessential romantic comedy lead. His transformation has heightened anticipation for upcoming episodes, leaving fans eager to see how their love story unfolds.
Meanwhile, ‘Potato Research Institute’ airs every Saturday and Sunday at 9:20 PM KST on tvN. With Kang Tae-oh’s captivating performance and heartwarming romance, the drama continues to attract growing attention from viewers.
