Lee Jun-young made a powerful debut in the second part of Netflix’s ‘When Life Gives You Tangerines,’ portraying Park Young-bum, a Seoul National University law student and the affectionate boyfriend of Yang Geum-myung, played by IU. The series follows the tumultuous lives of two individuals born and raised in Jeju.
Young-bum is immediately smitten the moment he meets Geum-myung, showering her with unwavering affection. His entrance in the series is marked by a memorable moment at Seoul National University’s admission ceremony, where he can’t take his eyes off Geum-myung. Later, while on military leave, he visits his university to see her and unexpectedly crosses paths with Kwan-sik (played by Park Hae-joon). Their humorous exchange, where Young-bum greets Kwan-sik as ‘Father’ only to be met with a blunt retort, adds comic relief to the storyline.
Despite being rejected by Geum-myung eight times, Young-bum remains devoted to her, earning viewers’ admiration for his persistence and endearing personality. Lee Jun-young’s heartfelt and dynamic performance heightens the drama’s emotional depth, making his character even more captivating.
The third part of ‘When Life Gives You Tangerines’ is set to premiere on Netflix on the 21st, continuing the romantic journey of Young-bum and Geum-myung. Fans eagerly anticipate how their love story will unfold.
Lee Jun-young’s ability to seamlessly embody diverse roles further proves his acting prowess. His performance in the upcoming episodes is highly anticipated, leaving audiences excited to see how his character continues to develop.
