On the September 24 episode of TV Chosun’s variety show Over-Immersed Club, Jo Jae-yoon appeared as a guest and spoke about his current work. In the drama, he plays a chef from the Ming Dynasty envoy — a role that demanded far more preparation than viewers might expect.
When asked by Super Junior’s Leeteuk if his role required speaking Chinese, Jo Jae-yoon replied: “I had to do Chinese, cooking, martial arts… and there’s even one more thing.”
He then showed a notebook filled with Chinese dialogue practice, demonstrating the intense effort he put into mastering the role.
Co-star Chae Jung-an directly asked whether juggling multiple jobs in one role came with higher pay. Jo Jae-yoon laughed and responded: “I filmed for 11 months and prepared for 2 months. But because it was a special appearance, my pay was actually reduced.”
He added that director Jang Jae-yu even teased him during filming, asking, “Did you study Andy Lau movies before coming here?” Jo Jae-yoon explained he filled an entire notebook with memorized lines.
Despite the lower pay, Jo Jae-yoon’s dedication is clear. Known as a scene-stealer in countless K-dramas and films, he continues to impress audiences with his versatility — whether as a villain, comic relief, or, in this case, a chef caught up in political intrigue.
Fans praised his professionalism, noting how his willingness to go the extra mile reflects why he remains one of Korea’s most respected supporting actors.
Sources: 네이트 뉴스
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