The eagerly anticipated drama “Wise Resident Life,” originally slated for a May premiere, has been postponed to August, with potential further delays looming due to ongoing issues in the medical field.
The delay is attributed to a collective resignation of medical residents in response to government plans to increase medical school admissions by 2000. This move has sparked nationwide discussions on healthcare and working conditions.
Amidst public backlash towards the doctor’s strike, promotional activities for “Wise Resident Life” have been put on hold, including photo shoots and teaser video releases.
The production team has faced challenges due to script revisions necessitated by recent events, requiring reshoots and additional efforts from the cast and crew.
Filming for “Wise Resident Life” takes place in rented hospital settings, primarily at the newly constructed Severance Hospital in Yongin, Gyeonggi-do.
Despite production challenges, lead actress Go Yoon-Jung has garnered significant attention from hospital visitors and fans alike, with numerous sightings and positive comments flooding online communities.
“Wise Resident Life” is a spin-off from the popular “Hospital Playlist” series, created by director Shin Won-ho and writer Lee Woo-jung. The drama explores themes of friendship, love, and personal growth among OB-GYN residents in the context of declining birth rates in Korea.
Actress Go Yoon-Jung, known for her roles in “Alchemy of Souls,” “Moving,” and “Death’s Game,” leads the cast, adding to the project’s anticipation and appeal.
As filming progresses amidst real-world challenges, “Wise Resident Life” remains poised to deliver a compelling narrative and engaging performances, resonating with audiences eager for quality storytelling in the medical drama genre.