Actors Kim Hye-yoon and Lee Jae-wook delighted viewers with their sweet, real-life chemistry on the June 22 broadcast of tvN’s variety show Unnie’s Sanji Direct Delivery 2.
The episode featured Kim Hye-yoon as a special guest, marking a reunion with Lee Jae-wook, her co-star from the hit 2019 drama Extraordinary You. With her arrival, Lee Jae-wook’s playful side was on full display. He dressed Kim Hye-yoon in a cute vest, encouraged her to speak in Seoul dialect, and even snapped film photos of her with affectionate familiarity.
Watching their interaction, co-host Yum Jung-ah remarked, “Jae-wook is so happy now that his friend is here.” Kim Hye-yoon jokingly replied, “Jae-wook, don’t like me too much!”, to which Yum Jung-ah added, “You might get hurt,” keeping the mood lighthearted.
Later during a drinks segment, Lee Jae-wook shared a more serious sentiment, saying, “She’s so bright, but I remember how exhausted she’d get after filming—using all that energy really took a toll on her.” Kim Hye-yoon nodded in agreement, revealing that after the massive success of SKY Castle, she often felt burdened by the public’s expectations. “I’ve learned how to cope with it better now,” she said.
Lee Jae-wook ended the segment with heartfelt praise, “She’s honestly the most selfless person I’ve ever met.”
The episode offered fans a rare and touching look into the enduring friendship between two of Korea’s rising stars—filled with genuine respect, warmth, and camaraderie both on and off screen.
