Park Bo-gum Reflects on “When Life Gives You Tangerines” Global Success: “It Feels Like I’m in the Stratosphere”

Appearing on the May 10 episode of Yoo Jae-suk’s YouTube variety show “Pinggyego,” Park Bo-gum took the opportunity to both reflect on “When Life Gives You Tangerines” success and promote his upcoming JTBC drama “Good Boy.”

Global Popularity and Heartfelt Gratitude

Greeted warmly by Yoo Jae-suk, who playfully referenced Park Bo-gum’s character name Yang Gwan-sik from “When Life Gives You Tangerines,” the actor expressed his gratitude for the show’s international reception.

“I’m incredibly happy right now. It feels like I’ve left the atmosphere and entered the stratosphere,” Park Bo-gum shared with a smile, describing his emotional state following the show’s unexpected global popularity.

The series, which premiered on Netflix earlier this year, has developed a strong international fanbase, further solidifying Park Bo-gum’s global appeal.

Small Gestures, Big Impact

In keeping with his thoughtful reputation, Park Bo-gum brought steamed buns to the set as a playful nod to his co-star Kim So-hyun. In “Good Boy,” her character affectionately nicknames his character “Ho-bbang.” The gesture added a light-hearted moment to the program and underscored Park’s warm personality.

Yoo Jae-suk and Ji Suk-jin both praised Park Bo-gum’s genuine nature. Yoo Jae-suk noted, “Bo-gum is someone about whom there’s never a bad word he’s consistently sincere and kind.”

Next Project: “Good Boy”

Park Bo-gum’s next venture, JTBC’s “Good Boy,” is a youth action-comedy that follows Olympic medalists who join the police force through a special recruitment program. Together, they face societal injustices and challenge systemic corruption.

Starring alongside Kim So-hyun and Lee Sang-yi, Park Bo-gum will return to television in a role that balances comedic charm with emotional resonance. “Good Boy” is scheduled to premiere on May 31 at 10:40 PM KST.

With “When Life Gives You Tangerines” earning international acclaim and “Good Boy” poised for domestic success, Park Bo-gum continues to establish himself as one of Korea’s most versatile and respected actors. His balance of humility and talent resonates with audiences across all platforms, both in Korea and abroad.