'Peak of Humor' Jo Han-cheol Shines as a Scene Stealer in 'Boyfriend on Demand'

Actor Jo Han-cheol has captivated global viewers with his irreplaceable energy in the Netflix series 〈Boyfriend on Demand〉. Released on the 6th, 'Boyfriend on Demand' is a romantic comedy with a unique premise of subscribing to love through a virtual simulation, where Jo Han-cheol plays the role of Hwang Byeong-hak, the influential director of the webtoon studio 'Naemo', firmly anchoring the story.

The character Hwang Byeong-hak, portrayed by Jo Han-cheol, is a typical boss filled with what is known as 'bossy energy'. He constantly nags the protagonist Seo Mi-rae (Jisoo) about her work attitude, which values work-life balance, and inadvertently helps her grow by provoking competition with his rival Park Kyung-nam (Seo In-guk). Notably, he plays a crucial role as a 'matchmaker' by continuously creating work intersections between Seo Mi-rae and Park Kyung-nam, providing a decisive opportunity for romance to blossom between the two.

Above all, Jo Han-cheol's unique and flavorful realistic acting shone through. He felt neglected when Seo Mi-rae missed a workshop, consistently ignoring her for three weeks, and humorously depicted a clueless boss singing alone at a company dinner, provoking laughter. Especially, his comical attempt to protect his beloved coffee mug amidst the angry protests of writer Yoon Song (Gong Min-jung) maximized the character's charm and left a strong impression on viewers.

You can check out Jo Han-cheol's performance, which enhances the fun of 〈Boyfriend on Demand〉, right now on Netflix.