Actor Jung Jun-won addresses career anxiety and variety show controversy

Actor Jung Jun-won addressed his recent experiences following the conclusion of the MBC drama ‘You Wife Killer’. In an interview, Jung discussed the pressures of his growing career, noting that while his increased visibility brings gratitude, it also brings significant anxiety. He described his anxiety as a driving force that encourages him to remain focused and deeply immersed in his roles.

Jung also addressed previous criticism regarding his attitude during an appearance on the variety show ‘Hangout with Yoo’. He explained that the controversy stemmed from extreme nervousness rather than a lack of sincerity. He stated that he felt overwhelmed and ‘frozen’ due to his lack of experience with improvisational variety formats. He expressed regret over the incident and noted that senior colleagues, including Yoo Jae-suk and Gong Hyo-jin, offered him support during the filming process.