Choi Woo-shik Peaks Romantic Excitement in 'Universe, Marry Me' with Jeong So-min

Actor Choi Woo-shik is sending viewers' heart rates soaring with his bold and direct romance towards Jeong So-min in the SBS drama 'Universe, Marry Me.'

With his signature natural acting and delicate emotional portrayal, he is enhancing the immersion in the cheerful and refreshing romantic comedy, seemingly on his way to creating another career-defining role.

In episodes 7 and 8, Kim Woo-ju (played by Choi Woo-shik) confessed his feelings to Yoo Me-ri (played by Jeong So-min) and subsequently showered her with honest and daring displays of affection, creating a palpable romantic tension.

The scene where he travels to her hometown to convey his heart with tender gazes, his sincerity in gaining the trust of Yoo Me-ri's mother, Oh Young-sook (played by Yoon Bok-in), their seamless witty banter even during work, and his subtle flirtations – his charm, oscillating between tenderness, playfulness, and sincerity, exploded in a chain reaction, captivating the audience.

Choi Woo-shik's detailed performance also garnered praise. The subtle nuances, such as faint breaths, gentle eye contact, slight tremors, and fleeting smiles, meticulously built up the romantic excitement, realizing a relatable, real-life romance.

His balanced portrayal, devoid of exaggeration, infused warmth and thrill, completing the depth of the romantic comedy. Immediately after the broadcast, SNS and online communities were flooded with reactions like, "The combination of cheeky and warm is amazing," "His considerate romantic acting is heart-stopping," "The chemistry with Jeong So-min is insane," and "Let's extend the drama."

Choi Woo-shik, who made his presence known from the beginning, has fully ignited the romantic narrative from episode 7 onwards, further completing the character of Kim Woo-ju with more depth and maximizing viewer immersion.

Now at a crossroads where the secret of their fake marriage is about to be revealed, all eyes are on Choi Woo-shik's next move as Kim Woo-ju navigates the escalating romance and overcomes crises with his emotional journey and choices.

Netizens are reacting strongly to Choi Woo-shik's romantic acting. Many comments praise his 'direct romance' and 'great chemistry with Jeong So-min.' There were also desires for the drama to be extended.