Jung Kyung-ho & So Ju-yeon Exude 'Perfect Chemistry' for 'Pro Bono', Give Each Other a Perfect Score

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Jung Kyung-ho & So Ju-yeon Exude 'Perfect Chemistry' for 'Pro Bono', Give Each Other a Perfect Score

Yerin Han · December 4, 2025 at 01:43

tvN's new Saturday-Sunday drama 'Pro Bono' is signaling a powerful synergy between actors Jung Kyung-ho and So Ju-yeon, raising anticipation.

Set to premiere on December 6th (Saturday) at 9:10 PM, 'Pro Bono' is a human legal drama depicting the chaotic journey of an ambitious, status-seeking judge who unexpectedly becomes a public interest lawyer and finds himself trapped in a cramped office within a mega law firm's zero-revenue public interest team.

Jung Kyung-ho takes on the role of Kang Da-wit, a former judge and leader of the pro bono team, while So Ju-yeon portrays Park Gi-ppeum, the team's ace. Their dynamic relationship promises to add a fun element to the series.

The two actors expressed their high satisfaction with their on-screen chemistry. Jung Kyung-ho confidently gave their chemistry a "perfect score," explaining, "So Ju-yeon's clear energy felt like it purified my character, Kang Da-wit. Our chemistry was truly in sync."

So Ju-yeon echoed the sentiment, also giving a "100 out of 100" score. She shared, "Senior Jung Kyung-ho waited for me to be ready and naturally guided me when needed. He was a reliable support, backing my acting from all angles."

Furthermore, both actors shared their positive experiences working with veteran director Kim Seong-yun and judge-turned-writer Moon Yu-seok. Jung Kyung-ho expressed his gratitude, stating, "I was truly thankful to be working with such a great director and writer. The set was always harmonious, making every moment enjoyable."

So Ju-yeon described director Kim Seong-yun as a "perfectionist with a witty side," adding that she could "absolutely trust his 'OK' signs." Regarding writer Moon Yu-seok's script, she commented, "The message the writer wanted to convey was very clear, and I approached my acting with the desire to capture its essence as much as possible."

These heartfelt behind-the-scenes insights from the two lead actors are fueling curiosity about the stories 'Pro Bono' will unfold. The anticipation for the drama's premiere is mounting, eager to see the enjoyable synergy and relationship that Jung Kyung-ho and So Ju-yeon will bring to the screen.

'Pro Bono' will premiere on tvN on December 6th (Saturday) at 9:10 PM.

Netizens are reacting enthusiastically to the news, with comments like 'Jung Kyung-ho and So Ju-yeon's pairing, I'm so excited!', 'Their chemistry already seems explosive, I want to watch it soon,' and 'It's a cast I can trust, so I'm booking my watch time.'

#Jung Kyung-ho #So Ju-yeon #Kang Da-wit #Park Gi-ppeum #Kim Seong-yun #Moon Yu-seok #Pro Bono