Jo Woo-jin Expresses Deep Affection for 'Boss' Co-Stars: 'They Feel Like Family Now'

Actor Jo Woo-jin has revealed his profound affection for his co-stars in the film 'Boss.'

During an interview held at a cafe in Samcheong-dong, Seoul, on the 26th, Jo Woo-jin, who plays 'Sun-tae,' the second-in-command of the organization and a chef, spoke about his experience working with actors Jung Kyung-ho and Park Ji-hwan.

He shared, "I don't usually talk about loving people, but I think people change a lot. They really stimulated me and gave me comforting energy. When I was full of doubts, we discussed and resolved our concerns about the work without anyone getting upset. As we built each scene, naturally, bonds formed," expressing his fondness.

Jo Woo-jin further elaborated, "When you live life, you face worries, don't you? We shared those aspects a lot, and I grew very fond of them. When promotions started, I sent texts saying 'Let's do our best,' and then I confessed. I told them 'I love you.' They replied, 'I love you too.' We even used crying emojis." He chuckled, adding, "We don't live together, but they're like family now."

He also mentioned actor Lee Sung-min, who left a deep impression despite a short appearance. Jo Woo-jin had previously worked with Lee Sung-min on the film 'The Sheriff in Town.'

"I think of senior Lee Sung-min a lot when promoting this film. During 'The Sheriff in Town,' many actors had extensive meetings and discussions, and he was at the forefront. Working with him again after a long time brought back memories of 'The Sheriff in Town,'" he recalled.

Jo Woo-jin continued, "As you've seen, he worked with such dedication and sincerity. When I heard he was cast, he was the first person I called. I thanked him for joining, and he said, 'It's so grateful when I hear someone will help me. So I decided this time, 'I'll do it because you're doing it.'" He added, "I believe the opening of 'Boss' was brilliant thanks to senior Lee Sung-min's passionate performance. Seeing him work so hard again, I understand why he worked so hard during 'The Sheriff in Town.'"

Jo Woo-jin made his acting debut in the 2007 play 'I Am the King.' He has since garnered attention for his powerful performances in films like 'Assassination,' 'The Age of Shadows,' 'The Great Battle,' 'The President's Statement,' and 'Special Cargo.' His roles in dramas such as 'Prison Playbook,' 'Mr. Sunshine,' and 'Beyond Evil' further showcased his versatility. Jo Woo-jin is highly regarded by audiences for his distinctive charisma and profound acting abilities.