Jo Jae-yoon Reveals 3.5 Months of Dedication to 'Tyrant's Chef'

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Jo Jae-yoon Reveals 3.5 Months of Dedication to 'Tyrant's Chef'

Jisoo Park · 23. september 2025 kl. 3:17

Actor Jo Jae-yoon will unveil behind-the-scenes stories from the drama 'Tyrant's Chef' on TV CHOSUN's entertainment show 'My Way-Obsession Club'.

The upcoming fourth episode, airing on the 24th at 10 PM, will feature the daily life of Jo Jae-yoon, known as a master of immersion, having appeared in over 100 productions. He is currently receiving rave reviews for his role as Tang Baek-ryong, a Ming Dynasty cook, in the popular drama 'Tyrant's Chef'.

Jo Jae-yoon surprised everyone by revealing that he dedicated three and a half months exclusively to 'Tyrant's Chef,' practicing Chinese, cooking, and martial arts. His meticulously written and memorized Chinese dialogue notes caught the attention of co-star Chae Jung-an, who asked about his salary. Jo Jae-yoon humorously disclosed that his appearance fee was actually cut because it was a special guest role, bringing laughter to the studio.

Furthermore, Jo Jae-yoon, who holds a Korean Food Cooking national license, impressed the cast and crew by performing all the cooking scenes himself without a double. Viewers can anticipate seeing his considerable culinary skills showcased in this episode.

Tune in to 'My Way-Obsession Club' on the 24th at 10 PM to witness Jo Jae-yoon's passionate immersion in 'Tyrant's Chef'.

Jo Jae-yoon has consistently impressed audiences with his versatile acting in numerous dramas and films, often stealing scenes with his performances. He excels at embodying diverse characters, seamlessly transitioning between action and comedy roles. With 'Tyrant's Chef,' he is poised to showcase yet another captivating dimension of his talent.