Popular Korean Actor Shares His Genuine Response During Kiss Scene Filming
Kim Jae Won spills the real reaction behind that viral fish-shaped bun kiss scene in Yumi’s Cells 3!
The actor who plays Soon Rok, a PD with a sharp tongue and sweet face, opened up to Sports Chosun on May 7 about the buzz around the steamy moment that had fans hooked.
Kim said the kiss scene was actually “more exciting than a real one.” He didn’t hold back:
“I think it came out very well. Watching Soon Rok, I was amazed how such an innocent guy could make one feel so thrilled. It was a more exciting kiss than a real one.”
The scene features Soon Rok biting into a fish-shaped bun and accidentally “kissing” Yumi while turning his head — a moment that instantly caught viewers’ attention.
Fans noticed Soon Rok’s legs went weak right after the kiss. Kim admitted it was real:
“Fans also caught the moment when Soon Rok’s legs went weak after the kiss. My legs actually went weak, and that was well captured. Also, the moment when Soon Rok wipes his lips after the kiss was an ad-lib that came out naturally. I watched the broadcast and had fun thinking, ‘Did I really act like that?’”
The drama’s mix of relatable romance and quirky moments continues to draw viewers, with Kim’s candidness adding even more hype.
Check out fans reacting to the iconic scene here: