Actors Seolhyun and Um Tae Goo have revealed that they are now best friends, despite having a shy start to their relationship.

On November 26th, Seolhyun and Um Tae Goo joined director Kim Hee Won on the YouTube channel Teo, where they discussed their friendship while promoting their Disney+ series Light Shop.

Seolhyun shared that Um Tae Goo, who is known for being shy, used to be very quiet on set. She recalled, "When our senior would answer, he was so embarrassed that the mischievous seniors would purposely ask him more questions. We had debates with Um Tae Goo in the middle, but he didn’t say a word while we talked amongst ourselves."

The hosts also asked Seolhyun how she felt about Um Tae Goo opening up more these days. She joked, "I think it’s because I’ve been active a lot, so I feel like I’m talking more now."

Jang Do Yeon then asked when the shyness fades between people who aren’t close, and Um Tae Goo responded, "It depends on the person. I worked on The Great Battle with Seolhyun, and we didn’t say more than five words to each other."

Seolhyun added, "For over a year, we didn’t talk more than five words. It was just 'thank you for your hard work,' that was it."

But now, things have changed. Um Tae Goo proudly shared, "But this time, we talked a lot more." Seolhyun quickly responded, "Best friends, best friends," making everyone laugh. Um Tae Goo hesitated but eventually agreed, saying, "Soulmates, it’s really great."

The two revealed that their conversations now include topics like travel, pets, and exercise. Seolhyun then asked, "Do you talk like this in front of really comfortable people?"

Um Tae Goo replied, "I talk well with director Um Tae Hwa," but quickly added, "That’s not true," and explained, "When I’m with close friends or younger siblings who I’m comfortable with, I joke around a lot."

Despite their initial shyness, Seolhyun and Um Tae Goo have clearly become close friends and are enjoying their bond as soulmates.

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It’s official—Good Partner is getting a second season!

On April 3, 2025, SBS confirmed the exciting news that Good Partner will return for Season 2.

However, fans will have to wait a little longer for more details as the production is still in its early stages.

SBS revealed, “While the production for Season 2 has been confirmed, the broadcast schedule, filming dates, and cast have not been finalized. We are still in discussions.”

Good Partner originally aired last September, and it quickly became a fan favorite. The drama follows Cha Eun Kyung (played by Jang Na Ra), a seasoned divorce lawyer, and rookie lawyer Han Yoo Ri (played by Nam Ji Hyun), who is new to handling divorce cases.

The series was a hit, with a peak viewership rating of 17.7% (Nielsen Korea, nationwide households).

Both Jang Na Ra and Nam Ji Hyun were praised for their performances, with Jang Na Ra receiving her first acting award after 23 years in the industry at the 2024 SBS Drama Awards, and Nam Ji Hyun taking home the Best Acting Award.

Now, with the news of Good Partner Season 2, fans are eagerly wondering if the original cast will return. Will Jang Na Ra and Nam Ji Hyun reprise their roles, or will new faces join the team? Lee Jong Suk, a close friend and fellow actor of Jang Na Ra, has expressed his excitement for the continuation of the series and fully supports his friend's success.

As discussions continue, fans are keeping their fingers crossed for the return of their favorite characters.

Stay tuned for more updates on this highly anticipated season.

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