Kim Sung-jung Steals the Show With Hilarious Dating Advice in tvN's 'I Will Give You the Universe'

Actor Kim Sung-jung has once again proven why he is one of the most entertaining scene-stealers in Korean drama right now. In episodes 7 and 8 of tvN Wednesday-Thursday drama I Will Give You the Universe, which aired on February 25 and 26, Kim delivered another round of laugh-out-loud moments as the irrepressibly nosy deputy manager Jo Gyu-jeong of Planning Team 3.

The Dating Advice That Had Everyone Laughing

The highlight of the latest episodes came when team leader Park Yun-sung, played by Park Seo-ham, cautiously approached Jo Gyu-jeong for relationship advice. Trying to be subtle, Park Yun-sung framed his own situation as a hypothetical, asking what to do when a friend confessed to a woman he likes but she seems uncomfortable.

Jo Gyu-jeong, channeling the energy of a self-proclaimed dating guru, responded with unexpected sharpness. He dissected the meaning behind the discomfort with surprising insight, telling his boss that there are fundamentally different kinds of unease. He explained that the discomfort could stem from genuinely not wanting to be around someone, or it could be the nervous kind that actually signals hidden feelings.

But just when it seemed like he might actually give useful advice, Jo Gyu-jeong pulled the rug out from under his perfectionist team leader. He quipped that everyone is different and it is simply case by case, person by person, leaving Park Yun-sung visibly flustered. The moment perfectly encapsulated the character s charm: sharp enough to read people accurately, yet too carefree to commit to any real guidance.

A Growing Fan Favorite Since Episode One

Kim Sung-jung has been a consistent highlight of the drama since his very first appearance. In earlier episodes, his character razor-sharp observational skills drove key plot developments when he recognized Sun Tae-hyung, played by Bae In-hyuk, as the mysterious lobby man from a viral video. His triumphant shout of recognition sent shockwaves through the office and left newcomer Woo Hyun-jin, played by Noh Jung-ui, scrambling to maintain her cover.

The actor brings a naturalistic quality to the role that makes Jo Gyu-jeong feel like someone viewers might actually encounter in their own workplaces. His talent for balancing nosiness with genuine warmth has turned what could have been a one-note comedic character into a fully realized presence that viewers eagerly anticipate each week.

From Office Gossip to Essential Cast Member

Directed by Lee Hyun-seok and Jung Yeo-jin with scripts by Sujin and Shin Yi-hyun, I Will Give You the Universe has steadily built an ensemble cast that gives each character room to shine. Kim Sung-jung s performance is a prime example of how supporting roles can elevate an entire production when handed to the right actor.

His ability to toggle between the young-at-heart office busybody and a surprisingly perceptive colleague has added genuine texture to the drama workplace dynamics. Whether he is grilling coworkers about their personal lives or delivering unexpectedly sage observations about human nature, Kim Sung-jung continues to leave a lasting impression on audiences.

During a company dinner scene in the earlier broadcast run, Jo Gyu-jeong pressed Woo Hyun-jin about her relationship with Sun Tae-hyung, boldly asking whether the two were dating or still in the flirting stage. The directness of his questions, combined with Kim Sung-jung impeccable comedic timing, created one of the most talked-about moments of the week among viewers.

I Will Give You the Universe airs every Wednesday and Thursday at 10:40 PM KST on tvN.