Web novel author Lee Nak-jun addresses 3 billion won income rumors

Lee Nak-jun, a former ENT specialist turned web novel author, will reveal the story behind his decision to leave the stable life of a doctor to pursue a career as a creator. Having gained fame as the original author of the Netflix series "The Trauma Code: Heroes on Call," he is set to personally clarify the truth behind the "3 billion won income rumors" that surfaced following the work's success, as well as his plans for future projects.

The KBS2 entertainment program "Malja Show," airing on the 24th, will feature a special episode titled "The World of Occupations." Appearing as a guest, Lee is the original web novel author of "The Trauma Code: Heroes on Call," a former ENT specialist, and one of the three doctors from the YouTube channel "Doctor Friends." "Doctor Friends" is a well-known channel with 1.42 million subscribers that delivers medical information to the public in an accessible way.

Lee will also share an anecdote from his first meeting with actor Ju Ji-hoon, who played the protagonist Baek Kang-hyuk in "The Trauma Code: Heroes on Call." He plans to describe the unique emotions he felt while witnessing his created character being brought to life through an actor's interpretation.

He will also address the economic buzz surrounding his work's success. Lee will provide a detailed explanation regarding rumors that he earned 3 billion won from "The Trauma Code: Heroes on Call" and will share news regarding the video rights contract for his next project.

The most notable aspect of Lee's career is the timing of his transition. He left a medical career, widely regarded as a stable profession, to become a web novel writer. Notably, he chose to become a full-time writer before "The Trauma Code: Heroes on Call" achieved its current level of massive success.

By giving up significant professional assets like a medical license and specialist credentials to enter the highly uncertain field of creative writing, his decision carries weight beyond a simple career change. His journey serves as an example of building a unique niche by converting medical expertise into creative material and narrative resources.

The broadcast will also cover realistic career concerns. Lee will offer advice to an audience member who has changed jobs seven times, and as a former physician, he will share his views on the "medical school entrance craze," where children are prepared for medical school as early as elementary school.

His perspective—having experienced the medical profession firsthand before choosing a different path—is expected to resonate with those struggling to balance job stability, aptitude, and personal fulfillment.

Host Kim Young-hee will listen to the concerns of audience members from various walks of life, including flight attendants and sanitation workers, to seek solutions on-site. The episode will also feature a moment where Kim cautiously asks Lee if he would consider a cameo in his next work, which is expected to draw laughter due to his unexpected response.

Lee's journey from doctor to web novel author and then to the original creator of video content demonstrates a new professional model born from combining specialized expertise with creative talent. The success of "The Trauma Code: Heroes on Call" is providing an opportunity to re-examine his bold career choices beyond the mere commercial success of a single work.