This cut backstory explains the most intriguing relationship in Netflix’s ‘3 Body Problem’

Rosalind Chao is one of Jess Hong’s biggest fans.

“I’m going to embarrass you, so you can plug your ears if you want,” says Chao to her “3 Body Problem” co-star during a joint video call in the lead-up to the sci-fi series’ premiere. “Because I know you’re about to make that face.”

Hong, for her part, knows it’s best to play along and cups her hands over her ears. Chao’s periodic warnings punctuate the conversation: during her recounting of when she told series co-creator Alexander Woo that Hong’s casting was a coup, as well as when she reflects on how the Hollywood newcomer has handled the weight of the role and the spotlight.

The actors’ mutual respect and affection are quite the contrast to the falling-out their characters go through as scientists with opposing outlooks