K-Drama To Watch? Latest Episode Of Ahn Eun Jin’s Melodrama Nearly Doubles Ratings

The K-Drama world is never short of surprises, and the latest sensation has audiences all over South Korea hooked. Historical melodrama My Dearest, featuring Ahn Eun Jin and Nam Koong Min, has managed to skyrocket its ratings in a short span of five episodes. Astonishingly, its latest episode has almost doubled the numbers.

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Nielsen Korea ratings illustrate an impressive trajectory for My Dearest. With the show’s premiere episode already winning over the hearts of audiences nationwide with a 5.4 percent rating, it seemed the show had struck gold right from the start.

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The rating was enough to make My Dearest occupy MBC’s prime Friday and Saturday 9:50 PM time slot. According to Nielsen Korea, it took over Numbers‘ place, which had a 4.7 percent rating.

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However, despite a slight dip in the second episode, which registered 4.3 percent, the series has been on an upward trajectory. The latest fifth episode registered a whopping 8.4 percent nationwide.

My Dearest Episode 5 Ratings in Nielsen korea (Nationwide & Seoul)

Ep 1 – 5.4% & 5.4%
Ep 2 – 4.3% & 4.4%
Ep 3 – 5.5% & 5.3%
Ep 4 – 5.2% & 5%
Ep 5 – 8.4%(+3.2%) & 8.3%(+3.3%)#MyDearest#MyDearestEp5 pic.twitter.com/thvjWczu6h

— Nonton Drakor (@Nonton_Kdrama) August 18, 2023

Set against the historically poignant backdrop of the Qing invasion in the Joseon period, My Dearest revolves around an intriguing love story that unfurls amidst societal chaos. Lee Jang Hyun, portrayed by the versatile Nam Koong Min, is a complex character with a facade of cheerfulness.

guys please watch my dearest this kdrama is so freakin good!#MyDearest pic.twitter.com/IPCTlEfWvf

— Bianca (@biukiee) August 13, 2023

This veneer conceals a profound secret that could threaten the very fabric of his existence. Enter Yoo Gil Chae, played by the effervescent Ahn Eun Jin, a confident noblewoman whose path crosses with Jang Hyun. Their intertwined fates, set against a dramatic period of Korean history, promise viewers a roller-coaster of emotions.

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Namkoong Min, the man behind the intriguing Lee Jang-Hyun, is no stranger to the limelight. With a string of critically acclaimed performances under his belt, including Remember: War of the Son, Doctor Prisoner, and One Dollar Lawyer, he brings a depth to his characters that has fans eagerly awaiting each new episode.

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On the other hand, Ahn Eun Jin, who brings Yoo Gil Chae to life, has had an impressive journey of her own. With standout performances in More Than Friends, Hospital Playlist, and The Good Bad Mother, she continues to leave an indelible mark on her audience’s minds.

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Her portrayal of a noblewoman trapped between love and societal expectations in My Dearest is both heartfelt and captivating.

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As the series continues to soar in popularity, one can only anticipate even more breathtaking episodes ahead. If you haven’t tuned in yet, now’s the perfect time to join the phenomenon.