Thanks to the remarkable performance of actor Seo Kang-joon, 'Undercover High School' is receiving absolute support from young viewers.

The 6th episode of MBC's Friday-Saturday drama 'Undercover High School' (written by Lim Young-bin, directed by Choi Jeong-in), which aired on the afternoon of the 8th, recorded a 3.3% viewership rating among those aged 20 to 49 (based on Nielsen Korea), claiming the top spot among all programs aired on Saturday. It not only recorded the only viewership rating over 3% among all channels for the 20-49 demographic but also broke its own record.

At the center of the rise in the 20-49 viewership rating for 'Undercover High School' is undoubtedly Seo Kang-joon. Seo Kang-joon's outstanding visuals and captivating acting are creating synergy that maximizes the immersion in the drama.

Seo Kang-joon perfectly orchestrates the relentless flow of action, crime, comedy, human interest, and romance in the drama. His intense emotional acting in the National Intelligence Service and comedic moments at school have focused viewers' attention on Seo Kang-joon's wide-ranging acting spectrum. Viewers continue to praise Seo Kang-joon's delicate acting skills with admiration after every episode.

The various visuals displayed by Seo Kang-joon through 'Undercover High School' are also a significant factor in its popularity. Utilizing Seo Kang-joon's handsome looks, he has appeared in various outfits from suits to school uniforms, military uniforms, martial arts uniforms, and recently, traditional Korean attire, effectively showcasing his visuals. Scenes that highlight Seo Kang-joon's looks have been reprocessed and shared widely in online communities and social media, garnering enthusiastic support from young viewers.

Based on the 'Seo Kang-joon effect,' 'Undercover High School' and Seo Kang-joon ranked first for two consecutive weeks in the TV-OTT drama and drama grants sectors recently announced by Good Data Corporation. Additionally, immediately after the broadcast, 'Undercover High School' ranked first in total viewership on the OTT platform Tving, demonstrating overwhelming popularity.

As 'Undercover High School' reaches a turning point, there is keen interest in what records it will set with Seo Kang-joon's proven visuals and acting skills.

[Photo] Provided by MBC 'Undercover High School.'

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