Actor Seo Kang-joon is leading the drama's success with a triple attack of his face, acting, and chemistry.
Seo Kang-joon plays the role of National Intelligence Service agent Jung Hae-sung, who disguises himself as a high school student to recover gold bullion for Emperor Gojong, in MBC's 'Undercover High School.'
Highlighting Seo Kang-joon's accomplishment, 'Undercover High School' has drawn attention to the comprehensive gift set 'Seo Kang-joon Gift,' as it has monopolized various topics since its premiere, based on absolute support from viewers aged 20 to 49.
▲ Face attack…various style adaptation
Seo Kang-joon's outstanding visuals are one of the main weapons leading fans to 'Undercover High School.' In particular, Seo Kang-joon flawlessly adapts to various styles, including suits, school uniforms, military uniforms, judo uniforms, and traditional Korean clothing, marking the pinnacle of his 'face attack.' Amidst his overwhelming presence, 'Seo Kang-joon face' even trended in real-time on social media after the broadcasts.
▲ Acting attack…high character understanding
Through 'Undercover High School,' Seo Kang-joon showcases a broad acting spectrum. He displays a high character understanding while seamlessly transitioning through various genres with remarkable pacing control. Unlike the early drama's mood, which largely focused on comedic elements, the recent episodes have shifted to a storyline related to a missing father, allowing Seo Kang-joon's emotional acting to shine even more.
▲ Chemistry attack…perfect harmony with anyone
Seo Kang-joon's chemistry, which boasts perfect synergy with anyone, is also a key point driving the drama's success. He demonstrates solid teamwork with the National Intelligence Service Team 4 and blends seamlessly with hospital students, showcasing his delightful charm. Seo Kang-joon's high-density performance maximizes the immersion of the drama by creating intense psychological tension with opposing characters.
Thus, Seo Kang-joon is driving the popularity of 'Undercover High School,' which has entered a turning point by accumulating various attack points. Thanks to Seo Kang-joon's efforts, 'Undercover High School' has reached first place in the 20-49 rating (according to Nielsen Korea) and first place in topic relevance for TV-OTT dramas and actors, as announced by Good Data Corporation, raising expectations for future developments.
Meanwhile, MBC's 'Undercover High School,' featuring Seo Kang-joon, airs every Friday and Saturday at 9:50 p.m.
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