tvN "My Dearest Nemesis" is continuing its hot global popularity, recording the number one viewership rating for three consecutive weeks in 118 countries overseas, thanks to the captivating allure of the age-gap couple played by Moon Ga-young and Choi Hyun-wook.
tvN Monday-Tuesday drama "My Dearest Nemesis" (directed by Lee Soo-hyun, written by Kim Soo-yeon) tells the story of the Head of Team Baek Soo-jung, who suffers from her first love that has become a dark history, and the Deputy Minister Ban Joo-yeon, who lives concealed with her otaku persona, the Black Dragon. The drama depicts the charming office romance of the '3rd generation chaebol' Ban Joo-yeon and Baek Soo-jung, who met each other as the worst fate in an online game during their childhood and are reunited at work.
Amid this, "My Dearest Nemesis" is garnering a hot response both domestically and internationally. On global OTT platform Rakuten Viki, "My Dearest Nemesis" entered the weekly rankings in the Americas, Europe, Oceania, the Middle East, and all of India, achieving the number one position in its first week of airing. Currently, it has maintained this position for three weeks. Notably, it has firmly held the top spot for three consecutive weeks in 118 countries, including key nations such as the Americas, Brazil, Mexico, France, and India.
In addition, on the Japanese online streaming service U-NEXT, it is currently ranked sixth in the overall rankings and fourth in the drama rankings, marking it as the number one among the currently airing Korean dramas. On Indonesia's leading OTT platform Vidio, it ranks third overall in dramas and first among Korean dramas, further proving its global box office success.
Especially through "My Dearest Nemesis," viewers both domestically and internationally continue to praise the chemistry of the age-gap couple played by Moon Ga-young (as Baek Soo-jung) and Choi Hyun-wook (as Ban Joo-yeon). Viki viewers commented, "Despite the clear contrast in status and age between Soo-jung and Joo-yeon, their shared dedication to work shows excellent chemistry" and "The bold Soo-jung with her opposite personality and the childlike side hidden in Joo-yeon create an intriguing romantic comedy." Additionally, on MyDramaList, it was noted as "a little sweet and a little salty romantic comedy. The chemistry between Soo-jung and Joo-yeon stands out" and "an addictive romance that perfectly balances humor and tension." An overseas viewer on social media shared, "Soo-jung's rebellious personality and Joo-yeon's playful side create dynamics through character variations, highlighting their contrasting traits that slowly ignite romance."
Regarding the enthusiastic praises from global fans, Moon Ga-young stated, "I am grateful that many people love the characters and immerse themselves with Baek Soo-jung. I hoped those watching 'My Dearest Nemesis' would gain joy and happiness, and I am incredibly pleased that many viewers, both domestically and internationally, are cheering for us. I hope you continue to enjoy the remaining episodes until the end."
Choi Hyun-wook also expressed, "I had some concerns as it was my first time playing the role of Deputy Minister, but I am truly grateful to all the actors and staff who embraced and portrayed Ban Joo-yeon and the Black Dragon as I wanted. I appreciate that the viewers enjoyed it because we all made it really fun together. The drama has already entered its latter half, but I hope you stay with us until the end."
As "My Dearest Nemesis" continues to raise expectations for its main broadcast, the Strawberry Dragon couple, who has sparked discussions both domestically and internationally with a new hit formula for age-gap couples, faces a crisis after discovering the identity of their dark history first love, and how they will overcome it is highly anticipated.
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