A Korean drama has become a hot topic after securing the top spot in overall TV ratings on Lunar New Year on January 29. The drama was watched by an impressive 1.886 million viewers nationwide, achieving a 9.6% viewership rating.
KBS1TV’s daily drama 'My Merry Marriage' claimed the top spot in TV ratings across all programs on the 29th, including terrestrial, cable, and comprehensive channels, during the prime time slot of the Seollal holiday.
Premiering on October 7, 2024, 'My Merry Marriage' is a follow-up to 'Suji & Uri' and airs daily on KBS1TV. The drama explores various aspects of marriage, including divorce, remarriage, and late-life marriages, while questioning the true meaning of happiness. Its humorous portrayal of family life resonates with viewers of all generations. It airs Monday to Friday at 8:30 PM, starring Park Hana, Park Sang Nam, Kim Sa Gwon, Lee Yeon Du, Yang Mi Kyeong, Choi Jae Sung, and Ban Hyo Jeong.
According to Nielsen Korea, the ratings for January 29 confirmed the drama’s continued popularity, with 'My Merry Marriage' maintaining its lead. The 79th episode of the drama featured a pivotal moment when Dan Su learns the identity of her long-lost mother and a tense scene when Chairman Hwang pushes forward the competition for a successor.
Meanwhile, Min Ki anxiously asks Gong Hee to step down from the "Holy Project" and witnesses Gong Hee attempting to comfort Dan Su with some food from her family.
On Seollal, the drama achieved an impressive 9.6% viewership rating, with about 1.886 million viewers. It overtook MBC's 'Sohn’s Questions' to claim the overall TV ratings lead for the holiday.
MBC’s 'Sohn’s Questions' recorded a viewership of approximately 1.692 million viewers and an 8.6% rating. The political debate program, hosted by Sohn Seok Hee, featured discussions on major political topics such as martial law, the arrest of President Yoon Suk Yeol, and more.
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