Drama viewership ratings for the week of Mar. 6-12, 2017
by HeadsNo2
(Un)happy Daylight Savings Time, everyone! (Seriously, why is this still a thing?) But in drama news, Defendant broke its own records yet again with a walloping 24.9% this week, which has me thinking that we should actually be grateful they only extended the show by two episodes. Had Defendant been pulling these numbers at the time of the extension, maybe SBS would have been a little more reluctant to let their ratings cow go with only one more week of scheduled content. Luckily for us, the extension can’t really be felt yet, and hopefully it won’t ever be. (*prays to drama gods*)
Meanwhile, Chief Kim saw a slight drop in the middle of the week, but it’s still by and large the undisputed champion of the Wednesday-Thursday time slot. Missing 9 bowed out at an okay 4.2% (in keeping with the numbers it’s been pulling in for a long while now), while Saimdang, Light’s Diary is managing to keep its head above water in the double digits. Next week will be sure to shake some things up, but it’d be surprising if Saimdang suddenly took the spotlight at this point.
Cable darling Strong Woman Do Bong-soon reached a new high this week at 8.7%, which seems well-deserved for such a delightful show. I can’t help but feel bad for Tomorrow With You, which even dropped below the 1% mark this week, but you can’t win ’em all.
As far as weekend shows go, Father Is Weird got off to a great start after taking over the slot left by Laurel Tree Tailors, though it doesn’t seem like it’s going to reach the 30% mark anytime soon. You’re Too Much has some catching up to do to its predecessor (Blow Breeze), since right now, it’s pulling in average-to-low numbers for a drama meant to be the next hit weekender. How’s the makjang level in any of the weekend shows? Anything so crazy it’s worth watching?
Drama viewership ratings for the week of Mar. 6-12, 2017
| Ep. # | Station | Rating | |
| Monday, Mar. 6 | |||
| Perfect Wife | 3 | KBS | 5.1% |
| Rebel: Thief Who Stole the People | 11 | MBC | 10.3% |
| Defendant | 13 | SBS | 23.7% |
| Introverted Boss | 13 | tvN | 1.7% |
| Tuesday, Mar. 7 | |||
| Perfect Wife | 4 | KBS | 4.9% |
| Rebel: Thief Who Stole the People | 12 | MBC | 10.5% |
| Defendant | 14 | SBS | 24.9% |
| Introverted Boss | 14 | tvN | 1.7% |
| Wednesday, Mar. 8 | |||
| Chief Kim | 13 | KBS | 16.8% |
| Missing 9 | 15 | MBC | 4.0% |
| Saimdang, Light’s Diary | 13 | SBS | 10.3% |
| Thursday, Mar. 9 | |||
| Chief Kim | 14 | KBS | 17.1% |
| Missing 9 | 16 | MBC | 4.2% |
| Saimdang, Light’s Diary | 14 | SBS | 10.5% |
| Friday, Mar. 10 | |||
| Strong Woman Do Bong-soon | 5 | JTBC | 7.1% |
| Tomorrow With You | 11 | tvN | 0.9% |
| Saturday, Mar. 11 | |||
| Father Is Weird | 3 | KBS | 21.4% |
| You’re Too Much | 3 | MBC | 10.0% |
| Father, I’ll Take Care of You | 34 | MBC | 10.7% |
| Our Gap-soon | 52 | SBS | 14.2% |
| Our Gap-soon | 53 | SBS | 18.1% |
| Strong Woman Do Bong-soon | 6 | JTBC | 8.7% |
| Voice | 15 | OCN | 4.8% |
| Tomorrow With You | 12 | tvN | 1.1% |
| Sunday, Mar. 12 | |||
| Father Is Weird | 4 | KBS | 24.4% |
| You’re Too Much | 4 | MBC | 12.9% |
| Father, I’ll Take Care of You | 35 | MBC | 13.2% |
| Voice | 16 | OCN | 5.6% |
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1 mindy
March 12, 2017 at 3:08 AM
So sad for Tomorrow With You and so happy for Strong Woman Do Bong-soon. Ah, my conflicted heart!
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spazmo
March 12, 2017 at 4:09 AM
these ratings don't matter -- there are those of us that totally love Tomorrow With You, in spite of these numbers from Korea.
it seems the korean audience loves the usual makjang stories and they don't respond to the more creative, newer format dramas...
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OppaOppa
March 12, 2017 at 4:12 AM
Totally Agree!
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kanz
March 12, 2017 at 5:02 AM
These ratings don't matter much to us, but they matter a lot for public and tv broadcasts. Basically, if your drama scores high ratings, the TV station will be poured with ads money and also higher recognition for the drama. They could use it to market the drama to China, Japan, Taiwan, Southeast Asia, and the rest of the world. Your beloved leads would also gain higher reputation, popularity, and offered more CFs, projects, fan meetings, etc.
At the end of the day, tv stations in Korea still treat ratings = business, good ratings = good business+possible extension, low ratings = loss+possible episodes cut.
I myself don't really care about ratings, but when my favorite shows got very low ratings, e.g Missing Nine, Tomorrow With You, it hurts a little.
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sancheezy
March 12, 2017 at 5:32 AM
"it seems the korean audience loves the usual makjang stories and they don’t respond to the more creative, newer format dramas…"
please, don't insult another viewer just because they don't like their drama,
even i-fans find it mediocre and boring too,
why don't just admit that the show maybe not a good one?
reflect on itself before judging others
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Sera The Ms Temper
March 12, 2017 at 5:39 AM
Agree with you, although I like TWY but I also can understand why the rating is low. Just because our fav show doesn't get the rating like we want, it seems wrong to conclude the overall taste of Koreans mostly on makjang. Chief Kim, SWDBS - all achieve high rating and they are not usual makjang. The standard makjang drama like MBC weekend drama, both received low rating so far. Koreans also welcome the drama with new and creative concept like Signal and W.
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bd5
March 12, 2017 at 11:31 PM
Please - just like shows like "Beverly Hills 90201", "Melrose Place", "Grey's Anatomy" and the like were hits (much less, "Baywatch" for a syndicated show) - doesn't mean they were quality shows.
And many quality shows don't get the viewership that they deserve - whether it be here in the States or Korea.
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Steph
March 13, 2017 at 12:28 PM
agreed. imo TWY is just a niche show. some people can pulled in and some can't get past a few episodes because it's just not their style. i've seen that in both the ratings in s. korea and the comments made by i-fans on multiple k-drama oriented sites. it's just not for everyone. i think it's wrong to assume koreans just have bad taste, but it's also pretty misguided to say that the drama isn't doing well because it's bad.
Nu
March 13, 2017 at 3:11 AM
I agree. As much as I wanted to like it, I can't finish it. It doesn't engage me, and I feel nothing for the characters. I'm sorry, but I don't think it's a good drama.
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yrlvv
March 12, 2017 at 6:35 AM
SWDBS appear to wider audience while TMY has limit audience, hence the rating. Even in DB, SWDBS always has double comments compare to TMY. SWDBS is popular and TMY is not, simple as that.
PBY and PHS as capable of actors as SMA and LHJ. PBY act cute much cuter than SMA. PHS looks much more like an CEO than LHJ. Watching SWDBS with smile on your face but TMY is sad and frustration.
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irdina
March 12, 2017 at 8:31 AM
I believe you meant to say, "appeal" rather than "appear".
Idk about you, but I don't think just bc a character is a CEO they have to flaunt every ounce of wealth they have. And obviously Tomorrow With You would be much more sad than Do Bong Soon, it's a romantic melodrama and the plot revolves around both of them dying some time in the future.
I don't know what kind of point you tried to make by comparing the actors, but it seems a bit rude. The main leads on both shows are capable actors, I'd argue that the leads on Tomorrow With You are better actors (or at least more experienced) but I know that's not the point in case.
Basically I get that it's fine that most people might enjoy Do Bong Soon than Tomorrow With You, but let us fans wallow in self pity bc of the ratings in peace, okay?
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yrlvv
March 12, 2017 at 10:41 AM
AMH has made the company all by himself while YSJ made company by trick, go to the future, see what land gonna make money. DBS is cute. She is annoying but she is really cute.
Both of DBS characters are easy to like, easy to understand while TMY characters are messy, their actions are frustrated, the drama can be sad but at least have good reasons to be sad about.
Both of the drama start at the same rating 3.8%, so their star quality and marketing was the same at the beginning.
neslinin
March 12, 2017 at 8:56 PM
@Chi I really couldn't get your comparisons. You think the leads in SWDBS are more likeable, because you liked that drama more. Like, duh? Of course you'd like the characters in a show that you like, and vice versa.
For example, I'd come up with a totally opposite comparison. DBS's acting like a kid all the time and not being able to control her powers got on my nerves and I actually dropped the drama. Also, the drama felt like specifically formulated for ratings, like "let's put some gay ambiguity here, a cross-dressing there, add a little bit of socially unaware female lead, and some murder mystery too, etc" I felt like they're trying hard for this rating points, and this interferes with my enjoyment from this show. I understand that the show is cracky and fun for most, but not for me.
On the other hand, I liked TWY, it's an unassuming, calm, mature, relationship-centered drama for me, and hence, I liked the characters in it too.
Nevertheless, comparing the leading characters of the two completely different shows based on your feelings about them is not making sense to me.
bd5
March 12, 2017 at 11:32 PM
While TWY is a romantic melodrama, it does have its humorous moments - where the humor is so much better done than in many so-called romcoms.
alasecond
March 12, 2017 at 6:36 AM
That is an offensive comment..
who decides whose taste in drama is more creative or just preference for a not well made drama..
My point is.. if you like something appreciate it by all means but simultaneously do not directly/indirectly look down upon others' choices..
I sensed a criticism in your comment hence replied. If I misunderstood then plz do ignore the comment
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Samdong
March 12, 2017 at 8:01 AM
Me too so sad for TWY! It was a thrilling and emotional ride. I was crying and squeeing with LJH and SMN along the drama.
I hope more people like it though it's not everyone's cup of tea. I see each conflict is different and progressed, and we have to think a little more to be mindfucked hahaha
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2 DongniPongni
March 12, 2017 at 3:13 AM
None of the new weekend dramas are looking interesting to me so I've been watching some daily dramas instead. I know they can get boring and draggy eventually, but I'm loving Person who Gives happiness and Just Loving You at the moment.
And also, I declare the best (and craziest) hero in k-dramas ever!
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DongniPongni
March 12, 2017 at 3:14 AM
Sigh...
And also, I declare MINHYUK the best (and craziest) hero in k-dramas ever!
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gadis
March 12, 2017 at 3:20 AM
I'll take his craziness and quirkiness over the usual cold, jerk male lead any day. He is so sweet and swoon worthy.
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sancheezy
March 12, 2017 at 4:52 AM
he is a lovable misfits
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I hope I use the term right
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Jamie Opso
March 12, 2017 at 7:04 PM
I think you did, sancheezy. :)
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3 Grapes
March 12, 2017 at 3:20 AM
I am glad too that Defendant didn't get more episodes extension although i love the show and i will miss it when it's over.
also Voice will be over today, i hope for a good ending, yesterday episode was good.
I think Chief Kim should've been 16 episodes, but i still enjoy it.
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4 voice
March 12, 2017 at 3:22 AM
really liking Father is Weird, Father I'll Take Care of You on the other hand is giving me a headache with all the annoying characters but i'm probably going to stick through it till the end.
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Grapes
March 12, 2017 at 3:53 AM
I stopped watching father I'll take care of you 2 weeks ago, since the annoying sister came, She's worst than Mi Joo and Eun Jeong, i will pick it up maybe when HW knows that SJ is his brother.
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Sera The Ms Temper
March 12, 2017 at 4:22 AM
Who is Eun Jeong? Or is it Jeong Eun? lol.
But agreeeee i want to slap and smack Jeong Hwa 1000 times. You know last week the eldest DIL made her fall haha. It was so satisfying. Hae Sook or whaever second DIL's name was also funny. I thought she won't put up with Jeong Hwa but she concluded she doesnt want to make herself stress because of her. She said, an adult cannot be changed, same goes to her husband. lol.
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Grapes
March 12, 2017 at 4:41 AM
Yes Jeong Eun lol, I don't remember all the names, Seong Hun, Dong Hwi, Mi Jo, Hee Sook, that's all I remember.
Which episode was the fall I should watch that, i love the eldest DIL she's my favorite character. I hope someone will put her in her place, MJ is nothing compared to her.
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Sera The Ms Temper
March 12, 2017 at 4:59 AM
Last week's episode, epi 32 or 33 i dont remember.
Jeong Hwa so far the deserve all my hatred lol. I can get if she is rude to others but not towards her parents. She even treated her mom like her maid. Urghh.
The DIL are my favourite in this drama, second DIL is my fav too although at times she is annoying. lmao.
manisha
March 15, 2017 at 11:04 AM
I surprisingly started liking Hee Suk for past few episodes! She was one character i hated so much since the beginning but now she's cracking me up with her ignorance towards everything else and trying to make Chang soo an opera singer
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Sera The Ms Temper
March 12, 2017 at 3:54 AM
Father I'll Take Care of You : Jeong Hwa or whatever her name seriously annoyed me the most.
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Sera The Ms Temper
March 12, 2017 at 4:28 AM
Father is Weird : It crossed my mind that maybe the father is not their actual father. Loving this drama so far. The lawyer sister is so petty and hilarious. I would want to see sibling fights again. lol. The only son probably should go help their parents or work at restaurant for eg. instead of preparing for exam that he lost his interest already. Spoiler : latest episode hinted that he is a good cook.
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5 berries
March 12, 2017 at 3:34 AM
Swdbs keep it up~~~
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6 Sera The Ms Temper
March 12, 2017 at 4:05 AM
SBS finally beat both MBC weekend drama. Although I cannot say Our Gabsoon is better. All are headache but I am still watching lol. Only Father is Strange is quite interesting for me so far.
Introverted Boss - will this drama ever get 2% on finale episodes?
I am curious what Defendant will get on finale week. Maybe 25% -26%.
SWDBS - A bit overrated. But since this is jTBC drama I am happy since last year most of my fav drama from jTBC.
Crossing my fingers to see Chief Kim get 20%. Looking forward for Radiant Office as well.
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wapz
March 12, 2017 at 4:10 AM
Yes overrated might be the word to describe SWDBS. I do like it but I don't feel any connection to it neither do I find the need to watch it every time.
Sera, have you seen episode 12 of TWY? This one brought my wavering interest back.
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Sera The Ms Temper
March 12, 2017 at 4:18 AM
I am only happy for SWDBS getting the high rating because of jTBC which consistently produced good drama from last year. This year gonna be like a prize for them (still early to say the same on Man to Man but I predict it will pull off some good rating too).
I haven't watched TWY latest episodes yet, going to do it tonight. I am spending some time to pick up on Saimdang?
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imbuk
March 12, 2017 at 5:53 AM
Sorry to butt in, in your conversation. But episode 12 was amazing. Ma rin is just awesome. When do we get a drama heroine who is so decisive and takes her happiness and fate into her her own hands?
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imbuk
March 12, 2017 at 5:54 AM
*where do we get a drama
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Sera The Ms Temper
March 12, 2017 at 7:15 AM
You are always welcome to butt in, Imbuk!
Thanks for your comment. I will watch it soon. ?
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imbuk
March 12, 2017 at 8:42 AM
Thank you, Sera! :)
Looking forward to know what you feel about this week's episodes.
Grapes
March 12, 2017 at 4:45 AM
I doubt that Cheif Kim will hit 20% specially after the drop last week but i will be happy if it happened, the cast and the writer deserves it.
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Sera The Ms Temper
March 12, 2017 at 5:01 AM
We have 6 episodes to go. so maybe it will happen. Even it won't the current number is already good enough. I also want Radiant Office kick off with good rating next week. ?
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Grapes
March 12, 2017 at 5:17 AM
It's weird that MBC has no hits recently, that made me worry about Ruler I hope it will have a decent ratings for my girl Kim Seo Hyun.
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Sera The Ms Temper
March 12, 2017 at 5:43 AM
MBC's strength mostly on sageuk, so I hope Ruler will do well too. I dont remember the last MBC drama that was a hit, last year W got good rating but it was not a hit.
ET
March 12, 2017 at 7:41 AM
I wish Radiant Office well too. Go Ah Sung did great in the trailers.
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satsuki92
March 12, 2017 at 6:39 AM
i'm still crossing my fingers and holding out on the hope that it will!! i came into 2017 full of kdrama hopes and so far only chief kim has met my expectations (well maybe it has to do with the emotional resonance from being in the corporate world as well *sigh*)
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Sera The Ms Temper
March 12, 2017 at 7:16 AM
Honestly I never thought Chief Kim will be a rating hit. But yes we never know. ?
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sancheezy
March 12, 2017 at 5:29 AM
I think SWDBS is not overrated, it just popular
I feel like TMY is way overrated
every one on the Bong soon recapped admit it faults but show how they enjoy the good side of its,
it captivated its viewer and I think the rating show that people find it funny, romantic and some find it weird or stay for the couple
in TMY, almost all praise it to high heaven, said that no one understand this perfectly well made drama while more people don't care,
overrated means people rate it more than it deserved, not high rating show can be overrated, like Moon Lovers and high rating so too like OHY and Goblin
TLDR : SWDBS is just popular
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Sera The Ms Temper
March 12, 2017 at 5:50 AM
You could be true, I am referring to both rating and ppl's opinion, not only in this site but other sites. too. Like I said not that I dissatisfying with the rating, I just feel it is bit overrated. Chill.
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sancheezy
March 12, 2017 at 6:52 AM
I am actually disagreeing with the use of term overrated, because some show just popular without being a perfect show but successful enough to gained audience that will stay for a long time like goong or autumn tale or even the infamous boys over flower, they can be bad but not always bad because the appeals for majority stays with their audience.
Overrrated for me is some show also regarded so high more than it should get, it can be popular and not like oh hae young, moon lovers, healer, goblin and also tomorrow with you.
the reason why I say overrated is based on the review and the commenter on the spesific drama,
the popular show will still have the audience who like it and critics it every time it aired but don't lose viewer,
overrated show will boil down to a perfect review by the only handful or many who watched and love it nonetheless and would be likely to deflated all the criticism as
"the viewer don't get it"
I am sorry to be harsh but that is really how I see the review for the drama mentioned.
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Sera The Ms Temper
March 12, 2017 at 7:18 AM
I dont take it as something harsh, so no worries. We all agree to disagree?
Chandler
March 12, 2017 at 10:44 AM
This is how I've always considered it:
Overrated= when a show gets higher ratings than you think it deserves
Overhyped= when individual fans hype a show up more than you think it deserves
So certain people finding TWY overhyped by fans, I can understand. But it's definitely underrated when it comes to viewership ratings. I'm not saying it deserves Goblin's ratings, but it does deserve move than 1%.
CQB
March 12, 2017 at 12:16 PM
I agree with that distinction, Chandler.
I've always disliked both terms, however. I guess I just like what I like, and if others have other preferences that are reflected in ratings and/or fan passion, great.
Gwinna
March 12, 2017 at 1:46 PM
In my opinion, if someone gets something out of a show, then that show has value (if only to them). Popular shows, even if they have flaws, must be giving entertainment to a bunch of people in order to be popular, and therefore they have value in that regard. But by the same token, a show without majority appeal but with a small devoted fanbase also has value, because those few people are enjoying it a lot. So I don't actually think it makes sense to say that a show is either overrated or overhyped, because both ratings and hype just reflect that someone is finding value in that show.
In any case (and this is just a general comment, not directed at anyone specifically) it probably pointless to argue about what ratings or hype a show deserves, since everyone will like what they like and dislike what they dislike regardless.
Sloth
March 12, 2017 at 6:51 AM
Right, i dont know why people say a drama is overrated just because they didnt like it? People have different preferences so if they praise it and has high ratings it doesnt mean its overrated. They must have seen something in the drama that they cannot see in other dramas
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boomboompow
March 12, 2017 at 6:28 AM
I think a lot of our love goes towards SWDBS is because nothing else is as cracky (feel good-y?) as it is at the momentl, so it gets our full attention.
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Dana
March 12, 2017 at 11:59 AM
I agree with you about SWDBS being overrated. Everyone is acting like it's the best thing since slice bread and i'm like, meh. I know that the show makes people laugh but I find it to be over the top with its comedy and the show is not balancing the different genres well.
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yrlvv
March 12, 2017 at 5:15 PM
You should say PBY and PHS are overrated, not SWDBS. People are crazy about them, not the drama.
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7 wapz
March 12, 2017 at 4:05 AM
So sad to see TWY get low ratings. It was one show I really looked forward to this year and though it is not as I expected it to be, it is still so good.
I specially liked episode 12 because it reminded me of my I liked this how a lot in the beginning. The realism between all the relationships is what shines the most for me which is amazingly conveyed in the dialogues, acting and shots. I especially like Director Kim's acting, he has an amazing control over his actions which does not let him overact. He was very convincing as a normal guy and he is even more convincing as a normal guy gone bad now rather than all those evil people in big corporations who go crazy in other dramas.
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Evy
March 12, 2017 at 3:55 PM
I completely agree. I was really excited about Lee Je Hoon and Shin Min Ah being a drama couple, and I was expecting a lot from the story. Now, Yoo So Joon as a character is quite lacking, especially when you compare it to the overall tone of the story. And I wanted to see much more of them in the process of falling in love, but I just adore Song Ma Rin (and obviously SMA too). She's such a relatable, realistic character that I can't help feel really sad when she's hurting and have a big smile on my face when she's happy. Yoo So Joon can be very frustrating but when he shows affection for Ma Rin it just melts my heart.
Overall I faithfully watch TWY because despite its flaws, I have invested a lot in the story. and MaRin is my babygirl of course, so I feel sad that it's not getting the recognition it deserves in the form of ratings, because that what they see first
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8 LazuardiK
March 12, 2017 at 4:42 AM
Huh, i tought your 2 last sentences are about current political climate in South Korea..
It sure fells like drama, a makjang that ends in poetic justice..
But i think the sequel will soon follow.. with nukes and chinese boycott..
I don't know if it's ok to talk politic here, but with heightened tension, i can't help but feel worry about our favourite K-dramas and beloved actors there..
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alasecond
March 12, 2017 at 6:46 AM
If anything, opposition party if comes into power will gain chinese approval.. Park was the headliner.. and any softness towards NK is a plus with china..
but ya its funny in an ironic way.. the one time this happened is when US has an eccentric president (or not..i think he is just a showman.. a businessman of that astute sense can't , should not and will not be a bad manager of economic and political relations.
Anyway, what's the point.. almost every country has one pesky neighbour.. with whom reconciliation is impossible.. I wonder why people bother to keep sentimentalizing the divide.. be truthful and not foolishly expectant of some emotional coming together of people from the two nations. Move on.. prosper and protect yourself
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alasecond
March 12, 2017 at 6:47 AM
hardliner*
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Yimmi
March 12, 2017 at 8:53 AM
In complete agreement with you about the President. It's so nice to see a comment I can support for once! Haha! Anyway, I can see your point about NK but one of the reasons I love SK is because they are a sentimental and warmhearted people. I just wonder if as you've pointed out if they are fully prepared to accept that this might not be one big family reunion when the walls fall down (or maybe it will be). I hope for them.
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alasecond
March 12, 2017 at 10:52 AM
People only want to live.. if walls fall down and that makes life easy..everyone would hop on..
Its not just NK and SK, take India-pakistan, take the gulf, India china, ukraine and neighbours, the new african nations..
everyone has similar problems.. its a waste of time, effort, and strategic investments to keep pretending. And honestly even tv shows must be given strict orders to not unnecessarily promote that is a waste of effort whil emaking govts who take a hard step look bad..
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alasecond
March 12, 2017 at 10:54 AM
lol.. i won a lot of bets on trump..
since the time he came on scene.. and made his agenda known. about attacking the emotional pain points.. i knew he would win..
The day the results were announced.. i was happily feating sub's sandwiches..
i think close to 10 bets i won that day
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9 bips99
March 12, 2017 at 5:07 AM
i haven't really got a crack drama after goblin. or even something that remotely interests me.
SWDBS i thought was perrrfect in the first episode but its sort of losing its sheen. A lot of it feels like disconnected random scenes inserted because they are "cute" -
like DBS sneaking into that man's car and then damaging it when the confrontation was already over with no harm done to any party, no matter how rude that man was. plus the stupid gangster scenes.
So i am going to credit the ratings to the ridiculously adorably actors and the fact that it is the only rom com on air right now
*sigh* ..... i'm going through a terrible drama slump. And i have not seen any promising teaser of any new show.
is there something good coming up beanies ???
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gadis
March 12, 2017 at 5:16 AM
Personally, I love Do Bong-soon. But like you said, it was mostly because no other romcom airing right now. And it's kinda great to watch something that doesn't require me to think hard about it.
I'm excited about Whisper. It seems like it will have the perfect combination of melo-romance-thriller. And also cautiously waiting more news on Chichago Typewriter.
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missjb
March 12, 2017 at 5:29 AM
i hope i'm wrong like i though about tomorrow with you screenwriters, but i don't trust chicago typewriter screenwriters. but will watch it for appreciation im soo jung comeback to dramaland and my beautiful bride PD nim.
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gadis
March 12, 2017 at 5:47 AM
Yeah, I'm a bit worried about Chicago's writer. So far, usually the actors are the one who carried the burden of her show, and since the casts this time are really great, I still have high hope for it to turn out good.
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bips99
March 12, 2017 at 5:48 AM
Thanks! .... i completely forgot about chicago typewriter... Yoo ah in !!!!
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Sera The Ms Temper
March 12, 2017 at 6:07 AM
Introverted Boss and Perfect Wife are both also romcom too. But unpopular ones and low rated. . But I think viewers need to give a chance for PW too. Despite of no candy actors (except Sung Joon),so far this drama is quite great imo.
Upcoming drama: Radiant Office looks fun and I am looking forward to Chicago Typewriter.
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eunchans
March 12, 2017 at 7:20 AM
Perfect Wife isn't a rom com, it's a mystery drama.
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Sera The Ms Temper
March 12, 2017 at 7:57 AM
I was wrong. I thought it is romcom, but its genre is melodrama and romance.
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bips99
March 12, 2017 at 9:07 AM
Introverted boss started with about 3% ratings which were good. The reviews were so so bad that it fell and never recovered.
And perfect wife had no buzz
Which makes me think that people are itching for a good breezy light romcom.
Isn't it strange that kdramas were known initially for their romcoms but there has hardly been anything which is NOT heavy duty in recent times. Nothing happy types
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Sera The Ms Temper
March 12, 2017 at 9:43 AM
For Introvert Boss - I think it got slightly better but this is kind of show, where no second chance will be given. I guess. Not that I am whining for low rating too.
Perfect Wife like you said no buzz. Probably because no big names.
I thought kdrama mostly known for romance melodrama initially? Like what started the hallyu waves were drama like Autumn In My Heart (2000) Winter Sonata (2002) - all are melodrama. Then romcom drama came like Full House (2004) and My Girl (2005) which were really popular that time.
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10 Narsha
March 12, 2017 at 5:16 AM
JTBC dramas are 1000 times better than the tvN ones the last year.
tvN had a lot of flops this last year.
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Grapes
March 12, 2017 at 5:21 AM
Last year Tvn had many hits I don't recall any flops other than Entourage, maybe Cinderella and 4 knights, this year they had IB, TWY as a flops.
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Grapes
March 12, 2017 at 5:23 AM
But i do agree that JTBC was my favorite last year, i only watched Signal, Let's Fight Ghost, Goblin on tvn last year, I dropped OHY and The K2.
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kanz
March 12, 2017 at 7:50 AM
I agree, compared to tvN dramas, I liked JTBC dramas more last year.. I was so enamored with Mirror of The Witch (not without flaws) and Miss Temper and Nam Jung Ki, heck I even like Madame Antoine.
OTOH, I only like Goblin, half of K2 (basically only JCW and SYA), and Signal.
With the recent trend, it should be worrying for tvN if they lose their appeal and fanbase to JTBC or worse to OCN.
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Sera The Ms Temper
March 12, 2017 at 7:24 AM
How I wished Introverted Boss and Tomorrow With You could at least get Cinderella's rating, though. We considered it as a flop last year, but see what happened with both TVN drama at the moment.
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inxomnia
March 12, 2017 at 7:59 AM
C4K wasn't really a flop though - material wise, it wasn't probably lacklustre (still enjoyable for probably 60-70% of the show). But ratings wise, it did pretty well for a cable show, esp compared to some of the lower rated ones.
It's strange when I hear dramas that did well (especially against people's expectation) called a flop. I've heard people call Squad 38 and Wife's Affiar flops as well and they both did really well for cable dramas esp for OCN and JTBC.
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Grapes
March 12, 2017 at 8:59 AM
That's why I said maybe because C4K was the lowest ratings after Entourage for tvn last year, I don't know if it reached the 2% I forgot. And I forgot to mention that I watched it too.
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Sera The Ms Temper
March 12, 2017 at 9:00 AM
Squad 38 and My Wife's Affair definitely not a flop for cable. Maybe they didnt know difference between cable and public stations.
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Sera The Ms Temper
March 12, 2017 at 8:58 AM
I was a jTBC girl last year, but I also loved many TVN drama too like Signal, Oh Hae Young, CITT (before the mess), The Good Wife, Dear My Friend, K2 and Drinking Solo. Basically I was a cable girl last year before back to public stations this year. ?
I think it is pretty early to decide the overall perfomance of both stations, although it is correct to say TVN didnt has a good a start while jTBC and OCN rwally had a good start of the year.
Actually the most drama I am looking forward to this year are Season 2 of Age of Youth and Drinking Solo. I hope there will be more news about thesr two drama.
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missjb
March 12, 2017 at 5:33 AM
i appreciate tvn willing to create tomorrow with you, despite being a trendy drama, has alot of substance. i agree though in general I'm more fond of jtbc. can't wait to watch kim won suk drama man to man
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jaderjylsk
March 13, 2017 at 4:02 AM
True about TVN being in a little bit of a slump - but I think it's normal. I don't think there's been any channel that has been consistently good forever so I think it comes and goes. I say that 'cos I'm a TVN girl through and through, I love the shows they've been churning out both in dramas and variety.
My only wish is that those people at TVN do not go the ratings-are-more-important-than-content route what with all the success they've had and of course the higher profit targets and stuff. If they start cutting down episodes like other broadcasters have done before I'll cry *crossesfingers*
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11 sancheezy
March 12, 2017 at 5:23 AM
I just watch the preview for do bong soon next week and I am dying of happiness,
I can see that the cut is abrupt and weird,
but the soundtrack , the culprit revelation,
it just at the right time and the romance,
awww, I am giddy like I felt them,
yeah it looks like a cliche move but again, I think the execution makes up for all,
I feel satisfied with my dose of laugh, happy feeling and absurd things that happen,
I even laugh at the little gangsta vs the big gangsta
I think it because the scene actually use a lot in gangster movie, many scene seems like a familiar parody of some sort,
the hero + the brain in the main romance
the classic one side love with the second lead
the makjang family drama with the family
the comedy with the weird things happen
the mafia movie with all the connection
this is definitely comedy with romance for me
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gadis
March 12, 2017 at 5:52 AM
I'm also giddy watching the preview. It's about time Bong-soon shows some appreciation for Min-hyuk. I know this drama has many faults, but I just love how it made me laugh and swoon every week.
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Sancheezy
March 12, 2017 at 6:26 AM
when she falls for minhyuk,
there's no escaping,
I mean, we've been there [hahahaha]
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Namu 🐧
March 12, 2017 at 8:06 AM
Hyungsickness is real!!!
I mean I can ignore all of that bad editing because of Minhyuk alone !
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12 wackycashew
March 12, 2017 at 6:05 AM
Continue to be so happy that SWDBS is receiving so much love. PHS-PBY-JS are such a lovely trio. Makes me smile and laugh every week. ❤️
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13 ano
March 12, 2017 at 6:46 AM
I LOVE SWDBS!!!????
Although the story is beyond logic and plot moves like a snail, I love it. PHS-PBY are the cutest couple.
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14 alasecond
March 12, 2017 at 6:54 AM
Bok Soo n Vs Bok Soon i :P
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15 ET
March 12, 2017 at 7:36 AM
I am looking forward to Radiant Office although I am less optimistic about its ratings. Maybe there is a chance when Chief Kim ends in 3 weeks' time. But Mystery Queen looks very interesting as well. Anyway, more quality dramas the better for us, ratings notwithstanding.
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Sera The Ms Temper
March 12, 2017 at 9:05 AM
Yes I hope Radiant Office will do well too. It is a workplace drama too,so far I dont think I will ever get bored with workplace drama.
Mystery Queen - Kwon Sang Woo and Choi Kang Hee shine more in comedy I believe (I never watched KSW in comedic role as I can recall) so this drama hopefully will be a fun ride too.
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16 pegkfan
March 12, 2017 at 7:40 AM
I am extremely happy with Daylight Savings Time. I wish we could keep it always, every day of the year. Time change is like drama watching ... to each his own. :)
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17 coolgirl
March 12, 2017 at 9:29 AM
I feel a little disappointed for Voice: yeah i know it's a big success for OCN, their best ratings ever, but seeing that JTBC is getting 8% with a drama as "light" as Strong Woman Do Bong-soon, i would have loved to watch compelling, thrilling, well written for the most part, smartly executed and perfectly acted show like Voice to do better.
I guess quality and ratings are really disconnected in kdramaland. :(
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hopefaith
March 12, 2017 at 10:26 AM
Completely agree, even though Voice has it flaws it is one the best dramas.The characters are very compelling and the cast is top-notch. Voice should by now be in the double digits with its ratings. However, it airs at 10 pm and this genre is hard to sell. Going to miss this show, last episode airs tonight!! Voice fighting!!!!
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Dakchigo
March 12, 2017 at 3:22 PM
Just remember that Voice is already the highest-rated OCN drama of all time, and its average so far has passed the 4% mark. That already means a lot.
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iamdeb
March 12, 2017 at 5:19 PM
"I guess quality and ratings are really disconnected in kdramaland."
This happens everywhere, especially in the US television landscape.
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missjb
March 13, 2017 at 7:20 AM
It's makes me feel down to, cause Another OCN drama My Beautiful Bride which is so much better than average k-drama is just getting average rating... QUality doesn't mean good rating indeed :(
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18 Sakura
March 12, 2017 at 1:13 PM
Really love Defendant despite my sadness that the female leads are sidelined. I hope it reaches ratings higher than Romantic Teacher Dr Kim, hopefully it breaks the 30% mark!
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19 weirdnshort
March 12, 2017 at 2:53 PM
I watched chief kim 2-8 this weekend. It's a bit strange... I felt the humor a bit forced. I love Strong Woman Do Bong Soon though. It's cute ?. Started Father is Strange - I'm really liking it. I don't usually watch weekend dramas, but it has a charm
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20 hopefaith
March 12, 2017 at 3:04 PM
I wanted to love Tomorrow With You. I tried to wait until it was over but I could not help myself. I was disappointed. The characters are good and the cinematography is excellent However, the story line is lacking and the romance does not leave you breathless. I wanted fireworks but all I got was cotton candy.
I think the drama would have been better if the leading lady was the time traveler instead of the main actor. It would have been a twist to an old story line, time traveling romance. However, I am still going to watch it until the very end.
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Evy
March 12, 2017 at 4:04 PM
I think one of the best aspects (MAYBE THE BEST) of TWY is SMA's character, Song Ma Rin. In the beginning of the show she was just bland and shallow, but in the recent episodes I've been applauding her for her courage. and it makes me hate YSJ because he's the one person that keeps hurting her and making her sad. I find myself quite often cursing at him for his actions and words and decisions.
I'm staying for her, even though i don't trust the writers to let her find the peace of heart and happiness she deserves
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21 Evy
March 12, 2017 at 4:10 PM
maybe the real reason i can't actually like SWDBS is Bong Soon's hairstyle, it's so annoying!!! Just kidding haha, that's on of the reasons, the most shallow if you want. I really wanted to like the show because of my beloved Ji Soo but i don't really feel much for his character GookDu, so i just wanna see what's gonna happen to the sick killer. how are they gonna catch him? will they ever?
I think Ji Soo needs to choose dramas that depict in more detail the story of his character, so that I can find them more relatable
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22 Lem0nLime
March 12, 2017 at 4:12 PM
I'm also loving Tomorrow With You! I don't remember the last time I was this interested or anticipating the next episodes for a drama.
Watching an episode causes me to have different emotions. One minute I'm crying the next I'm laughing and screaming at the screen.
Still wondering how the last 4 episodes will play out.
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23 purpleowl
March 12, 2017 at 4:41 PM
I'm not even watching either, but gotta give props to Rebel for holding it own against a hit.
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24 endo
March 12, 2017 at 5:18 PM
SWDBS is far from perfect.But it is very entertaining. Which is a key for me when watching any show. Forget lapses of logic or horrible editing. AMH, DBS and IGD is making me happy. ?
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25 sneha
March 12, 2017 at 8:19 PM
Not a lot of crazy makjang in father is weird just yet, but if it helps Jung So Min tears Lee Joon's shirt off at one point.
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26 Rhumball
March 12, 2017 at 11:54 PM
Im watching Rebel. It is in steady pace now, but what makes me stay is the amazing cast. But so far, it is not a drama that you want to rewatch.
SWDBS, a bit overrated. So far staying cause I like light drama in the mids of work headache. And, park hyun sik caught my attention. I still love Kim Bok Joo wayyyy more. But we'll see, maybe it is too early to tell.
Just finished Voice, what makes this show alive is the bad guy. He is awesome. I skip alot, i found the writer put too much unnecessary plot. But when the bad guy shows, man.. He is good.
Lastly.. UnHappy Daylight Saving. I agree.. Why the heck this is still a thing? It messes me up. I dont see any benefit of us keeping changing 1hour twice a year.
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27 lexyk
March 13, 2017 at 1:41 AM
Me too, I am so very sad that TWY has such low ratings -:(( I have been in such a slump since WFKBJ and LOTBS, but because of TWY, I'm slowly getting out of it. I love everythg abt the show and I find it interesting that the ratings are so low ( why, oh why??). I also love Perfect Wife and I also dnt understand why it's not popular even here on DB. I'm not into any of the remaing shows this year, I'm not the crime/thriller type to love Defendant, voice and all the other ones and although I was looking forward to SWDBS it is just leaving me wanting more ... or rather less ( too over the top for me)
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28 sharreb
March 13, 2017 at 2:26 AM
it hurts me when i read WFKBJ or now SWDBS 'over-hyped'. Its a term i dont like. when you love a drama you wish everyone else joins the wagon- but i know not everyone likes the same fruit. I can accept that but it'd be nice if people dont purposely state how much they dislike it or how 'overated it is'.
The shows that didnt catch my interest or wasnt my cup of tea i generally dont comment on it. Even those that are suffering, i still wish their's niche audience for them; som group who appreciates the drama and that the ratings dont tank too bad. Realistically, ratings IS important in Korea.
Anyway agree to disagree
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29 maaaki
March 13, 2017 at 3:15 AM
For now i'm really enjoying Father is Strange.
The family is endearing and funny - truly funny. I love the father, he has a good dynamic with his wife ad his children. he seems sweet and caring. I can't picture him having an affair. Lee joon must not be his child. Surely his friend's boy.
Should we talk about the 4 siblings and their awesome fight ? i hope we will see more of it. It's really handy to define a group of people to see them pulling hair and calling names.
I'm only on ep 3, and twists are already on their way, i can't wait to see more !
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