Throughout the world of K-Dramas, various broadcasting stations bring numerous series to the home of fans all across the globe. One of these stations is the illustrious MBC. MBC is one of the most popular broadcasting channels, with its K-Dramas consistently placing in the best ratings list. The channel continues to deliver high-quality productions appealing to fans in South Korea and abroad. As such, MBC drama ratings rise to the very top, with many reaching record highs.

Here are the top MBC Dramas with the highest ratings since 2020!

 

1. "Knight Flower" - 18.4%

Starring Lee Hanee and Lee JongWon, the historical drama "Knight Flower" starred high in ratings and quickly reached high ratings. The drama gained even more popularity in its last weeks and reached the ratings of 18.4% with its final episode. In 2024, the drama broke the previous records held by "The Red Sleeve". The drama is available on Viki, Kocowa, Apple TV, and Prime Video.

 

2. "The Red Sleeve" - 17.4%

Among historical K-Dramas, "The Red Sleeve" was phenomenally made, filled with moments of romance and yearning that cannot be easily forgotten. Due to its massive success, it gained 17.4% ratings, making it the highest rated series among MBC K-Dramas from 2020 to 2023. Luckily for fans new and old, the K-Drama is available to watch on Rakuten Viki.

 

3. "Big Mouth" - 13.7%

"Big Mouth" made big waves during its initial run. The chemistry between Lee JongSuk and Girls' Generation's YoonA was magnificent, and combined with a compelling storyline, it became an immediate hit, reaching 13.7% ratings. The drama can be watched via streaming site Hulu.

 

4. "My Dearest (part 1 & 2)" - 12.9%

Starring NamKoong Min and Ahn EunJin, "My Dearest" gained massive success and tugged on the heartstrings of all its viewers with a total of 21 episodes. Reaching its highest rating of 12.9% with the final episodes, it puts the series as one of the most watched of MBC. "My Dearest" is currently available on Rakuten Viki and Kocowa.

 

5. "Wonderful World" - 11.4%

"Wonderful World" (2024) is a revenge and thriller drama starring Kim NamJoo and ASTRO's Cha EunWoo. The drama went viral on social media and the mysterious story caught attention. The drama peaked at 11.4% with its 9th, 11th, and 13th episodes. It started at 5.3%.

 

6. "Chief Detective 1958" - 10.8%

The retro crime drama "Chief Detective 1958" starring Lee JeHoon, Lee DongHwi, Choi WooSung, Yoon HyunSoo, and Seo EunSoo started with 10.1% and reached 10.8% with its 3rd episode. The drama started after "Wonderful World" and garnered a lot of attention to be able to start with such high ratings.

 

7. "The Veil" - 9.8%

Also starring NamKoong Min, "The Veil" kept audiences at the edge of their seats with its various twists and turns. Its captivating suspense allowed the drama to reach its highest ratings of 9.8%, landing it at number four among MBC dramas. "The Veil" is available to watch via Rakuten Viki or Kocowa.

 

8. "The Story of Park's Marriage Contract" - 9.6%

"The Story of Park's Marriage Contract" based on webtoon gained a lot of popularity. Bae InHyuk and Lee SeYoung's chemistry was amazing and the story was full of mystery so the drama gained a lot of viewers. The drama started at 5.6% and reached the highest rating of 9.6%.

 

9. "Tracer" - 9.0%

This MBC drama depicted the hard working performance of the National Tax Service. Featuring a cast with Yim SiWan, Go AhSung, Son HyunJoo, and much more, "Tracer" reached its highest rating at 9.0%, earning it the fifth spot among MBC dramas so far. "Tracer" is available on Rakuten Viki, Kocowa, and Wavve.

 

10. "The Golden Spoon" - 7.8%

"The Golden Spoon" is a webtoon-based drama that followed poor, yet studious Lee SeungCheon (BTOB's SungJae) and chaebol son Hwang TaeYong (Lee JongWon) as they switched lives during adolescence and adulthood. The drama explored the stark differences between the extremely rich and those living in poverty. While there were moments of crushing heartache, there were scenes of uplifting hope that lit up all the dark spaces in your heart. "The Golden Spoon" earned its highest ratings at 7.8% and is available on Disney+ and Hulu.

 

11. "Tomorrow" - 7.6%

While this webtoon-based drama had various moments of uplifting comedy, it also did an excellent job at exploring hard-hitting topics. This involved aspects of mental health, life after death and those left behind, as well as the will to live on. At its highest peak, "Tomorrow" earned 7.6% in ratings. This MBC K-Drama is available on streaming platform, Netflix.

 

12. "Doctor Lawyer" - 7.2%

Starring the iconic actor, So JiSub, "Doctor Lawyer" is a fusion of medical and law, providing the best of both worlds. As Han YiHan (So JiSub) searched for the truth, viewers could not help but remain by his side. With the help of its loyal viewers, the MBC drama reached its highest ratings of 7.2%, placing it at eighth on this list. "Doctor Lawyer" is currently available on Disney+ and Hulu.

 

13. "Kkondae Intern" - 7.1%

Adapted from the winning script from MBC's 2018 drama writing contest, "Kkondae Intern" follows the reversal of roles between Ka YeolChan (Park HaeJin) and Lee ManSik (Kim EungSoo). The office comedy provided viewers a reason to smile and laugh, week after week, and reached its highest ratings of 7.1%. "Kkondae Intern" is available to watch via Rakuten Viki and Kocowa.

 

14. "Dinner Mate" - 6.1%

A story of strangers to lovers, Kim HaeKyung (Song SeungHeon) and Woo DoHee (Seo JiHye) unexpectedly meet on Jeju Island. Bonding over their respective heartaches and love of food, they remain in contact and gradually fall for one another. "Dinner Mate" earned its highest ratings at 6.1% and is available to watch via streaming sites iQIYI and Prime Video.

 

15. "Find Me In Your Memory" - 5.4%

"Find Me In Your Memory" is a moving story between Lee JungHoon (Kim DongWook) and Yeo HaJin (Mun KaYoung). While the drama had its fair share of romance, it also offered moments of healing that aided broken souls everywhere. The drama earned its highest ratings at 5.4%, landing at eleventh among MBC K-Dramas. It is available to watch via Rakuten Viki and Kocowa.

 

16. "The Forbidden Marriage" - 4.9%

"The Forbidden Marriage" certainly had it all: a budding romance, a swoon-worthy second lead, a love triangle that broke your heart, and so much more. Audiences certainly agreed, sticking with the drama for every new episode, helping it reach its peak at 4.9% ratings. "The Forbidden Marriage" is available to watch on Prime Video, Rakuten Viki, and Kocowa.

 

17. "Kokdu: Season Of Deity" - 4.8%

"Kokdu: Season Of Deity" was filled with quirky characters, electrifying chemistry, and a romance that withstood the test of time. Switching between historical and modern, "Kokdu: Season Of Deity" had fans constantly coming back for more, earning 4.8% ratings. The MBC drama is made available to watch via Rakuten Viki and Wavve.

 

18. "When I Was Most Beautiful" - 4.7%

"When I Was Most Beautiful" is a heartbreaking love story featuring Oh YeJi (Im SooHyang) who is caught between brothers Seo Hwan (Ji Soo) and Seo Jin (Ha SeokJin). As they navigated feelings of love and jealousy, audiences remained glued to their seats, watching the story unfold. With the help of its dedicated viewers, the series earned 4.7% ratings, placing it at number fourteen among MBC K-Dramas. "When I Was Most Beautiful" is available to watch via Rakuten Viki and Kocowa.

 

19. "From Now On, Showtime!" - 4.6% & "The Game: Towards Zero" - 4.6%

Comedic with a touch of mystery, "From Now On, Showtime!" was able to captivate viewers with its lighthearted storyline and incredible lineup of actors. On the other hand, there was the more serious, thriller series "The Game: Towards Zero" which kept viewers shrouded in suspense. While two different genres, these series earned its highest ranking at 4.6%, tying at number fifteen among MBC K-Dramas.

Which of these MBC dramas is your favorite? Let us know in the comments!

 

Triple iz is a multinational girl group who has captivated the world.

Earlier this month on April 8th, Triple iz made their long awaited debut with the addictive and trendy track 'Halla'. After months of practice, passion, and preparation, it seems the girls' hard work paid off as the song quickly topped the Indonesian iTunes chart upon release. Additionally, a special event was created for Izland around the globe: the Triple iz 'Halla' Dance Challenge Event — "Who Is The Best 'Halla' ifstar?"!

There have been numerous participants showcasing their support and love towards Triple iz. However, the season of Triple iz and giveaway events are far from over! There is yet another event that will be hosted through Kpopmap.

Read more about it down below.

 

Video Challenge Event Details

How To Participate

Participants will be able to win very special prizes through dance and their very own singing ability by trying various challenges with Triple iz's 'Halla'. Here is how you participate!

1. Cover song via ifland: using ifland's microphone, recording app, or phone screen recording function, record yourself singing a cover of 'Halla' on ifland

2. Capturing a self-video: Even if it's not on ifland, you can use your phone to make a recording of yourself doing a cover dance and song! Upload these videos as a reply and use the hashtag #kpopmap_halla. This way, you can become a new 'Halla' star!

- The videos of the selected winners will be shown on screen during the regular news streaming time for Triple iz: Weekly Izland News. It can be shown to fellow fans across the globe! (Triple iz may even come to see your video!)

We're well aware that there are some restrictions when using ifland to record. So we will gladly accept a variety of video entries for this challenge. Even if it's not a cover dance or song, all types of creative videos using Triple iz's 'Halla' are acceptable!

You can play 'Halla' on the piano or recorder, team up with your parents and enjoy the song's addictive rhythm together, or incorporate the entire family, parents and siblings included, to enjoy everything 'Halla' related. If it's a video, anything is possible, so use 'Halla' to showcase your unique and special talents!

Follow these steps and you'll be entered to win an exclusively signed album + photo.

 

Event Period

2024.04.25 (Thurs) ~ 2024.05.07 (Tues) KST

 

Winner Announcement

-  Please have your DMs open so we can contact you if you're chosen as a winner.

- After the conclusion of the event, if we do not receive the personal information from the winner within a certain period, their prize may be canceled.

If you haven't already, check out the official MV of 'Halla' down below.

Stay tuned to Kpopmap for more coverage on Triple iz's journey now that they've finally debuted!

There's a new girl group who has their sights set on the top, and that's Triple iz.

Consisting of members Dita (of SECRET NUMBER), Aria (of X:IN), and E.Ji (of ICHILLIN'), Triple iz have slowly been preparing to meet the the industry as a full group since the ending of 2023. And it looks like all that preparation has paid off as they've successfully completed their showcase for the release of their incredible new song, 'Halla', on April 8th.

Their momentous debut received a hot response, achieving such amazing results on the Indonesian iTunes chart. The new song garnered mass love and attention, taking first and second place on the daily chart immediately after its release. Afterwards, it was listed in the top 10 on the weekly chart from April 8th to the 14th.

[Triple iz X Kpopmap]💗

The Triple iz members share their feelings about 'Halla' debuting at #1 on iTunes Indonesia.🎵
Check out what they have to say in this exclusive video!#트리플아이즈 #Tripleiz #디타 #DITA #SECRET_NUMBER #이지 #E_JI #ICHILLIN #아리아 #ARIA #XIN #HALLA pic.twitter.com/T7GvHxGRl3

— Kpopmap (@Kpopmap) April 16, 2024

Following such success, fans continued to show their love and support by participating in the "Halla Dance Challenge" on social media. It not only trended among the fandom of Izland, but also made some noise within the K-Pop community, furthering Triple iz's reach as a multinational girl group.

In the virtual world called ifland, fans can now happily partake in a brand new experience by enjoying the main dance parts of 'Halla' as their metaverse avatars.

Even main PD metajune is unable to contain his excitement, happily dancing along to 'Halla', supporting Triple iz with a specially made outfit. He hopes to continue planning such spectacular star collaboration projects in the future. You can also follow him on Instagram via @triple_iz_pd for more updates. Additionally, if you participate in the Avatar Dance Motion Challenge held within ifland, you will have the opportunity to receive a limited edition Triple iz 'Halla' album kit.

For more details on this special dance challenge, you can check here.

Triple iz's successful showcase and impressive chart domination, as well as their fans' explosive response, puts them in a position to become a notable new star in the global music industry. Through innovative fan communication strategies and connecting together through the metaverse of ifland, Triple iz is redefining the ever changing boundaries of the K-Pop industry.

How are you continuing to support Triple iz? Will you be participating in the dance challenge?