The drama is based on a popular webtoon with 3 billion views accumulated and a lot of fans are looking forward to it.
On an online community, pictures of the actors filming in the streets were posted.
Kim GoEun is seen wearing an elegant and simple outfit with her character's signature short hairstyle. As for Ahn BoHyun, he has the long hair and beard of his character and he is wearing a large tee-shirt and shorts.
Online Community
The two look similar to their webtoon characters and that especially Ahn BoHyun.
"Yumi's Cells" Webtoon
Kim GoEun also posted pictures on her Instagram where fans can have a look at her new hairstyle for the drama.
Top 15 tvN Dramas With The Highest Ratings Ever (2024 Update)
Find out the tvN dramas with the highest ratings up until now.
Laure, Kpopmap Editor 5 min to read ·
Published : Apr 8, 2024
· Updated : Apr 15, 2024
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tvN is a cable channel of Korea and its dramas are popular in and out of Korea. The channel has quite a lot of hit dramas on its record. The channel keeps on having high ratings with interesting plots and Hallyu actors in its cast.
Here is a list of the tvN dramas with the highest ratings up until now (all years) (updated article).
The drama "Crash Landing On You" (2019-2020) with Hyun Bin and Son YeJin makes tvN history by breaking the record of its highest ratings. With the final episode of the drama, the drama ratings reached 21.7%. The love story of the North Korean soldier and South Korean chaebol hooked the country.
2. "Queen of Tears" - 20.7%
The awaited K-Drama "Queen of Tears" (2024) with top Hallyu stars Kim SooHyun and Kim JiWon started with 5.9% and reached impressive ratings of 20.7% with episode 12. Viewers are hooked and the drama went viral for its story and amazing acting. It is still airing.
3. "Goblin" - 20.5%
The drama "Goblin" also titled "Guardian: The Lonely and Great God" aired in 2016-2017 starring Gong Yoo, Kim GoEun, Lee DongWook and more. In and out of Korea, the drama was extremely popular. There was definitely a "Goblin craze". The final episode of the drama reached its highest personal ratings at 20.5%. "Goblin" held the record of tvN best ratings until "Crash Landing on You" broke it.
4. "Reply 1988" - 18.8%
The "Replies" series were popular and "Reply 1988" (2015-2016) was the most popular. The last episode reached 18.8%. Girl's Day's HyeRi, Park BoGum, Go KyungPyo, Ryu JunYeol and Lee DongHwi acted in the drama.
The historical drama "Mr. Sunshine" (2018) with Lee ByungHun and Kim TaeRi had a huge budget and it received a lot of love in and outside of Korea. The drama scored 18.1% of ratings on its last episode.
The comedy historical drama "Mr. Queen" (2020-2021) starring Shin HyeSun and Kim JungHyun was also popular. The drama started at 8.0% and kept on increasing its ratings up to 17.4% for the final episode.
7. "Crash Course In Romance" - 17%
The romance drama "Crash Course in Romance" (2023) starred Jeon DoYeon and Jung KyungHo. The drama started with 4.0% but gained a lot of popularity week after week with its love story, elite education, and scandals. The drama reached 17% with its last episode.
The historical drama "Under The Queen's Umbrella" (2022) starred Kim HyeSoo, Kim HaeSook, Choi WonYoung, Moon SangMin, SF9's Chani, Yoo SeonHo, Kim MinGi, and more. It was a hit drama. Starting at 7.6%, the drama kept on gaining viewers and reached 16.852% with its last episode. The story of the queen, her sons, and all the political schemes passionated.
The black comedy drama "Vincenzo" (2021) starring Song JoongKi, Jeon YeoBeen, 2PM's Ok TaecYeon, Kim YeoJin, and Kwak DongYeon was popular. The drama was also available on Netflix at the same time. The drama started at 7.7% and ended at 14.6%. Viewers have been stunned by the amazing acting and the catchy storyline of a mafia consigliere getting rid of the bad guys.
The life drama "Our Blues" (2022) starring Lee ByungHun, Shin MinA, Han JiMin, Kim WooBin, Cha SeoungWon, and Lee JungEun gathered a lot of interest with its touching story and its talented cast. The drama started at 7.3% and ended at 14.6%.
The comedy historical drama "100 Days My Prince" (2018) starring EXO’s D.O. and Nam JiHyun was also one of the most popular dramas of tvN. The last episode of the drama reached 14.4%.
The drama "Hospital Playlist" (2020) with Jo JungSuk, Yoo YeonSeok, Jung KyungHo, and Kim DaeMyung was popular. The drama kept increasing in ratings and reached 14.1% with its last episode. The story of these close friends working at the hospital had interested many.
13. "Signal" - 12.5%
The drama "Signal" (2016) with Lee JeHoon, Kim HyeSoo, and Choi JinWoong was also a hit. The drama reached 12.5% of ratings with its last episode. This drama is often mentioned as one of the best K-Dramas in the international K-Drama community.
IU and Yeo JinGoo addicted viewers to the ghosty fantasy drama “Hotel del Luna”. The drama was so popular that many are hoping for a second season. The drama reached 12.0% on its last episode.
15. "Marry My Husband" - 12.0%
The 2024 drama "Marry My Husband" based on a web novel and webtoon was a hit. With Park MinYoung, Na InWoo, Lee YiKyung, Song HaYoon, and Highlight's Lee GiKwang, the revenge drama caught attention from the start with 5.2%. It continuously grabbed viewers' attention until reaching 12.0% with its last episode.
March 2024 Chungmuro Report: Korean Box Office Hits & Upcoming Korean Movies In April
Check out what's happening in Hallyuwood with our Chungmuro report, complete with all the news on latest Korean movies & more.
Ishani Sarkar, Kpopmap Editor 3 min to read ·
Published : Mar 29, 2024
"Yumi's Cells: The Movie" Movie / "Troll Factory" Movie
Korean movies are stealing the spotlight on a global scale, and more and more international fans are interested in the Korean film industry. So, we're bringing to you the latest news from Chungmuro - the Korean Hollywood, also known as Hallyuwood. Check out the hottest movies at the Korean box office, what the upcoming Korean movie releases are, what's hot in Chungmuro, and more!
Top Korean Movies At The Box Office
Over the last month, the top 2 Korean films at the domestic box office were as follows, according to Cine21:
1. "Exhuma"
"Exhuma" Movie
The K-Occult film on everyone's radar these days - "Exhuma" - retained the top spot. Starring Choi MinSik, Kim GoEun, Yoo HaeJin, and Lee DoHyun, "Exhuma" continues to break records and set new ones, with a total of 10,512,767 admissions to date. "Exhuma" was released on February 22.
CineFact: "Exhuma" was not just the most-watched film among Korean releases but also international releases in Korea in March.
2. "Troll Factory"
"Troll Factory" Movie
Starring Son SukKu, Kim SungCheol, Kim DongHwi, and Hong Kyung, "Troll Factory" was the second most-watched Korean movie at the domestic box office in March 2024, with a total of 194,541 admissions to date. The film was released on March 27.
Upcoming Korean Movies
There are a number of Korean movies coming up in April. Among them, here are our picks for the top 3 Korean movies that you should look forward to!
1. "SEWOL: Years In The Wind"
"SEWOL: Years In The Wind" Movie
In April 2024, ten years will have passed since the terrible Sewol Ferry Tragedy. "SEWOL: Years In The Wind" is a documentary made by Moon JongTaek - a father who lost his daughter, JiSeong, in the tragedy, alongside documentary director Kim HwanTae. The film consists of footage by Moon JongTaek himself as he documents the lives of the bereaved families throughout the last ten years and emphasizes national and individual responsibility towards creating a safer society for all. It is also aimed at raising awareness about the tragedy among young people who may not be aware.
If there's one Korean film you watch in April, we hope it will be this one. "SEWOL: Years In The Wind" releases on April 3 in Korea.
2. "YuMi's Cells: The Movie"
"YuMi's Cells: The Movie" Movie
The hugely popular webtoon turned blockbuster K-Drama is now coming to you as a movie! This time, YuMi's cells are the main characters, so the movie is entirely animated. Watch your favorite cell characters from the webtoon and K-Drama return and fall in love with them all over again! This film will follow YuMi as she prepares for her writing contest after quitting her job to become a writer.
"YuMi's Cells: The Movie" releases on April 3.
3. "Again 1997"
"Again 1997" Movie
"Again 1997" is a Korean movie that tells the story of a young man named WooSeok, who wanted to be an actor, but because of a scar he got on his face, he ended up making a living as a stuntman. Now, he is the breadwinner of his family but not a great father or husband. After a fateful encounter with a monk, he gets into an accident and travels back in time to his high school days, before he got the scar. With this second chance at life, WooSeok is determined to do things right.
"Again 1997", starring Cho ByeongKyu, Han EunSu, iKON Ju-ne, Choi HuiSeung, and more, releases on April 10.
That concludes this month's Chungmuro report! Which Korean movies are you excited about? Tell us on X!
Top 10 Hottest Korean Actors And Must-Watch K-Dramas Dominating Discussions In The 3rd Week Of March 2024
Curious which K-Dramas and Korean actors are trending in Korea at the moment? Check them out here!
Kay Sesoko, Kpopmap Editor 3 min to read ·
Published : Mar 29, 2024
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Reflecting on the third week of March, the K-Drama landscape sparkled with series that intricately spun enchanting narratives and introduced memorable characters. These shows infused an additional layer of thrill into the new year, transforming the third week of March into a period brimming with endearing on-screen tales.
By the use of extensive data collection that involves analyzing netizen's reactions to various online platforms such as news websites, online communities, social media platforms, and videos, Good Data Corporation shows an insight into the Korean entertainment industry by providing a weekly ranking of the most talked about actors and dramas in Korea.
Wondering which K-Dramas and actors are trending in Korea at the moment? Read on to find out!
Hottest Korean Drama (On TV & OTT) For The 3rd Week Of March
The most talked about drama was...
"Queen of Tears"
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The K-Drama "Queen of Tears" first aired on March 9th, and it has since found its way to the top of the most-talked-about ranking. Viewers are relishing the stellar cast, comedic highlights, and fun plotline of the show, eagerly awaiting its next episodes.
Here is the full ranking of the Hottest Korean Dramas for the 3rd week of March:
1. "Queen of Tears"
2. "Pyramid Game"
3. "Wonderful World"
4. "Wedding Impossible"
5. "Chicken Nugget"
6. "Flex X Cop"
7. "Nothing Uncovered"
8. "Beauty and Mr. Romantic"
9. "Hide"
10. "The Third Marriage"
Hottest Korean Actor (On TV & OTT) For The 3rd Week Of March
The most talked about Korean actor was...
Kim JiWon - "Queen of Tears"
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Kim JiWon has once again topped the ranking, having captivated the hearts of many K-Drama fans with her spot-on acting and gorgeous visuals. Numerous viewers are delighting in the complexity of her character, brought to life through her compelling portrayal on screen.
Here is the full ranking of the Hottest Korean Actors for the 3rd week of March:
1. Kim JiWon - "Queen of Tears"
2. Kim SooHyun - "Queen of Tears"
3. ASTRO's Cha EunWoo - "Wonderful World"
4. Jun JongSeo - "Wedding Impossible"
5. Moon SangMin - "Wedding Impossible"
6. Ahn BoHyun - "Flex X Cop"
7. Jang DaA - "Pyramid Game"
8. Kim NamJoo - "Wonderful World"
9. Kim HaNeul - "Nothing Uncovered"
10. WJSN's BoNa - "Pyramid Game"
It looks like "Queen of Tears" generated quite the buzz (again) in the third week of March. Other popular dramas included "Pyramid Game", "Wedding Impossible", and more.
Make sure to check out these shows and their talented cast members!
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