My Dearest Nemesis: Moon Ga Young and Choi Hyun Wook's new K-drama records low ratings amid backlash against 'childish' premise
Moon Ga Young and Choi Hyun Wook's new K-drama My Dearest Nemesis has come under fire for its alleged immature premise, which has seemingly contributed to the show's low ratings. The tvN s show is based on a webtoon.
tvN's new K-drama My Dearest Nemesis starring Moon Ga Young and Choi Hyun Wook has gotten off to a rocky start, with the show's premiere episode recording low ratings. The drama, which is centered on a workplace romance between a "division head killer" team leader and a "third-generation chaebol" division head, has been criticized for its "childish" premise.
Moon Ga Young and Choi Hyun Wook's My Dearest Nemesis records low ratings
Despite the talented lead actors, the My Dearest Nemesis' premiere has been marred by criticism from viewers who have expressed disappointment with the cliched plot and characters. The Monday-Tuesday drama premiered on February 17.
The poor reviews and backlash against the rom-com seem to have had a significant impact on its ratings. The drama's first episode debuted with a nationwide rating of 3.5%, which is noticeably lower than its predecessor, The Queen Who Crowns. For comparison, The Queen Who Crowns premiered with a strong 4.9% rating and went on to conclude with a peak of 6.6%, marking a successful run.
What went wrong with My Dearest Nemesis?
The execution of a pivotal scene, particularly the gaming one, in My Dearest Nemesis fell flat with viewers. The scene, which was intended to show the characters bonding and sharing emotions through completing quests, ended up being criticized for being "too childish" and "cringe-worthy". The scene that lasted for a full 12 minutes only added to the frustration, with many viewers feeling that it was overly long and awkward.
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Furthermore, Choi Hyun-wook's acting in the scene was also panned by viewers, with some describing it as "awkward" and "unconvincing.". Many Korean viewers also criticized his pairing with Moon Ga Young due to their six-year age difference. However, international fans are lauding the Twinkling Watermelon actor for bringing a freshness to his character.
What's the plot of My Dearest Nemesis?
The drama follows Baek Su Jeong (Moon Ga Young) and Ban Ju Yeon (Choi Hyun Wook), who have a past connection that dates back several years to an online game. At the time, Ban Ju Yeon had confessed his feelings to Baek Su Jeong, but she had rejected him.
Now, in the present day, Baek Su Jeong is a team leader at a prestigious department store, and Ban Ju Yeon has become her new boss. Their reunion is chaotic, as they navigate thier new professional dynamics.
My Dearest Nemesis is based on a popular webtoon, and fans of the original story may be more forgiving of the show's flaws. However, for new viewers, the premise may come across as too simplistic or immature.
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