On June 29, the Japanese media Model Press announced the top 10 K-dramas that were most loved in Japan in the first half of this year. The survey was conducted from May 17 to 29, with a total of 7 responses, 826% of which came from women.
1- Queen of Tears
The results revealed that the first place was taken by the K-drama “Queen of Tears”, starring Kim Soo-hyun and Kim Ji-won in the lead roles. The media outlet described this as a must-see hit K-drama when discussing the first half of this year, noting that the popularity of “Queen of Tears”, which surpassed “Crash Landing on You” to achieve top ratings from tvN, was also relayed in Japan via Netflix.
Viewers who enjoyed “Queen of Tears” commented: “I was moved by how the two characters, who initially misunderstood each other, realized they needed each other and overcame various challenges. The performances from the actors were excellent and the story was gripping. It’s been a while since I’ve been this hooked on a K-drama. »
2- Marry My Husband
In second place is “Marry My Husband”, starring Park Min-young in the lead role, which received a lot of attention in Japan due to Park Min-young’s notable 37 kg weight loss for her role of a cancer patient.
3- Doctor Slump
In third place is “Doctor Slump,” starring Park Shin-hye and Park Hyung-sik.
4- A Killer Paradox
Netflix’s K-drama “A Killer Paradox,” starring Choi Woo-shik and Son Seok-gu, ranked fourth.
5- Lovely Runner
The K-drama “Lovely Runner,” which also caused a sensation in Korea, ranked fifth. Japanese media highlighted Byeon Woo-seok’s popularity by saying: “He is the hottest actor at the moment. » A Japanese viewer commented: “Although the plot is completely unrealistic, the acting skills of Byun Woo-seok and Kim Hye-yoon make it plausible. I was completely captivated by both. »
6- Welcome to Samdal-ri
Additionally, “Welcome to Samdal-ri,” starring Ji Chang-wook and Shin Hye-sun in the lead roles, ranked sixth.
7- Death’s Game
TVING’s original series “Death’s Game”, starring Seo In-guk in the lead role, ranked seventh.
8- Gyeongseong Creature
Netflix original series “Gyeongseong Creature,” starring Park Seo-joon and Han So-hee in the lead roles, ranked eighth.
9- Parasyte: The Gray
Netflix original series “Parasyte: The Grey,” starring Jeon So-nee in the lead role, ranked ninth.
10- The A Family
Finally, JTBC’s K-drama “The Atypical Family”, starring Jang Ki-yong and Chun Woo-hee in the lead roles, ranked tenth.
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