Actress Jung Yong Joo’s recent remarks comparing TVING’s hit drama “Lovely Runner” to the popular “Queen of Tears” have left many fans puzzled and sparked controversy.
Jung Yong Joo | Namu Wiki
Jung Yong Joo’s Background in K-Drama
(From L to R) “Lovely Runner” stars Song Ji Ho, Jung Young Joo, and Kim Hye Yoon | @muah_youngju/Instagram
Jung Yong Joo is a well-recognized name in the K-Drama industry, known for her roles in several iconic series. Her performances in “Business Proposal”, “The Penthouse”, “Vincenzo”, and “Move to Heaven” have earned her significant acclaim. Recently, she gained widespread appreciation for her role in “Lovely Runner”, a drama starring Byeon Woo Seok and Kim Hye Yoon that has captured the hearts of audiences worldwide.
Confusing Comments on “Radio Star”
During a recent appearance on Radio Star, Jung Yong Joo was asked about the ongoing dating rumors between the leads of “Lovely Runner”, Byeon Woo Seok and Kim Hye Yoon. In response, she made a perplexing comparison to “Queen of Tears”, another popular K-Drama airing around the same time as “Lovely Runner.”
Jung mentioned “Queen of Tears” and questioned why people seemed more interested in the dating rumors involving Byeon Woo Seok and Kim Hye Yoon than in those surrounding Kim Soo Hyun and Kim Ji Won, the stars of “Queen of Tears.”
Fan Reactions and Viewership Numbers
This unexpected comparison left many fans confused about what Jung Yong Joo was trying to imply. Some interpreted her comments as suggesting that the difference in public interest in the actors’ personal lives was a reflection of the popularity of the two dramas. However, this interpretation seemed to contradict the actual viewership numbers.
“Queen of Tears” consistently outperformed “Lovely Runner” in terms of ratings. While “Lovely Runner” reached its highest nationwide rating at 5.762% and its lowest at 3.073%, “Queen of Tears” achieved a much higher peak rating of 24.850%, with its lowest rating still surpassing “Lovely Runner’s” highest at 5.853%.
The actress’s comparison has led to widespread confusion, as many fans struggled to understand the context or reasoning behind her remarks.
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