The Viral Kiss Scene

The latest episode of the hit K-Drama, “Queen of Tears,” has taken the internet by storm. The passionate kiss scene between the main characters, Hong Hae In and Baek Hyun Woo, has gone viral. The characters, portrayed by Kim Soo Hyun and Kim Ji Won, rekindle their love in what was previously a facade of a marriage.

The scene has been praised for its authenticity and depth, with viewers commenting on how it perfectly captures the essence of a married couple’s kiss. One viewer commented, “This is EXACTLY what a married kiss looks like,” while another added, “I think because the characters are married, their feelings seem to run so much deeper. And I loved the fact that the kiss didn’t happen until five episodes in.”

• “MY HEART! This is EXACTLY what a married kiss looks like.”
• “Oh, what it means to be a married couple…”
• “I think because the characters are married, their feelings seem to run so much deeper. And I loved the fact that the kiss didn’t happen until five episodes in.”
• “For real. This is what a married couple’s kiss should look like.”
• “Out of this world…”
• “I cried with them.”
• “This was captured so well, it gave me some real butterflies.”

…some commented, via online communities like theqoo, that Kim Soo Hyun’s latest involvement in a dating scandal “is making it difficult to watch.”

• “And to think I was so excited about this K-Drama because it was a long-awaited comeback for him… Sigh.”
• “I hope he clears things up soon. I was starting to find the show good. But the news does make it difficult to keep watching. Haha.”
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• “This is so entertaining…”
• “I bet the actor and the management are both panicking right now… Like, there is no excuse. It’s obvious that the two either dated before or are current. I can’t believe she  uploaded the picture by ‘accident,’ LMAO.”
• “The picture doesn’t look like one between good friends… Their faces are too close.”

The Dating Scandal

However, the viral scene has been overshadowed by a dating scandal involving the male lead, Kim Soo Hyun. Rumors of his alleged relationship with actress Kim Sae Ron have been circulating, causing a stir among fans and viewers.

The rumors started when Kim Sae Ron shared an intimate selfie with Kim Soo Hyun on social media, which she later deleted. The photo sparked speculation about their relationship, with some netizens commenting that the picture doesn’t look like one between good friends.

Kim Soo Hyun’s agency, GOLDMEDALIST, has denied the rumors, stating that the actor is not currently dating Kim Sae Ron. Despite this, some viewers have expressed that the scandal has made it difficult for them to continue watching the show.

Impact on Viewer Ratings

Despite the controversy, “Queen of Tears” has been performing well in terms of viewer ratings. The show started strong, with the first episode scoring ratings of 5.85% nationwide and 6.49% in metropolitan areas. The viewership jumped to 8.66% nationwide and 9.82% in metropolitan areas by the second episode. The show’s ratings have continued to rise, reaching 11.0% nationwide by the fifth episode.

However, it remains to be seen whether the dating scandal will impact future viewer ratings. Some viewers have expressed their disappointment and stated that the news makes it difficult to keep watching. On the other hand, some viewers find the controversy entertaining and are keen to see how it unfolds.

The viral kiss scene in “Queen of Tears” and the ensuing dating scandal involving Kim Soo Hyun have stirred emotions and sparked debates among viewers. While the controversy has cast a shadow over the show, it has also generated additional interest and publicity. As the drama continues to unfold both on and off-screen, viewers around the world are eagerly tuning in to see what happens next.