The popular K-drama Love Next Door, featuring Jung Hae In and Jung So Min, continues to captivate viewers with its engaging storyline and on-screen chemistry. The series, which tells the story of two successful individuals from different parts of the world who reconnect as adults, hit a new personal best in ratings. On August 1, the sixth episode of the show secured the top spot in its time slot, achieving a nationwide rating of 6.8 percent, according to Nielsen Korea. This marks a significant milestone for the series and highlights its growing popularity among K-drama enthusiasts.

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Jung So Min stars as Bae Seok-ryu, a businesswoman who returns to South Korea after a successful career abroad, while Jung Hae In portrays Choi Seung Hyo, an ambitious architect on the rise. Their journey from childhood rivals to adult lovers has resonated with audiences, driving the show’s success.

Love Next Door Climbs Netflix Non-English Rankings

For international fans, Love Next Door is available on Netflix, where it continues to perform well in the platform’s non-English category. The series currently holds the Number 2 position for the second consecutive week, with 14,800,000 hours viewed. It follows closely behind another South Korean thriller, The Frog. Meanwhile, Romance in the House, another K-drama favorite, is positioned at Number 5 with 10,500,000 hours viewed, showcasing the global appeal of South Korean dramas.

Romance in the House Maintains Consistent Ratings

While Love Next Door celebrates its recent success, JTBC’s Romance in the House also continues to maintain its audience. The latest episode of the show achieved an average nationwide rating of 4.2 percent. The series features a talented cast including Ji Jin Hee, Kim Ji Soo, Son Na Eun, and Choi Min Ho. It tells the story of Byeon Moo Jin, a man who, after going bankrupt and divorcing his wife years ago, unexpectedly returns to the lives of his daughter and ex-wife as a multi-billionaire after fourteen years of absence.

Romance in the House explores themes of redemption and family, and despite its ups and downs, it has consistently resonated with viewers. Its stable performance reflects the audience’s continued interest in heartfelt dramas that depict the complexities of human relationships.

Other K-Drama Performances in Weekly Ratings

Other K-dramas have also been making waves, though not all have enjoyed the same level of success. Channel A’s new series, Cinderella at 2AM, recorded a nationwide rating of just 0.5 percent for its fourth episode, indicating a slow start. Meanwhile, TV Chosun’s DNA Lover maintained its steady performance with a rating of 0.6 percent, consistent with previous episodes.

The clear leader in the ratings was KBS 2TV’s Beauty and Mr. Romantic, which topped the charts as the most-watched show on Sunday, achieving an impressive nationwide rating of 18.6 percent. This drama continues to dominate its time slot, demonstrating the ongoing strong viewership for romantic comedies among K-drama fans.

Love Next Door and Romance in the House highlight the diversity and appeal of K-dramas, offering viewers a range of narratives that cater to various tastes. As these shows continue to draw in audiences, they reinforce the growing global influence of South Korean entertainment.

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