“Head Over Heels,” the hit romantic fantasy K-drama on tvN, has taken viewers by storm with its latest episode. The show’s shocking plot twist in Episode 6 sent ratings soaring, making it the most-watched drama in its time slot. Fans were left stunned as the male lead, Bae Gyeon-woo (Choo Young-woo), turned into a terrifying villain after being possessed by an evil spirit.
The drama, based on a popular webtoon, follows Park Seong-ah (Cho Yi-hyun), a high school shaman trying to save her first love, Gyeon-woo, from a tragic fate. The latest episode reached a nationwide peak rating of 5.0%, securing its place as the top show on cable TV.
A Shocking Turn of Events
In Episode 6, the story took a dark turn when Gyeon-woo became possessed by an evil spirit. The once-kind character suddenly transformed into a chilling antagonist, leaving fans in shock. The episode ended with a cliffhanger where Gyeon-woo, with cold eyes and a twisted smile, approached Seong-ah and ominously said:
“Hello, shaman. It’s time for you to say goodbye too.”
The intense scene, where he leaned in as if to kiss her, left viewers on the edge of their seats. The sudden shift in Gyeon-woo’s character has set the stage for even more drama in upcoming episodes.
Ratings Surge to New Highs
According to Nielsen Korea, Episode 6 recorded an average rating of 4.0% nationwide, with a peak of 5.0%. In the Seoul metropolitan area, it hit 5.1%, making it the highest-rated show in its time slot. The drama also dominated among viewers aged 20–49, reaching a 1.7% rating in this key demographic.
The ratings jump comes after a slight dip in previous episodes, proving that the shocking twist has reignited audience interest.
Fan Reactions Explode Online
Fans flooded social media with reactions after the episode aired. Many praised Choo Young-woo’s acting, as he completely transformed from a vulnerable high schooler to a terrifying villain. Some of the top comments included:
“Choo Young-woo is the next big thing. His evil spirit acting is incredible!”
“Dark Gyeon-woo? I’m here for it!”
“The drama gets better and better. I’ll be obsessing over this all week.”
“It’s the first time since ‘Lovely Runner’ that I’ve looked forward to Mondays.”
The chemistry between Cho Yi-hyun and Choo Young-woo was also a major talking point, with fans calling their dynamic “unbeatable.”
What’s Next for “Head Over Heels”?
With 12 episodes in total, the drama has reached its halfway point. The next episodes promise even more suspense as Seong-ah fights to free Gyeon-woo from the evil spirit’s control. The introduction of faceless ghosts and a brewing supernatural war suggests that the stakes are higher than ever.
The show airs every Monday and Tuesday at 8:50 PM KST on tvN and is available for streaming on Amazon Prime Video in select regions.
Credits: Data sourced from Nielsen Korea, theqoo, IMDb.
