When the Phone Rings, starring Yoo Yeon Seok and Chae Soo Bin, has reached a new milestone with its third episode, achieving a 6.0% average nationwide rating. Meanwhile, Fiery Priest 2, led by Kim Nam Gil, continues its strong viewership dominance with an impressive 11.6% rating.

A Turning Point for When the Phone Rings

The gripping series When the Phone Rings delves into the lives of Baek Sa Eon and Hong Hui Ju, a couple locked in a marriage of convenience. Their relationship, marked by three years of silent coexistence, begins to unravel after a life-altering incident.

• Yoo Yeon Seok plays Baek Sa Eon, a young and ambitious presidential spokesman from a powerful political family.
• Chae Soo Bin portrays Hui Ju, the daughter of a prominent newspaper mogul.

Based on the popular web novel The Number You Have Dialed by Geon Eomul Nyeo, the drama has seen increasing popularity, with its third episode marking its highest ratings yet.

Fiery Priest 2 Retains Top Spot

On the other hand, Fiery Priest 2, airing in the same time slot, maintains its lead with a robust 11.6% nationwide rating. This season sees Kim Nam Gil reprising his role as Kim Hae Il, a fiery ex-NIS agent turned crime-solving priest.

• Honey Lee returns as Park Kyung Sun, a former corrupt prosecutor who has turned over a new leaf.
• Kim Sung Kyun plays Goo Dae Young, a clumsy yet dedicated detective.
• BIBI, the talented South Korean singer, joins the cast as Goo Ja Young, a passionate narcotics detective.

A Ratings Battle Worth Watching

While When the Phone Rings gains momentum with each episode, Fiery Priest 2 continues to dominate its time slot. Both dramas showcase powerful storytelling and compelling performances, leaving viewers eager for what’s next.

Which of these dramas has captured your attention this season?