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k-drama5/27/2026
[멋진 신세계] Brave New World Soars to Global Popularity and 10% Ratings Milestone
The SBS Friday-Saturday drama '멋진 신세계' (written by Kang Hyun-joo, directed by Han Tae-seop and Kim Hyun-woo) has achieved a significant milestone by surpassing 10% in viewership ratings. Starring Lim Ji-yeon as the possessed actress Shin Seo-ri and Heo Nam-jun as the conglomerate heir Cha Se-gye, the show has captured audiences with its unique blend of Joseon-era fantasy and romantic comedy. Beyond its domestic success—topping the Good Data Corporation FUNdex buzz rankings for the 3rd week of May—the series has secured a global spot in the top 3 on Netflix, earning critical acclaim from both domestic viewers and foreign media for its clever reimagining of K-drama tropes.


