Drama 'Spring Fever' Premieres with Impressive Ratings, Captivating Viewers

The new drama 'Spring Fever,' starring actors Ahn Bo-hyun and Lee Joo-been, has made a strong debut, securing the top spot in its time slot with a peak rating of 6.1%.

Airing on January 5th, the first episode of tvN's Monday-Tuesday drama 'Spring Fever' captivated audiences with the fateful encounter between the cold-hearted teacher Yoon Bom (played by Lee Joo-been) and the passionate man Sun Jae-kyu (played by Ahn Bo-hyun). The episode achieved an average nationwide rating of 4.8% and a peak of 6.1%, with the metropolitan area recording an average of 4.7% and a peak of 5.8%. Additionally, the drama ranked first in its time slot across all channels, including terrestrial networks, among the target demographic of men and women aged 20-49, according to Nielsen Korea.

Yoon Bom, once a popular teacher in Seoul, now lives as a voluntary outsider in the town of Shinsu-eup. Her mysterious reasons for moving there have made her the subject of various rumors, and she is often seen tormented by nightmares, sparking curiosity.

The arrival of Sun Jae-kyu, a man who is highly protective of his nephew Sun Han-gyeol (played by Jo Joon-young), disrupts Bom's peaceful life. Upon hearing that Han-gyeol's award for filial piety was canceled, Jae-kyu visits the school, causing a stir in the teachers' office. Yoon Bom, Han-gyeol's homeroom teacher, is surprised by Jae-kyu's rough appearance, humorously expressing her shock.

In the teachers' office, Jae-kyu reveals his unexpected charm by questioning, "Do they make female teachers run coffee errands here?" When the principal (played by Kim Byung-chun) asks Bom to make coffee, Jae-kyu takes over, marking their first encounter. He boldly compliments Bom, calling her "beautiful."

Later, Bom unexpectedly runs into Jae-kyu outside her house at night. Mistaking the spicy chicken skewer he holds for a weapon, she runs away in fear, providing a comedic moment. Despite the misunderstanding, Jae-kyu helps Bom by jumping over the wall to open her door, showcasing his 'tsundere' charm.

Jae-kyu later hints at a past connection with Bom, telling an associate, "She really doesn't recognize me," adding intrigue to their relationship. What Jae-kyu remembers about Bom and the hidden story between them piques viewers' curiosity.

Towards the end of the episode, Jae-kyu and Bom meet again for a parent-teacher conference. Bom, dressed brightly and prepared, is surprised when Jae-kyu arrives carrying a large money tree plant, once again making a strong impression. Jae-kyu casually calls her "Bom-ah," adding to the excitement as he begins to integrate into her previously calm life.

Reporter: Se-yoon Jung, TENASIA yoon@tenasia.co.kr