K-Drama 'A Baby on the Way' Captivates Global Audience with Thrilling Love Triangle

The weekend drama 'A Baby on the Way' on Channel A, starring Choi Jin-hyuk, Oh Yeon-seo, and Hong Jong-hyun, is heating up with an intense love triangle. The series premiered on the 17th and has maintained a 1% viewership rating throughout its first four episodes.

'A Baby on the Way' is creating a buzz both domestically and internationally, fueling the global K-romance craze. According to global OTT platform Rakuten Viki, the drama ranked first in weekly viewership in regions including North America, Europe, Oceania, and Southeast Asia during its first week. It also entered the TOP 5 in the Middle East and India, proving its global appeal. Additionally, it topped viewership charts in 116 countries, including the United States, Brazil, France, the UAE, Thailand, and the Philippines. In Japan, it ranked first in the overall Korean drama category on the streaming service U-NEXT for two consecutive weeks, demonstrating explosive international popularity.

'A Baby on the Way' captures the hearts of viewers with its reverse romance that begins with a one-night stand between Doo-joon (played by Choi Jin-hyuk) and Hee-won (played by Oh Yeon-seo). The story unfolds as they reunite as a company president and employee, transforming their chance encounter into a destined relationship. The fast-paced plot keeps viewers glued to their screens.

The drama introduces a thrilling twist as Hee-won's long-time friend Cha Min-wook (played by Hong Jong-hyun) enters the scene, igniting a love triangle that promises to add excitement.

A still from the show features Doo-joon, Hee-won, and Min-wook together in an elevator, capturing attention. Hee-won appears anxious between Doo-joon and Min-wook, who exchange sharp glances, hinting at impending conflict. The subtle emotional dynamics and tension between the three characters heighten anticipation for this week's episodes.

The production team of 'A Baby on the Way' stated, "The love triangle between Doo-joon, Hee-won, and Min-wook officially begins. Min-wook's presence will bring significant changes to Doo-joon and Hee-won's emotions, maximizing the romantic tension. We hope viewers will look forward to the heart-pounding excitement and tension in this week's broadcast."

Episode 5 of 'A Baby on the Way' airs on Saturday, the 31st, at 10:30 PM.

Lee So-jung, TenAsia Reporter forusojung@tenasia.co.kr