KBS Drama 'Love Prescription' Captivates Viewers with Intriguing Plot and High Ratings

'Love Prescription' is capturing the hearts of weekend viewers with its seamless blend of humor and emotion.

Last weekend, episodes 7 and 8 of the KBS 2TV weekend drama 'Love Prescription' (directed by Han Joon-seo, Bae Eun-hye / written by Park Ji-sook / produced by HB Entertainment) aired at 8 PM, thrilling audiences with its explosive narrative and unexpected twists that kept viewers on the edge of their seats.

Episode 8 achieved a remarkable viewership rating of 17.7% (according to Nielsen Korea, nationwide household standard), maintaining its position as the top weekend broadcast and heightening anticipation. Notably, a scene where Kim So-hye (as Jung Ye-seo) suggests a blind date to Gong Joo-ah reached a peak rating of 19.3%.

Gong Joo-ah (played by Jin Se-yeon) and Yang Hyun-bin (played by Park Ki-woong) finally unveiled their true identities after numerous misunderstandings. The moment they reunited at a playground filled with memories, Gong Joo-ah's words to Yang Hyun-bin, "You lived well," sparked excitement among viewers. Additionally, the evolving dynamics between Gong Joo-ah, who feels hurt by Yang Hyun-bin's aloofness, and Yang Hyun-bin, who is jealous of her blind date, added intrigue to the storyline.

Meanwhile, Gong Jung-han (played by Kim Seung-soo) and Yang Dong-ik (played by Kim Hyung-mook) showcased their comedic chemistry as rivals in their roles as chairman and vice-chairman of the merchants' association. Their hilarious antics, from a phone-snatching operation to a market alley chase, injected vitality into the drama. Yang Dong-ik's outburst of pent-up inferiority and resentment towards Gong Jung-han further enriched their storyline. The well-timed mix of sweet romance and humor ensured a perfectly balanced narrative.

The drama's fast-paced plot heightened its intensity. The revelation of Gong Dae-han's (played by Choi Dae-chul) wife Lee Hee-kyung's (played by Kim Bo-jung) affair and disappearance delivered relentless tension. A scene where Han Sung-mi (played by Yoo Ho-jung) witnesses the affair firsthand and blocks the Yang family's approach provided viewers with both shock and relief. The episode ended with Gong Joo-ah and Yang Hyun-bin witnessing Lee Hee-kyung and Min Yong-gil's (played by Kwon Hae-sung) romantic escapade, leaving audiences eagerly anticipating the next episode.

The diverse backstories of the multidimensional characters further enhanced the drama's appeal. Lee Hee-kyung's brazen attitude, claiming love isn't a crime even after her affair, and Min Yong-gil's audacious demand for a divorce after returning stolen money, intensified the conflict and provoked anger.

Simultaneously, the emotional performances of Gong Dae-han and Yang Dong-sook (played by Jo Mi-ryung), who are devastated by betrayal, deeply moved viewers. Having already been scarred by their parents' infidelity and abandonment, they share a unique bond. However, the revelation that their spouses are involved in an affair with each other promises to create further turmoil.

The next episode of KBS 2TV's weekend drama 'Love Prescription' will air on the 28th at 8 PM.

Reporter: Kim Se-ah, Ten Asia haesmik@tenasia.co.kr