As a dedicated fan of K-dramas, I have been thoroughly enjoying the exceptional lineup of shows that the South Korean entertainment industry has treated us with this year. Among the top record-breaking K-dramas 2024, Queen of Tears and Lovely Runner stand out for me due to their gripping storylines and stellar casts.
Each year, the South Korean entertainment industry delights fans with captivating shows boasting excellent storylines and talented casts. Notable among these top-performing K-dramas in 2024 were “Queen of Tears,” “Marry My Husband,” and “Lovely Runner.” These series gained significant popularity, particularly during their final episodes, drawing record-breaking viewership numbers.
Recent top-notch dramas featured captivating performances by Kim Soo-Hyun and Kim Ji-Won in “Queen of Tears,” and Byeon Woo-Seok and Kim Hye-Yoon in “Lovely Runner.” These shows explored the realms of romance and comedy, yet they were distinctly different. “Queen of Tears” incorporated themes of revenge and family, while “Lovely Runner” focused on time-slip romantic elements.
Here are a few top record-breaking K-dramas 2024:
Queen of Tears
The TV series “Queen of Tears” started airing on March 9, 2024, and ended on April 28, 2024. You can watch it on tvN or stream it online on Netflix. The narrative focuses on a married couple: Baek Hyun-Woo, portrayed by Kim Soo-Hyun, and Hong Hae-In, played by Kim Ji-Won. They tied the knot out of love but grew apart as the years passed. Hae-In comes from a wealthy background as the heiress of Queens Group, while Hyun-Woo serves as the company’s legal director.
Despite sharing a home and working as a couple, it seems their love has faded away for Hyun-Woo and his wife. One day, Hyun-Woo contemplates filing for divorce, but an unexpected tragedy halts his plans. Simultaneously, a figure from Hae-In’s past emerges, disrupting the peaceful lives of the couple. Amidst the chaos, they rediscover their deep affection for each other.
The K-drama quickly gained popularity due to its emotionally charged storyline and the captivating connection between its main characters. During its broadcast, the program consistently drew large audiences. Surpassing even the success of “Crash Landing on You” (2020), the finale reached an unprecedented rating of 24.850%, making it the highest-rated show in 2024 thus far, with a viewership share of 21.683% for the former K-drama.
Lovely Runner
In 2024, “Lovely Runner” tvN series, starring Byeon Woo-Seok as Ryu Sun-Jae and Kim Hye-Yoon as Im Sol, stood out among other top K-dramas for its record-breaking success. In this captivating storyline, Sun-Jae, the lead singer of fictional K-pop group Eclipse, rescued Im Sol from despair in her past. Ever since then, she has remained an avid fan of his.
One day, she receives devastating news: Sun-Jae has passed away. Overwhelmed with sadness, Im Sol is suddenly transported back in time fifteen years, to when they were still in high school. Determined to prevent this unfortunate event, she decides to take action and save Sun-Jae’s life in the future. However, she encounters numerous obstacles and ponders whether it’s even possible to alter the course of fate. Furthermore, her journey through time brings her closer to Sun-Jae in each timeline.
The time-travel love story gained tremendous popularity. It made its debut on April 8, 2024, and concluded on May 28, 2024. The final episode broke previous records and attracted a massive audience of 5.8% across the country.
Marry My Husband
In early 2024, the K-drama “Marry My Husband” kicked off to great acclaim. Adapted from a widely-read webtoon, this gripping revenge tale centers around the character of Kang Ji-Won, portrayed by Park Min-Young. Unfortunately married to Park Min-Hwan (Lee Yi-Kyung), she is trapped in a toxic relationship with a man who repeatedly betrays her. Her best friend, Jung Soo-Min (Song Ha-Yoon), becomes an unwitting accomplice to her husband’s infidelity. As Ji-Won, who is battling cancer, uncovers the truth, she engages in a heated argument with her spouse. In the ensuing altercation, he pushes her against a glass table, causing fatal injuries.
Upon regaining consciousness, Ji-Won finds herself unexpectedly thrown back in time ten years. This presents an opportunity for her to right past wrongs, particularly against her unfaithful husband and deceitful friend, who had betrayed her in the past. In her journey for justice, she is aided by her boss, Yoo Ji-Hyuk (Na In-Woo), and eventually develops feelings for him.
In the final episode, Marry My Husband drew an impressive 12% audience share, making it the second most-watched show in terms of average viewership during the year 2024.
The Atypical Family
In this romance fantasy K-drama on Netflix called “The Atypical Family,” Jang Ki-Yong and Chun Woo-Hee take the leading roles. The plot summary states that at one time, this family possessed extraordinary powers. However, these abilities were lost due to contemporary challenges. Then, a woman with a mysterious background enters their lives and sets off a chain reaction of events that changes everything.
The series, known for its distinct narrative, received acclaim from K-drama enthusiasts. Reaching a peak, its final episode, broadcasted on June 9, 2024, drew in the largest viewership since its debut with a rating of 4.9%.
During the second part of the year, numerous eagerly-awaited K-dramas are set to premiere. I’m excited to find out if these new productions surpass the achievements of the previously mentioned series. Keep an eye on this space for further developments.
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2024-07-15 17:40