“Lee Jung-jae Surpasses ‘Squid Game 2’: The Korean Actor Leading Drama Actor Buzz Rankings”

Current Rankings in Korean Drama Buzz

Yoo Yeon-seok continues to dominate the buzz rankings for Netflix’s drama “When the Phone Rings,” securing the top position for three consecutive weeks and achieving four weeks at number one throughout its airing. Meanwhile, his co-star Chae Soo-bin has also made an impression, ranking fifth among actors.

Season Standouts

In the realm of drama buzz, another Netflix sensation, Squid Game Season 2, has successfully retained its lead for the second consecutive week. Notable cast members include Lee Jung-jae, who is positioned third in the rankings, and Lee Byung-hun, who follows in tenth place.

The Tale of Lady Ok Gains Traction

JTBC’s “The Tale of Lady Ok” has climbed to third place, experiencing a substantial 33.8% increase in buzz compared to the previous week. Its lead actors, Lim Ji-yeon and Choo Young-woo, currently hold impressive rankings, sitting second and fourth, respectively.

Mid-Tier Drama Performances

Following in the rankings, SBS’s new title “Love Scout” and tvN’s “When the Stars Gossip” have secured the fourth and fifth spots, respectively. The rankings for positions six to ten are comprised of Channel A’s “Check-in Hanyang,” KBS2’s “Who Is She,” “Iron Family,” “Cinderella Game,” and Disney+’s “Light Shop.”

Actor Rankings Highlight

The actor buzz rankings have also showcased intriguing placements. Lee Joon-hyuk and Han Ji-min from “Love Scout” hold the sixth and seventh positions, while Lee Min-ho from “When the Stars Gossip” rounds out the top ten at ninth place.

Research Methodology

The insights presented stem from an analysis conducted by Good Data Corporation, focusing on TV dramas and original content from OTT platforms that aired or were set for release between December 30, 2024, and January 5, 2025. This comprehensive study examined each program alongside its cast, gauging buzz generated through news articles, public reactions, video clips, short segments, and social media activity.

To ensure the accuracy of the results, irrelevant data and malicious content were meticulously filtered out, resulting in an impressive accuracy rate of over 97%.

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