Top Ranked TV Show in Korea for November: “Jeong Nyeon”

Survey Reveals Korea’s Most Popular TV Programs for November 2024

In a recent survey conducted by Gallup Korea from November 19 to 21, 2024, which included 1,001 adults aged 18 and older, the drama Jeong Nyeon emerged as the favorite television program, boasting a preference rating of 5.5%. This captivating series, which focuses on Korean gukgeuk theater, swiftly climbed the popularity ranks, moving from second place shortly after its premiere last month to the top spot following its series finale.

Overview of “Jeong Nyeon”

Jeong Nyeon is set in post-Korean War Korea, during the mid to late 1950s. The story centers around Yoon Jeong-nyeon (played by Kim Tae-ri), a naturally gifted vocalist, and Heo Young-seo (played by Shin Ye-eun), a diligent prodigy. Together, they navigate the challenges of rivalry and camaraderie as part of the Maeran Korean Gukgeuk Troupe under the guidance of director Kang So-bok (Ra Mi-ran). The drama stood out for its talented cast, all of whom underwent extensive training for 1 to 3 years in pansori, dance, and Korean opera to authentically embody the diverse troupe members.

Each episode of Jeong Nyeon features breathtaking performances, with complete opera scenes and previously unreleased footage made available on the OTT streaming platform, TVing. Notably, the series is inspired by a webtoon of the same name, which was honored with the 2024 Bucheon Comics Award for its compelling storytelling.

Other Popular Shows This Month

Following Jeong Nyeon, the second most popular program was KBS 2TV’s weekend drama Iron Family, garnering a 3.4% preference rating. This romantic black comedy depicts the hilarious problems of a laundromat family reluctant drawn into a conflict with a corporate family over a mysterious fortune discovered in the mountains.

In third place, MBC’s reality show I Live Alone achieved a 3.0% rating. Meanwhile, The Fiery Priest 2—starring Kim Nam-gil and Lee Ha-nye—and KBS1’s My Merry Marriage—featuring Park Hana and Park Sang-nam—tied for fourth place with 2.7% each. Rounding out the top six, SBS’s long-standing variety program Running Man secured 2.5%, followed closely by tvN’s Three Meals a Day: Light at 2.4%. Other notable entries included I Am SOLO (ENA, SBS Plus) at 2.2%, while Culinary Class War (Netflix) and I Am a Natural Person (MBN) both tied for ninth place with a 2.1% rating.

Source: Daum

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