Shin's Project

The latest weekend K-drama landscape is buzzing with excitement as new contenders rise and fan favorites continue to captivate audiences. Topping the charts with an explosive debut, KBS 2TV's highly anticipated new weekend drama, "Shin's Project" (working title), has officially premiered to stellar ratings, immediately claiming the coveted No.

1 spot.

Breaking new ground, the inaugural episode of "Shin's Project" garnered an impressive average nationwide rating of 18.5 percent. This phenomenal viewership not only signifies a strong start but also positioned the romantic drama as the most-watched program across all channels that aired on Sunday.

The series, which stars veteran actor Kim Myung-min alongside rising talents Oh Ye-ju and Lee Si-woo, promises a captivating narrative that has clearly resonated with viewers from its very first outing. It now confidently takes over the time slot previously occupied by "Beauty and Mr. Romantic," setting a high bar for weekend entertainment.

Meanwhile, another beloved series, JTBC's "My Troublesome Star," continues its remarkable trajectory, proving its enduring appeal.

The fantasy romance, featuring the dynamic duo of Kim Hye-yoon and Lee Hyeon-woo, maintained its strong performance, hitting an average nationwide rating of 9.2 percent for its latest episode. This consistent viewership cemented its status as the most-watched program of the entire day on cable, underscoring its solid fan base and compelling storyline.

The weekend also saw other dramas making their mark.

ENA's "The Midnight Studio" wrapped up its run, concluding its unique narrative with an average nationwide rating of 1.7 percent. While slightly down from its previous episode, it still offered a memorable finale to its dedicated viewers.

In a delightful turn of events, tvN's time-slip romance, "Lovely Runner," experienced a significant surge in its viewership.

Its latest episode achieved an average nationwide rating of 4.5 percent, demonstrating a growing momentum and a deepening connection with its audience as its story unfolds. Similarly, MBN's "Missing Crown Prince" also saw an uptick in its ratings, rising to an average nationwide rating of 3.8 percent, indicating a steady increase in interest for its historical intrigue.

The K-drama world is vibrant and competitive, and these latest figures paint a clear picture of what's currently captivating the hearts of viewers.

With "Shin's Project" off to a dominant start and "My Troublesome Star" holding its ground, alongside the promising ascent of "Lovely Runner" and "Missing Crown Prince," fans have a plethora of engaging stories to look forward to each week.