Is there really a 'real friend' like this..Jung Hae-in ♥ Jung So-min infiltrates the home turf
Aug 22, 2024
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tvN's Saturday-Sunday drama 『Mom Friend Son" (played by Shin Ha-eun, directed by Yoo Je-won) marked the start of a full-fledged romance around the turbulent neighborhood with a reunion between Bae Seok-ryu (Jeong So-min) and his living dark history 'Um Chin-ah" Choi Seung-hyo (Jeong Hae-in). It tapped the hearts of viewers by giving them a healing full package that contains all the pleasant laughter, excitement, warm empathy and comfort.
The response was enthusiastic. After just two episodes, the ratings rose, sweeping the topical charts. It ranked second on the TV-OTT integration chart for the third week of August released by Fundex, the official platform of Good Data Corporation, and Jung So-min (1st) and Jung Hae-in (2nd) were listed in the performers' popularity.
In addition, Netflix's global TOP10 series (non-English) also recorded 1.1 million viewers and 2.7 million viewers, entering fifth place in two days of its release, and started its global box office. (As of August 12th to August 18th)
At the center were Jung Hae-in and Jung So-min, who completely transformed into Choi Seung-hyo and Bae Seok-ryu. The two, who drew attention only by meeting, showed off a chemistry of 'true friends' who bicker whenever they encounter each other. It was also interesting to have a pleasant and exciting relationship, which is the only exception for each other, although it is a perfect 'Um Chin-ah' and a full hexagonal 'Um Chin-daughter'. When they were together, they became childish and playful in the world, but they drew attention by invoking the reality of understanding and empathizing with each other more than anyone else.
Jung Hae-in was Choi Seung-hyo himself. He drew attention by performing with a high synchronicity with the character. In particular, the charm of being light and witty and casual was enough to give him the romance of 'Wannabe male friend'. Choi Seung-hyo, who silently watched Bae Seok-ryu's decision to return from his marriage and resignation, and calmly said a word, also doubled his excitement. Expectations were added to his new transformation through his first romantic comedy challenge.
Jeong So-min showed off the power of the returning goddess Rocco, exuding her loveliness and easygoingness. While Bae Seok-ryu's problematic comeback opened the story, Jung So-min increased her immersion in the story and emotions of the character with an extremely realistic performance. Mom to Na Mi-sook (Park Ji-young) "Why do I always have to be my mom's pride? Sometimes, whether it's bad or bad, can't you just be a mother's child?"The scene in which he burst into anger drew sympathy and resonance from many people. Attention is also being paid to the birth of Jeong So-min-pyo 'empathy character', which will target the hearts of young people.
The third episode of tvN's Saturday-Sunday Drama 'Mother, Friend, Son' will air at 9:20 p.m. on the 24th.
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