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Im Ji-yeon, Heo Nam-jun Shine as 'Wonderful World' Hits Record Viewership

From Chosun Ilbo · () Korean

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  • The SBS K-drama 'Wonderful World' achieved its highest viewership ratings to date, surpassing 10% nationally.
  • The latest episode featured a surprise romantic kiss between the lead characters, Shin Se-ri and Cha Se-gye.
  • The drama's success marks a significant milestone with its consistent performance.

The SBS Friday-Saturday drama 'Wonderful World' has achieved a new milestone, breaking its own viewership records and surpassing the double-digit mark.

In the latest broadcast on May 23, 2026, the sixth episode of 'Wonderful World' captivated audiences with a surprise romantic kiss between the lead characters, Shin Se-ri, played by Im Ji-yeon, and Cha Se-gye, portrayed by Heo Nam-jun. This climactic moment provided a thrilling conclusion to the episode.

The drama's popularity is evident in its ratings. The sixth episode recorded a peak viewership of 11.9% in the Seoul metropolitan area, 10.3% nationwide, and 10% in the capital region. This marks the sixth consecutive episode where the drama has maintained double-digit ratings, underscoring its consistent appeal to viewers.

Directed by Han Tae-seop and written by Kang Hyun-joo, 'Wonderful World' continues to draw significant attention, with its compelling storyline and the developing romance between its protagonists driving its success.

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Originally published by Chosun Ilbo in Korean. Translated, summarized, and contextualized automatically by DistantNews, with a note on how the source frames the story. Not individually reviewed before publishing. How this works.

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