JTBC’s Saturday-Sunday drama “Strong Girl Nam-soon” continues to showcase its strength with increasing ratings
The 10th episode achieved a rating of 9.3% in the metropolitan area, peaking at 11.2% (Nielsen Korea, based on paid households), continuing to rank first among non-terrestrial channels.
The drama, featuring three strong-willed heroines—Gang Nam-soon (Lee Yoo-mi), Hwang Geum-joo (Kim Jung-eun) and Gil Joong-gan (Kim Hae-sook)—depicts a delightful and thrilling story of justice education, generating a powerful storm of success. The genuine dedication and beliefs of the three heroines, who stand against wrongdoers in favor of the socially vulnerable, have resonated with viewers, adding emotional depth. Writer Baek Mi-kyung’s insightful commentary on social issues within the humor has also been highly praised.
The drama cleverly addresses current social problems such as drugs, fraud and abuse of power. The storyline, resembling reality, has garnered attention and discussions online, with viewers appreciating the writer’s keen observation and satire on prevalent societal issues.
While “Strong Girl Bong-soon” opened new horizons for “K-female hero” dramas, “Strong Girl Nam-soon” is presenting the essence of Korean-style family hero dramas.
The drama highlights the dangers of the new synthetic drug, going beyond imagination and infiltrating ordinary people’s lives. Gang Nam-soon’s twin younger brother Gang Nam-in (Han Sang-jo), falling victim to the drug disguised as a diet pill, adds a realistic touch to the story. The proactive declaration of war against the “drug villain” by Hwang Geum-joo, stating, “It’s no longer a drug-free nation“, raises expectations for her future actions.
The central theme of education by Gil Joong-gan adds a realistic and enjoyable touch to the drama. Whether confronting fraudsters with superpowers or dismantling a voice phishing organization that exploits parents’ emotions, Gil Joong-gan becomes a real hero in the face of crimes rampant in society. Her action-packed efforts bring a satisfying sense of justice.
The drama’s engaging portrayal of the three heroines seeking justice against societal wrongs has become a focal point. The powerful and fearless approach of the mother-daughter trio to confront villains by directly calling out their wrongdoings resonates with viewers. The drama’s appeal lies in the way the heroines use their strength to confront wrongdoers without fear. Additionally, Hwang Geum-joo’s counterattack against Ryu Shi-oh (Byeon Woo-seok)’s ambition, stating her goal to create a better world for everyone with her money power, has aroused sympathy from viewers.
In the latest episode, Gang Nam-soon and Kang Hee-sik (Ong Seong-wu) successfully acquire the new synthetic drug “CTA 4885” and discover the existence of an antidote. However, an unexpected crisis arises when Gang Nam-in’s diet pill turns out to be the new synthetic drug. The anger of Gang Nam-soon, who vows to destroy Ryu Shi-oh’s evil deeds, and Kang Hee-sik’s intensified drug investigation, along with Hwang Geum-joo’s wrath, raises anticipation for the upcoming confrontation with the “villain” Ryu Shi-oh.
The 11th episode of JTBC’s Saturday-Sunday drama “Strong Girl Nam-soon” will air at 10:30 PM on Nov 11th (Sat).
Source: Daum
