Jeongnyeon: The Star Is Born has once again captured viewers’ hearts, achieving its highest ratings to date with the 10th episode airing on November 10.

The emotional journey of Jeongnyeon (Kim Tae Ri) and her determination to return to the stage despite her damaged voice resonated deeply with fans, making the episode a standout hit.

The 10th episode of Jeongnyeon: The Star Is Born saw a strong performance in viewership, recording an impressive average of 14.3% in the metropolitan area and a peak of 15.4%. Nationwide, the episode averaged 14.1% with a peak of 15.5%, marking a significant milestone for the drama.

The ratings were especially strong with its core audience, viewers aged 20-49, where it ranked first in its time slot across all channels with 4.6% in the metropolitan area (peaking at 5.1%) and 4.7% nationwide (peaking at 5.1%).

The episode, filled with intense moments and heartfelt performances, unfolded as Jeongnyeon struggled with the decision to return to the stage after suffering a vocal injury.

In a particularly emotional scene, Jeongnyeon’s desire to perform was reignited when Yeongseo (Shin Ye Eun) shared her belief in Jeongnyeon’s acting talent, even without her voice. The powerful emotional exchange between the two characters moved audiences, further elevating the episode’s impact.

As tensions rise at Maeran National Theater following the unexpected retirement of Moon Ok Kyung (Jeong Eun Chae), the drama’s stakes also intensify, making for gripping television.

The episode culminated in an unforgettable moment when Ok Kyung, after delivering a spectacular performance, announced her departure from the national theater, leaving viewers shocked and invested in what’s to come next.

The high ratings reflect the growing momentum as Jeongnyeon: The Star Is Born nears its finale. The heartfelt performances by Kim Tae Ri and Moon So Ri, along with the gripping storyline, have made it the drama to watch, as it continues to dominate its time slot.

Fans are eagerly anticipating the next chapters in Jeongnyeon’s journey to reclaim her place on the stage, no matter the cost. The next episode airs on November 11 at 10:20 PM, promising more emotional twists and turns.

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At a recent press conference for the new KBS Joy drama Sorry Not Sorry, actress Gong Min Jung made a surprising announcement that caught everyone off guard.

On December 2, during the production event for the romantic comedy, Gong Min Jung revealed, "I am currently pregnant, and childbirth is just around the corner," leaving the audience in shock.

The news was shared after host Oh Hyo Joo mentioned that Gong Min Jung had something special to announce.

Gong Min Jung then took the microphone and surprised everyone, saying, "Just like my character, I am currently pregnant and expecting soon."

She went on to explain, “After announcing my marriage, I found out I was pregnant, and it made choosing new projects a bit tricky. Originally, my character in Sorry Not Sorry wasn’t pregnant, but the production team kindly changed the role for me.”

The actress shared her deep connection to her character, Choi Hana, saying, "I really empathized with her, and adding the pregnancy aspect made me feel like I could truly represent the experiences of a mother. That’s when I decided to join the project."

She ended her announcement by thanking everyone for their support, saying, "Thanks to everyone’s consideration, I’m filming in a stable and enjoyable environment. Although this is a sudden announcement, I hope you’ll see it positively."

Gong Min Jung plays alongside Jeon So Min, who stars as Ji Song Yi in Sorry Not Sorry. The drama follows Ji Song Yi, a single woman facing tough times after a breakup, dealing with a mortgage and balancing multiple jobs.

The drama also stars Jang Hee Ryung, Choi Daniel, and Kim Moo Jin. Sorry Not Sorry premieres on December 5, airing every Thursday at 9 PM.

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