Actor Lee Ki Taek is quickly becoming one of the biggest scene stealers in JTBC’s The Practical Guide to Love, with viewers increasingly falling for his warm and direct second male lead energy.
As the drama continues to build momentum, Lee Ki Taek has been drawing strong reactions online for his role as Shin Ji Soo, a free spirited and sincere younger man whose bold feelings are becoming a major source of romantic tension in the story.
Viewers have been openly sharing their reactions across online communities and social media, with comments like “I can’t get over Shin Ji Soo,” “I love a straightforward second male lead,” “Shin Ji Soo gives me butterflies,” and “I think I’m becoming a fan of Lee Ki Taek.”
Many are especially praising the chemistry between Shin Ji Soo and Ui Young, calling their tension one of the most exciting parts of the drama.
The growing buzz is also showing up in the drama’s performance. According to Nielsen Korea, episode 6 recorded a peak minute rating of 5.1% in the Seoul metropolitan area among paid households.
The series is also continuing to rank strongly on major streaming platforms including TVING, Disney+ Japan, HBO Max, and Rakuten Viki, showing that it is attracting viewers both in Korea and overseas.
Much of the attention is centered on how naturally Lee Ki Taek has settled into the role of Shin Ji Soo, especially as he brings a strong mix of playful flirting, emotional sincerity, and dependable charm.
His performance has helped deepen the drama’s romantic pull, with many viewers becoming more and more invested in his character.
Fans are especially responding to the way he portrays Shin Ji Soo’s bold and affectionate approach, as well as the subtle jealousy and emotional tension he brings to the story. Those details have only made the second lead buzz around him even stronger.
With online reactions growing, ratings holding up, and viewers clearly getting more attached to Shin Ji Soo, Lee Ki Taek is quickly turning into one of the most talked about breakout stars in The Practical Guide to Love right now.
The Practical Guide to Love airs every Saturday at 10:40 PM KST and Sunday at 10:30 PM KST on JTBC.
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