SBS’s Friday Saturday drama “My Royal Nemesis” is continuing its strong rise in ratings.
According to Nielsen Korea, episode 5 of “My Royal Nemesis,” which aired on May 22, recorded a peak rating of 10.3%. It also reached 9.5% nationwide and 8.8% in the metropolitan area, setting a new personal best for the drama.
The drama also ranked No. 1 among Friday Saturday dramas, No. 1 among all dramas aired during the week, and No. 1 in its time slot. Among viewers aged 20 to 49, the episode recorded an average rating of 2.5% and a peak of 3.26%.
The latest episode focused on Cha Se Gye, played by Heo Nam Jun, as he finally admitted his feelings for Shin Seo Ri, played by Lim Ji Yeon. After realizing his heart, Cha Se Gye confessed, “I have decided to go to you,” and confidently asked, “How is it? An honor, right?”
However, Shin Seo Ri rejected him firmly, saying, “I did not feel anything.” She even told him, “In this life, I refuse things like love and marriage,” making Cha Se Gye more determined to win her over.
Cha Se Gye later tried to understand romance by asking for dating advice. Chief Son told him, “In a courtship war, losing is winning. You must surrender right away,” giving the episode a funny and lighthearted charm.
Cha Se Gye’s feelings became even clearer when he sent a coffee truck to support Shin Seo Ri and later declared, “Starting today, I will mark your heart full time.” He added, “I will steal your heart!”
The highlight came when Shin Seo Ri asked him if he truly loved her. Cha Se Gye answered directly, “I love you,” making viewers’ hearts flutter.
Even though Shin Seo Ri tried to deny her feelings and said, “Cha Se Gye, I do not love you. Never! For my whole life! Forever!” her hidden emotions continued to shake her.
The episode also added tension with Choi Moon Do, played by Jang Seung Jo, starting to move against Cha Se Gye, while Cha Se Gye also discovered the identity of Mo Tae Hee, played by Chae Seo An.
With romance, comedy, and rising conflict, “My Royal Nemesis” is gaining more attention as it continues to break its own ratings record.
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