'Serendipity's Embrace,' the much-anticipated tvN drama, wrapped up on August 13th, but it didn't quite hit the mark with viewers.

Despite a happy ending for the main characters, Hong Joo (Kim So Hyun) and Hoo Young (Chae Jong Hyeop), the show struggled to gain traction in terms of viewership.

In the final episode, after a series of coincidences, Hong Joo and Hoo Young finally chose each other. The story ends with them deciding to start a long-distance relationship as Hoo Young leaves for the U.S., with Hong Joo surprising him by deciding to join him there, leading to a passionate farewell kiss.

However, the drama's ratings tell a different story. 'Serendipity's Embrace' began with a promising 3.877% viewership rating for its first episode, but it never managed to surpass this figure.

The ratings dipped to the 2% range from episodes 3 to 6, and the final episode only reached 3.096%, according to Nielsen Korea.

Despite its low ratings, the show did manage to maintain a dedicated audience. It ranked first on the TV-OTT integrated chart for the second week of August, according to FUNdex.

The cast also remained popular, with Chae Jong Hyeop and Kim So Hyun ranking first and second, respectively, in terms of cast popularity.

While 'Serendipity's Embrace' didn't quite live up to expectations, it still found a small but loyal fanbase, proving that even with lower ratings, a drama can leave a lasting impression.

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Former AOA member Kwon Min Ah—who opened up in the past about being bullied—has once again shared a deep and emotional message on social media, leaving fans feeling concerned and sending love.

On April 23, Min Ah took to her Instagram to write:
“I don’t know if I’ve become completely twisted, or if I’m just scared. Maybe I’m afraid the same thing will happen again. Everything feels scary. And I want to say something sharp to myself too—get it together.”

Along with the message, she posted a selfie where she wore a red knit top, had her hair half-up, and showed a soft pout with a calm expression. Though her outfit and style looked casual, the mood of her words felt heavy.

Fans aren’t sure if Min Ah was directing the message toward someone else or simply speaking to herself. The final line, “get it together,” sounds like a tough love reminder to herself—but also makes many wonder what she’s been going through recently.

People quickly filled the comment section with supportive messages, telling her to stay strong and reminding her she’s not alone.

Min Ah debuted with AOA in 2012 and left the group in 2019. In 2020, she made headlines when she revealed that she had been bullied during her time in the group. The confession caused a huge reaction in the K-pop world, leading to conversations about idols’ mental health and group dynamics.

Recently, she surprised fans when it was revealed she began working as a manager at a dermatology clinic, showing a new side of her life outside of the entertainment spotlight.

Fans continue to cheer her on, hoping she finds peace and happiness in whatever path she chooses next.

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