Park Shin Hye is capturing hearts in the SBS drama The Judge from Hell! In the latest episode, which aired on October 18, the chemistry between her character, Kang Bit Na, and Kim Jae Young’s Han Da On kept viewers glued to their screens for 80 thrilling minutes.

According to Nielsen Korea, the episode scored a solid 11.7% rating in the metropolitan area and 11.5% nationwide, making it the top show across all channels during its time slot. The excitement peaked at an impressive 14.2%, marking a new high for the series!

In this episode, Kang Bit Na, a demon, and Han Da On, a human, teamed up to hunt down a terrifying serial killer named J. Their relationship has evolved from a cat-and-mouse chase to a dangerous partnership, keeping fans on the edge of their seats. The emotional stakes were high as they searched for Kim So Young, a victim of the killer, to uncover her fate and reveal J's identity.

The heart-wrenching moments were unforgettable. Han Da On desperately asked Kang Bit Na to help him catch the killer, even if it meant killing him afterward. Watching his pain, Bit Na couldn’t hold back her tears, and they joined forces in their mission. The intense scenes at Kim So Young's funeral, with Han Da On breaking down in the rain, showed the depth of their struggle against the dark forces surrounding them.

As they delved deeper into the mystery, Kang Bit Na discovered that the last person Kim So Young saw before her death was Jung Seon Ho, played by Choi Dong Gu. She began investigating him, leading to nail-biting moments as he reacted subtly under her watchful eye.

The drama escalated with the introduction of Detective Jang, who approached Han Da On with questions about Kang Bit Na. In a tense moment, Han Da On was seen deleting crucial CCTV footage to protect her, leading to a chilling confrontation when it was revealed that Detective Jang was actually another demon sent to eliminate him!

The episode ended with a heart-stopping showdown between Kang Bit Na and Detective Jang, keeping viewers eagerly awaiting what will happen next. Episode nine brilliantly showcased the teamwork between the demon and the human, heightened by the arrival of new threats.

The Judge from Hell is clearly on a roll, and fans can’t wait for episode ten, which airs tonight (October 19) at 9:50 PM. With its gripping plot and powerful performances, the series promises to keep delivering excitement and surprises!

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Kim Soo Hyun has admitted to dating the late Kim Sae Ron but strongly denies that their relationship began when she was a minor.

On March 14, Kim Soo Hyun’s agency, Gold Medalist, released a statement saying, “Kim Soo Hyun and Kim Sae Ron dated from the summer of 2019, after she became an adult, until the fall of 2020.” They emphasized, “The claim that he was in a relationship with her when she was a minor is not true.”

The agency also clarified that the photos of the two, which were revealed by Garo Sero Research Institute (Gaseyeon) and Kim Sae Ron herself, were taken in 2020 when she was already of legal age.

Regarding the legal implications of the allegations, lawyer Lee Go Eun appeared on YTN News to discuss whether Kim Soo Hyun could face charges if it were proven that he had been in a relationship with Kim Sae Ron when she was underage.

When asked about the possibility of legal punishment, Lee explained, “Under the law revised in May 2020, any physical relationship with a minor under the age of 16, even with consent, could lead to serious charges.”

However, she pointed out a key legal detail, saying, “Before the 2020 revision, the law applied only to minors under 13 years old. Since Kim Sae Ron was 15 in 2015, the legal framework at the time does not classify her as a protected minor in this context.”

Lee concluded, “Given the laws in place at the time, it seems difficult for Kim Soo Hyun to face legal consequences.”

She further added, “For any case to proceed against him, there would need to be clear evidence of more than just dating. Based on what is currently known, holding him legally accountable may be challenging.”

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