In the latest episode of Jungnyeoni, Kim Tae Ri stuns fans with an unexpected singing debut filled with drama and intensity. The tvN weekend series Jungnyeoni (directed by Jung Ji-in and written by Choi Hyo-bi) dives deep into the struggles and dreams of Jungnyeoni, a “natural-born sound prodigy” determined to be a top theater actress in 1950s Korea.
The unique theme of Jungnyeoni, centering on female national theater, has gained major praise for its acting and storytelling. Episode 4 pulled in viewership ratings of 13.6% in Seoul and 12.7% nationwide, making it No. 1 in its timeslot across channels and ranking at the top of popular TV dramas according to Nielsen Korea and Good Data Corporation.
In this episode, we see Jungnyeoni (Kim Tae Ri) trying to survive in Seoul after being kicked out of the Maeran Theatre Troupe. Teaming up with producer Park Jong-guk (played by Kim Tae-hoon), who wants to turn her into a TV star, she takes on a singing debut in hopes of making her way back to the theater.
But this journey isn’t easy, and it fuels her desire to prove herself, drawing viewers into her challenging path.
The latest stills from Episode 5 show Jungnyeoni looking bold in a red dress, ready to debut live. Her expression is more determined than nervous, hinting that things might not go as planned. There’s tension in the air, especially between her and Jong-guk, suggesting that surprises await viewers in her big debut.
In the upcoming episode, Jungnyeoni learns about Jong-guk’s hidden motives, realizing she’s been tricked into a tough contract. Trapped by penalty fees, she faces a tough decision. Will this strong-willed girl from Mokpo find her way back to her dreams, despite the obstacles? Fans are eagerly tuning in to find out!
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