September 1st, 9th episode
MBC’s Friday-Saturday drama “My Dearest,” planned by Hong Seok-woo and directed by Kim Sung-yong, Lee Han-joon, and Chun Soo-jin, has been grabbing the spotlight with its impressive performance in the drama ratings. It has maintained its position as the No. 1 drama for two consecutive weeks, earning double-digit ratings and outperforming its competition in various popularity indexes. Viewers are calling it a “My Dearest” sensation, and at its core lies the deep and passionate love between the lead characters.
The story revolves around Lee Jang-hyun, portrayed by Nam Koong Min, a man who initially didn’t believe in love but had a life-altering encounter with Yoo Gil-chae, played by An Eun-jin. He came to believe in love and even risked his life for it. Yoo Gil-chae, on the other hand, started as a sheltered young woman but transformed into an independent individual through the challenges of war, especially after meeting Lee Jang-hyun. Viewers are eagerly hoping for the love between these two characters, marked by separation, reunion, crisis, and salvation, to finally come true.
The 8th episode of “My Dearest,” which aired on August 26, left viewers with a poignant sense of affection. As Lee Jang-hyun embarked on a journey to Shenyang in the Qing Dynasty, Yoo Gil-chae mistakenly believed that he had perished. It was only then that she realized the depth of her feelings for Lee Jang-hyun, leading to heart-wrenching sobs. The focus now shifts to whether these two characters will have the chance to reunite.
The production team of “My Dearest” teased viewers by unveiling a sneak peek of Lee Jang-hyun’s return to Hanyang in the 9th episode ahead of its broadcast. In the released image, Lee Jang-hyun is seen riding a horse and stepping onto the land of Hanyang amidst a crowd. His relaxed expression and smile, a far cry from the tense moments of the previous eight episodes, suggest the anticipation of a possible reunion with Yoo Gil-chae.
Nam Koong Min’s portrayal of Lee Jang-hyun continues to draw admiration from viewers. He vividly conveys Lee Jang-hyun’s love for Yoo Gil-chae through his eyes filled with excitement and an uncontainable smile. Even in a still image, it’s evident that many viewers resonate with Lee Jang-hyun’s love story in “My Dearest” and are enthralled by Nam Koong Min’s performance in this melodrama.
The production team of “My Dearest” has shared, “In the ninth episode, which will air today (1st), Lee Jang-hyun will make his return to Hanyang, where Yoo Gil-chae awaits him.” This episode promises to be filled with the anticipation of their reunion. Nam Koong Min’s acting spectrum, from overwhelming charisma to the excitement of love, will be on full display in this episode. Viewers are urged to pay close attention to whether Lee Jang-hyun and Yoo Gil-chae will finally reunite and how Nam Koong Min will bring this affectionate and powerful performance to life.