Episode 1 'BACKSTREET ROOKIE' Drama Ji Chang Wook and Kim Yoo Jung Receives Good Ratings

Kapanlagi.com - Fans of Ji Chang Wook are extremely happy. Because their handsome oppa has just made a comeback to the acting world through the drama BACKSTREET ROOKIE, which is adapted from a webtoon. In this drama, he is paired with the talented young actress, Kim Yoo Jung.

The drama BACKSTREET ROOKIE premiered on Friday (19/6/2020) on SBS. Previously, this time slot was occupied by the drama THE KING: ETERNAL MONARCH starring Lee Min Ho and Kim Go Eun.

BACKSTREET ROOKIE itself has a romantic comedy genre. It tells the unpredictable love story between a clumsy convenience store owner (played by Ji Chang Wook) and an enthusiastic part-time employee (Kim Yoo Jung).

1. Premiere Episode Rating

The ratings for the premiere episode of BACKSTREET ROOKIE have already been revealed. According to Nielsen Korea as reported by Soompi, the first part of episode 1 received a rating of 4.8% and the second part reached 6.3%.

Based on these ratings, BACKSTREET ROOKIE can be considered to have good ratings, considering that nowadays many dramas struggle to achieve ratings above 5%. However, compared to the final episode of THE KING: ETERNAL MONARCH, it is still lower. Lee Min Ho's drama finale for its two parts last week received ratings of 5.8% and 8.1% respectively.

2. There is still a Second Chance

There is still a chance for BACKSTREET ROOKIE to soar in its ratings. The second episode will air on Saturday night (20/6/2020).

Who has watched BACKSTREET ROOKIE? Do you like the story? Let's share your opinion :)

(soo/pit)