Viewers Nostalgic for 'REPLY 1988' While Watching Park Bo Gum's New Drama 'RECORD OF YOUTH' Because of This

Kapanlagi.com - The first episode of the drama RECORD OF YOUTH aired on Monday night (7/8/2020). This drama, starring Park Bo Gum and Park So Dam, successfully caught the attention of viewers who have been waiting for the actor who is currently serving in the military.

According to Nielsen Korea data, the first episode of RECORD OF YOUTH achieved an average national rating of 6.4 percent, with a peak of 8.7 percent. With this achievement, the drama successfully topped the Monday night Korean drama slot.

1. There is a similarity

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After watching the first episode of the drama that tells the story of young people pursuing their dreams, many viewers were reminded of the drama REPLY 1988. Not only because of Park Bo Gum's appearance with his great visuals and acting skills after 5 years, but there is another reason that makes them nostalgic for this drama that aired in 2015.

That nostalgic reason is the house in RECORD OF YOUTH that looks similar to the one in REPLY 1988. When they see the semi-basement house in RECORD OF YOUTH, viewers are immediately reminded of Jung Hwan's residence in REPLY 1988.

2. Trending on Twitter

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It seems that many Korean drama viewers have not moved on from REPLY 1988. Even though 5 years have passed since its airing, REPLY 1988 is still considered one of the best Korean dramas of all time because it really connects with reality.

Because so many people have not moved on, REPLY 1988 has become trending on Twitter again after the premiere of RECORD OF YOUTH. Are KLovers one of the viewers who have not moved on?

(kpl/rsp)