Namgoong Min vs Park Eun Bin: Actors Fight for the Most Popular K-Drama Star Title

A-list stars Namgoong Min and Park Eun Bin are dominating the small screen with their respective K-dramas. Due to this, they are experiencing fierce battles on popular rankings!

Namgoong Min, Park Eun Bin Go Head to Head for the Most Popular K-Drama Star Crown

According to the released data of Fundex, Good Data Corporation's official platform service, "Castaway Diva" and "My Dearest Part 2" are ruling the chart as well as their respective lead stars.

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Namgoong Min met the viewers again with the second part of his historical-romance series "My Dearest." The drama continues to record high viewership ratings every week.

In addition, Namgoong Min topped the Most Popular K-Drama Star with an average score of 5.48 percent. He had a fierce battle with actress Park Eun Bin, who came second, recording a score of 5.47 percent!

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Park Eun Bin

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The actor's leading lady in "My Dearest," Ahn Eun Jin made it to top 3, followed by idol-actress Suzy for her drama "Doona."

Rising star Lee Yoo Mi stole the No. 5 spot on the chart, proving her growing popularity.

Here Are the Top 10 Most Popular K-Drama Stars

1. Namkoong Min - "My Dearest Part 2" (5.48%)
2. Park Eun Bin - "Castaway Diva" 5.47%)
3. Ahn Eun Jin - "My Dearest Part 2" (5.13%)
4. Suzy - "Doona!" (4.47%)
5. Lee Yoo Mi - "Strong Girl Nam Soon" (3.81%)
6. Kim Jung Eun - "Strong Girl Nam Soon" (3.66%)
7. Choi Hyun Wook - "Twinkling Watermelon" (3.39%)
8. Ryeo Un - "Twinkling Watermelon" (3.09%)
9. Rowoon - "The Matchmakers" (2.69%)
10. Kim Hae Sook - "Strong Girl Nam Soon" (2.61%)

Choi Hyun Wook, Ryeo Un, Rowoon Maintain Spots on Most Popular K-Drama Stars

Another young and promising star, Choi Hyun Wook, who is grabbing the viewers' attention through his series "Twinkling Watermelon," came 7th. His co-actor, Ryeo Un, followed him at No. 8.

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Choi Hyun Wook, Ryeoun

Idol-actor Rowoon is consistent in making it on the list and occupied the 9th spot. Claiming the 10th spot is veteran actress Kim Hae Sook from JTBC's "Strong Girl Namsoon."

Aside from these talented stars, their dramas are also receiving lots of support from the viewers and even recorded good ratings.

Park Eun Bin's 'Castaway Diva' Hailed Most Popular K-Drama

In the Popular TV Drama Series, Park Eun Bin's "Castaway Diva" stole the No. 1 spot, overtaking its competitors. With its heartwarming storyline and the cast members' passionate performances, the drama's viewership rating doubled from its first pilot week episodes.

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Park Eun Bin, Chae Jong Hyeop, VIXX N

Meanwhile, "Strong Girl Namsoon" held steadfast in their place, with Kim Jung Eun's comedic portrayal as Lee Yoo Mi's mother high praise.

Netflix's "Daily Dose of Sunshine," which just debuted on the said online streaming platform, also made an impressive entry to Top 10. Despite the positive reviews for its balance and comforting portrayal of mental health issues, it falls short in generating buzz.

Adding to the list are Rowoon and Cho Yi Hyun of the romance-comedy drama "The Matchmakers." It also received good reviews as it highlighted the unique characters and the actors' great chemistry.

Kim Young Dae and Pyo Ye Jin's "Moon in the Day" entered the ranking at No. 9.

"High Cookie," which premiered in October 23, joined the list at No. 10.

Here Are the Top 10 Most Popular K-Dramas

1. "Castaway Diva" - tvN (13.43%)
2. "My Dearest Part 2" - MBC (12.22%)
3. "Strong Girl Nam Soon" - JTBC (10.48%)
4. "Doona!" - Netflix  (9.05%)
5. "Twinkling Watermelon" - tvN (8.90%)
6. "The Matchmakers" - KBS (6.57%)
7. "The Escape of the Seven" - SBS (6.35%)
8. "Daily Dose of Sunshine" - Netflix (5.99%)
9. "Moon in the Day" - ENA (4.38%)
10. "High Cookie" - U+Mobile TV  (3.77%)

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Shai Collins wrote this.