‘Penthouse 3’ Sustains Reign as Most Buzzworthy Drama for 2 Consecutive Weeks Since the Much-Awaited Premiere
Mega-hit Korean drama "Penthouse 3" continues to make waves across all platforms following its highly anticipated return.
As the thriller suspense drama features heart-pounding scenes and never-ending revenge between Lee Ji Ah, Eugene, Kim So Yeon, Uhm Ki Joon, Yoon Jong Hoon, and the rest of the personalities at Hera Palace, it appears that fans can't get enough of SBS' Friday drama.
"Penthouse 3: War in Life" Tops the Most Buzzworthy Drama List
According to Good Data, "Penthouse 3" has once again landed the top spot for the most buzzworthy drama for the second week of June 2021.
This is based on the weekly analysis released by the company that determines the ranking of currently airing or soon to be released dramas from netizens' reactions through blog posts, online news, communities, social media videos, and more.
Amid the reign of the drama, "Penthouse 3" cast dropped in the list of most buzzworthy actors.
Lee Ji Ah, who plays Shim Su Ryeon, scored the eighth spot. This is a major dip from her previous ranking, where she landed in third place.
On the other hand, Park Eun Seok managed to squeeze in on top nine after being embroiled in a controversy.
To recall, "Penthouse 3" episode 2 was criticized and accused of racism and cultural appropriation.
It came after the 37-year-old actor's new character, who was introduced as Alex, Logan Lee's twin brother, wore long dreadlocks, face tattoos, and spoke with an African-American accent.
Several viewers pointed out that this is a mockery and an insult to the culture; however, the production team immediately set the record straight to clear the issue.
"There was no intention to make fun or mock a specific race or culture," a representative explained to OSEN.
"Penthouse 3: War in Life" was followed by "Youth of May" as the second most buzzworthy drama, while lead stars Lee Do Hyun and Go Min Si came in second and sixth place as most buzzworthy actors.
This is also the week that the KBS melodrama aired its season finale.
READ MORE: 'Penthouse 3' Hailed as Most Buzzworthy Drama Following its Successful Premiere
Lee Hye Ri Named as the Most Buzzworthy Actor
Girls Day member Lee Hyeri surpassed Park Bo Young's reign and became the current top one for the most buzzworthy actor for the second week of June.
This is a major drop from the "Doom at Your Service" actress, who is currently in fourth place.
Here is the full list of the most buzzworthy dramas as noted by Good Data Corporation for the second week of June 2021.
#1 The Penthouse 3
#2 Youth of May
#3 Doom at Your Service
#4 My Roommate is a Gumiho
#5 Mine
#6 Law School
#7 Revolutionary Sisters
#8 Racket Boys
#9 Hospital Playlist 2
#10 Sell Your Haunted House
On the other hand, check out the complete list of the most buzzworthy actors and actresses.
#1 Lee Hyeri
#2 Lee Do Hyun
#3 Jang Ki Yong
#4 Park Bo Young
#5 Seo In Guk
#6 Go Min Si
#7 Lee Bo Young
#8 Lee Ji Ah
#9 Park Eun Seok
#10 Lee Hyun Wook
IN CASE YOU MISSED: 'Penthouse 3' Production Team Addresses Controversy Regarding Park Eun Seok's Character and Racism Issue
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Written by Geca Wills
