'Moon in the Day' Episode 4: Kim Young Dae's Drama Struggles With Rating Race + Pyo Ye Jin is at the Brink of Death
"Moon in the Day" struggles to keep the rating up as the ENA series airs episode 4.
Headlined by Pyo Ye Jin and Kim Young Dae, the webtoon-based K-drama depicts the story of the thousand-year-long revenge of a nobleman against his lover.
In the 14-episode romance series, Pyo Ye Jin plays Han Ri Ta, who comes from a noble family. She witnessed her parents die at the hands of General Do Ha, portrayed by Kim Young Dae.
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In the present time, she lives as the brave firefighter Kang Young Hwa, who met celebrity Ha Jun Oh in a twisted fate.
Things changed when a pivotal incident shook Jun Oh. After thousands of years of waiting, Do Ha enters Lee Jun Oh's body to seek revenge against Kang Young Hwa.
Other than the duo, the "Moon in the Day" cast includes Ohn Joo Wan, who takes on the role of Han Min, Lee Jun Oh's brother and manager, while veteran actor Lee Kyung Young plays So Ri Bu, Do Ha's stepfather.
'Moon in the Day' Viewership
In a report, Nielsen Korea recorded an average nationwide rating of 1.530 percent for "Moon in the Day" episode 4.
After a minimal increase in the third episode, the historical K-drama experienced a significant decrease as it struggled to keep the rating up to 2 percent.
Kim Young Dae and Pyo Ye Jin's drama airs every Wednesday and Thursday via ENA, Genie TV, and Viki.
Meanwhile, the fifth episode is set to air on November 15.
'Moon in the Day' Episode 4 Highlights
A mix of past and present time, "Moon in the Day" episode 4 features a flashback during the Joseon period when Han Ri Ta is seeking to avenge her parents.
That is when Kang Young Hwa gets in danger after protecting Ha Jun Oh from a speeding car.
While unconscious at the hospital, she recalled her past life as Han Ri Ta who tried to assassinate Do Ha but she failed after Do Ha suddenly woke up.
In one scene, she unexpectedly learned the truth about Do Ha. He built a memorial tower for the Gaya people who innocently sacrificed themselves in the war.
This is where he prayed for their souls to rest in peace. Do Ha, who knew that Han Rita was General Gaya's daughter, tells her not to forgive him.
She also learned that Do Ha's intention is to escape from his hellish life, but he vows to wait for the moment when he gains the will to live.
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Written by Geca Wills
