'Welcome to Samdali's' Sensational Surge — Jo Yoon-seo & Han Eun-seong's Jaw-Dropping 9.8% Record
In a stunning turn of events, JTBC's Saturday-Sunday drama 'Welcome to Samdali' has not only surpassed double digits with an impressive 10.6% viewership in the metropolitan area but has also broken its own record, marking the highest rating in the weekend miniseries.
The national viewership rating stands at a commendable 9.8%, as reported by Nielsen Korea and based on paid households.
Samdal and Yong-pil's Rekindled Romance
The recent episode depicted a heartwarming reunion between Samdal (Shin Hye-sun) and Yong-pil (Ji Chang-wook), who decided to overcome the challenges that led to their previous breakup.
As they descended the hill hand in hand after eight years, their jubilant expressions reflected a sense of excitement and happiness.
The natural display of affection between the two, considering their past relationship, added a layer of authenticity to the unfolding storyline.
However, the serene moments for Yongpil and Samdal were short-lived as a new video of Samdal surfaced on the internet, creating a buzz.
Ahjussi please let Samdal & Yongpil be in love as they are. Why are you interfering again? They've had enough for the last eight years. Yongpil doesn't even know about this. We understand your concern but still, love isn't a sin you know. #WelcomeToSamdalriEp12 #welcometosamdalri pic.twitter.com/gjPwYLABSm
— Sarrah 🦋🤍 (@Sarrah1962) January 7, 2024
This unexpected development reignited public opinion and set the stage for a heated discussion surrounding Samdal's character, leaving fans eager to uncover the unfolding drama in Samdali.
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Mija's Heartwarming Gesture and Unforeseen Confrontations
Amidst the escalating tensions in Samdali, Mija (Kim Mi-kyung), Samdal's mother, emerged as a pillar of support.
Unwilling to let those who had hurt her daughter go unpunished, Mija surprised everyone by warmly embracing Samdal during a vulnerable period.
I understand why yongpil didn't tell samdal about her mother's sickness I mean he had no right to do so bcs her mother didn't even tell her #WelcomeToSamdalriEp8 pic.twitter.com/m2OLVNTvem
— ㅡ3ㅡ (@peachpeach1002) January 7, 2024
Meanwhile, Eun-ju and Chung-gi (Han Eun-seong) bravely entered a challenging situation, leading to a revelation of their personalities and skills.
The unexpected confrontation that followed, involving attacks and a retreat to Mija's tangerine field, added an unexpected twist to the unfolding narrative.
'Giant Wall' Sang-tae's Intriguing Appearance
The day's broadcast concluded with the unexpected appearance of 'giant wall' Sang-tae (Yoo Oh-seong), introducing a new layer of complexity to Yong-pil and Sam-dal's story.
As the plot thickens, details emerge about Yongpil's disciplinary action due to Mija, resulting in Samdal's departmental transfer.
Yet, despite the challenges, Yongpil remains a steadfast support, standing affectionately by Samdal's side as she embarks on a new role as a photographer at the Jeju Meteorological Administration.
The unfolding drama in 'Welcome to Samdali' promises more surprises and captivating moments in the episodes to come.
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Written by Michelle Williams.
