'Typhoon Inc.', Tops Drama & Cast Popularity Charts for Two Consecutive Weeks; Hits High Ratings and Streaming Success

tvN's weekend drama 'Typhoon Inc.' has officially entered its hit streak, securing the number one spot in both drama and cast popularity for two weeks running.

The series is experiencing a surge in both viewership and buzz. Episode 8 recorded an average nationwide viewership rating of 9.1% and a peak of 9.6%, setting a new personal best. In the Seoul metropolitan area, ratings averaged 9% and peaked at 9.7% (Source: Nielsen Korea, paid households).

Furthermore, 'Typhoon Inc.' claimed the top position in the TV-OTT drama category for the fifth week of October according to Good Data Corporation's FUNdex, maintaining its reign for the second consecutive week. Lee Jun-ho led the cast popularity chart for two weeks straight, with Kim Min-ha securing the second spot. The drama has also consistently appeared in Netflix's Global Top 10 TV (Non-English) list for three weeks, generating significant global attention.

A major factor in this success is the captivating performances of Lee Jun-ho and Kim Min-ha, who have deeply immersed themselves in their characters. Lee Jun-ho masterfully portrayed Kang Tae-poong, a determined youth pushing forward against all odds, using his signature delicate emotional expression to depict the character's inner world. He infused the role with warmth and romance, even when faced with harsh realities, making the character incredibly appealing through his expressions and gaze. Lee Jun-ho's portrayal fluidly shifted between the impulsive intensity and profound sensitivity of Tae-poong, adding humor and humanity to create a compelling corporate warrior shining through crises.

Kim Min-ha brought the diligent and responsible 'K-eldest daughter,' Oh Mi-seon, to life with remarkable depth. Her unique subtle expressions and dynamic acting breathed vitality into a character that could have otherwise felt one-dimensional. She skillfully conveyed the wit and energy within Mi-seon's upright and firm nature. Her performance was marked by a natural sense of rhythm in comedic moments and a deep emotional resonance when conveying intense feelings, guiding the narrative with nuanced facial expressions alone. Her portrayal transcended that of a typical realistic office worker, creating a universally relatable and lovable Mi-seon that added warmth to the drama.

Crucially, the two leads engaged in constant dialogue on set, collaboratively building scene details. Beyond the script's emotions, their chemistry and spontaneous ad-libs, along with subtle glances, amplified the characters' realism. This process infused each scene between Tae-poong and Mi-seon with authentic breath, naturally bringing out humor and emotional depth. The actors' vibrant energy breathed life and warmth into the story of 'Typhoon Inc.', making the world of corporate warriors persevering together through crises even more convincing.

The struggles of the never-give-up corporate warriors unfold with a mix of humor and poignancy, delivering thrilling catharsis to viewers. Their fight for survival amidst the harsh realities of the IMF crisis offers a sense of small miracles and moving inspiration each episode. The unwavering hope and power of solidarity amidst adversity leave a profound resonance with the audience. Attention is now focused on how the incident involving Sales Manager Go Jin (played by Lee Chang-hoon), who was apprehended by Thai police, will impact Typhoon Inc., and how Tae-poong and Mi-seon will navigate this unfolding crisis.

'Typhoon Inc.' airs every Saturday and Sunday at 9:10 PM on tvN.

Netizens are praising the drama, commenting things like, 'Lee Jun-ho's acting is incredible as always,' 'The chemistry between Lee Jun-ho and Kim Min-ha is amazing,' 'A drama that really resonates with reality,' and 'Even the OST is perfect,' showing enthusiastic support for the show's popularity and the actors' dedicated performances.