Lim Yoon-a Reigns Supreme: Tops Drama Buzz for 3 Weeks Straight with 'King's Chef'

Lim Yoon-a, under SM Entertainment, has once again proven her unparalleled star power by securing the top spot in drama buzz for three consecutive weeks with her performance in the tvN weekend drama ‘King's Chef’.

In the hit series, Lim Yoon-a portrays Yeon Ji-young, a French chef who time-slips to the past. Her impeccable portrayal of the character has garnered explosive reactions from viewers, who praise her complete immersion in the role. Building on her successful track record in naturalistic comedic roles in films like ‘Confidential Assignment’ and ‘Exit’, Lim Yoon-a is once again delighting audiences with her signature comedic timing in ‘King's Chef’.

Particularly in the sixth episode, a scene where an intoxicated Yeon Ji-young passionately belts out Seo Taiji and Boys' 'Come Back Home' while desperately searching for someone, showcased Lim Yoon-a's comedic genius. Her performance, from drunken eyes and tearful expressions to desperate gestures, induced laughter and highlighted the unique charm of her comedic acting. Furthermore, her skillful handling of situations where Yeon Ji-young freely uses slang, loanwords, and foreign languages in a past era, through nuanced vocal tone, facial expressions, and gestures, made the scenes even more humorous and endearing.

Beyond her comedic flair, Lim Yoon-a has also been commended for her stable narration, delicately weaving in emotional states fitting the context, which enhances viewer immersion. This solid acting ability has led to her being described as 'unimaginable without Lim Yoon-a as Yeon Ji-young,' and with consistent self-highest ratings and three consecutive weeks at number one in drama cast buzz (according to Good Data Corporation’s Fondex), anticipation for her future performances in the latter half of the drama is soaring.

‘King's Chef’, featuring Lim Yoon-a's diverse charms, airs every Saturday and Sunday at 9:10 PM on tvN.

Lim Yoon-a debuted in 2007 with the group Girls' Generation, where she served as a main dancer and sub-vocalist. She has also built a strong acting career, receiving acclaim for her roles in numerous productions such as 'The King in Love', 'Hyori's Homestay', and 'Big Mouth'. Her recent comedic performances in the films 'Confidential Assignment 2: International' and 'Exit' have further solidified her position as a versatile actress.