Highlight Reel: Jung Il-woo & Jung In-sun Shine in 'The Best Moments' of 'The Brilliant Season'

KBS 2TV's weekend drama 'The Brilliant Season' is captivating viewers with its bold plot twists and the intricate stories of its surrounding characters. The series, directed by Kim Hyung-suk and written by So Hyun-kyung, is maintaining high engagement with its fast-paced narrative and distinct characters.

A standout moment from episode 9 featured Jung In-sun's character, Ji Eun-oh, delivering a thrilling action sequence. Mirroring a past scene where she defended a friend, Eun-oh executed a powerful flying kick against loan sharks who barged into a cafe. This impulsive act in a crisis situation propelled the viewership to a peak of 16.7% per minute, garnering significant attention. Jung Il-woo's character, Lee Ji-hyuk, further amplified the catharsis by shrewdly dismissing the loan sharks, making this scene the broadcast's highest-rated moment.

Episode 10 delivered a shocking revelation regarding Eun-oh's hidden birth secret. While attempting to steal her mother's bankbook, Ji Kang-oh (played by Yang Hyuk) discovered family registration documents revealing Eun-oh's adoption as a minor. The truth that her biological mother is none other than Go Sung-hee (portrayed by Lee Tae-ran) escalated the tension to its peak. The scene where Sung-hee witnesses Eun-oh shielding her from a hit-and-run and utters, "How pathetic. That such a child came from my womb?" achieved a per-minute rating of 16.8%, leaving viewers stunned.

Audiences have flooded online forums with comments like, "Kang-oh was bound to cause trouble," "Eun-oh's guts are no joke," and "The pacing is so fast, it's incredibly fun. Dopamine overload!" This enthusiastic response underscores the drama's success in drawing viewers in with its unpredictable narrative and the strong performances of Jung Il-woo and Jung In-sun, alongside a compelling supporting cast. Expectations are mounting for the secrets and conflicts yet to unfold.

Jung Il-woo debuted in the 2006 sitcom 'High Kick!' and quickly gained widespread popularity.

He has established himself as a versatile actor, showcasing a broad acting spectrum in roles ranging from romance and comedy to historical dramas.

More recently, he garnered public support and well wishes after publicly disclosing his battle with a brain aneurysm.