‘My Star, My Gold’, Concludes with Record 4.3% Ratings, Um Jung-hwa and Song Seung-heon Deliver Romance and Revenge

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‘My Star, My Gold’, Concludes with Record 4.3% Ratings, Um Jung-hwa and Song Seung-heon Deliver Romance and Revenge

Haneul Kwon · September 23, 2025 at 23:38

The Genie TV original drama ‘My Star, My Gold’ bid farewell on the 23rd, concluding with a warm and enjoyable run that garnered significant praise.

Bong Chung-ja (played by Um Jung-hwa) rediscovered her lost dreams and soared once more alongside Dok Go-cheol (played by Song Seung-heon). Their romance, spanning across 25 years, delivered overwhelming emotions to viewers. The final episode achieved its highest viewership rating to date at 4.3%, setting a new record for ENA's Monday-Tuesday dramas in 2025.

The truth behind the incident that ruined Im Se-ra (played by Jang Da-ah) was revealed through a voice recording, exposing Go Hee-young's (played by Lee El) wrongdoings. Bong Chung-ja steadfastly pursued the truth, leading to Go Hee-young's downfall. Dok Go-cheol also upheld justice by apprehending Kwak Jeong-do.

Having overcome all adversities, Bong Chung-ja successfully completed the film ‘Miscasting’, earning a supporting actress nomination, and established ‘Bong Entertainment’, marking a successful comeback. Dok Go-cheol was the only one who believed in her return. Bong Chung-ja offered Dok Go-cheol a role as her day manager, and they walked the red carpet together.

At the awards ceremony, Bong Chung-ja expressed her heartfelt gratitude to Dok Go-cheol, referred to as '0728', dedicating the award to him. During a press conference, she described Dok Go-cheol as a 'precious person', and he confessed his desire to become someone with whom she could 'walk towards the light'. The romantic conclusion provided viewers with a happy ending.

‘My Star, My Gold’ captivated audiences with its time-defying romance, satisfying revenge plot, and delightful humor. The fantastic chemistry between Um Jung-hwa and Song Seung-heon was a driving force behind the drama's popularity. The actors' stellar performances and the synergy between the director and writer also received high acclaim.

The drama 'My Star, My Gold' marked Um Jung-hwa's highly anticipated return to the small screen. She portrayed Bong Chung-ja, a former top star whose career was derailed by a scandal, delivering a nuanced performance of longing and emotional depth for her comeback. The 'Bong Entertainment' established by Bong Chung-ja in the drama symbolized hope for many who have lost their dreams. Um Jung-hwa's portrayal, spanning across 25 years, resonated deeply with viewers, offering profound empathy and immersion.