Uhm Jung-hwa's Secret Identity Revealed in 'My Star, My Golden Child' Finale; Ratings Soar

The latest episode of the Genie TV original drama 'My Star, My Golden Child' (directed by Choi Young-hoon, written by Park Ji-ha) has sent shockwaves through the audience as the true identity of the protagonist, Bong Cheong-ja (played by Uhm Jung-hwa), was revealed to be former top star Im Se-ra.

The 7th episode, aired on the 8th, garnered significant attention, with viewership ratings reaching 3.4% nationwide and 3.1% in the Seoul metropolitan area, according to Nielsen Korea. The episode concluded with a compelling scene of Bong Cheong-ja fleeing from a mob of reporters alongside Dokgo Cheol (Song Seung-heon), hinting at a pivotal turning point with her comeback show.

Despite the unpredictable plot twists, including the appearance of Won Ban, the drama has been met with fervent responses. Bong Cheong-ja secured her entry into 'Twowon Entertainment' by demanding double the proposed contract fee and insisting that Dokgo Cheol be her manager. However, her comeback show faced a significant hurdle with the arrival of Go Hee-young (Lee El), who harbored resentment.

Go Hee-young orchestrated a plan to humiliate Bong Cheong-ja by casting her as a mere extra in an advertisement shoot, intending to exact revenge for past slights. Bong Cheong-ja, realizing Go Hee-young's scheme was a retaliation for her past defeat as Im Se-ra, vowed to fight back.

With Dokgo Cheol acting as her problem solver, Bong Cheong-ja navigated the legal and public relations challenges. A public apology staged by Dokgo Cheol forced Go Hee-young to back down. However, the joy was short-lived as Bong Cheong-ja's identity as Im Se-ra was exposed to the world. The drama ended with Bong Cheong-ja and Dokgo Cheol running hand-in-hand from the press, their smiles suggesting a new chapter awaits.

Uhm Jung-hwa is a celebrated South Korean singer and actress, renowned for her versatile talent and iconic status in the entertainment industry. She rose to fame in the 1990s with her distinctive music and bold fashion, earning the nickname 'Korea's Madonna.' In recent years, she has garnered critical acclaim for her compelling performances in dramas and films.