Released on May 8 on SBS, the movie "My Royal nemesis" broadcast on 2 days, Friday - Saturday, recorded a clear increase in viewership.
According to Nielsen Korea, episode 2 (May 9) achieved a rating of 5.4%, up sharply from 4.1% of episode 1 and setting the highest level of the film to date.
Not only scoring points on television, the work also created a strong effect on the online platform. As of May 10, the film topped the top 10 Korean Netflix series.
According to FlixPatrol on May 11, the film rose to the top 2 globally in the Netflix series category, and also led in 24 countries and territories, including Vietnam. The work also entered the top 10 Netflix US for 2 consecutive days.
The work revolves around Shin Seo Ri (Lim Ji Yeon) - an unknown actress who is suddenly possessed by the soul of Kang Dan Sim, a notorious Joseon-era villain.
Awakening in 2026, she is forced to adapt to modern life and get caught in a "love-hate" relationship with the cold-blooded tycoon heir Cha Se Gye (Heo Nam Jun) - who is likened to "products of capitalism".
The role of two identities interwoven, ancient - humorous - romantic, helped Lim Ji Yeon receive many compliments from the audience. Many scenes spread on social networks, especially the ancient costume line that caused a fever and the scene of fighting with flowers between the two main characters.
Heo Nam Jun plays Cha Se Gye - the third-generation heir of the tycoon group. The relationship between him and Shin Seo Ri begins with misunderstandings and conflicts before gradually developing into a volatile love story.
At the premiere press conference, Heo Nam Jun confidently said that the film's viewership rating could exceed 20% thanks to the good harmony of the cast. Lim Ji Yeon also affirmed that audiences can wait for the natural chemistry of the characters.
Although newly aired, "My Royal Enemy" is emerging as one of the most watched Korean dramas currently as it simultaneously increases ratings, leads Netflix Korea and enters the top 2 Netflix globally. The next episode of the drama airs on May 15.
