TV CHOSUN’s weekend mini-series Durian’s Affair (written by Phoebe and Lim Sung Han) is a mysterious, fantasy, melodrama. As Durian (Park Ju Mi) and Kim So Jeo (Lee Da Yeon) transcend time and space for unknown reasons during an eclipse, fall into the modern world, and get intertwined with a chaebol family.
Above all, the 10th episode, which aired on July 23, recorded 6.3% overall nationwide ratings with a 6.6% minute-by-minute high based on Nielsen Korea, breaking its own highest ratings again. Durian’s Affair has been ranking first place in the same time slot for three consecutive weeks. In this regard, we summarized three reasons for the rise in viewer ratings and reasons why you should watch Durian’s Affair if you have not started yet.
The story might be hard to follow because it is a bit tricky, but pay close attention because it won’t disappoint you!
Timeless Love – Connecting the Past and the Present
Durian, Dan Chi Gam, and Dan Chi Jeong, the “swirl of fate” that has been complicated since their previous lives, draw more attention as the Dan brothers’ feelings toward Durian have become stronger in the present life. In the last episode, Durian reminisces on her past life and couldn’t believe her eyes when she saw Dan Chi Gam and Dan Chi Jeong having a happy dinner together, because those two were fiercely opposed in their previous lives. Moreover, the viewers’ tension rises when Dan Chi Gam hugged Durian to protect her from danger, and she immediately recalled the day in her previous life when Dol Soe confessed his love to Durian.
On the other hand, Kim So Jeo was shocked to hear that Dan Deung Myeong is engaged to Ayla (he was her husband in their past lives), and even cried in agony. Soon after, Kim So Jeo just accepted the reality and just treats Dan Deung Myeong coldly, which actually made him pay attention to Kim Soe Jeo more. Ayla exudes extreme jealousy and coldness toward Kim So Jeo, and the viewers are curious to find out how these three characters’ relationships will unfold.
Actors Who Are in Synced with the Characters
The actors’ high-end passionate performances, which show seamlessly through the characters, are one of the driving forces behind why this drama is thriving. Park Ju Mi leads a fantasy melodramatic romance with her role as Durian, a character who is pure, elegant, and seductive. Baek Do Yi’s character is also portrayed well by Choi Myung Gil’s charisma and elegance. And Kim Min Jun, who is playing both Dol Seo (in the past life) and Dan Chi Gam (in the present) shows both characters so well through his acting. All the actors that play 2 roles each for their past life and present life have really shined by playing both characters so well.
The Signature Scene that Only Phoebe Can Do
By now, we are all aware that Durian’s Affair was written by Phoebe, with her signature scenes that really captivate viewers. The characters’ psychology and captions that show the inner thoughts are something that Phoebe considered her ‘signature’ scenes in the dramas. In addition, Phoebe’s signature scenes with detailed explanations of swimming and food are also placed everywhere, which plays a part in why the drama is doing so well.
Where to Watch Durian’s Affair?
In conclusion, the acting, the genre-obsessed writer, and the crazy, yet very intriguing, storyline, all play a part in why everyone should be watching this drama, RIGHT NOW! Subscribe to KOCOWA+, and you can watch Durian’s Affair with professional English, Portuguese, and Spanish subtitles.
