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tvN's new weekend drama Love Next Door will reportedly welcome a new character in the story. Seo Ji-hye will reportedly be seen in the role of Choi Seung-hyo's ex-girlfriend, as reported Korean publication by Joy News24.
The ongoing drama, which began airing on August 17, delves the story of Bae Seok-ryu, played by Jung So-min, a woman attempting to reboot her life, and Choi Seung-hyo, played by Jung Hae-in, her childhood acquaintance and a man grappling with his past.
Their charming on-screen chemistry, filled with playful banter and touching moments, has struck a chord with viewers. In addition to the strong lead performances, Love Next Door benefits from a well-rounded cast, including Kim Ji-eun, Yoon Ji-on, Park Ji-young, Jo Han-chul, Jang Young-nam, Lee Seung-joon, Lee Seung-hyeop, Jeon Seok-ho, and Shim So-young.
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Seo Ji-hye's cameo in Love Next Door
In Love Next Door, Seo Ji-hye will reportedly play a pivotal role in the series as Jang Tae-hee, the ex-girlfriend of Choi Seung-hyo, marking her reunion with actor Jung Hae-in after eight years. Choi Seung-Hyo, played by Jung Hae-in is a top young architect in Korea, running the successful atelier In. Despite his professional and personal charm, he harbors regrets linked to Bae Seok-ryu, played by Jung So-min.
Their families’ close friendship meant they spent significant time together, including bathing at a women's bathhouse. As adults, Choi and Bae reconnect. Bae Seok-Ryu, once a top student and successful project manager at a large company, left her job and has been unemployed since. Her encounter with Choi Seung-Hyo rekindles old connections and unresolved issues.
Seo Ji-hye and Jung Hae-in last worked together in the 2016 SBS drama That's How It Is. Their reunion in Love Next Door would add an extra layer of intrigue, promising a special storyline that fans are eager to watch unfold.
Seo Ji-hye gained initial recognition with her role in the horror film Voice and has since become well-known for her roles in several popular television dramas, including 49 Days, Punch, Don't Dare to Dream, Crash Landing on You, and Red Balloon. She played the lead character of Jo Eun-kang in Red Balloon.
Love Next Door viewership statistics
The show's success is reflected in its impressive viewership statistics. Within two days of its release, Love Next Door recorded 1.1 million viewers and 2.7 million viewing hours on Netflix, landing in the 5th spot in the Netflix Global TOP 10 Series (non-English) category.
Additionally, the drama ranked second on the TV-OTT integrated chart for the 3rd week of August, according to Good Data Corporation's FUNdex, with Jung So-min and Jung Hae-in taking the top two spots for cast member popularity.
Moreover, the drama experienced a notable rise in viewership with its second episode, achieving an average nationwide rating of 6.0 percent. This marks an increase of over one percentage point from the show's premiere the previous night.
