Love Is Coming hits 13.8% viewership rating as Ha Seok-jin and Hani's romance faces crisis

While the KBS 2TV weekend drama 'Love Is Coming' has achieved early success by surpassing a 13% viewership rating in just two episodes, an unexpected crack is appearing in the sweet romance between Ha Seok-jin and Hani.

'Love Is Coming' has maintained a steep upward trend, garnering enthusiastic responses from viewers since its premiere. In episodes 1 and 2, which aired on the 25th and 26th of last month, the drama heightened immersion through a dense portrayal of the Han siblings, entangled in love and hate, and the hidden connections of the parental generation. In particular, episode 2 recorded a nationwide viewership rating of 13.8%, a 1.8 percentage point increase from the first episode, proving its potential as a weekend drama hit.

In episodes 3 and 4, scheduled to air on August 1 and 2, the love between Kim Mu-jin (Ha Seok-jin) and Han Gyu-rim (Hani) ripens, while hidden secrets between the two begin to shake their relationship.

Previously, Han Gyu-rim, who had struggled to push Kim Mu-jin away in the face of reality, finally opened her heart to his sincerity as he fought to stay by her side. After confirming their feelings for each other and shedding tears, the two teased a full-fledged first love romance, capturing the hearts of viewers.

Released stills capture the two, now lovers, unable to hide their smiles just by looking at each other. Their natural gazes and comfortable atmosphere convey the charm of a fresh couple, further highlighting their sweet chemistry.

However, the happy moments will not last long.

In subsequent photos, Kim Mu-jin's expression is momentarily frozen in heaviness. His complex gaze, lost in deep thought, heightens tension by implying there is a secret he has not yet confessed to Han Gyu-rim. As their love deepens, the situation reaches a point where the hidden truth can no longer be ignored.

In another still, a scene is revealed where Han Gyu-rim and Kim Mu-jin's older sister, Yunjin Kim (Miram), sit across from each other in conversation.

Curiosity is amplified as Han Gyu-rim is captured handing a voice recorder to Yunjin Kim with a meaningful expression. Attention is focused on what is contained within the recorder and what kind of waves it will cause in the relationship between Kim Mu-jin and Han Gyu-rim.

'Love Is Coming' continues its rising viewership rating thanks to solid character relationships and fast-paced development. As the excitement of first love, family secrets, and connections spanning generations begin to fully intertwine, expectations are high that the drama will further fuel the weekend ratings fever.