The Supporting Actress Who Surpassed The Female Lead In The Often-Touted “Worst K-Drama Of The Year”
Kim Jung Eun is facing major fan backlash for stealing the spotlight in Strong Girl Nam Soon.
The controversy started after the sequel to Strong Woman Do Bong Soon dropped. Fans expected a hit like the original, starring Park Bo Young and Park Hyung Sik. Instead, the new show with leads Lee Yoo Mi and Ong Seong Wu got mixed reviews.
Viewers slammed Strong Girl Nam Soon as “one of the worst shows in K-Drama history” due to its weak storyline. But a surprise emerged: Kim Jung Eun, playing Nam Soon’s mother Geum Ju, earned huge praise for her comedic timing and acting.
Fans say the show should’ve been about Geum Ju, not Nam Soon.
“The show should’ve been Strong Girl Geum Ju,” a Reddit user said.
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“Kim Jung Eun stole every scene she was in,” another comment read.
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Despite the series failing to meet high expectations, Kim Jung Eun became the unexpected highlight and fan favorite.
Fans are calling out the drama for missing the mark but praising Kim Jung Eun’s scenes as the only bright spot.
Park Bo Young & Park Hyung Sik starred in the original hit.
Lee Yoo Mi & Ong Seong Wu lead the poorly received spinoff.
Fans remain divided as the sequel fails expectations, but praise flows nonstop for Kim Jung Eun’s role.
The show is streaming now on Netflix.