Will 'My Daughter Seo Young' solidify its status as a "national drama"?
In 8 episodes, the drama broke 30% in ratings (according to AGB Nielson Media Research) and looks like it will continue to rise. 'My Daughter Seo Young' (written by So Hyun Kyung, directed by Yoo Hyun Ki) is receiving a lot of attention from the viewers. It has all the makings of a traditional weekend drama, but with fast pacing. This drama is at the peak of the revival of KBS dramas.
'My Daughter Seo Young' is unlike any other weekend drama where the storyline moves so quickly that the viewers are unable to catch their breath because they get swept up in the story.
The main character Seo Young (played by Lee Bo Young) is at the center of the story that is full of tension and realism: how her love with wealthy Woo Jae (played by Lee Sang Yoon) began when they first met, her mother's death, her hatred for her good-for-nothing father and her refusal to acknowledge his existence, and Woo Jae's proposal. These connected subplots make the viewers anticipate the next episode.
People fell for this drama because they sympathized with Seo Young's unhappy life. They also fell for Woo Jae, who loves her and her stiff pride, along with his witty lines and dating method. Lee Bo Young captivated the audience with her eyes that always seem brimming with tears. Lee Sang Yoon shook off the image of the usual cool guy to become Woo Jae, who stubbornly does everything and anything he can for the woman he loves.
This weekend (on October 13th and 14th) the drama will continue the love line between Seo Young and Woo Jae, and something shocking about Seo Young and her father Sam Jae. The focus will be on whether Seo Young and Woo Jae will be able to get married, however, a staff member hinted, "This weekend, there will be a surprising twist in the plot between Seo Young and Woo Jae, but especially with her father Sam Jae. Please look forward to it."
'My Daughter Seo Young' has quickly moving plot with an emotional roller-coaster where everything is grounded by the good acting. It will be interesting to see how the drama solidifies its status as a "national drama".
