‘My Dearest Nemesis’ CP Reveals Key Points for Final Episodes “Focus on Noona-Dongsaeng Chemistry”
“My Dearest Nemesis” tells the story of Baek Soo-jung (Moon Ga-young), a “division head killer” team leader, and Ban Joo-yeon (Choi Hyun-wook), a “third-generation chaebol” division head, as they navigate a workplace romance after their past history is “unsealed”.
Since its premiere on February 17, “My Dearest Nemesis” has garnered significant attention. It started with a viewership rating of 3.5% (Nielsen Korea, nationwide paid platform standard) and steadily climbed to 4.5% in episode 3, 4.9% in episode 5 and 5.1% in episode 6. While ratings saw a slight dip in the latter half, audience enthusiasm remains strong.
With the drama entering its final stretch, IZE spoke with CP Kim Seon-tae to discuss key points for the remaining episodes and the reasons behind the show’s success.
In episode 9, Baek Soo-jung and Ban Joo-yeon finally realized their past connection, shaking up their emotions once again. As the drama hurtles toward its climax, viewers are eager to see how their relationship will develop.
CP Kim shared, “As we enter the final episodes, the romance that viewers have been anticipating will fully unfold. Please focus on the unique ‘noona-dongsaeng’ (the woman is the older of the couple) chemistry and enjoy the journey until the very end.”
A major factor in the drama’s success has been the outstanding performances of its leads, particularly Choi Hyun-wook, whose portrayal of Ban Joo-yeon has been spot-on.
CP Kim expressed high satisfaction with Choi Hyun-wook’s performance, stating, “At one point, I thought, ‘Who else could possibly play Ban Joo-yeon if not Choi Hyun-wook?’ He has completely embodied the character.“
Moon Ga-young’s performance has also been a highlight. Her signature cheerful and lively energy has captivated viewers, making her character Baek Soo-jung both relatable and endearing.
CP Kim praised Moon Ga-young’s performance, “Her signature lovable yet sharp acting worked exceptionally well in this drama.“
CP Kim added, “Her portrayal of Baek Soo-jung, who experiences romance twice with her ‘dark past’ first love, added depth to the character and naturally drew viewers in.”
The drama’s ability to blend various genres—comedy, romance and office—has been a key factor in its appeal. While romance dramas are abundant in Korean television, success is never guaranteed.
When asked whether the production team anticipated such a positive response, CP Kim explained, “The drama is based on the popular Naver Webtoon of the same name by Hye Jin-yang. Given the webtoon’s popularity, we were curious about how the drama adaptation would be received. We’re incredibly grateful for the enthusiastic response.“
Regarding the drama’s unique appeal, CP Kim stated, “To attract a wider audience, we reinterpreted the original webtoon’s charm and carefully crafted the characters and storyline.”
As one of the standout rom-coms of early 2025, “My Dearest Nemesis” has delivered plenty of laughs and heart-fluttering moments. With only three episodes remaining, all eyes are on how this beloved drama will conclude.
