'That Guy is a Black Dragon' Gains Global Popularity

'That Guy is a Black Dragon' (그놈은 흑염룡), a tvN drama airing on Mondays and Tuesdays, has seen its popularity soar beyond South Korea. The series, written by Kim Soo-yeon and directed by Lee Soo-hyun, tells the story of Baek Soo-jung, a team leader haunted by her first love, and Ban Joo-yeon, a third-generation chaebol hiding his true self as a fan of the 'Black Dragon.' The two, who had a disastrous online gaming encounter in their youth, find themselves reconnecting in the workplace, leading to a sweet and humorous rekindling of their first love. In its fourth episode, viewers were treated to the delightful tension between Baek Soo-jung (played by Moon Ga-young) and Ban Joo-yeon (played by Choi Hyun-wook), who remain unaware that they are each other's first love and dark past, creating a charming romantic atmosphere that has captivated audiences.

The show has been generating buzz, achieving the highest viewership ratings across all channels during its time slot, including cable and general programming, based on the latest episode. It also topped the 2049 demographic ratings, which is a key target audience for tvN.

Moreover, 'That Guy is a Black Dragon' has captured the attention of international viewers, ranking first in 136 countries, including the United States, Brazil, Mexico, the UK, France, India, and the UAE, on the global OTT platform Rakuten Viki, with an impressive rating of 9.7 out of 10. This success marks another potential global hit for tvN's romantic comedies.

In Japan, the streaming service U-NEXT reported that as of February 26, the series ranked first in the Hallyu Asia category and maintained a spot in the overall top 10 dramas, achieving a perfect score of 5 out of 5. Additionally, in Indonesia, the platform Vidio has also seen 'That Guy is a Black Dragon' rise to the top of the Korean drama rankings and second overall, indicating a strong response from viewers. Vidio noted the significant impact of locally produced social media content related to the show, further demonstrating its global appeal. With both domestic and international acclaim, 'That Guy is a Black Dragon' is poised to become a go-to drama for viewers looking to cure their Monday blues.

The series airs every Monday and Tuesday at 8:50 PM.