South Korean Drama ‘Agent Kim Reactivated’ Hits Record Ratings Amid Controversy

SBS’s drama “Agent Kim Reactivated” scored a 21.6% nationwide rating on July 5, becoming the first Korean drama in two years to break the 20% mark and ranking third on the network’s all‑time Friday‑Saturday drama chart. The surge comes as the show faces renewed criticism of Park Tae‑Jun, head of The Grimm Entertainment, the company behind the original webtoon, for past allegations that his work referenced controversial far‑right online content.

The series also dominated buzz metrics this week, topping the actor list with lead So Ji‑Sub at #1 and placing second on the drama buzz ranking behind Netflix’s “Notes from the Last Row.” Co‑star Yoon Kyung‑Ho entered the actor buzz list at #9, reflecting strong audience engagement despite the boycott calls.