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The Husband Korean drama audience growth

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The KBS2 thriller *The Husband* launched in early July 2026 with a 4.4% debut rating, quickly climbing to an average 6.4% and a 7.2% peak for episode 2. The early plot follows husband Kang Tae‑ju (Nam Goong Min) as he confronts a kidnapping, ransom threats, and a mysterious figure claiming his innocence, sparking strong online discussion. Episodes 7 and 8 (aired July ~~25‑26)~~ 25-26) extend the suspense: police detain Tae‑ju while kidnapper Noh Man‑hee escapes, a hospitalized Kim Kyung‑ae prompts a risky operation, and a frozen‑lake chase heightens tension. Episode 9 (August 1) deepens the mystery with hints of an illegal fetal‑stem‑cell project run by Go Dong‑chan and a newly discovered body in a hospital garage. Episode 10 (early August) introduces a hidden mastermind, Dr Chi‑ung, linked to a medical conspiracy funded by Dr Ko. The episode reveals further villainous moves, including Noh’s violent rescue and escalating confrontations, while characters edge toward exposing the illicit research. Throughout, Nielsen Korea reports sustained high viewership, keeping *The Husband* among the week’s most‑watched domestic dramas. The series ~~continues~~ concludes with Tae-ju navigating a final confrontation with Man-hee and Chi-ung, who threatens him with a lethal syringe. Prioritizing medical duty over personal revenge, Tae-ju performs surgery to ~~blend high‑stakes thriller elements~~ save Gyeongae's life. The narrative shifts from revenge toward justice as Man-hee provides recorded confessions to ensure Chi-ung's downfall. The series ends with ~~evolving conspiracies, maintaining strong audience engagement into August.~~ the main characters, Tae-ju and Se-yun, finally facing the truth of their marriage.

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