SBS’s “The Fiery Priest 2” Gains Momentum with Ji Seung-hyun’s Special Appearance

SBS’s Friday-Saturday drama “The Fiery Priest 2” is gaining significant attention due to a special appearance by actor Ji Seung-hyun. Ji Seung-hyun has transformed into a character entirely different from his previous image in “Good Partner,” bringing new energy to the series.

The first episode of “The Fiery Priest 2,” which aired on the 8th, recorded an average viewer rating of 12.4% and a peak of 15.4%, making it the top-rated mini-series premiere of 2024. These figures are based on Nielsen Korea’s metropolitan area data, reflecting the intense interest from both domestic and international viewers. Additionally, it ranked first in today’s TOP1 on the domestic OTT platform Wavve and achieved global popularity by ranking 8th in the Disney+ TV SHOW category on the global OTT ranking site Flix Patrol.

In the second episode, the main character Kim HaeIl (Kim NamGil) and his assistant Ku DaeYoung (Kim SungKyun) head to Busan to pursue the mastermind behind a drug case, presenting thrilling scenes. Just as they are about to catch the criminal known as the ‘Busan Fire Eel,’ they face the risk of being arrested by Detective Ku JaYoung (Kim HyeongSeo) of the Busan Police Narcotics Unit, heightening the tension.

Ji Seung-hyun appears in this drama as the team leader of the Busan Police Narcotics Unit’s nameless team, playing a righteous and reliable senior, anchoring the story. He captivates viewers with the charm of a principled detective, donning a pique shirt with a determined expression. Notably, Ji Seung-hyun adds to the drama’s fun by promising unexpected chemistry with Kim HaeIl and Ku DaeYoung.

After filming, Ji Seung-hyun humorously remarked, “I decided to make a special appearance because I heard the drama was fun.” He also expressed his joy at reuniting with Kim HyeongSeo for the first time since “The Worst Of Evil.” Moreover, he encouraged viewers to watch the drama, stating, “The Fiery Priest 2 is expected to get more interesting, so please tune in.”

The production team stated, “Ji Seung-hyun showcased the dignity of a veteran actor despite his short appearance,” and encouraged viewers to watch the broadcast to witness Ji Seung-hyun’s lively dialect acting and the unique synergy with Kim HyeongSeo, Kim NamGil, and Kim SungKyun.

The third episode of “The Fiery Priest 2” is scheduled to air on November 15th at 10 PM, and the fourth episode on November 16th at 9:50 PM on SBS. The future developments of “The Fiery Priest 2” are highly anticipated, and viewers are eager to see what stories it will deliver.

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