Amazing Ratings for "The Sun Hidden by the Moon"

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The Sun Hidden by the Moon: Episode 3. The childhood of young Lee Hae-wol and young Yoon Seo-il. It marked the end of their early years.

In other words, it could be said that the real story of "The Sun Hidden by the Moon" was just beginning. The tale starts with the reunion of the grown-up Lee Hae-wol and Yoon Seo-il.

However.

• "They could have extended the child actor part a bit more."
• "Watching with my mom next to me, this is pure gold."
• "Are child actors these days all like this???? They were just amazing."
• "The kid who was picked over Jo Seohui is phenomenal; now I understand why she won."
• "Idol actors should watch and reflect on this kid's performance."

Online reviews, rather than being satisfied, were mostly lamenting that it ended too soon. This indicates how impactful the third episode was.

Such occurrences are rare, making the entertainment industry buzz significantly. Especially.

"Does anyone have a picture of Joo Seoyeon?" "Anyone attend the preview or teaser events last time?" "No, we don't have any photos for the article!!"

The most urgent were the journalists. In desperation, they captured scenes from the drama to include images, but it didn’t quite have the same impact.

Other articles also used captured images, making them less distinctive.

"What’s this, Byunghoon? When did you take this photo?" "Well, during the teaser event. I also attended the preview, didn’t I?"

There were quite a few group photos taken at the preview and teaser events. But not many had individual shots like Lee Byunghoon.

"Do you have any good ones? I want to use them in my article." "Sorry, nothing suitable."

Byunghoon answered with a smile but clicked his tongue inwardly.

"That’s what happens when you focus only on Haye-seo."

Well, once the next episode aired, Haye-seo’s era would return. After all, "The Sun Hidden by the Moon" was already a hit.

"I've been a celebrity journalist for a long time, but I've never seen ratings like this from a child actor part." "Exactly. How is this even possible?" "I watched it with my wife, and it was certainly fantastic. Who was that idol in 'Action King' again?" "Ah, Sebin? But wasn’t he pretty good for an idol?"

At a reporter’s remark, the person shook his head.

"Yes, pretty good for an idol. But not better than the child actors. Especially this Joo Seoyeon girl. Isn’t this her first drama?" "What? This is her first?" "How can a journalist be so behind on the news?"

Listening to the conversation, Byunghoon kept writing his article. The regret was not getting a solo interview during the teaser event.

"But yesterday was quite strange."

Joo Seoyeon’s performance as Princess Yeonhwa in yesterday’s third episode of "The Sun Hidden by the Moon." It was perfect, yet Byunghoon felt oddly uneasy.

It felt as if she was truly going to leave. Not just Princess Yeonhwa, but also Joo Seoyeon, who played her.

"Come on, that can’t be."

Who would quit after gaining such popularity all of a sudden?

"Yeah, surely."

This child has a brilliance. She’ll undoubtedly grow to be a great actress.

Byunghoon was convinced of this.

"PD Ha, did I hear this correctly?" 「Of course.」 "Wow, this is unreal."

Kang Seong-chan, who played the adult Yoon Seo-il, stuck out his tongue.

"An average of 30% is already unbelievable. And the peak rating was what? 36%?"

Even if you cut that rating in half, it would still be a hit. Getting 15% in the first three episodes often places a drama in the 'blockbuster' category.

But hitting 36%, even if it was just the peak rating, made Kang Seong-chan laugh in disbelief.

"You remember that historical drama I shot before? That was a hit, and it hit 41% in the final episode." 「I remember. That was insane, right?」 "Yes, it was. So what do you think 36% in episode 3 means?"

He heard PD Ha Tae-oh laugh over the phone. He would know. Dramas with this level of early success are few and far between.

It’s hard to believe it was all achieved by these two child actors.

"No matter how popular the original is, having higher ratings than other dramas..."

He sighed after saying this.

"If we don’t perform well from now on, we’ll get so much criticism. Especially for actor Haye-seo, the pressure will be enormous."

He was somewhat okay. Being the son of the great actor Park Seon-woong, Park Jung-woo. That kid had always been famous for being an exceptional child actor.

But Joo Seoyeon was different. She had only one. The drama "The Sun Hidden by the Moon" was her only work.

Now she was in a position to be compared to her.

What if an actor known for their skills performs worse than a seven-year-old child?

"Of course, she’ll probably do better."

Kang Seong-chan didn’t think Haye-seo’s acting was worse than Seoyeon’s. But ‘better’ wouldn’t suffice.

Even if she won, it would just be expected, but if she lost, it would be a bitter experience she might never forget.

"So, what’s our young superstar doing now? Given the situation, it seems difficult for her to go out. Ah, by the way, has her next project been decided?"

Kang Seong-chan was already looking forward to Seoyeon's next performance. He even thought about joining her if possible.

But his expectations were completely shattered by PD Ha Tae-oh’s next words.

「What? Really? A break?」

It was news that the currently very popular young child actor was taking an indefinite break.

"The Sun Hidden by the Moon," episode 3. Due to the astounding peak rating of 36%, Seoyeon had literally become a local superstar.

She couldn’t even think about going to kindergarten. Even though a week had passed since the third episode aired.

"Joo Seoyeon, the kids are all asking what you’re doing."

Lee Ji-yeon, who had come to visit Seoyeon’s house, said. She looked at Seoyeon lying sprawled on the floor.

"Ugh, can’t you tell?"

Seoyeon spoke while buried in her dolls.

Honestly, from Seoyeon’s perspective, it was difficult to explain. She had heard about lives changing overnight, but she hadn’t expected to be the one to experience it.

"Such a waste." "Huh?" "Are you really going to rest?"

Lee Ji-yeon seemed more disappointed than Seoyeon herself. Then, as if something occurred to her, she cautiously asked.

"You’re not moving away, are you?"

Sudden fame for child actors didn’t always bring good things. A child actor who gained national popularity from a sitcom ended up being bullied at school because of that popularity.

After moving several times, it didn’t change, so eventually, they refused to attend school. Naturally, the child actor retired.

Years later, they briefly appeared on TV to update their status.

"If I move, how would we attend voice acting academy together?" "Right."

Only then did Lee Ji-yeon smile in relief. Seoyeon realized anew how much Ji-yeon cared about her.

'Maybe it's okay because Ji-yeon is around?'

The kindergarten tyrant. Ji-yeon’s presence likely acted as a deterrent.

"And, I plan to properly learn acting." "…You? Why?" "Because there are still many areas where I lack."

Lee Ji-yeon couldn’t understand Seoyeon’s words at all. A few days ago, she watched the third episode of "The Sun Hidden by the Moon" with her mother.

Lee Ji-yeon was honestly shocked. She couldn’t believe this was the acting of a child her age.

Seoyeon was far more outstanding than the older kids she had seen at the acting agency and academy. It wasn’t even a comparison.

'And now she wants to learn acting?'

Lee Ji-yeon thought. If Seoyeon joined an acting academy, everyone would be stunned.

‘Hmm.’

But seeing Seoyeon speak like that, there must be a reason. After all, Ji-yeon was still a child too, so she just accepted it.

"Seoyeon."

At that moment, Soo-ah entered Seoyeon’s room.

"Ji-yeon, here’s a drink. I also cut some fruit; would you like some?" "Yes." "Good, and…"

Soo-ah hesitated for a moment before speaking.

"PD Ha Tae-oh asked if you would consider doing an interview." "An interview?" "Well, not just an interview. He mentioned appearing on ‘Entertainment Relay.’"

‘Entertainment Relay.’ A show that covers celebrity gossip. It had a segment where they interviewed stars who recently became the talk of the town.

"Apparently, this will be the third time for a child actor."

Variety shows. Honestly, Seoyeon had no special interest in them. She had many things she wanted to learn, and showing her face continuously would only leave her with lingering attachments.

'Still, maybe I should do a final interview…'

While it would be cool to disappear quietly. It might be better to at least say goodbye.

Seoyeon thought so and nodded.

"Alright." "Really?" "Yes."

Soo-ah’s eyes widened, surprised that Seoyeon agreed. She thought Seoyeon would leave without any lingering attachments once she decided.

Especially with variety shows, she thought Seoyeon would hate them. But contrary to Soo-ah’s thoughts, Seoyeon didn’t particularly dislike variety shows.

‘I can learn some broadcasting know-how from appearing on variety shows.’

Hmm. Seoyeon crossed her arms. Being a VTuber was ultimately a content battle.

It had something in common with variety shows. But as mentioned, staying in broadcasting would only leave lingering attachments, so she decided to give it up.

‘Anyway, I can do variety shows later.’

It would probably be better to do it then when she could do more than now. Seoyeon counted on her fingers the things she needed to do.

Acting, singing, voice acting techniques. And self-defense, just in case.

'Being a VTuber or an actress isn’t easy.'

She felt like she would be very busy in the future.

"What? She really agreed?"

Ha Tae-oh smiled broadly at the news from Soo-ah. He thought Seoyeon might outright refuse due to her personality.

But the answer was positive. It was the moment Seoyeon’s first variety show appearance was decided.

"You’re lucky. You know this will be Seoyeon’s first and her last variety show during her childhood, right?" "Haha, of course. Thank you so much! You know I really like you, PD Ha!"

PD Shin Jae-woon of KMB’s variety department trembled with joy. He never expected that helping out with the making of "The Sun Hidden by the Moon" would come back this way.

Back then, the ratings had doubled. But now?

‘We’re going to last another year!’

The last chance for "Entertainment Relay," which was nearing its end. Shin Jae-woon had no intention of letting this opportunity slip away.