Bad Husband Spotlight: Kim Byung Chul Soars from "Descendants of the Sun" to "Doctor Cha"

Amidst the JTBC weekend drama Doctor Cha captivating the viewers of the weekend prime-time with its unwavering popularity, Kim Byung Chul, who portrays the serious yet humorous role of Seo In Ho, the chief of the proctology department in the drama, is receiving endless praise for his seamless portrayal of both seriousness and humor.

Starting with a 4.9% viewership rating in the first episode and surpassing 18%, Kim Byung Chul has brought to life the lovable yet detestable 'bad husband' Seo In Ho through excellent control of his acting dynamics, creating a compelling antagonist. This reflects the ratings and showcases Kim Byung Chul's acting prowess and power in generating discussions.

Kim Byung Chul's true value can be observed in Doctor Cha and his previous works. In KBS2's Descendants of the Sun, he played the role of Park Byung Soo, a righteous and dignified special forces lieutenant colonel. He showcased remarkable chemistry with Yoo Shi Jin (played by Song Joong Ki) and Seo Dae Young (played by Jin Goo), leaving a strong presence with his impressive acting skills. The drama achieved a peak viewership rating of 38.8% and remained a remarkable hit.

tvN's Goblin also created a lot of buzz. In the drama, Kim Byung Chul portrayed Park Joong Hun, a treacherous figure who betrays Kim Shin (played by Gong Yoo) and Ji Eun Tak (played by Kim Go Eun) and roams as a ghost for 900 years. With his extraordinary acting transformation, he overwhelmed the atmosphere and took responsibility for building tension in the drama, causing a 'doom syndrome.' The drama achieved a peak viewership rating of 20.5%.

Kim Byung Chul's box office success continues in Doctor Cha as well. As the protagonist of the JTBC drama with the highest viewership ratings in 2023, he stands tall as a 'guarantee for success,' building a golden filmography. Displaying vibrant performances that breathe life into each character, he has become a 'trusted actor' and now rises as a 'Rating Fairy.' There is already great anticipation for his performance in the remaining two episodes.

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