by Hazel Jung, July 2, 2023
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The Genie TV original drama Lies Hidden in My Garden captivates viewers with its intense mystery narrative and beautifully chilling cinematography brought to life by director Jung Ji Hyun. The drama has generated significant buzz because of the cast's excellent performances.

Lies Hidden in My Garden production team released behind-the-scenes stills showcasing the heartwarming chemistry between the two thriller queens, Kim Tae Hee (Moon Joo Ran) and Im Ji Yeon (Choo Sang Eun). In contrast to their intense and suspenseful on-screen personas, the released stills capture their radiant smiles. The lovely shots of Kim Tae Hee and Im Ji Yeon sitting together, enjoying the warmth of a fireplace, showcase the secret to their synergistic chemistry in Lies Hidden in My Garden.

Furthermore, Lies Hidden in My Garden achieved its highest % viewer ratings of 3% among paid platform households in the Seoul metropolitan area as of the fourth episode, securing the top spot in the Monday-Tuesday drama category. According to FUNdex, a K-content competitiveness analysis organization, Lies Hidden in My Garden ranked third overall in the TV-OTT drama buzz section for the fourth week of June. Especially in the Monday-Tuesday drama category, it claimed first place with an overwhelming 44.4% share. Kim Tae Hee and Im Ji Yeon also made it into the top 10 list of actors generating buzz, and the highlight videos released after each episode have been rapidly gaining popularity on YouTube.

The global response to the drama has been remarkable as well. Lies Hidden in My Garden reached the number one spot in the Amazon Prime Top TV Show category in five countries: Indonesia, the Philippines, Singapore, Vietnam, and Myanmar. They made it into the top 10 in nine Southeast Asian countries.

Lies Hidden in My Garden is gaining momentum as shocking truths are revealed, adding more intensity to the story. It is revealed that the person who murdered Kim Yoon Beom (played by Choi Jae Rim) is none other than Choo Sang Eun, and the foul odor in the backyard was due to Moon Joo Ran's husband, Park Jae Ho (played by Kim Sung Oh), hiding the corpse. Amidst this, Joo Ran suspects that her husband may be the real culprit and embarks on a perilous journey with Choo Sang Eun to uncover the truth of the case. The focus is now on the climax of 'Garden House,' where the situation remains uncertain and suspenseful.

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