
Ju Ji-hoon is demonstrating a powerful presence in ENA's Monday-Tuesday drama "Climax." Ju Ji-hoon plays the role of Bang Tae-seop, a Doberman from Seoam District Prosecutors' Office who comes from a humble background. Bang Tae-seop is an ambitious character aiming to enter the center of power through his marriage to actress Chu Sang-ah (played by Ha Ji-won). In the early part of the drama, Bang Tae-seop's past and present unfold rapidly, and Ju Ji-hoon convincingly portrays his growth into a star prosecutor.
In this role, Ju Ji-hoon skillfully performed dance scenes rarely seen in his previous works. He perfectly recreates the power hunger of a fiercely driven character and adds depth to the role by expressing deep romance through his gaze toward his wife, Chu Sang-ah. Especially, the shocking ending of episode 1 sparked great attention online, raising expectations for the subsequent developments.
In episode 2, Bang Tae-seop faces a crossroads between his ambition and protecting his wife, Sang-ah. During this process, conflicts with Kwon Jong-wook (played by Oh Jung-se) and Lee Yang-mi (played by Cha Ju-young) intensify. Ju Ji-hoon captures the character's emotional changes within the power structure through subtle eye expressions and facial changes, drawing viewers' focus.
"Climax" is Ju Ji-hoon's next project and had generated much anticipation even before its broadcast. After casting news for works like "Severe Trauma Center" and "Reunion Queen," this is the first time the completed project has been revealed. Before airing, the drama ranked 6th in the TV drama category in Good Data Corporation Fundex's March second-week buzz survey.
Viewership ratings have also been on the rise since the first broadcast. Episode 1 recorded a nationwide paid household rating of 2.9%, marking the second-highest first broadcast rating in ENA drama history. Episode 2 rose to 3.8%, continuing the positive response. On Disney+, it ranked first in the "Today's Top 10 Series in Korea" immediately after release, proving the drama's popularity.
"Climax" airs every Monday and Tuesday at 10 PM on ENA. Ju Ji-hoon's acting skills and the drama's intriguing developments are gaining great popularity among viewers. This work is receiving even more attention due to the diverse emotional lines and intense character he has portrayed.



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