The seat where Ma Dong-seok and Lee Young-ae failed... Namgung Min completes the ratings with 'The Perfection of Marriage,' achieving a triumphant 8.5% [Official]

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Namgung Min's "The Perfection of Marriage" achieved a triumphant conclusion.

The final episode (episode 12) of KBS 2TV's Saturday-Sunday mini-series "The Perfection of Marriage" (directed by Kim Jung-hyun and Kim Min-tae / written by Jeong Jae-ha), aired on the evening of the 9th, recorded a peak local viewership rating of 11.2% and a national household viewership rating of 8.5% based on Nielsen Korea data, demonstrating its strength by continuously breaking its own highest ratings until the very end.

Notably, it secured first place in viewership for dramas airing at the same time across all channels, including terrestrial broadcasters, setting an overwhelming record as the highest-rated Saturday-Sunday mini-series in KBS history. Last year's highly anticipated KBS 2TV Saturday-Sunday mini-series "Twelve" starring Ma Dong-seok ended with a modest 2.4% viewership, and Lee Young-ae's "Eunso Good Day" concluded with a low 4.9%, making "The Perfection of Marriage," which showcased Namgung Min's remarkable strength, all the more impressive.

In the final episode of "The Perfection of Marriage," Kang Tae-joo (played by Namgung Min), who regained consciousness after fainting, found himself facing Noh Man-hee (played by Kim Dae-myung) and Choi Chi-woong (played by Woo Ji-hyun) with his hands bound. Amidst a tense atmosphere, the three headed to an abandoned nursing home where Kim Gyeong-ae (played by Lee Sang-hee) was located. After reuniting with his wife Kim Gyeong-ae, who was suffering from severe pain, Noh Man-hee attacked Choi Chi-woong, who handed him a syringe filled with potassium chloride while urging him to kill Kang Tae-joo. However, Kang Tae-joo pushed Noh Man-hee aside with his body, saying, "It can't go on anymore."

When Kang Tae-joo warned Noh Man-hee about Kim Gyeong-ae's critical condition by stating, "The surgery you wanted must be done now," Noh Man-hee responded that he would surrender to the authorities if the surgery were performed. Particularly, Kang Tae-joo declared, "I'm not forgiving you; I'm doing this because I am a doctor," and rushed Kim Gyeong-ae to Our Together Hospital for emergency surgery. Under Kang Tae-joo's coercion, Noh Man-hee eventually sent evidence of the crime to the police. After completing the surgery, Kang Tae-joo reiterated his plea: "Keep your word."

Meanwhile, cornered Choi Chi-woong stole a car and sneaked into the hospital. Upon seeing Ko Se-yoon (played by Lee Seol), who rushed to the hospital after hearing about Kang Tae-joo's surgery, Choi Chi-woong displayed his hatred toward Kang Tae-joo and attacked Ko Se-yoon's neck with a weapon. Ko Se-yoon, collapsing, summoned her last strength to stab Choi Chi-woong's foot. Just then, police arrived and subdued Choi Chi-woong. At the same time, Noh Man-hee confirmed that Kim Gyeong-ae had safely undergone surgery and survived. Overwhelmed with guilt, he attempted to take his own life by assuming all responsibility for the crimes. In that moment, Kang Tae-joo grabbed Noh Man-hee's knife blade with his bare hands. Despite bleeding, he warned, "Neither you nor your wife can escape easily. You must pay the price while alive." When Noh Man-hee was arrested by Jang Do-sik (played by Lee Seok) and police officers who had arrived on the scene, Kang Tae-joo, despite suffering serious injuries to his hand, proceeded to perform surgery on Ko Se-yoon, who had been attacked by Choi Chi-woong. He then reassured the waiting Ko Se-yoon with the words, "I wasn't late this time, was I?"

After all incidents were resolved, Ko Se-yoon viewed the original video in which Kang Tae-joo, while drunk, had said, "Please get rid of my wife." She confirmed Kang Tae-joo's true intention to let his wife go for her happiness. Ultimately, Ko Se-yoon chose to end their relationship with Kang Tae-joo, saying, "You hide things thinking you're protecting me, and I keep getting hurt without knowing anything. This time, I'll let go. Let's divorce." Kang Tae-joo accepted this, stating, "The way we love each other is just so different," and they ended their relationship without blaming one another.

In the final ending scene, after their divorce, Kang Tae-joo visits a tree burial site for his daughter Ha-yoon on her memorial day and encounters Ko Se-yoon there. As they exchange pleasantries with gentle smiles, Ko Se-yoon says, "I'm trying to walk again," to which Kang Tae-joo asks, "Can we walk together?" The scene concludes with them walking side by side along a forest path in an ending titled "A Faint Smile While Walking Together," leaving a deep lingering impression.

The production team expressed gratitude, stating, "We thank all the actors and staff who completed this masterpiece with passion, determination, and love, as well as viewers who sent us warm support and interest."

As a follow-up to "The Perfection of Marriage," "Love Someone Else" has been scheduled. Starring Seo Kang-jun and Ahn Eun-jin, the first episode will air on September 12 at 9:20 p.m.

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