Shocking ratings surge: So Ji-sub, long hailed as an "action master," is back on SBS with 'Agent Kim Reactivated'—and it's already rewriting records. After a strong debut, the drama rocketed to a peak 21.6% nationwide rating by Episode 4 (Nielsen Korea), igniting viral buzz and massive anticipation for what's next.
Known for headlining hit action projects, So Ji-sub’s return with Agent Kim Reactivated came with sky-high expectations—and it delivered. According to Nielsen Korea on the 6th, the series hit 21.6% by just its fourth broadcast, soaring from a 9.5% premiere to set new records in only two weeks.
Speaking about the action in Agent Kim Reactivated, So Ji-sub highlighted how it stands apart: "It feels more desperate because the character is fighting to live with his only family, his daughter." That raw motivation adds an emotional edge beyond typical action fare.
With Episode 5 imminent, viewers are watching closely to see if the show will continue its unstoppable record-breaking streak. In tonight’s episode, Kim heads to Myeongpo Port, braving a torrential downpour and pitch-black darkness as he frantically searches for his daughter—driven by terror of losing her and an unbreakable resolve to find her.
Back in 2018, So Ji-sub starred in MBC’s My Secret Terrius as Kim Bon, a former NIS black ops agent. Seamlessly moving between action, heartfelt emotion, and comedy, he took home the Grand Prize at the MBC Drama Awards that year.
Then, in the Netflix series Mercy for None released last June, he played Gi-jun, a man who takes revenge on a criminal organization after his brother’s death—his first full-on noir action in 13 years. He delivered a flawless performance that reaffirmed his status as an "action master."
He doubled down on that reputation in Mercy for None with high-difficulty stunt work performed without a double, proving overwhelming prowess. Powered by his intense performance, the series topped KinoLights’ integrated content ranking (Week 1 of June, last year), beating out theatrical releases and domestic OTT titles to claim No. 1 and spark explosive buzz.
With his strongest suit—action acting—So Ji-sub now stands at the center of the 'Agent Kim Reactivated' syndrome. All eyes are on what shocking moves he’ll make next.