"暴君のシェフ" returns for a special after its successful run, achieving high ratings and global popularity, with events to celebrate.
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Even after the broadcast ends, the popular "The Tyrant's Chef" boasts unyielding popularity and is returning with a special broadcast. The tvN weekend drama "The Tyrant's Chef" recently closed with a self-record high viewership rating of 20% at its peak in Korea. The work, featuring the chemistry between Girls' Generation's YoonA and Lee Che-min, is a well-made romantic comedy that harmoniously blends time-slip fantasy with fusion cuisine utilizing traditional Korean dishes, garnering great interest from fans worldwide. It ranked first for two consecutive weeks in the Netflix Global TV Shows (non-English) category and charted in the TOP 10 for six consecutive weeks during its broadcast period. Particularly, achieving a ranking in the TOP 5 or higher in the Global TV Shows (non-English) category proves that "The Tyrant's Chef" has captured the hearts of global fans. Major overseas media continued to pay attention from the beginning to the end of the broadcast. The American magazine Variety reported that achieving first place in the fourth and fifth weeks was a significant milestone, while Time magazine introduced "The Tyrant's Chef" as one of the biggest hits of this autumn, describing it as "a flavorful journey." In Korea, the show recorded a rapid increase in viewership ratings during its broadcast period, winning first place in the topic rankings for integrated TV-OTT dramas and performers for six consecutive weeks according to Good Data Corporation's FUNdex standards. Furthermore, it was ranked first in the "Favorite Broadcast Video Programs among Koreans in September 2025" announced by Gallup Korea, further proving its status as a blockbuster drama. The sadness of the broadcast's end will lead to various events. First, on the 4th at 9:10 PM, a special "The Tyrant's Chef, No Return to the Palace" will be broadcast in Korea featuring YoonA, Lee Che-min, Kang Han-na, Oh Wi-sik, and Lee Joo-an. It will include updates from the cast, answers to viewers' questions, and live reactions while watching the final episode together, aiming to ease the sadness of the broadcast's end. Additionally, pop-up stores will be held in three Asian regions: Korea, Japan, and Taiwan. A photo essay containing a script collection and behind-the-scenes stills reflecting the show's touching lines and memorable scenes will also be available for pre-order. The production team of "The Tyrant's Chef" expressed, "We sincerely thank all the viewers who loved the work. We have prepared events such as the final episode special and pop-up stores to respond to that feeling, so we hope for continued interest and affection until the end."
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