The Defects
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Kim Se Hui is the chief director of a large hospital and the operator of a charity foundation. She is a highly respected doctor, but, unknown to the public, she is also the head of an illegal adoption organization that…
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tvN’s “Head Over Heels” has reached a successful close! According to Nielsen Korea, the July 29 finale of Cho Yi Hyun and Choo Young Woo’s “Head Over Heels” garnered an average nationwide viewership rating of 4.9 percent, seeing a 0.2 percent boost and a new personal best for its final episode. ENA’s “The Defects” achieved an average nationwide viewership rating of 2.2 percent, seeing a 0.1 percent dip in ratings. Congratulations to the cast and crew of “Head Over Heels”!
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ENA’s “The Defects” has teased high-stakes showdowns in tonight’s episode! Based on a popular webtoon, “The Defects” is a new action thriller about children who have been abandoned by their adoptive parents—and their fight for survival and revenge. Spoilers Previously, Kim Ah Hyun (Won Jin Ah) and the children came dangerously close to uncovering the truth behind the shadowy organization. After a tense chase, they found Kim Se Hee’s (Yum Jung Ah) research facility—where they were left reeling from the horrifying sight of illegal adoptions taking place. As the children gear up for a full-scale counterattack, newly released stills hint at a dramatic face-off between Se Hee and Ah Hyun—two women driven by completely opposing beliefs. One still shows Ah Hyun, disguised as a hospital staff member, sharing a tense moment alone with Se Hee’s daughter Kim Ah Hyun (Kim Ji An). There, she uncovers a shocking truth. The shared name between the two girls—“Kim Ah Hyun”—hints at an unpredictable twist and raises anticipation for what lies ahead. Meanwhile, Jung Hyun (Dex) continues to relentlessly track the children with sharp instincts, closing in on Ah Hyun’s true identity. Despite the growing threat of exposure, she remains steadfast in her mission for revenge. But what secret lies behind her hospital disguise? The production team also teased Sung Hoon’s surprise appearance, sharing, “Actor Sung Hoon will make a special appearance in tonight’s episode as the president, adding weight to the storyline. Please look forward to how his character affects the plot.” They continued, “Episode 4 will dive into the escalating clash between Se Hee and Ah Hyun’s opposing ideologies, delivering a high-stakes psychological battle and bold developments. Please stay tuned.” The next episode of “The Defects” will air on July 29 at 10 p.m. KST. Or watch Sung Hoon in “Perfect Marriage Revenge”:
Won Jin Ah Caught In Dex’s Grasp Amid A Fierce Showdown In “The Defects”
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