Ha Ji Won, Nana's Lesbian Kiss Scene Goes Viral

ENA drama 'Climax' is generating buzz with its shocking developments and intense emotional arcs, captivating viewers. The fifth episode, aired on the 30th, reached a peak of tension as the relationships surrounding Chu Sang-ah (Ha Ji-won), who is embroiled in suspicions of ordering a murder, and the characters around her, became dramatically volatile. Notably, the complex emotional entanglement with Hwang Jung-won (Nana) deepened, enhancing the drama's immersion.

In the episode, Chu Sang-ah was pushed to her limits, experiencing panic attacks amidst suspicions surrounding the death of entertainment producer Oh Kwang-jae (Seo Hyun-woo). Simultaneously, the revelation that Hwang Jung-won had been monitoring her under her husband Bang Tae-seop's (Joo Ji-hoon) orders intensified the conflicts between the characters. During this process, Chu Sang-ah and Hwang Jung-won displayed a mix of wariness and compassion towards each other. In particular, the scene where Hwang Jung-won comforted Chu Sang-ah, who was in tears recalling the death of Ji-soo (Han Dong-hee), by kissing her, left a strong impression, showcasing the subtle shift in their relationship.

The latter half of the episode brought further twists. As public opinion soured, Chu Sang-ah sought forgiveness from Park Jae-sang's (Lee Ga-seop) mother, but later showed a sudden change in demeanor in front of Park Jae-sang, maximizing the suspense. In this way, 'Climax' is drawing attention with its unconventional premise and intertwined character relationships. It has proven its popularity by ranking first among Monday-Tuesday dramas in the 2049 target audience rating, first on Disney+ in South Korea for 8 consecutive days, and first in TV-OTT drama buzz. In terms of cast buzz rankings, Joo Ji-hoon ranked first, Ha Ji-won third, and Cha Joo-young ninth. However, the viewership rating for the episode was 3.2%, a slight decrease from the previous episode.

Ha Ji-won has been captivating viewers since the beginning of the drama with her intense acting transformation. In the recent episode, the same-sex narrative with her former lover Han Ji-soo (Han Dong-hee) was fully revealed, and the two were shown to be lovers, culminating in a kiss on the cheek amidst their poignant emotions, drawing significant attention. This marked Ha Ji-won's first same-sex kiss scene since her debut, becoming a major talking point.

Following Han Ji-soo's tragic choice, Chu Sang-ah transformed into a character driven by revenge, deepening her emotional fissures. In a recent broadcast, she confronted Hwang Jung-won (Nana), who had been monitoring her, and a subtle chemistry formed amidst their complex, intersecting emotions. Particularly, starting with a scene where Hwang Jung-won wiped away Chu Sang-ah's tears, the distance between them rapidly narrowed, foreshadowing a new relationship narrative.