Sunday nights in Korea just got a lot more competitive. Two very different dramas — a tense musical rivalry and a warm culinary romance — both posted standout numbers on August 30, and the gap between their debut and current ratings tells quite a story.
Four Hands, Two Sonatas: Ratings Snapshot
| Drama | Network | Episode | Nationwide Rating | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Four Hands, Two Sonatas | tvN | Episode 2 | 5.9% | No. 1 in time slot (cable) |
| Four Hands, Two Sonatas | tvN | Episode 1 (premiere) | 3.4% | — |
| Love on the Menu | KBS 2TV | Latest episode | 16.6% | Series all-time high |
“Four Hands, Two Sonatas” Nearly Doubles Its Ratings
tvN’s new drama “Four Hands, Two Sonatas” had a strong follow-up to its premiere. According to Nielsen Korea, the show’s second episode pulled in an average nationwide rating of 5.9 percent — a sharp jump from the 3.4 percent it scored on premiere night. That kind of growth between episode one and two is a strong early signal, especially since the series claimed first place in its time slot across all cable channels. For a freshly launched drama, doubling audience interest within a single episode is the kind of momentum networks love to see.
While plot and cast specifics remain part of the ongoing rollout, the title itself hints at a story built around music and rivalry — likely following the format of Korea’s popular tvN drama slate, which has repeatedly turned niche, character-driven concepts into breakout hits.
“Love on the Menu” Keeps Breaking Its Own Record
Meanwhile, KBS 2TV’s “Love on the Menu” isn’t just performing well — it’s outperforming itself, episode after episode. The latest installment scored an average nationwide rating of 16.6 percent, marking a new all-time high for the series. That number also secures its place as the most-watched show of any kind airing on Sundays right now, cable or terrestrial.
Consistent week-over-week growth like this usually points to strong word-of-mouth and a loyal, expanding audience base — a good sign for a drama that’s clearly striking a chord with Korean viewers. Given its culinary romance premise, “Love on the Menu” fits into a well-loved genre in Korean television, one that consistently draws steady, dedicated viewership across demographics.
Why These Numbers Matter
Ratings above 15 percent are considered a major success in Korea’s increasingly fragmented, streaming-heavy TV landscape, so “Love on the Menu” crossing 16 percent is a genuinely strong result. On the other side, “Four Hands, Two Sonatas” nearly doubling its numbers between episodes one and two suggests strong retention — viewers who tuned in for the premiere are sticking around and telling others to watch too.
Both shows now head into their next episodes with real momentum, and it’ll be worth watching whether “Four Hands, Two Sonatas” can keep climbing toward “Love on the Menu” territory, or whether the culinary drama continues its record-breaking streak uncontested.
For more Korean drama ratings updates and weekly viewership trackers, check out our K-drama ratings hub and trending Korean shows on TechnoSports.
