So Ji Sub breaks South Korea's 5-year record.

TPO - "Agent Kim Reactivated," starring So Ji Sub, has captivated audiences with its spectacular action sequences, explosive ratings, and has become a hot topic of discussion across social media platforms.

Báo Tiền Phong•30/06/2026

The Korean drama Agent Kim Reactivated had an impressive debut on SBS, achieving a real-time rating of 21.87%. The work starring actor So Ji Sub was praised for "bringing viewers back to traditional television."

Moreover, the drama topped the popularity charts in many countries when it aired on Netflix. Episode 1 achieved a rating of 9.8%, and episode 2 exploded to over 15.7%. Since the hit drama Penthouse 3 ( 2021 ), viewers haven't seen a drama with such remarkable growth in viewership, reaching 15% in just episode 2. Currently, Agent Kim Reactivated is also the highest-rated Korean drama of 2026.

Agent Kim Reactivated became a sensation thanks to the solid acting of lead actor So Ji Sub.

Agent Kim Reactivated marks So Ji Sub's return after the success of Mercy for None (2025). This time, the actor also chose the action-packed crime-solving genre to attract viewers. In the film, So Ji Sub plays Mr. Kim, a former spy with a glorious past who has now retired and is living in hiding under the guise of a bank employee to raise his daughter, Min Ji. However, Mr. Kim is always on North Korea's most wanted list.

Wanting a normal life, he endured, even kneeling, to resolve the issue of his daughter being bullied at school. However, this image caused his daughter to become distant from him. Then one day, his daughter Min Ji suddenly disappeared, causing his world to collapse. To rescue his daughter, Mr. Kim embarks on a breathtaking journey, forcing the anonymous "eccentric" to officially reappear.

So Ji Sub plays a father searching for his missing daughter.

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On Mydramalist , viewers left positive reviews for the film, saying: "So Ji Sub's return was amazing, so much so that I had to watch it a second time immediately." The Moviedb gave the film an 8.1/10 rating, praising it as: "A blend of thrilling action, espionage, mystery, and emotionally resonant family drama."

Chosun wrote: "The first episode of Agent Kim Reactivated not only delivered a typical thrilling revenge action drama, but also brilliantly exposed a core conflict that was both ironic and compelling. So Ji Sub plays an extremely powerful undercover agent – a true living weapon – yet he is completely powerless against the simple rules of survival within his family: How to understand his teenage daughter."

"Like most Korean dramas, the first episode of Agent Kim Reactivated is quite slow-paced. But during the character and plot introductions, the show gives us insight into why former Agent Kim has now become the gentle Manager Kim," commented Korean Vibe .

The film captivates audiences with its breathtaking fight scenes.

The film's production team also praised So Ji Sub's emotionally charged performance. He was not only powerful in the dangerous action scenes but also successfully portrayed a single father trying to understand his daughter: "So Ji Sub brilliantly conveyed the despair of a father determined to find his daughter with his cool, charismatic demeanor and explosive actions."

So Ji Sub is one of the most beloved actors in the Korean entertainment industry. He has captivated Asian audiences with works such as "Glass Shoes," "Sorry, I Love You," and "A Love Story Across Time ." In the film industry, audiences often mention "Rouch Cut," "Battleship Island, " and " And When You Come ." This masculine, cool demeanor has become a "weapon" that helps So Ji Sub win over audiences. Many believe that the actor, born in 1977, was born to wear suits and elegant, classic attire. In him, viewers find a unique and unmistakable charm.

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