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In JTBC's weekend drama Doctor Cha (written by Jung Yeo Rang and directed by Kim Dae Jin and Kim Jung Wook), Uhm Jung Hwa portrays the character Cha Jung Sook, who gave up on her dream of becoming a resident after being a housewife for over 20 years as a medical school graduate in her 50s. Her performance touches the hearts of those who watch.
Doctor Cha narrates the life journey of Cha Jung Sook, who transitions from being a homemaker for 20 years to a first-year resident. While the drama incorporates infidelity and extramarital childbirth elements, it also portrays the touching story of Jung Sook discovering and pursuing her dream later in life.
The first episode, which started with a rating of 4.9% (Nielsen Korea, nationwide basis), recorded 11.2% in the fourth episode and peaked at 13.2% in the sixth.
This upward trend in ratings brings to mind Jeon Do Yeon's 'Crash Course in Romance' (2023), which achieved a peak rating of 17%, and Kim Hye Soo's 'Under the Queen's Umbrella' (2022), which reached a peak rating of 16.9%. It showcases the impressive skills and experience of these actresses.
If Doctor Cha successfully reflects reality while incorporating fantasy elements, it is thanks to the acting of Um Jung Hwa, Kim Byung Chul, Park Joon Geum, Kim Mi Kyung, and other cast members who portray their roles with just the right amount of intensity and comfort. Especially, Uhm Jung Hwa breathes life into her character, convincingly embodying every role from a dreamer to a mother figure as if she were a real person.
The unique blend of reality and delightful imagination in Doctor Cha stands firmly in Uhm Jung Hwa's presence.
Starting as an actress, Uhm Jung Hwa gained tremendous popularity as a singer. She has paved the way for contemporary female actors and built a foundation for her juniors to extend their careers.
Moreover, regardless of her age of 54, Uhm Jung Hwa is expanding her scope of activities and showcasing her presence in the entertainment industry. It is possible because it is Uhm Jung Hwa. Along with her, we look forward to seeing a broader stage for middle-aged women.
