High ratings for 'SNSD and the Dangerous Boys' show hope for new cable channels

Much buzz was generated when it was revealed that all nine members of SNSD would be featuring in JTBC's new TV show, 'SNSD and the Dangerous Boys'. While some speculated that it'd be difficult for idols to pull off a reality show on a cable channel, the girls did just that, and even helped the show score the highest viewer ratings out of all four sub-channels for its time slot. On December 19th, AGB Nielsen Media revealed that the show recorded 1.299% in viewer ratings, a significant lead ahead of not just variety shows, but other dramas and informational programs. The 'Joint Organization Channel' (Channel A, TV Chosun, JTBC, MBN) is now three weeks into its launch and has been struggling with dismal ratings, barely managing to reach the 1% mark with most of its shows. JTBC has been on the higher end, with 'Queen Insoo' recording a consistent 1.105%. The two music shows, however, have been recording as low as 0.28%, proving that the four sub-channels still need a bigger push to be competitive enough for the public broadcast networks. Source + Photos: OSEN via Naver, X Sports News