The immense popularity of "Goblin" catapulted Gong Yoo and Kim Go Eun to the top spot of a brand reputation chart. The two lead stars ranked first and second in the brand power reputation chart for the month of January.
Earlier this week, Korea Institute of Corporate Reputation released its brand value index that covers the period of Dec. 19, 2016 until January 20, according to Korean newsoutlet My Daily Korea, as cited by Soompi. With a total brand reputation index of 7.2 million, Gong ranked first on the list, pushing Kim to the second spot with only 7.1 million.
Park Bo Gum, who rose to fame after portraying Crown Prince Lee Yeong in KBS 2TV's "Moonlight Drawn by Clouds," landed third with a total reputation index of 4.5 million. Following them are Yoo Jae Suk, Song Joong Ki, Jun Ji Hyun, Baek Jong Won, Kim Tae Hee, Kang Dong Won and Lee Min Ho.
The news comes as no surprise considering "Goblin's" popularity at home and abroad. Gong and Kim have enjoyed a resurgence in their popularity after portraying Kim Shin and Ji Eun Tak in the 16-episode fantasy drama.
Also known as "Guardian: The Lonely and Great God," its final episode recorded viewership ratings of 20.5 percent, breaking the previous record posted by the 2015-2016 drama "Reply 1988." The fantasy drama is now the most-watch television show in the premium cable network's history.
In order to show appreciation for the huge amount of love and support the fantasy drama has received, "Goblin" has decided to air two special episodes on Feb. 3 and Feb. 4, Korea Boo reported. It will feature several unseen footages, behind-the-scenes clips, blooper reels and cast interviews.
Raising anticipation, Gong, Lee Dong Wook and Yoo In Na recently released two teasers urging viewers to watch the special episodes. Some of the clips to be released will reportedly include Ji Eun Tak and Kim Shin's movie date scene, where they watched the global hit zombie film "Train to Busan." Check it out below: