9 K-Drama Characters Who Deserved Better Endings
K-dramas are known for their captivating characters and emotional storytelling, but some characters leave audiences feeling that they deserved a better fate. Here's a list of 9 K-drama characters who deserved better endings, each with their own compelling story.
Yoo Na-bi - Nevertheless
Yoo Na-bi's journey in Nevertheless left fans feeling that she deserved a better fate. The tumultuous friends-with-benefits relationship between Na-bi and Park Jae-eon highlighted red flags that were often overlooked. The show attempted to redeem Jae-eon, but the sustainability of their romance was questionable, leaving fans yearning for a more satisfying conclusion for Na-bi.
Image Of Na-Bi And Jae-eon from Nevertheless Sitting On Stairs Enjoying Eachother
The emotional rollercoaster of Na-bi's story in Nevertheless resonated deeply with the audience, showcasing the complexities of modern relationships. Her character deserved a resolution that reflected her growth and strength throughout the series, leaving viewers with a lingering sense of what could have been.
A closeup of a man and womans face while the woman holds a paintbrush in front of them in the K-drama Nevertheless
Hong Seol - Cheese In the Trap
Hong Seol's journey in Cheese In the Trap concluded with a disappointing ending, especially for fans who felt she deserved better. The unresolved and ambiguous conclusion of her romantic journey with Yoo Jung left her enduring efforts and feelings unreciprocated, leaving a sense of unfulfillment for her character.
A young woman on a computer in the K-drama in Cheese in the Trap
The emotional depth of Hong Seol's character in Cheese In the Trap resonated with viewers, making her undeserving ending all the more disheartening. Her story deserved a more satisfying resolution that honored her resilience and perseverance throughout the series.
The characters of Reply 1988 poses for a photograph.
Kim Jung Hwan - Reply 1988
Kim Jung Hwan's character in Reply 1988 left fans deeply disappointed with the conclusion of his romantic storyline. The unexpected turn of events, leading to Deok-sun ending up with Jung Hwan's friend Taek, left a poignant feeling of what could have been for Jung Hwan's character.
A man tucking a womans hair behind her ear in the K-drama Nevertheless
As a fan favorite, viewers expected a happier resolution for Kim Jung Hwan, especially after investing in his journey throughout the series. His character deserved a conclusion that reflected his growth and emotional depth, leaving fans with a sense of injustice for his fate.
A closeup of the two main characters looking at something off camera that one of them threw in the K-drama Nevertheless
Ji-yeong - Squid Game
Ji-yeong's tragic backstory in Squid Game left a lasting impact on audiences, evoking a sense of injustice for her character. Her life filled with undeserved hardships and her ultimate sacrifice in the Marbles game highlighted the unfair hand she was dealt, leaving viewers with a lingering feeling of what could have been for Ji-yeong.
Ji-yeong sitting on the stairs in her blue tracksuit in Squid Game.
The emotional weight of Ji-yeong's story in Squid Game underscored the series' tendency towards dark and impactful storytelling, emphasizing the tragic nature of her demise. Her character deserved a better fate that reflected her resilience and strength in the face of adversity.
HoYeon Jung as Kang Sae-byeok and Lee Yoo-mi as Ji-yeong in Squid Game
Min Eun-ji - All of Us Are Dead
Min Eun-ji's heartbreaking fate in All of Us Are Dead left fans feeling that she deserved a better outcome. Her journey of survival and strength in the face of severe bullying and the zombie outbreak was ultimately undermined by her unexpected demise, leaving a sense of unfulfillment for her character.
Eun-ji crying in All of Us Are Dead.
The resilience and determination of Min Eun-ji's character in All of Us Are Dead resonated with viewers, making her tragic ending all the more disheartening. Her character deserved a conclusion that honored her journey and showcased her unwavering spirit.
Court Lady Oh Soo-yun looks at the screen with a red rope around her neck in Moon Lovers: Scarlet Heart Ryeo.
Court Lady Oh Soo-yun - Moon Lovers: Scarlet Heart Ryeo
Court Lady Oh Soo-yun's profoundly tragic death in Moon Lovers: Scarlet Heart Ryeo left a lasting impact on audiences, evoking a sense of injustice for her character. Her heroic sacrifice to protect Hae-soo and the unjust execution that followed emphasized the unfairness of her fate, leaving viewers with a lingering feeling of what could have been for Soo-yun.
Twenty Five Twenty One Kim TaeRi and Nam JooHyuk
The heartbreaking loss of Court Lady Oh Soo-yun in Moon Lovers: Scarlet Heart Ryeo underscored the series' tendency towards heart-wrenching storytelling, emphasizing the tragic nature of her demise. Her character deserved a better ending that reflected her selflessness and unwavering love.
Jang Han-seo smiles up at someone in Vincenzo.
Baek Ye-jin and Na Hee-do - Twenty-Five Twenty-One
The heart-wrenching conclusion of Baek Ye-jin and Na Hee-do's love story in Twenty-Five Twenty-One left fans feeling that they deserved a better ending. The painful breakup, emotional reunion, and subsequent separation left a sense of tragic incompleteness for a couple who deserved a happier resolution together.
Gu Seung Jun & Seo Dan In Crash Landing On You
The emotional depth of Baek Ye-jin and Na Hee-do's love story in Twenty-Five Twenty-One resonated with audiences, making their undeserving ending all the more disheartening. Their characters deserved a conclusion that reflected their enduring love and the cherished memories they shared.
Ji-su with a baseball bat
Jang Han Seo - Vincenzo
Jang Han Seo's tragic fate in Vincenzo left fans feeling that he deserved a better ending. His redemption through understanding and acceptance, followed by his untimely death, left a sense of injustice for his character, emphasizing the missed opportunity for a happier resolution for Han Seo.
Ji-su smiles before she dies in Sweet Home season 2, episode 3
The emotional weight of Jang Han Seo's journey in Vincenzo underscored the series' tendency towards impactful storytelling, emphasizing the tragic nature of his demise. His character deserved a conclusion that reflected his growth and the chance for a better life.
Ji-su in Sweet Home season 2, episode 1
Seo Dan and Gu Seung Jun - Crash Landing On You
Seo Dan and Gu Seung Jun's tragic love story in Crash Landing On You left fans feeling that they deserved a better fate. The sacrifices and heartbreak that followed their intertwined lives emphasized the tragic nature of their love, leaving viewers with a lingering feeling of what could have been for Seo Dan and Seung Jun.
Ji-su screaming from pain in Sweet Home season 2, episode 3
The emotional depth of Seo Dan and Gu Seung Jun's love story in Crash Landing On You resonated with audiences, making their undeserving ending all the more disheartening. Their characters deserved a conclusion that reflected their enduring love and the hope for a better future together.
Ji-su tries to move her leg in Sweet Home season 3, episode 3
Ji-su - Sweet Home
Ji-su's shocking demise in Sweet Home left fans feeling that she deserved a better fate. Her journey and potential, tragically cut short by a missile attack, highlighted the bleakness and inevitability of loss in the series, leaving a sense of injustice for her character.
The impactful death of Ji-su in Sweet Home underscored the series' tendency towards dark and tragic endings, emphasizing the wasted potential of her character. Ji-su deserved a better fate that reflected her strength and the hope for a brighter future.
