Korean dramas, popularly known as K-dramas, have gained a massive following in recent years. These dramas often take us on an emotional rollercoaster ride with their heartwarming love stories, captivating plot twists, and exceptional character development. However, with all the love and happiness these dramas bring, they often leave us with a bittersweet feeling, especially when they end on a sad note. In this blog post, we list some of the most heartbreaking KDrama endings that left us sobbing uncontrollably.
1. Goblin
Goblin, a 2016 Kdrama, quickly became a fan favorite due to its unique storyline, excellent acting, and stunning cinematography. The drama tells the story of a goblin, Kim Shin, and his search for a human bride to end his immortality. The storyline takes a dramatic turn when the goblin’s bride, Ji Eun-tak, sacrifices herself to end his immortality. We see an emotional farewell between the two characters as Ji Eun-tak disappears, leaving Kim Shin alone once again.
The Korean drama “Goblin” is being serviced on Netflix under the name “Guardian: The Lonely and Great God.“
2. Descendants of the Sun
Descendants of the Sun is one of the most popular KDramas of all time. The drama follows the love story between a dedicated doctor, Kang Mo-yeon, and the captain of a Special Forces unit, Yoo Si-jin. Despite facing several life-threatening circumstances, the couple’s love for each other only grows stronger. However, in the final episode, we see a heart-wrenching scene where Yoo Si-jin leaves Kang Mo-yeon to serve his country. The scene ends with Kang Mo-yeon looking at a plane and crying inconsolably, filling the screen with tears.
Unfortunately, “Descendants of the Sun” is not serviced on Netflix. There is a site called Coupang, a site like Amazon in Korea. It is exclusively streaming on an OTT service called ‘Coupang Play’. Like Amazon Prime, you must be a Coupang Wow member to access Coupang Play. Moreover, it cannot be seen on a web browser and can only be accessed from smartphones and tablets.
3. Scarlet Heart: Ryeo
Scarlet Heart: Ryeo is a historical fantasy drama based on the Chinese novel, Bu Bu Jing Xin, that tells the story of a woman from the present time who is transported back in time to the Goryeo dynasty. Lee Joon-gi plays the role of the charming and ruthless fourth prince, Wang So, who falls in love with the heroine, Hae Soo. Their love story faces several obstacles as they try to survive in the chaotic Goryeo dynasty. The finale of the drama ends with Hae Soo traveling back to the present time, leaving Wang So heartbroken and alone.
It seems that the drama is only available on Netflix in Korea. I don’t know if it’s possible to switch countries and watch it on Netflix.
4. It’s Okay to Not Be Okay
It’s Okay to Not Be Okay follows the story of Moon Gang-tae, a caretaker at a psychiatric ward and his romance with Go Moon-young, an eccentric writer. The series tackles heavy themes such as mental health, trauma, and healing. The finale of this drama deals a heavy emotional blow. We see Moon Gang-tae and his autistic brother, Sang-tae, finally coming to terms with their traumatic past. Sang-tae gets a chance to pursue his dream of becoming an artist, but Gang-tae has to leave him behind to take care of his love interest, Go Moon-young, who suddenly falls ill and is hospitalized.
You can watch it right on Netflix.
5. Uncontrollably Fond
Uncontrollably Fond is a romantic melodrama that tells the story of two former lovers, Sin Joon-young, a famous actor, and No Eul, a documentary producer, who reunite after several years. They both have a tragic past that leads to a heartbreaking ending. Sin Joon-young discovers that he is terminally ill and prepares himself for death. No Eul tries to make precious memories with him in the limited time they have left, leaving the viewers with tears streaming down their faces.
It is provided by Watcha and Wavve, Korea OTT services. And you can watch it for free on KBS, a Korean public broadcaster.
conclusion
KDramas have a unique way of telling stories that touch our hearts and souls, leaving indelible memories. However, the heart-wrenching endings of these dramas have a way of staying with us long after we have finished watching them. The dramas mentioned above are only a few of the many KDramas with unforgettable and heartbreaking endings. Grab a box of tissues and watch these dramas to experience the emotional journey they offer.
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