Kapanlagi.com - In Korean dramas full of emotions, love stories often become the center of attention for viewers. However, not all love stories end happily. Some couples must face painful destinies, leaving deep wounds in the hearts of viewers who have followed their journey with hope.
Whether due to differences in worlds, betrayal, or death that separates them, a tragic ending often becomes the spice that makes a drama even more memorable. Viewers are swept away in tears, disappointed, yet unable to stop watching until the last episode.
In this article, we summarize eight couples in Korean dramas whose love stories end tragically. Prepare your heart and tissues, as the following list will take you back to the most heartbreaking moments in K-Drama history.
1. Haesoo and Wangso in the drama Moon Lovers: Scarlet Heart Ryeo

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In this time-travel drama, Hae-Soo (IU) is trapped in a total eclipse that brings her to the Goryeo era. There, she falls in love with Wang So (Lee Joon-Gi), a prince who instills fear in others.
However, their love is faced with various intrigues and conflicts, forcing them to fight harder to be together. A tragic ending awaits them, leaving the audience with mixed emotions.
2. Joon Young and No Eul in the drama Uncontrollably Fond

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Shin Joon-Young (Kim Woo-Bin) and No Eul (Bae Suzy) are two friends separated by fate. After years, they meet again, but Joon-Young is now a famous star hiding a dark secret.
No Eul, who works as a PD, is caught in a dilemma between love and ambition. As their love begins to grow again, painful pasts haunt them, creating a sad ending.
3. Lee Soon and Jang Ok Jung in the drama Jang Ok Jung

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Jang Ok-Jung (Kim Tae-Hee) is a woman who struggles from a difficult life to become one of the strongest concubines in Joseon. Jang Ok-Jung's love for Lee Soon (Yoo Ah-In) begins when they are young, but they must face the power and political intrigues that destroy.
Although they love each other, Jang Ok-Jung is forced to choose between love and her political ambitions. A tragic end awaits them, creating a story that will be remembered forever.
4. Myung Hee and Hee Tae in the drama Youth of May

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Amidst the turmoil of the Gwangju Uprising, Myung-Hee (Go Min-Si) and Hee-Tae (Lee Do-Hyun) find sincere love. However, the oppressive political situation threatens their relationship.
Their love, which should be beautiful, becomes tragic when they are separated by circumstances. Their courage and sacrifice become a symbol of unforgettable love, even though it ends in sorrow.
5. Deok Im and Yi San in the drama Red Sleeve

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In the Joseon era, Deok-Im (Lee Se-Young) is a servant trapped in a forbidden love with Yi San, who later becomes King Jeongjo. Although their love is strong, Deok-Im has dreams of living freely.
When Yi San tries to make her his concubine, Deok-Im must fight against the fate that is determined for her. A tragic ending awaits them, reminding us that not all love ends happily.
6. Yuri and Kang Hwa in the drama Hi Bye Mama!

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Cha Yu-Ri (Kim Tae-Hee) is a ghost trapped in the world after her death. She tries to return to life as a human and reunite with her husband, Jo Kang-Hwa (Lee Kyoo-Hyung).
When Yu-Ri returns, their love is threatened by the bitter reality that they cannot be together. Their story becomes one of the most touching and tragic in Korean drama.
7. Sim Deok and Woojin in the drama Hymn of Death

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This drama is based on the true story of Kim Woo-Jin and Yun Sim-Deok, who created the legendary song “Praise of Death.” Although they shared a deep love, fate led them to a sad ending.
Their tragic love story serves as a reminder of the sacrifices and true love that must be faced with bitter reality. They are a symbol of eternal love despite being separated by time.
8. Eun Yeong and Soo Ho in the drama Snowdrop

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Set in 1987, Eun Yeong-Ro (Kim Ji-Soo) and Lim Soo-Ho (Jung Hae-In) find themselves caught in a dangerous situation. Their love grows in a tense atmosphere, where every precious second could be their last.
As political conflicts escalate, their relationship is tested to its limits. The tragic ending serves as the conclusion to a love story filled with hope.
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