The latest episode of Coupang Play’s hit series What Comes After Love is continuing to gain traction, reaching the No. 1 spot on the platform. Episode 3, featuring the arrival of Min Jun (Hong Jong Hyun) and Kanna (Anne Nakamura), has left viewers enthralled with the emotional depth of the intertwined relationships.
The drama follows the post-love story of Hong (Lee Se Young), a woman who has forgotten everything, and Jungo (Kentaro Sakaguchi), a man filled with regret, capturing the bittersweet aftermath of what was once a fateful romance.
Episode 3 reveals the backstory behind Hong and Jungo’s heartbreaking breakup, while also exploring the love and desires of Min Jun and Kanna, providing a perfect balance of longing and heartache. As Jungo tries to address the misunderstandings between the two, viewers feel the weight of Hong’s inner struggle. Though she tries to shut him out, her unresolved feelings bring her to tears. Meanwhile, Min Jun’s unwavering support and unrequited love for Hong only deepened the emotional resonance, while Kanna’s return to win back Jungo heightened the tension.
Fans were particularly moved by the powerful dialogue. Hong’s reflective monologue, “I feared that if I didn’t focus on something, I’d destroy myself,” poignantly expresses the raw pain of her separation, while Min Jun’s line, “Emotions change. That’s how we live,” encapsulate the bittersweet nature of his love for her.
Episode 3 received widespread praise for its intricate direction and the growing chemistry between Lee Se Young and Sakaguchi. Hong Jong Hyun and Anne Nakamura’s performances, particularly Jong Hyun’s portrayal of the pure-hearted Min Jun, also garnered high acclaim, adding to the series’ growing appeal. Some comments include: “It’s rare to find a drama that makes me cry from start to finish,” “I can’t wait for next week’s episode,” and “The actors’ expressions and delivery are perfect.”
As What Comes After Love establishes itself as one of this year’s top emotional melodramas, Episode 3 has raised the bar even further, drawing viewers deeper into these four characters’ poignant and complex world.
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Source: Coupang Play
