Did Kim Won Shik pick Nozomi Bando for last kiss? 'Love Like a K-Drama' star faces multiple rejections

Nozomi Bando found love twice, but ended up failing both times
PUBLISHED DEC 26, 2023
Nozomi Bando experienced a blow when Kim Won Shik, who had previously expressed interest in her, ultimately chose someone else, leaving her feeling abandoned  (Instagram/Nozomi Bando, Kim Won Shik)
Nozomi Bando experienced a blow when Kim Won Shik, who had previously expressed interest in her, ultimately chose someone else, leaving her feeling abandoned (Instagram/Nozomi Bando, Kim Won Shik)

SEOUL, SOUTH KOREA: Nozomi Bando anxiously waited in the last episode of 'Love Like A K Drama' for her new connection Kim Won Shik to approach her for the last kiss, but to her surprise, he headed towards Honoka Kitahara instead.

Despite not being chosen by anyone for the final romantic moment, Nozomi didn't seem too disheartened.

In a surprising twist, she expressed happiness that Won Shik and Honoka found each other. Nozomi even shared that she played a role in bringing them together by stepping aside and allowing them to connect.

Her demeanor conveyed a sense of contentment, revealing that she took joy in facilitating the bond between Won Shik and Honoka, even if it meant she wasn't directly part of the final romantic scene.

She shared how it was because she came between the two of them that brought them closer and eventually made them confess their love. 

Nozomi Bando faced rejection from Kim Won Shik and Kim Dong Kyu   

'Love Like A K-drama' stars Kim Dong Kyu and Nozomi Bando and (netflix)
Nozomi Bando faced two rejections on the show (Netflix)

Nozomi faced initial rejection from Kim Dong Kyu, whom she genuinely liked and who was her first connection on the show.

Later, she experienced another blow when Kim Won Shik, who had previously expressed interest in her, ultimately chose someone else, leaving Nozomi feeling abandoned by both of them.

This double disappointment highlighted the challenges Nozomi encountered in finding a lasting connection on the show, as both of her initial connections ended up choosing someone else over her.

Despite rejections, Nozomi becomes stronger in the end by not letting these rejections let down her spirits. 

Nozomi Bando accused of stealing Kim Won Shik by Ayano Kudo      

Even though Won Shik chose Nozomi for his final scene, his connection Honoka observed that with Dong Kyu no longer in the picture, Nozomi became a potential rival for Won Shik's affection.

Despite Nozomi attempting to form a connection with Won Shik, it became evident that his heart was set on Honoka.

Won Shik chooses Nozomi over former connection Honoka ( Instagram/ Kim Won Shik, Nozomi Bando and Honoka Kitahara)
Kim Won Shik chooses Nozomi Bando over former connection Honoka Kitahara (Instagram/@KimWonshik, Nozomi Bando and Honoka Kitahara)

Did Nozomi Bando find love on 'Love Like a K-Drama'?

Nozomi, unfortunately, couldn't find love on the show as both of her connections, one with Dong Kyu and the other with Won Shik, chose to pursue connections with other contestants.

This left Nozomi without a romantic partner, and she had to leave the show alone. 

Nozomi Bando in Netflix's new dating show (Instagram/ Nozomi Bando)
Nozomi Bando left the show alone (Instagram/ Nozomi Bando)

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