Where is cast of ‘Love Like A K Drama’ now? Look at all couples who are still thriving after Netflix show

After multiple heartbreaks and ups and downs, here's what the couples are upto right now
'Love Like A K Drama' couples relationship status post show (Instagram/ Nozomi Bando)
'Love Like A K Drama' couples relationship status post show (Instagram/ Nozomi Bando)

SEOUL, SOUTH KOREA: In the rollercoaster world of 'Love Like a K-Drama,' viewers were captivated by the twists and turns of romantic connections.

As the show unfolded, couples navigated through ups and downs, facing challenges that mirrored the captivating plotlines of Korean dramas.

Now, attention shifts to the present relationship statuses of these couples, delving into how they've navigated the tumult of emotions and discovering where their love stories have taken them.

From unexpected confessions to heartbreaking rejections, let's delve into the post-show lives of our favorite pairs, revealing the real-life tales behind the on-screen drama.

Kim Dong Kyu 

Dong Kyu initially engaged in a relationship with Nozomi Bando on the show. However, it was short-lived as the two eventually grew apart due to his developing feelings for Rio Yamashita. 

In the show's conclusion, Kim Dong Kyu selected Rio for their final kiss and pledged to reunite with her soon as they openly professed their love for each other.

As of now, it seems that the couple is staying in touch, as the actress continues to share videos of them on her Instagram.

'Love Like a K-Drama' star Kim Dong Kyu (Instagram/d.onk)
'Love Like a K-Drama' star Kim Dong Kyu (Instagram/d.onk)

Rio Yamashita

Initially, Rio Yamashita formed a connection with Song Ji Hyuk, but eventually, she discovered herself developing feelings for Kim Dong Kyu. Unable to articulate her love, she chose to keep it concealed in her heart.

Before long, fate intervened, bringing them together, and from that point forward, they became inseparable.

Ultimately, Rio also chose Dong Kyu and symbolized her affection by gifting him flowers. She openly confessed her love and expressed her desire to meet him soon.

Right now the actress is busy promoting her new project and seems focused on her career. 

'Love Like A K-drama' star Rio Yamashita (Instagram/rio_yamashita_official)
'Love Like A K-drama' star Rio Yamashita (Instagram/rio_yamashita_official)

Nozomi Bando

Nozomi faced two rejections on the show by Kim Dong Kyu and Kim Won Shik. Despite the heartbreak, she evolved as an actress on the show. 

In the final episode, she held a glimmer of hope for Won Shik, anticipating that he would choose her. Unfortunately, to her disappointment, he opted for his initial connection, Honoka.

Nozomi is currently single and has been dedicating her attention to her career. She expressed gratitude to the show for providing her with an opportunity and conveyed that she harbors no ill feelings toward anyone.

Nozomi Bando is very versatile (Instagram/ Nozomi Bando)
Nozomi Bando is very versatile (Instagram/ Nozomi Bando)

Kim Won Shik

Won Shik experienced rejection on the show when his connection, Honoka, chose Tae Gyun over him, impacting their relationship adversely.

But eventually, the two ended up choosing each other at the end of the show, with them confessing love for each other. 

Won Shik is still following Honoka on Instagram, while the actress seems not to follow him, which makes their love story out of the show a bit sketchy. 

Kim Won-shik controversies (Instgaram/ Kim Won-shik)
Kim Won-shik from the Netflix show Love Like A K Drama (Instagram/ Kim Won-Shik)

Ayano Kudo  

Ayano Kudo was always into Lee Tae Gyun and had confessed her strong feelings for him several times. The two come forward as formidable lovers on the show, both equally loving each other. 

In the end, Ayano chose Tae Gyun, and ended up confessing love for each other most romantically and cutely.

At the moment, the two seem to keep their relationship private as none of them have made any public appearances or announcements on their relationship but considering their spark on the show, one can bet that the two are still together.

Ayano Kudo won beauty contest (Instagram/ Ayano Kudo)
Ayano Kudo won beauty contest (Instagram/ Ayano Kudo)

Song Ji Hyuk 

Song Ji Hyuk had chosen Rio Yamashita at the beginning of the show as his connection and even tried to create a bond with her, but she had always been into Kim Dong Kyu.

Later Ji Hyuk tried to find love in Ayano Kudo, who also ditched him most subtly by calling him her brother. 

In the final episode, Ji Hyuk waited for someone to step forward for the last kiss, but to his dismay, no one approached him. The Korean star had to bid farewell to the show on his own.

Song Ji-Hyuk is from Supernova (Instagram/ Song Ji-Hyuk )
Song Ji-Hyuk is from Supernova (Instagram/ Song Ji-Hyuk )

Lee Tae Gyun

Tae Gyun discovered love with Ayano Kudo right from the beginning and remained together throughout the entire show. Despite being paired with other connections at times, the two ultimately chose to stay committed to each other.

Honoka Kitahara approached Tae Gyun, but he remained steadfast in his loyalty to Ayano. He even requested Ayano not to choose anyone else to shoot the episodes, emphasizing his commitment to their relationship.

Ultimately, both ended up choosing each other as the Korean star left audiences blushing with his cute proposal to Ayano, as he quipped "I love ya" to her as she left for Japan. 

The two are possibly still seeing each other but haven't made anything official yet. 

'Love Like A K-drama' star Lee Tae Gyun is relatively new to acting (Instagram/@leety_)
'Love Like A K-drama' star Lee Tae Gyun is relatively new to acting (Instagram/@leety_)

Honoka Kitahara 

Honoka was initially paired with Won Shik, but in the third episode, she surprised many by revealing that she had stronger feelings for Tae Gyun than for Won Shik. This revelation not only shocked many but also left Won Shik heartbroken.

However, upon realizing her love for him, she shared her love for him, and later the two ended up choosing each other, with Won Shik ditching Nozomi Bando for her. 

In the end, the two apologized to each other for any unintentional mistakes during the show and openly confessed their love, concluding the series as a couple.

Honoka Kitahara is an actress (Instagram/ Honoka Kitahara)
Honoka Kitahara is an actress (Instagram/ Honoka Kitahara)

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