On February 23, “When the Stars Gossip” broadcast his final episode, offering a shocking turning point that has since been accepted with a widespread repercussions.
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A heartbreaking ending that left the fans incredulous
The plot took an unexpectedly dark turning point when Eve Kim (Gong Hyo-Jin) sacrificed his life to give birth on a space station. Unbeknownst to Gong Ryong (Lee Min-Ho), he hid a critical complication of childbirth, a fractured basin, which in the end led to his premature death within 24 hours of the delivery of their child.
To make things more tragic, the epilogue of the drama revealed that the character of Lee Min-I have remained in space for over 19 months, an unprecedented duration for any astronaut, due to the fragile medical conditions of the child. Born in zero gravity, the child suffered serious development problems, including complications with cardiac function and bone density, which required large treatments within a specialized space fertility center.
From romanticism to tragedy: fans feel betrayed
Initially marketed as a moving love story set against the background of the exploration of the space, “When the Stars Gossip” won the public with its unique premise. However, the dramatic tonal movement in the final episode made many betrayers feel betrayed. What was once a promising science fiction romanticism quickly transformed into what fans now call a useless and senseless tragedy.
Online discussions exploded with criticism, with fans who brought on social media to express their frustration:
- When you catch the WTSG writers .. what is in romantic comedy?
- The last episode was simply ridiculous! The rhythm was everywhere and writing did not make sense. The only good thing was the child.
- The worst ending of K-Drama ever … What were the writers think?
- What the heck have I just looked at?
- This was to be a love story, not a tragedy. I feel so betrayed.
Many argue that the ending has contradicted the essence of the show, transforming a romantic and adventurous narrative into an emotionally draining experience. Instead of providing a satisfactory conclusion, he left the fans who questioned the creative choices made by the production team.
While the discussion continues, one thing is clear: “When the stars gossip” will be remembered not for its ambitious concept but for its polarizing ending, which has transformed an early love story into one of the most final debates of the drama K dell ‘year.
