Second Lead Syndrome: K-Dramas That Broke Our Hearts
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4. Cheese in the Trap (2016)
Baek In-ho (Seo Kang-joon) was a troubled but talented pianist who fell for Hong Seol (Kim Go-eun). He provided comfort and support to Seol, but she ultimately chose the enigmatic Yoo Jung (Park Hae-jin). In-ho's unrequited love resonated with many viewers.
5. Strong Woman Do Bong-soon (2017)
In Guk-doo (Ji Soo) was a police officer and childhood friend of Do Bong-soon (Park Bo-young). He had long admired Bong-soon, but she fell for her eccentric boss, Ahn Min-hyuk (Park Hyung-sik). Guk-doo's unrequited love added a touch of melancholy to this otherwise lighthearted drama.
Second lead syndromes are a testament to the power of K-dramas to evoke strong emotions. These characters may not always get the happy ending they deserve, but their stories remind us of the complexities of love and the importance of cherishing those who care for us.