Love Next Door Episode 8: Heartbreaking Twist Leaves Fans Comparing it to Queen of Tears

Love Next Door, starring Jung Hae-in and Jung So-min, has been winning hearts for its touching rom-com story and the intense chemistry between the leads. However, the recent plot twist in Episode 8 left fans feeling disappointed, drawing comparisons to Queen of Tears, a 2024 hit featuring Kim Soo-hyun and Kim Ji-won.

Episode 8's Shocking Twist

For fans of K-drama rom-coms, Love Next Door has been a delightful watch, featuring a classic childhood-friends-turned-lovers storyline. Jung Hae-in as Choi Seung-hyo and Jung So-min as Bae Seok-ryu delivered a slow-burning romance that kept viewers hooked. However, Episode 8 surprised everyone with an unexpected twist. It was revealed that Seok-ryu, played by Jung So-min, had been hiding her Stage 3 stomach cancer diagnosis, which occurred during her time in the US. She had undergone surgery, removing 70% of her stomach, followed by chemotherapy and radiation.

The shocking twist came when Seok-ryu experienced severe abdominal pain, leading her to be rushed to the hospital. While it’s unclear whether her cancer has relapsed or if it’s a symptom, fans were left heartbroken. Many took to social media, comparing the twist to Queen of Tears.

Fans’ Reactions

Fans voiced their disappointment online, urging the makers not to follow the same sad-happy ending as Queen of Tears. The comparisons to Queen of Tears stem from a similar plotline where the female lead was terminally ill, and her husband had to care for her, leading to an emotional conclusion.

Love Next Door's Other Comparisons

This is not the first time Love Next Door has been compared to another show. Earlier episodes reminded fans of Lovely Runner, another 2024 hit. Both male leads were former swimming champions whose careers were cut short by injuries.

Fans hope the show will take a different, more hopeful direction in the upcoming episodes.