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When the Stars Gossip , a tvN weekend drama that garnered attention even before its premiere with its hefty 50 billion won (approximately 37 million USD) budget, ended its its 16-episode run on February 23rd. The finale left many viewers frustrated with its bizarre ending.
The final episode saw Eve Kim ( Gong Hyo Jin ) giving birth in space, only to die shortly after from complications related to pelvic injuries. Gong Ryong ( Lee Min Ho ) chooses to remain on the space station as an obstetrician, dedicating himself to protecting their child.
As the episode closes, Gong Ryong narrates, “I kissed her feet a hundred times today. Eve achieved so much. Space became both her tomb and her womb. Farewell, Eve. Until we meet again.” The drama’s persistent references to the womb continued right up until the last episode.
When the Stars Gossip was the first Korean “space office” drama with a budget of 50 billion won. However, it faced criticism from the early episodes for its content involving topics such as eggs, sperm, intercourse, sex, and artificial insemination. The drama also drew flak for scenes where characters felt attracted to each other despite having partners and for the plot twist where Gong Ryong’s adoptive mother turns out to be Eve Kim’s biological mother.
As the story progressed, its perplexing developments, jarring visuals, and awkwardly placed intimate scenes—set between Earth and space—only fueled more controversy. Since the very first episode, viewers have questioned where the enormous budget has gone, with many expressing their disappointment.
Here are more fan reactions on X about When the Stars Gossip :
“The narration in When the Stars Gossip was so bizarre it nearly broke my brain.”
별물보면서 레전드 정병 온 나레이션 >우주는 무덤이자 자궁이 돼주었다< pic.twitter.com/BPIvs1Ea5k — 화석 (@notfossil379_) February 23, 2025
