The K-drama world is buzzing after that jaw-dropping kiss between Ah-jin and In-gang in episode 6 of Dear X. With tensions rising and secrets unraveling, fans are desperate to know when episodes 7 and 8 drop—and what explosive confrontations await. Here’s everything you need to know about the upcoming release and what to expect.

Dear X Ep 7-8 Release Info

Detail	Information
Release Date	Thursday, November 20, 2025
Release Time	6:00 PM KST / 3:00 PM IST / 4:30 AM ET
Where to Watch	Rakuten Viki, TVING (Korea), HBO Max (select regions)
Episode Format	Double drop (Episodes 7 & 8 together)
Series Status	12 episodes total, finale December 4, 2025

What Happened in Episodes 5-6?

The stakes couldn’t be higher after the last two episodes. In-gang (Hwang In-youp) finally confessed his dark secret to Ah-jin—he knew about the nuts in the macarons that made his bandmate Ji-hyeok sick but stayed silent, haunted by guilt ever since.

Meanwhile, Ah-jin’s manipulation game reached new heights. She bought an apartment for her manager near In-gang’s grandmother and strategically attended his mother’s memorial meal. After some sabotage involving Jae-oh staging a bike accident and In-gang’s car being tampered with, the two shared an intimate kiss at the pavilion.

But the real shock came with Re-na’s confrontation by CEO Mi-ri about past misconduct and a career-threatening DUI. It’s clear Mi-ri keeps files on everyone—and Ah-jin knows it.

For more K-drama updates and recaps, check out our complete Dear X coverage.

Episodes 7-8: What to Expect

The love triangle is about to explode. Jun-seo has been Ah-jin’s loyal protector, but the press conference disaster in episode 6 left him questioning her intentions. With In-gang now in the picture romantically, expect a major confrontation between the two men—maybe not physical, but definitely emotional.

Ah-jin and In-gang’s relationship might go public within the company, which could complicate the Hadere campaign that depends on their images. Re-na won’t back down quietly either. She’s jealous, wounded, and knows Ah-jin is behind her troubles.

In-gang’s guilt arc remains unresolved. That kiss showed he’s cracking emotionally, but his past still owns him. These episodes will likely push his character into darker territory as he realizes what Ah-jin is truly capable of.

Where to Stream Dear X

According to Wikipedia, Dear X is available on multiple platforms globally. US viewers should use Viki (starting at $7.99/month), while the series also streams on HBO Max in Asia Pacific regions and Disney+ in select countries like Japan.

The show currently holds an impressive 8.7 IMDb rating, with fans praising Kim Yoo-jung’s layered performance as the sociopathic actress who hides manipulation behind charm and beauty.

Complete Release Schedule

Episodes 1-4: November 6, 2025
Episodes 5-6: November 13, 2025
Episodes 7-8: November 20, 2025
Episodes 9-10: November 27, 2025
Episodes 11-12: December 4, 2025 (Finale)

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Will Jun-seo finally see through Ah-jin’s manipulation in episodes 7-8?

The ending of episode 6 strongly hints that Jun-seo is waking up to Ah-jin’s tactics after the press conference disaster. As her loyal shield since childhood, he’s been blind to her darker side, but the love triangle with In-gang will likely force him to confront uncomfortable truths. Expect emotional confrontations rather than immediate betrayal—Jun-seo’s character arc has been about slowly realizing what Ah-jin has become.

Q: How will Re-na retaliate against Ah-jin after the CEO’s warning?

Re-na is in a dangerous position with her DUI scandal threatening her career and Ah-jin stealing In-gang away. Given Mi-ri’s warning and Re-na’s jealous nature, she’ll likely try to expose Ah-jin’s past or current manipulations. However, Ah-jin has proven repeatedly she’s ten steps ahead, keeping dirt on everyone. The real question isn’t if Re-na will strike back, but whether she has anything powerful enough to actually hurt Ah-jin’s rising star.