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Pink Villa
19 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
Better Late Than Single Finale: How many couples were formed and who did not escape ‘eternal single' squad?
Always solo, Korean men and women in their 20s have a life ahead of them, but what remains is their will to find love, and this Netflix reality show taps into 10 such individuals. Bringing on established young people to give them a fair chance at finding a partner, Better Late Than Single got famous for some controversial moments, including remarks from the contestants. Even the panelists, Seo In Guk, Kang Han Na, Lee Eun Ji, and Car, the Garden (Cha Jung Won) were surprised. Now, as the show comes to an end after 10 episodes, we're taking a look at the two couples who were formed on the show. Which couples ended up together on Better Late Than Single? One of the most unexpected and debatable relationships came to fruition towards the end of last week's episodes. When Ha Jeong Mok broke Yi Do's heart during part 8, almost all of the internet turned against him, calling out his sudden change of heart and lack of clarification to the girls interested in him, including Lee Min Hong. On the other hand, his feelings towards Park Ji Yeon were on a climb, surprising everyone. The latter's confession of a difficult childhood made Ha Jeong Mok's feelings towards her grow stronger and faster. Eventually, Ha Jeong Mok and Park Ji Yeon turned out to be the first confirmed couple on the show, after confirming their mutual liking for each other. Kang Ji Su, much like the male star above, was popular among her peers, being pursued by the likes of Kang Hyun Kyu, Kim Sang Ho, and Kim Seung Li. She tried her hand at dating each one of them, and while the first went on a rant about how much he was falling for her, the other one could not give her enough attention. It was Kim Seung Li with his quick admissions of faults and eagerness to work it out with her that worked in the end. Kang Ji Su and Kim Seung Li turned out to be the second couple from the show. Meanwhile, other contestants on the program, Noh Jae Yun, Kim Yeo Myung, Kim Sang Ho, Lee Min Hong, Yi Do, Kang Hyun Kyu, Lee Seung Chan, and Kim Mi Ji continued on their path as 'eternal singles'.
Economic Times
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Economic Times
Netflix Better Late Than Single: Is Season 2 confirmed? Here's Season 1 final episodes release date, time, episode count and schedule
TIL Creatives Better Late Than Single Season 1 final two episodes arrive on Netflix on July 29. Netflix is set to release the final two episodes of its new dating reality show Better Late Than Single on July 29. The series began streaming in early July 2025 and follows a batch release format. As viewers await closure on relationships, speculation grows about a potential Season Late Than Single will release Episodes 9 and 10 on Monday, July 29. These are the last two episodes of the first season. The episodes will be released globally on July 29 at 12am PT / 3am ET in the United States, 4am in Brazil, 8am in the UK, 9am Central European Summer Time, 12:30pm in India, 4pm in South Korea, 5pm in Australia, and 7pm in New final two episodes are expected to have a runtime of approximately 60 to 75 minutes each, consistent with previous episodes. Also Read: Has Andy Byron sued Coldplay yet? Here's how social media reacts to former Astronomer CEO legal plans Season 1 of Better Late Than Single has 10 episodes. Netflix followed a staggered release schedule:Episodes 1–3: Released on July 8Episodes 4–6: Released on July 15Episodes 7–8: Released on July 22Episodes 9–10: Releasing on July 29This format mirrors other dating reality shows on Netflix that prefer a weekly or semi-weekly drop to build engagement. Also Read: EasyJet Mid-Flight Bomb Threat: Why did Abhay Nayak yell 'Allahu Akbar'? Passenger shouts 'Death to America'. This is what happened next As of July 2025, Netflix has not confirmed Better Late Than Single Season 2. The streaming platform has not shared official viewership numbers or renewal plans. However, regional performance suggests that the show is gaining it has not entered the US Top 10, the show is ranked: #3 in South Korea #5 in Taiwan #7 in Singapore It also appeared in Netflix's Top 10 non-English shows last week. A similar dating show, Single's Inferno, was renewed for Season 5 just one day after Season 4 ended. This opens the possibility that Netflix may announce a second season for Better Late Than Single decision to renew a show often depends on regional performance, social media traction and completion rate. Better Late Than Single is performing well in some Asian countries. If this continues, it could improve the chances of release of the final two episodes may also boost viewership in other regions. Viewer feedback and streaming metrics in the coming days will likely influence Netflix's final decision. How many episodes are there in Better Late Than Single Season 1? There are 10 episodes in total, released in batches between July 8 and July 29, 2025. Has Netflix confirmed Season 2 of Better Late Than Single? Netflix has not confirmed Season 2 yet, but the show's growing popularity may influence renewal soon.
Time of India
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Netflix Better Late Than Single: Is Season 2 confirmed? Here's Season 1 final episodes release date, time, episode count and schedule
Netflix is set to release the final two episodes of its new dating reality show Better Late Than Single on July 29. The series began streaming in early July 2025 and follows a batch release format. As viewers await closure on relationships, speculation grows about a potential Season 2. Better Late Than Single Final Episodes Release Date, Time Better Late Than Single will release Episodes 9 and 10 on Monday, July 29. These are the last two episodes of the first season. Explore courses from Top Institutes in Please select course: Select a Course Category Cybersecurity Public Policy Data Science Data Analytics Leadership Artificial Intelligence Finance Data Science Design Thinking Project Management Technology MCA Product Management Others CXO Digital Marketing healthcare MBA Healthcare PGDM Operations Management Management Degree others Skills you'll gain: Duration: 10 Months MIT xPRO CERT-MIT xPRO PGC in Cybersecurity Starts on undefined Get Details The episodes will be released globally on July 29 at 12am PT / 3am ET in the United States, 4am in Brazil, 8am in the UK, 9am Central European Summer Time, 12:30pm in India, 4pm in South Korea, 5pm in Australia, and 7pm in New Zealand. The final two episodes are expected to have a runtime of approximately 60 to 75 minutes each, consistent with previous episodes. Also Read: Has Andy Byron sued Coldplay yet? Here's how social media reacts to former Astronomer CEO legal plans Live Events Better Late Than Single Season 1 Episode Count and Schedule Season 1 of Better Late Than Single has 10 episodes. Netflix followed a staggered release schedule: Episodes 1–3: Released on July 8 Episodes 4–6: Released on July 15 Episodes 7–8: Released on July 22 Episodes 9–10: Releasing on July 29 This format mirrors other dating reality shows on Netflix that prefer a weekly or semi-weekly drop to build engagement. Also Read: EasyJet Mid-Flight Bomb Threat: Why did Abhay Nayak yell 'Allahu Akbar'? Passenger shouts 'Death to America'. This is what happened next Better Late Than Single Season 2 As of July 2025, Netflix has not confirmed Better Late Than Single Season 2. The streaming platform has not shared official viewership numbers or renewal plans. However, regional performance suggests that the show is gaining popularity. Though it has not entered the US Top 10, the show is ranked: #3 in South Korea #5 in Taiwan #7 in Singapore It also appeared in Netflix's Top 10 non-English shows last week. A similar dating show, Single's Inferno, was renewed for Season 5 just one day after Season 4 ended. This opens the possibility that Netflix may announce a second season for Better Late Than Single soon. Better Late Than Single Season 1 Global Performance Netflix's decision to renew a show often depends on regional performance, social media traction and completion rate. Better Late Than Single is performing well in some Asian countries. If this continues, it could improve the chances of renewal. The release of the final two episodes may also boost viewership in other regions. Viewer feedback and streaming metrics in the coming days will likely influence Netflix's final decision. FAQs How many episodes are there in Better Late Than Single Season 1? There are 10 episodes in total, released in batches between July 8 and July 29, 2025. Has Netflix confirmed Season 2 of Better Late Than Single? Netflix has not confirmed Season 2 yet, but the show's growing popularity may influence renewal soon.
Time of India
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Exploring the Rise of Korean Reality Dating Shows: A New Era of Romance and Binge-Worthy Entertainment
latest dating TV show ″Love Interference″ When K-Drama Romance Meets Reality TV Magic Remember when we thought our Bollywood romantic comedies were dramatic? Well, Korean reality dating shows have entered the chat, serving up relationship content that's both relatable and absolutely binge-worthy. The latest addition is " Better Late Than Single ," focusing on "motae solo" - Korean adults who've never been in a relationship. Sound familiar? It's the Korean version of what we call " single by choice " (or maybe not by choice), and we're all feeling personally attacked. Unlike the polished perfection we're used to seeing, this keeps it real with awkward first-date moments that make us want to hide behind pillows. It's like watching ourselves trying to impress someone at a college fest - painful but incredibly entertaining. The Korean dating show phenomenon started in the 1970s but really took off with MBC's "Love's Studio" in 1994, featuring 2,800 participants over seven years with 47 couples actually getting married. That's better than most matrimonial sites! The Global Streaming Revolution Korean dating shows found global wings through streaming, with "Single's Inferno" becoming the first Korean variety show to crack the global top 10. The concept is brilliantly simple - singles stuck on a "deserted island" where electronics are banned, and escape comes through romantic connections that upgrade you to "Paradise" (a luxury hotel). For us, this hits different because we understand being constantly connected yet feeling disconnected. Being forced to have real conversations without phones? That's both our biggest fear and secret desire - like family functions when relatives confiscate phones and suddenly we're forced to actually talk, except here you might find love instead of career interrogations. "EXchange" deserves special mention for doing our personal nightmare - putting exes in the same house watching each other date others. Nobody knows who dated whom until the midway reveal. It's like bumping into your ex at a friend's wedding, but worse.
CNA
17-07-2025
- Entertainment
- CNA
What to know about Better Late Than Single, the South Korean dating show that's Single's Inferno with social awkwardness
As Squid Game and K-pop Demon Hunters continue to dominate Netflix charts worldwide, a brand-new show has been stealthily (and steadily) gaining popularity amongst subscribers, thanks to its fresh take on the ubiquitous dating show genre. Set in South Korea, Better Late Than Single features men and women who have been "eternally single" for a variety of reasons and are now finally looking for love. One thing they have in common: They are all really, really bad at dating conventions, which admittedly leads to both hilariously awkward moments and heartwrenching scenes. The best way to describe Better Late Than Single is that it's Single's Inferno with secondhand embarrassment, social awkwardness and sadness. Just like Single's Inferno, Better Late Than Single stars a celebrity panel of commentators, only this time they have a more direct stake in the series. Known as Cupids, these celebs had helped the contestants "glow up" before the show's first episode and are now watching the results of their efforts, alongside viewers. Here's what you need to know about Better Late Than Single. WHO ARE THE CUPIDS IN BETTER LATE THAN SINGLE? View this post on Instagram A post shared by 스토리제이컴퍼니 (@storyjcompany) Kang Han-na – Actress View this post on Instagram A post shared by 강한나 / ʜᴀɴɴᴀ ᴋᴀɴɢ (@k_hanna_) Lee Eun-ji – Comedienne View this post on Instagram A post shared by 이은지 (@happy._.ej) Car, The Garden – Singer View this post on Instagram A post shared by 카더가든 | Car, the garden (@carthegarden) WHO ARE THE CONTESTANTS IN BETTER LATE THAN SINGLE? MEN Noh Jae-yun A mentee of Seo In-guk, the 27-year-old is a 3D designer who struggles to speak up and maintain eye contact. When we first meet Noh, he makes it clear that he's an anime fan, sliding in references to shows like Neon Genesis Evangelion and The Seven Deadly Sins in his everyday conversations. Kim Seung-li Kim lived in Brazil for a huge part of his life, becoming "better at soccer than most people". He speaks fluent Portuguese. Kim Sang-ho Kim lost 20kg between being recruited for Better Late Than Single and its first episode. The 27-year-old went to an all-boys school and didn't have opportunities to meet women. In his free time, he enjoys singing karaoke. Ha Jeong-mok Ha decided to join the show after his twin brother entered a relationship. Kang Hyun-kyu Kang is a bartender and medical student. According to him, he never dated as he was too focused studying, in order to get accepted into a medical school. WOMEN Kang Ji-su The 26-year-old is a homebody and didn't get many opportunities to meet men growing up, as she attended an all-girls school. As such, Kang feels "uncomfortable" with men. Kim Yeo-myung The 26-year-old's group of eternally single friends suddenly got boyfriends and that pushed her to try dating as well. Kim Min-hong A straight shooter, the 28-year-old has been on around 30 dates in the past seven months, most of which were group dates. Her mother had even signed her up with two matchmaking agencies. Yi Do The 27-year-old is a tutor for geography and social studies. According to Yi Do, she tends to speak very fast, so much so that students tell her they watch her lectures at 0.7 times their original speed. Park Ji-yeon
