Nevertheless ending explained - Why Yu Na-Bi chose Park Jae-Eon, despite him being a walking red flag?

Even after drawing flak for showing the male lead as a womaniser, Nevertheless is one of the most-watched K-Dramas on Netflix.

Nevertheless

Song Kang, best known for his Netflix hit My Demon, first stole hearts with his role in Nevertheless (2021). While K-Dramas are known for their swoon-worthy romances, Nevertheless sparked a different kind of conversation. It challenged the typical K-Drama trope of the perfect, wealthy male lead. Song Kang’s character, Park Jae-Eon, is anything but usual. He's charming and flirty, but is commitment-phobic. Nevertheless may not have offered the typical fairy-tale romance, but it certainly captured the audience's attention.  Even after drawing flak for showing the male lead as a womaniser, Nevertheless is one of the most-watched K-Dramas on Netflix.

Nevertheless plot

The story introduces Park Jae-Eon, a self-proclaimed womaniser, who has commitment issues. He often gets involved in playful flirting, which makes him quite popular among young women. However, soon he finds himself drawn to Yu Na-Bi, a woman who craves companionship but scoffs at the idea of love. Can their connection blossom into something serious, or will their contrasting views on love ultimately drive them apart?

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How does Nevertheless end?

Despite presenting a happy ending, viewers remained confused about Na-Bi’s decision to date Jae-Eon once again. The ending scene captures the complexities of Jae-Eon and Na-Bi’s relationship. Despite knowing that Jae-Eon might never change, Na-Bi chooses to embrace uncertainty, sealing it with a passionate kiss. The last few minutes of them walking hand-in-hand suggest the possibility of a new beginning.

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Why did Yu Na-Bi choose Park Jae-Eon in the end?

After looking at Na-Bi's previous failed relationships, Yu Na-Bi realises that Jae-Eon is the only boyfriend who understands her and respects her quite well, despite being a flirt. With Jae-Eon, Na-Bi can openly show her vulnerable side, rather than be scared that he might leave her. Although their relationship is also not perfect, Na-Bi feels relaxed and happy with Jae-Eon. Her choice may leave you with numerous questions, but Na-Bi makes her own decisions in love.

The title of the drama is quite interesting as it hints at Yu Na-Bi’s thought process. Even all the subtitles of each episode hint at her internal conflict as she's aware of Jae-Eon’s manipulative behaviour yet keeps giving. For instance, Episode 9, titled - ‘I Know It's Over…Nevertheless’, hints at Na-Bi’s dilemma on whether she should take back Jae-Eon in her life, or not. Similarly, the last episode titled - ‘Nevertheless..I Still’ hints at Na-Bi's ultimate decision.

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