The tension in the hit K-drama Dear X has reached a new peak. The surprising kiss between actress Baek Ah-jin and top star Heo In-gang, followed by Yoon Jun-seo’s injured realization of her manipulation, has fans eagerly awaiting the next move. The story continues with the release of two new episodes this week.
When to Watch Dear X Episodes 7 and 8
Dear X Episodes 7 and 8 are scheduled to release on Thursday, November 20, 2025. This double-episode drop follows the show’s weekly pattern. In South Korea, the episodes will be available on the local streaming service TVING at 6:00 PM KST.
For international audiences, the episodes will land on global platforms approximately 30 minutes after the Korean release. This translates to early morning hours for viewers in the Americas. Be aware that slight delays of a few hours have occurred with previous episodes on the Viki platform.
The table below shows the expected release times for major regions.
| Region | Time Zone | Expected Release Time |
|---|---|---|
| South Korea | KST | November 20, 6:00 PM |
| United States (East Coast) | ET | November 20, 4:30 AM |
| United States (West Coast) | PT | November 20, 1:30 AM |
| United Kingdom | GMT | November 20, 9:30 AM |
| India | IST | November 20, 3:00 PM |
| Australia (East Coast) | AEST | November 20, 8:30 PM |
Where You Can Stream the New Episodes
The streaming platforms for Dear X vary by region, but multiple options are available for fans worldwide.
- Rakuten Viki: This is the primary streaming service for the series in the United States, Europe, Oceania, and India. Viki offers English subtitles and a vast library of Asian content. The first two episodes of Dear X are available for free, but a Viki Pass subscription (starting at $7.99 per month) is required to watch all episodes.
- HBO Max: Viewers in parts of the Asia-Pacific region, including Hong Kong, Indonesia, Malaysia, the Philippines, Singapore, Taiwan, and Thailand, can watch the series on HBO Max.
- Other Platforms: In select countries like Japan, the drama is available on Disney+. Viewers in the Middle East and North Africa can find it on Starzplay.
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The Story So Far and What’s Coming Next
The series follows Baek Ah-jin (Kim Yoo-jung), a successful actress and model who hides a traumatic past. A sociopath who uses her charm as a tool, she manipulates everyone around her to climb higher in the entertainment industry. Her most loyal protector has been Yoon Jun-seo (Kim Young-dae), who has stood by her since their school days.
Episodes 5 and 6 showed Ah-jin’s career rising as she debuted at a major film festival. However, she faced new challenges from her rival, Im Re-na (Lee Yul-eum), who bullied her on set. Ah-jin skillfully turned the tables by having Re-na’s physical confrontation secretly filmed and later played at a company event, publicly shaming her.
Meanwhile, Ah-jin set her sights on top star Heo In-gang (Hwang In-youp), seeing him as the perfect “stepping stone” for her career. She strategically won over his grandmother and orchestrated a situation that led to a romantic kiss. As this happened, Jun-seo, who had just fought off people insulting Ah-jin, lay injured on the street. He heard Ah-jin’s voice in his head asking for help to win In-gang’s love, leading him to a painful realization that he may have been manipulated all along.
The upcoming Episodes 7 and 8 will deal with the fallout from these events. The public reveal of Ah-jin and In-gang’s relationship could be a major focus, potentially affecting their shared advertising campaign. Jun-seo’s new understanding of Ah-jin’s true nature may create a significant rift between them. Furthermore, Re-na is not likely to accept defeat quietly, and the threat from Inspector Park, who is investigating Ah-jin’s father’s death, still looms over her career.
Dear X Full Release Schedule
Dear X has a total of 12 episodes. The series began with a four-episode premiere, and is now releasing two episodes every Thursday until the finale. The complete schedule for the season is as follows.
| Episode Batch | Release Date |
|---|---|
| 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 (Finale) | December 4, 2025 |
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