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Underdog Wins Miss Korea Crown in Shocking Twist
25 Oct
Summary
- Underdog Jong Hee wins Miss Korea title
- Rival Young Rye sacrifices winnings to help friend
- Friendship prevails over competition

The popular Korean drama 'A Hundred Memories' has just concluded its six-week run, delivering an unexpected finale that left fans buzzing. The series followed the turbulent journey of two friends, Young Rye and Jong Hee, as they competed for the prestigious Miss Korea title.
From the start, Jong Hee's dream was to win the crown, believing it would bring her the national adoration she lacked. Meanwhile, Young Rye entered the pageant purely for the financial prize, needing the money to support her family and education. Many viewers assumed Young Rye was the frontrunner, as she had already won the Miss Seoul Jin title.
However, in a shocking turn of events, the crown ultimately went to Jong Hee, a cathartic victory that validated her relentless passion and effort. While this was a bittersweet moment for Young Rye, whose dream was just out of reach, she found an unexpected way to support her friend. In the finale's most touching twist, Jong Hee chose to give her entire prize winnings to Young Rye, ensuring her friend could finally pursue her educational goals.
At its core, 'A Hundred Memories' was a story about the unbreakable bond between the two women. Their friendship was pushed to the limit as they competed, but in the end, they found their way back to each other, proving that their bond was worth more than any crown.




